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Rajasthan – The Land of Kings and the Legacy of Blue Pottery

Introduction Rajasthan the land of kings and warriors is also the land of many UNESCO...

Sacred Hues of Kerala :Exploring the Legacy and Revival of Mural Art

Introduction Kerala is also known as the “god’s own country,” evolved an art form called...

Uttarakhand’s Naulas: A Blend of Tradition and Sustainability

Introduction In the serene mountainous area of Uttarakhand in the Western Himalayas, an age-old water...

Kerala’s Boat Building Heritage: A Tradition on Water

INTRODUCTION Boats are a significant component in the lives of people in Kerala, being nested...

Pipili Applique: A Tale of Mangoes, Elephants and Peacocks

In a world with 50 shades of black and white and hashtag minimalism, Pipili stands...

Earthy Elegance: Krishnanagar’s Clay Dolls

The craft industry is a very credentialed aspect of West Bengal. We find many...

Tarkashi Art of Rajasthan: A Legacy Etched in Metal

Introduction The craftsmanship has always been one of the most demanding skills in the art...

Beyond Patterns: How Saura Paintings Became Odisha’s Tribal Identity

Introduction If you ever find yourself wandering deep within the tribal heartlands of Gajapati and...

Ornaments of Identity : The Story Behind Tribal Women’s Adornments

Introduction Uttarakhand in north India is the abode of a distinctive and colorful tribe of...

Strings of Tradition: Exploring the Puppet Making Art of Rajasthan

Introduction Before the emergence of modern television, film, and the invention of the camera in...

The Terracotta Marvels of Bishnupur- A Testament to Bengal’s Rich Heritage

Consciously known for its assemblage of a large number of temple architecture that exquisitely represents...

Folk Beats and Desert Strings

Poetry, music, melody and musical instruments have played a vital role for centuries in enriching...

St. Paul’s Cathedral : Kolkata: A Gothic Legacy in the City of Joy

Churches stand tall not only as a place of worship but also as a symbol...

Clay and Spirit: Kumartuli’s Living Tradition

The months of September and October in West Bengal are auspicious. This is the time...

The Significance of Mukut in Kumaoni Weddings: A Cultural Perspective

Introduction Amongst the rich cultural fabric of Uttarakhand, especially in picturesque Kumaon region, sporting mukut,...

kannadippaya:The survival of Tribals in Kerala

The kannadippaya or bamboo mats are a nostalgia for the 90s-born and the ones before....

Tales in Twisted Silver: A Tribute to Odisha’s Filigree Craft.

Also known as the cultural capital of Odisha, Cuttack is known for a handful of...

900 Years of Seismic Resilience: The Story of Koti Banal Houses

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Sculptures of Rajasthan

Sculptural artform has been existing since ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt and Indus Valley. Likewise,...

Whispers of the Weave: Sitalpati, the Mats of Bengal’s Soul

Whispers of the Weave: Sitalpati, the Mats of Bengal’s Soul History often takes us to...

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