Tag: Delhi

Delhi Through the Eyes of the Daniells
The 18th century was a time when European powers became increasingly more visible in the...
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Tracing the Legacy of Chandni Chowk
The Mughal Emperor Shahjahan changed his capital from Agra to Delhi in 1648. Following this...
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The Legacy of Rashtrapati Bhavan
The colonial rule in India was a period in time when the British wielded significant...
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A Brief History of Ramlila in Delhi
Devotion can manifest through different forms of expression. Dramatisation of sacred texts is one such...
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Delicate Art: Ivory Carving Traditions of Delhi
Introduction: Ivory, a raw material found in the tusks, teeth and bones of animals, most...
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The City of Shahjahanabad
As the old saying goes, “Dilli saat baar ujadi aur basi.” (Delhi has been rebuilt...
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Kathputli: Strings of Tradition and Art
Introduction The term kathputli comes from two words- katha meaning story, and putli meaning doll...
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Shahpur Jat: The Beginning of Delhi’s Art Scene
Introduction Shahpur Jat, an urban village located near the ruins of the Siri Fort, first...
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Skyline of Delhi: Domes of Delhi
The architecture of any monument is largely influenced by a variety of factors from the...
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Echoes in Ink: Tracing the Miniature Traditions of the Delhi Sultanate
Miniature Paintings The term “miniature” is derived from the Latin word “minium,” which refers...
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