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Asia, Cultural Identity, Cultural Routes, Immigrant Heritage

A slice of Greek history in Kolkata

April 18, 2019April 15, 2019

A dilapidated cemetery is a piece of Greek history in Kolkata, a connection that is more than 2000 years old. A cemetery with some very interesting tombstones.

Asia, Built Heritage, Heritage, Religious

Chennakesava Temple : Where time lies frozen in stone

April 10, 2019

Although close to Mysore, the very popular tourist destination, the Chennakesava temple in Somnathpura is not as well known. Built in the typical Hoysala style, with a central courtyard, surrounded on all sides with a colonnaded gallery, housing a series of small shrines and rooms, this temple is a must-visit writes Supriyo.

Asia, Travellers

Sensing the Garden of Five Senses in New Delhi

April 4, 2019March 29, 2019

The Garden of five senses in Delhi is located close to public transport but away from hustle and bustle. Excellent provides an architectural perspective of this public garden.

Asia, Built Heritage, Travel

Malot Fort

February 1, 2019January 15, 2019

Located west of Kallar Kahar at a height of 230 meters (757 feet), Malot is a village at the Chakwal District, Punjab, Pakistan. Another village …

Asia, Built Heritage, Cultural Identity, Public Spaces, Religious

Kalighat Temple – A Shakti Peeth and the oldest temple of Kolkata

January 25, 2019January 5, 2019

Kalighat Temple is probably the most prominent temple in Kolkata. It is the abode of Hindu Goddess Kali and situated on the bank of the …

Asia, Cultural Identity

Alt?n G�n�: A Guide to Mastering the Five Elements

January 21, 2019January 5, 2019

Alt?n g�n� (Literally Gold Day) is not just a get-together of women, it is a culture. So if you have no clue on how to …

Asia, Built Heritage, Conservation

Through the streets and Havelis of Roorkee

January 14, 2019January 5, 2019

Introduction India has a rich heritage, both tangible and intangible. Even in the city of Roorkee, there is a huge �capacity to study the unique …

Asia, Cultural Identity

Diwali in Istanbul: The Indian Festival of Lights

January 7, 2019January 5, 2019

In November, Yabangee contributor Devanshu Bawa and I were invited to the Indian Diwali Festival that is organized annually by the Friends of India Association …

Asia, Conservation, Nature

A visit to Jim Corbett National Park

December 24, 2018November 19, 2018

�The book of nature has no beginning, as it has no end. Open this book where you will, and at any period of your life, …