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Built Heritage, Heritage, Religious, Student Program

Bhujio Kotho – The Vernacular Pride of Gujarat’s

September 3, 2016September 6, 2018

The vernacular traditional buildings constitute a major section of heritage in India. These highlight the empirical knowledge of the materials used and construction techniques. Moreover, …

Built Heritage, Conservation

The Bangalore Palace: A European-Classical Marvel

September 1, 2016April 19, 2019

In an era (the late 18th century) when the other cities such as Madras (now Chennai) and Hyderabad, stuck to the Indo-Sarcenic style architecture for public …

Built Heritage, Community, Conservation, Religious

Dharmarajika: The Great Stupa of Taxila

September 1, 2016September 5, 2016

The Dharmarajika stupa was constructed in 2nd century A.D., part of the eight shrines built in 3rd century B.C by Emperor Ashoka. Among the six …

Built Heritage, Conservation, Heritage, My Hometown Culture, Student Program, Traditions

Wealden Hall Houses: The Medieval Vernacular Heritage of Britain

August 15, 2016September 2, 2016

‘Vernacular architecture’ is a term used to encapsulate utilitarian and domestic buildings constructed using locally- sourced materials. Traditional heritage sites including buildings (#builtheritage) often feature …

Best of 2016, Heritage, Student Program

Gedi Ruins-The Lost Coral Town

August 9, 2016December 19, 2016

Set in an enchanting location next to the Indian Ocean, is the remains of the historical town known of Gedi. The ruins were discovered by …