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How the “Salt Fortress” became Austria’s Most Inspiring City

April 12, 2019April 10, 2019

When you think of Salzburg, the first thing that usually comes in mind is The Sound of Music. But Salzburg is so much more than just a filming location of The Sound of Music writes Shreya…

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.

Cultural Identity, My UNESCO Trip, World Heritage Sites

Amer Fort-Royal Grandeur-Pink City

April 1, 2019April 8, 2019

Amer fort is one of the most famous forts in the state of Rajasthan and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Manisha exerienced the forts grandeur and explains it.

Arts and Crafts, Asia, Experts, Public Spaces

A walk through New Road, Kathmandu

July 16, 2018July 14, 2018

The New Road is the economic and busiest center street of the entire country of Nepal. The New Road is centrally located towards the mid …

Asia, Food Heritage, Traditions

Jalebi through the years

June 17, 2018June 16, 2018

Jalebi through is a sweet popular in regions such as South Asia, West Asia, North Africa and East Africa. It is made from deep-fried maida …

Archaeology, Asia, Blog, Built Heritage, Heritage, Nature, World Heritage Sites

Marveling at the raw beauty of the Ajanta Caves

April 21, 2018April 18, 2018

The Ajanta caves were built and cored out in the shape of a horse shoe cut off rock surface. They are one of the best …

Archaeology, Asia, Blog, Built Heritage, Heritage, World Heritage Sites

The Rani Ki Vav in Gujarat

April 17, 2018April 18, 2018

The Rani ki vav, situated in Gujarat, is a very intricately constructed step well, situated in the town of Patan, also known as the Queen’s …

Asia, Built Heritage, Europe, Public Spaces

A comparative study of Roman and Mughal Gardens

February 10, 2018June 4, 2018

Garden design as a discipline and as a practice, it has gone through various stages. This idea and discussion of gardens cannot go forward without …

Blog, Explore the Unexplored, Immigrant Heritage

A Swiss heart in Cuenca, Ecuador

September 10, 2017September 10, 2017

It’s amazing how people can live in completely different countries from their own. I’m talking about customs, societies, behaviors and prejudices. The perspective of these …