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Cultural Conversations in Russell Market

March 2, 2017March 4, 2017

We live in an age of convenience. It is convenient to buy groceries from an online store or from a supermarket down the street. However, …

Arts and Crafts, Asia, Blog, Community, Discover, Traditions

Benaras: Handlooms, Weavers and Sarees

February 25, 2017March 4, 2017

The handloom industry dates back to ancient times. It still thrives today among the artisans of our country.� The Evolution of the Indian Handloom: Indian …

Blog, Capturing Culture, Community, Features, Food Heritage, Traditions

Tuna fishing: An act of ritual significance in Sardinia

February 23, 2017September 24, 2017

Fishing has been popular in Sardinia as a local industry since the 18th century. In fact, tuna is synonymous with Sardinia’s cultural milieu. The Fishy …

Blog, Discover Potential Sites, Europe, Features, Heritage, My Hometown Culture, Public Spaces, Student Program, Travel, Urban

Factfile: The Historical Markets in London

February 18, 2017September 30, 2017

Have you ever thought about how London succeeded to become the world�s leading market centre? During the years, the conception of the market changed radically, …

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Qeleshe: Albania’s Local Felt Hat

February 17, 2017September 24, 2017

The qeleshe is a local hat that is crafted in Kruja, Albania. Today, a few select artisans who can craft these accessories remain. Not …

Discover, Religious, Traditions

Fanous: The light of Ramadan

February 15, 2017May 22, 2018

Traditions like the Fanous are age old in Egypt. They serve to add aesthetic to cultural events such as Ramadan. The Fanous industry, which specialises …

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Through the Mosques of Bhopal: A Photowalk

February 12, 2017February 7, 2017

Never in my life, did I think that I could orchestrate such a great event which will be etched in my memory forever: memories of …

Built Heritage, Discover, Photo Stories

Photowalk: The Evolution of Tirana

February 5, 2017February 7, 2017

Tirana has been the capital of Albania since 1924. The traces of earlier establishments related to the city are associated with a trove of archaeological …

Heritage Quiz, Religious, World Heritage Sites

Solve this quiz on the rich cultural heritage of India

January 19, 2017January 19, 2017

India has had a rather colourful past and has been witness to many interesting events. The stories we hear about India are fascinating, and the …