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Italy’s Vernacular Setting: Malga, Shepherds and Cheese

September 9, 2016September 9, 2016

Italy, one of Europe’s most famous and historically rich countries. It usually stuns the visitors with its beauty. “Bella Italia” has 51 word heritage sights. …

Built Heritage, Heritage, Student Program, Traditions

Earthquake Resistance Architecture: Shared Vernacular Science of India and Turkey

September 8, 2016September 14, 2016

I live in Turkey, an earthquake prone location. I have a radio next to my bed, in case an earthquake should strike and phone connection …

Built Heritage, Conservation

Nizamuddin Auliya Dargah: Of Qawwalis and Mannats

August 30, 2016September 5, 2016

One of the oldest places in Delhi is the ‘dargah’ (shrine) of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya,the famous 14th century sufi saint (1238-1325 A.D), in West Nizamuddin …