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In a remarkable display of craftsmanship and devotion, a monumental bell weighing 2,400 kg is set to grace the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Crafted from ‘ashtadhatu,’ a combination of eight metals, this extraordinary creation has captured the attention of enthusiasts across the nation. The bell, valued at ₹25 lakhs, embarked on its journey to Ayodhya […]
Hindu temples’ unique and historic architectural style has developed over thousands of years. Hindu temple architecture and layouts varied greatly between Indian regions, reflecting various cultural, historical, and religious influences. The Hindu temple architecture is not standardised. However, many temples have some characteristics. Hindu temples usually have a square or rectangular floor plan as their
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Millions of devotees from across the world are thronged to see the famed Jagannath Temple and the Rath Yatra of the temple in the small town of Puri in Odisha each year. The temple and the chariot of the Rath yatra are architectural marvels that reflect the beauty of Odisha’s traditional heritage and the devoted
Art collectors in North America are increasingly wary of fraud and provenance issues as the primary risks to their prized collections, outpacing worries about damage during travel and natural deterioration, according to a comprehensive wealth report released by Chubb, a leading insurance company. Investment and Collecting Trends The report, based on a survey of 800
13 Golden Doors, Nighttime Illumination, and Elaborate Sculptures Mark Final Preparations for Historic Event In a momentous development on Tuesday, the first ‘Swarn Dwar’ (Golden Gate) was successfully installed at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, setting the stage for a grand inauguration. An enthralling picture of the newly adorned gate, featuring two welcoming elephants,
Introduction In a significant development, the Bombay High Court has granted conditional permission to the Kala Ghoda Association (KGA) to conduct visual arts events and other performances at Cross Maidan in South Mumbai during the upcoming nine-day Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, scheduled to commence on January 20. The decision comes with certain riders to address
The development of web design is an interesting journey that reflects the confluence of changing design philosophies, user expectations, and technology advancements. Information access was revolutionised in the late 20th century with the launch of the World Wide Web, led by Tim Berners-Lee. A revolutionary era began in 1991 with the launch of CERN’s first
The Moai statues are iconic and massive stone sculptures on Easter Island, a remote island in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. The Moai is one of the world’s most remarkable and well-known monolithic monuments. The indigenous Rapa Nui people created these figures, which are recognised as one of the most significant archaeological mysteries in the world.
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Ray Meeker, is known for his earthen stoneware artefacts has also experimented with baked insitu mud structures in Pondicherry and Auroville. These experiments laid the foundation for many architects to tread on the path of sustainability by going back to making houses and other liveable structures based on the earth. Before we charge on to
Chillies, cashew, papaya, peanuts and many ingredients integral to desi cuisine were brought to India by Portuguese colonisers while sugarcane, pepper, mangoes and many Indian spices landed on Brazilian shores via the marine trade routes established during the fiercely competitive Age of Exploration. As the steam engine was yet to be invented, it was the