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Cultural Legacy of Fort Kochi: History, Art and the Timeless Charm

Fort Kochi is one of the earliest European settlements in India, dominated and inhabited by European settlers since the 16th century. In the shape of bungalows, street houses, significant structures, and bazaars, the Portuguese, Dutch, and British left a lasting effect of their cultural signature on the region. As prominent historical landmarks with importance to […]

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Architect Ashish Agarwal: Home Buying and Designing in India – A Journey as Emotional as a Wedding (Part-4)

Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From

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Russian Authorities Plan “Liberation Museum” in Mariupol Amidst War Propaganda Campaign

Russian Invasion Enters Third Year with Cultural Warfare In the wake of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which began in February 2022, the city of Mariupol has stood as a symbol of devastation and resistance. Now, Russian authorities have unveiled plans to construct a “museum of the liberation of Mariupol,” scheduled to open in the

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The Multifaceted Form of Lord Shiva in Abstract and Modern Art Shiva Paintings

Today marks an auspicious festival in the Hindu Calendar, ‘Mahashivratri’. Devotees offer their heartfelt homage to the Lord of Destruction and Transformation, seeking blessings for spiritual growth, prosperity, and inner peace. Lord Shiva stands as a symbol of destruction and creation, embodying cosmic forces beyond human comprehension. Modern artists have seized upon the enigmatic essence

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Adaptive Re-Use of Historical Buildings and Monuments

Introduction Creative solutions, such as adaptive reuse, which repurposes historic buildings for modern purposes while preserving their historical and spiritual relevance, are necessary to preserve historical heritage, especially religious buildings. Careful architectural design principles are used to painstakingly restore and adapt new uses while maintaining the original spirit. To conserve these architectural treasures for future

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Architect Ashish Advocates for Art Integration: Inspiring Design Through Dialogue and Travel (Part-3)

Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From

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Preserving A Timeless Culture: Revi Karunakaran Memorial Museum

The world knows the prestige of New York’s  Metropolitan Museum of Art or Washington’s Bellevue Arts Museum. But what about India? India does indeed have numerous renowned museums. Take for example Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, whose founder Kiran Nadar won the Legion of Honour. There exist several museums in India which demand the same

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Billionaire Art Dealer Guy Wildenstein Found Guilty of Tax Fraud

Introduction In a dramatic conclusion to a protracted legal saga, Guy Wildenstein, the billionaire gallerist and head of one of France’s most prominent art-dealing families, has been convicted of tax fraud. The verdict, delivered by the Paris appeals court, marks the culmination of years of accusations and investigations into Wildenstein’s alleged efforts to conceal valuable

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