Anuradhapura and the roots of Buddhism in Sri Lanka
One of the greatest examples of cultural sharing in the world, is the spread of Buddhism from India to Sri Lanka. The Island ...
The Diplomat10d
Erasing Aurangzeb to Marginalize Muslims: India’s ‘Grave’ Concern
Activists of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal, fraternal organizations of India’s ruling Hindu nationalist ...
Outlookindia24d
Behind The Rise Of Religious Tourism In India
Every 12 years, a part of Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad) in Uttar Pradesh turns into a town of countless tents. Millions gather at the confluence of the Ganga, the Yamuna and the mythical ...
HistoriCity: Rajasthan’s Bayana houses a neglected gem, India’s oldest Idgah
When Moroccan traveller Ibn Battuta visited Bayana in the 14th century, he found it as a thriving urban centre.
The Week15d
Heritage tourism in Uttarakhand: Visiting the ‘land of the Gods’
Heritage tourism plays a crucial role in preserving the rich cultural and historical legacy of Uttarakhand, offering visitors a unique glimpse into its storied past. From majestic forts to sacred ...
The Free Press Journal22d
Four Historical Sites Of Madhya Pradesh Added To UNESCO’s Tentative Heritage List; ‘A Matter Of Pride & Joy’, Says CM Mohan Yadav
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Four historical sites of Madhya Pradesh have been included in UNESCO’s tentative list of World Heritage Sites. These are: Ashokan edict sites, Chausath Yogini temples ...
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These are the 25 countries which are home to the most significant cultural, historical and natural sites, according to UNESCO.
India Today17d
India's new UNESCO hopefuls: Menhirs, Kanger Park, Ashokan Edicts
UNESCO added six Indian sites to its tentative World Heritage list, including Mudumal Megalithic Menhirs in Telangana and palace-fortresses of the Bundelas in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, ...