urban heritage

Poornima Dasharathi 24 December, 2024 History

The history of Christmas celebrations in Bangalore dates back several centuries, tied closely to the city’s colonial past. With the arrival

Vidya Neel 04 October, 2024 History

Bangalore, known for its rapid modern growth, hides an enchanting past beneath its bustling streets. The city is rich with history,...

Poornima Dasharathi 20 July, 2019 History

The Itihasa exhibition at NGMA, Bangalore was a revelation. It showcased the work of 22 sculptures who were the first group of modernists...

Poornima Dasharathi 31 May, 2019 History

The other day I happened to search archives for a book on Mirza Ismail and I stumbled on one of his works ‘ My Public Life’. What an...

Poornima Dasharathi 28 February, 2019 History

M.G.Road is one of the busiest roads in the city of Bengaluru and is one of the most happening places too. Shopping malls,...

Poornima Dasharathi 18 November, 2018 History

Last year the Krumbiegel hall was demolished. It was a lecture hall used by Gustav Hermann Krumbiegel, the eminent superintendent of...

Poornima Dasharathi 08 September, 2018 bangalore

A quote from a fifth grade social book says, ‘ World War I broke out in 1914. Lakhs of Indians fought with British Army. Thousands were...

Poornima Dasharathi 05 September, 2018 bangalore

Yesterday a motley group of people assembled at Iskcon Temple,Bangalore to explore Janmashtami celebrations in the city. A quick tour of...

Poornima Dasharathi 06 August, 2018 Travel

This year on the eve of Independence day celebrations, Lalbagh’s floral displays is paying tribute to Indian Armed forces and the...