urban heritage
Christmas in Bangalore
The history of Christmas celebrations in Bangalore dates back several centuries, tied closely to the city’s colonial past. With the arrival
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Unhurried Heritage Walks: A Journey Through Bangalore’s Historical Treasures
Bangalore, known for its rapid modern growth, hides an enchanting past beneath its bustling streets. The city is rich with history,...
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Shrines of Old Bangalore: Community Temples of Bengaluru Pete(y)
Bengaluru Pete is home to a remarkable collection of community temples that preserve the city's living heritage. Walk through its historic lanes to discover the stories behind Cheluvarayaswamy, Nagareshwara, Kalikamba, Dharmaraya Swamy, Sugreeva and the Adinatha Jain Temple, and uncover how these...
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A Glimpse in to Three Generations of Modern Sculptures
The Itihasa exhibition at NGMA, Bangalore was a revelation. It showcased the work of 22 sculptures who were the first group of modernists...
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Inspirations from Mirza Ismail
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...
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A whiff of History-M.G Road
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,...
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Heritage structures in Lalbagh
Last year the Krumbiegel hall was demolished. It was a lecture hall used by Gustav Hermann Krumbiegel, the eminent superintendent of...
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Entrenched exhibition at National Military Memorial
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...
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Janmashtami Cultural Walk
Yesterday a motley group of people assembled at Iskcon Temple,Bangalore to explore Janmashtami celebrations in the city. A quick tour of...
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208th Flower show at Lalbagh
This year on the eve of Independence day celebrations, Lalbagh’s floral displays is paying tribute to Indian Armed forces and the...
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