Tabla is a traditional Indian percussion instrument that has been integral to Indian classical music for centuries. Consisting of a pair of drums, the tabla is played with the fingers and palms of the hand, creating a wide range of intricate rhythms and sounds. Its unique and versatile nature has made it one of the […]Read More
“Mastering the cords of Veena: An In-Depth Look at the Iconic Indian Musical Instrument”. INTRODUCTION The Veena is a traditional Indian musical instrument that has been an integral part of Indian classical music for centuries. It is a stringed instrument that is played with a slide, or “mizrab,” on the right hand and plucked with […]Read More
Kunbi– the withering Goan textile tradition The thickly woven, coloured saree known as the Kunbi is well-known across the state of Goa. The earliest Goan tribes, that are, the Kunbi and Gawda tribes, are honoured by the name of the Kunbi saree. The fabric dates back many centuries and before the Portuguese invasion. Since the […]Read More
What do we know about Akdamar island? Akdamar Island is an island located on Lake Van in eastern Turkey. It is known for its 10th-century Armenian Church of the Holy Cross, which contains well-preserved frescoes and carvings. The island was an important religious and cultural centre for the medieval Kingdom of Vaspurakan and the […]Read More
“Mahabalipuram” is the ancient Indian temple of Tamil Nadu, India. What do we know about Mahabalipuram? Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, is an ancient Indian temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is known for its rock-cut architecture and intricate stone carvings and is believed to […]Read More
Yonaguni Island is located off the South Western coast of Japan and is known for the underwater ruins that were discovered there in the 1980s. These ruins include traced structures, large stone blocks and carvings that resemble animals and human figures. The ruins are believed to be at least 8000 years old and are […]Read More
Banarsi sarees: Dreams of every Indian woman, must have in their wardrobe. Every Indian bride’s global goal of sporting the Banarasi sarees on a massive day because it makes them appear to be a princess. Banarsi saree is the most lovely ethnic wear cherished by way of each Indian lady. It is not the handiest […]Read More
The major source for the well-known textile art, one of the simplest forms of visual art and design, known as Kalamkari, is the Swarnamukhi River’s banks, which are close to Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh. Indian handicraft artists have created aesthetic harmony on a variety of surfaces, including metal surfaces, terracotta, glass, and trees– practically all imaginable […]Read More
Chanderi is mentioned for its lightweight, vivid, and glossy texture. The phrase Chanderi is derived from a small city in Madhya Pradesh additionally called ‘Chanderi’. Chanderi sarees are primarily popular among Marwari women and are also favoured in West Bengal for their white and darkish colour. India has the richest way of life with woven […]Read More
Assam is famed for its tea gardens, cultural history, and wild silk manufacturing. The word “Muga” is derived from the Assamese language because of this wealthy amber colour, representing the colour of the cocoon of the silkworm. Muga silk is also called golden silk from Assam. The word Muga approaches yellowish in Assamese. These sarees […]Read More