In between the mist-covered peaks of the Nilgiri hills in the southern India lives the Toda tribes, this is a pastoral community with a rich cultural heritage and a language as unique as their way of life. With their population numbering only around 800 in the early 1960s, the Toda’s have seen a remarkable resurgence, […]Read More
This is a story as ancient as the islands that are in the crystalline waters of the pacific, it is a tale of the native Hawaiian sovereignty. For centuries, the islands of Hawaii were home to a thriving civilization which was rich in culture, tradition and language. However, with the arrival of the west in […]Read More
Reindeer Herding and Beyond: The Sami People’s Quest for Cultural Sustainability.Amidst the pristine beauty of snow-covered landscapes, is the vast expanses of northern Scandinavia. The Sami people have implanted their existence which is then intertwined by the rhythm of the nature. For thousands of years, they have inhabited the region which is known as Sampi, […]Read More
Nestled in the heart of West Bengal, India, lies a sanctuary of divine serenity and timeless grace – the Hangseshwari Temple. With a history steeped in legend and lore, this sacred abode beckons pilgrims and seekers alike to experience the transcendent bliss of spiritual enlightenment. In this SEO-friendly blog, we embark on a journey to […]Read More
Exploring the Sacred Splendor: Unraveling the Mystique of 108 Shiva Temples at Ambika Kalna, West Bengal Nestled amidst the tranquil environs of West Bengal, India, lies a pilgrimage site steeped in divinity and architectural grandeur – the 108 Shiva Temples at Ambika Kalna. Constructed in 1809 by Maharaja Teja Chandra Bahadhur, these temples stand as […]Read More
In the year 1900, the tranquil waters near the island of Antikythera bore witness to a momentous event that would ignite the spark of underwater archaeology. Amidst the aftermath of a storm, Greek divers hailing from the island of Symi sought refuge and respite near the shores of Antikythera. Clad in cumbersome copper and brass […]Read More
The colonizers arrived in Australia in the year 1788, but before that Australia was inhabited by the aboriginal people, who had established rich and diverse cultures across the continent. They lived predominantly as hunter-gatherers, and even adapted to the varied environments of Australia’s deserts, rainforests, grasslands and coastal regions. They had several hundred distinct languages […]Read More
The Bishnoi community, that was established by in the 15th century by Guru Jambeshwar is a steadfast guardian of environmental conservation with its population that has now reached about approximately 1.5 million. Their ethos is deeply rooted in their sanctity of life. This provides a window for us to see the harmonious relationship between humans […]Read More
The Black Orlov diamond and its cursed story has riveted the Gem world ever since it was stolen from its original home in India. Much like many enigmatic diamond tales, the narrative surrounding the seventh-largest black diamond ever, is almost like the plot of a Hollywood thriller. It is replete with unexpected twists, flamboyant characters, […]Read More
Rooted in the rugged terrain of southern Chile and Argentina, there lies people whose name encapsulates their deep connection to the land they inhabit: as they call it, The Mapuche. This word is derived from a language called Mapudungun, and the word is of utmost importance, as it literally means, “the people of the land.” […]Read More