ORIGIN OF THE GUITAR The guitar is a plucked string instrument that has its origins in ancient civilizations. The earliest known forms of the guitar are believed to have originated in the eastern Mediterranean and Mesopotamian regions, around 4000 BC. These early guitars were known as “lutes” and were made from hollowed-out wood and had […]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 Olous? Olous was an ancient city located on the island of Crete in Greece. It was one of the major Minoan settlements on the island and was believed to have been established around 2000 BCE. The city was located on the northeastern coast of Crete and was known for its […]Read More
What do we know about Dwarka? Dwarka is a historical city within the northwestern Indian nation of Gujarat. According to Hindu mythology, it was the capital of Lord Krishna’s kingdom. The city is considered one of the seven most ancient religious cities in the country and is a popular pilgrimage site for Hindus. Archaeological evidence […]Read More
What do we know about Heracleion? Heracleion, also known as Thonis, was an ancient Egyptian city located near the Canopic Mouth of the Nile River. It is believed to have been founded around the 8th century BCE and was an important port city for trade and religious rituals. The city was dedicated to the god […]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
Pavlopetri is one of the most well-preserved underwater archaeological sites in the world. The city was founded in the Late Bronze Age, around 1200 BCE. It is thought to have been lost to the sea soon after its foundation, around 1000 BCE. Pavlopetri was rediscovered in 2004 by a team of divers. Since then, extensive […]Read More