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2 days, 17 hours ago

Host of events to connect NRIs with Odisha

BHUBANESWAR: The Odisha government has planned a host of activities to ensure a memorable experience for Non-Resident Indians during the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention to be organised in the city from January 8 to 10. As overseas Indians, government officials and other dignitaries will be taken on a tour of various places of attraction during the event, tourist infrastructure …

Odisha Nri

1 week, 1 day ago

DNA helps uncover ancient ordinary families linked through marriage

China Daily

Remains of a buried dog from a newly excavated tomb at the site. DNA technology has decoded information about a newly discovered cemetery and the intriguing relationship between two extended families living nearly 3,000 years ago in what is now Beijing. The cemetery at the Liulihe Site in the capital's Fangshan district is a large-scale tomb area in the presumed …

Beijing Dynasty Yan Site Tomb Tombs

1 week, 4 days ago

Preserving heritage: A cultural bridge between India, US

New Indian Express

MYSURU : The iconic Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion, a treasure trove of the state’s cultural heritage, is undergoing a meticulous restoration at the University of Mysore. This initiative, one of the largest in AFCP’s history in India, highlights our commitment to preserving and conserving cultural landmarks that matter not only to the local community but also to global heritage enthusiasts. What …

India Cultural Project Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion Afcp

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Bashar al-Assad resigns and flees Syria, claims Russia; rebels storm his palace

Hindustan Times

Russia claimed on Sunday that Syria's Bashar al-Assad, whose government was overthrown by rebels after nearly 14 years of a crippling civil war, had resigned from the presidency and left for an undisclosed location. A man walks by a broken portrait of the late Syrian President Hafez Assad as people search for belongings in the ransacked private residence of Syrian …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

After Damascus capture, Syrian rebels storm Assad's palaces, loot furnishings

India Today

Syrians strolled through the palaces of President Bashar al-Assad on Sunday following his sudden ouster, wandering from room to room, posing for photographs, and with some taking away items of furniture or ornaments. Video obtained by Reuters showed people entering the Al-Rawda Presidential Palace, as children ran through the grand, formal rooms and men slid a large trunk across the …

Syria Men Rebels Palace Reuters Syrian Damascus

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Syrian rebels seize control of Damascus palaces as Assad flees to Russia

India Today

Syrian rebels seized control over President Bashar al-Assad's sprawling palaces as the 59-year-old autocratic leader fled the war-hit country and landed in Moscow where he was given asylum following the toppling of his 24-year-old regime by opposition forces in a lightning offensive. The Islamist-led rebels and Syrians rejoiced at the sudden end to the 13-year-old civil war, saying it marked …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

From Mysore Palace To Hawa Mahal: 6 Must Visit Palaces In India For A Royal Travel Experience

ABP News

Udaipur City Palace, Rajasthan The City Palace of Udaipur is one of the largest and the most beautiful palaces in India. Man Mandir Palace, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh The Man Mandir Palace in the Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh, is an example of Indo-Islamic architecture. Built in the 15th century by Maharaja Man Singh Tomar, the palace features intricate tile work, …

Architecture Royal Man Bangalore Palace Udaipur Jaipur

3 weeks, 1 day ago

Public to see king’s ‘penthouse view’ for first time in almost 400 years

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Visitors to Corfe Castle can now view a tower built for King Henry I for the …

Henry View Castle Built Corfe Castle

3 weeks, 1 day ago

Bollywood’s love affair with Rajasthan: Isha Ambani to Priyanka Chopra, 8 celeb couples who tied the knot in royal style

Hindustan Times

Who says you need to jet off to Europe for a fairytale wedding? From Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chaddha to Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal, here are celebrity couples who chose Rajasthan over international wedding destinations. Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chaddha Actress Parineeti Chopra and AAP politician Raghav Chadha's wedding in Udaipur was an intimate celebration attended by their closest …

Rajasthan Mumbai Wedding Couple Isha Ambani Chopra Palace

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha festival from November 8

The Hindu

The Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha, a three-day music festival, will be held in the city of palaces from November 8 to 10. The festival aims to celebrate the rich Carnatic music tradition of Mysuru while promoting lesser-known tourist destinations, cuisine, handicrafts, and textiles of Karnataka. The Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha festival represents a strategic opportunity for Mysuru and Karnataka to reinforce their …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Orchha's Palaces Deserve World Heritage Status

Firstpost

The article highlights the significance of Orchha's cultural heritage and its potential to become a UNESCO World Heritage site. The recognition will not just honor Orchha but the entire heritage-rich region of Bundelkhand, which is filled with anecdotes, stories, legends and myths about its recent and ancient past.

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Ancient Bronze Band Reveals Spread of Phoenician Culture in Assyria

China Daily

The article showcases ancient palace art depicting the spread of culture in the Assyrian empire. The bronze band, measuring 30 cm in width and 185 cm in length, depicts the tribute paid by Phoenician city-states to the Assyrian king Shalmaneser III. The intricate details and symbolism of the band reveal the deep cultural and political ties between the two civilizations. …

2 months ago

Exploring Venice: Italy’s City of Canals

LA Times

Renowned as the “City of Canals” and the “Queen of the Adriatic,” Venice draws travelers from around the world with its unique charm, history and mix of main attractions and hidden gems. Main Attractions: Venice’s Iconic Landmarks Cathedral church and square of San Marco, view from above, Venice Italy St. Mark’s Basilica A jewel of Byzantine architecture, this stunning cathedral …

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2 months ago

Botanical Blossoms: A Fashion Designer's Journey into Nature's Embrace

New Indian Express

Fashion designer Riya Garg draws inspiration from French philosopher René Descartes' wise words, 'I think, therefore I am,' in her new collection Du Jardins. The collection celebrates nature's glory in eye-catching colors, featuring edgy botanicals reminiscent of imperial ornamentation found in erstwhile royal courts and palaces. Each print is digitized and sampled on various fabrics to test the overall look …

Nature Art Fashion Design

2 months, 1 week ago

Giant Bronze Ding Caldron Takes Center Stage at Emperor Qinshihuang Mausoleum Site Museum

China Daily

The article showcases various types of Terracotta Warriors and figurine heads on display at Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum in Xi'an, Shaanxi province. The exhibition highlights the grand scale and rich buried artifacts of the mausoleum, which is designed with the mound covering the main grave at the center. It can be divided into three levels from the inside out …

Law Culture History Architecture

2 months, 1 week ago

Mysuru Dasara: King Yaduveer performs Vijaya Dasami puja; ancient wrestling organised at Mysuru Palace

Hindustan Times

The erstwhile King from the Mysore royal family, Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar on Saturday performed 'Banni Puja' at the premises of Mysore Palace on the occasion of Vijayadasami. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Wearing a royal tradition sherwani with the high turban and gold jewellery, the 27th titular king of the Yada dynasty, was seen performing the rituals and offering prayers. …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Vajramusti Kalaga: Ancient Martial Arts Tradition Marks Dasara Celebrations In Mysore Palace — Video

ABP News

Mysuru news: During the ongoing Dasara festivities, the Mysore Palace hosted the traditional Vajramusti Kalaga martial art event on Saturday. Vajramusti Kalaga Vajramusti Kalaga involves two intense bouts of wrestling, with four skilled wrestlers representing the regions of Mysore, Bangalore, Chamarajanagar, and Channapattana. #WATCH | Karnataka: Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, erstwhile King from the Mysore royal family, performs Puja on …

Karnataka Dasara Vajramusti Mysore Palace Vajramusti Kalaga Palace Marks Dasara Mysore

2 months, 1 week ago

First emperor still fascinates with his treasures

China Daily

Visitors attentively listen to a tour guide as she introduces a selection of pottery figurines being exhibited. These special figurines were unearthed from an 800-square-meter satellite pit between the inner and outer walls in the southeastern part of the mausoleum with 37 other figurines. Apart from the exhibition, an international conference was also held in September to mark the occasion, …

3 months, 1 week ago

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China Daily

Tea time Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty is known for enriching his spare time with art, cultural activities and tea. The emperor also supervised the construction of tea rooms in palaces to organize social gatherings around the brewing process. His investment in such an affluent life related to tea is on show at an exhibition on Chinese tea culture …

Tea Hebei Museum

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Warner Bros.? Paramount? Universal? How to choose the best Hollywood studio tour for you

LA Times

When it comes to L.A. outings, the movie studio tour can be easy for locals to overlook. In a city that’s too often unjustly stereotyped as favoring the new, the Hollywood studio reminds us of how much history — and, specifically, pop-culture myth-making — is rooted in and around Los Angeles. There in these spaces, you might see a spot …

Hollywood Studio Tour

4 months ago

Real olde world directions

New Indian Express

The history of mapping can be traced to more than 5,000 years ago. Picturing Place: Painted and Printed Maps at the Udaipur Court at the Maharaja Fatesingh Museum, Vadodara, attempts to showcase this depth and finesse of chroniclers of the past. It features a diverse collection from The City Palace Museum, Udaipur, of paintings, photographs and printed maps that depict …

Palace Udaipur Printed Maps

4 months, 1 week ago

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum

China Daily

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum.CAO YANG/XINHUA TAIYUAN — A new museum is set to open at the 4,300-year-old Taosi relics site in North China. "The discovery of walled city ruins and important buildings at Taosi represents a significant breakthrough," says Wang Wei, chief expert in charge of the project tracing the origins of Chinese civilization. "The main building …

China City Ancient Chinese Wang Site Yao

4 months, 1 week ago

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum

China Daily

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum.CAO YANG/XINHUA TAIYUAN — A new museum is set to open at the 4,300-year-old Taosi relics site in North China. "The discovery of walled city ruins and important buildings at Taosi represents a significant breakthrough," says Wang Wei, chief expert in charge of the project tracing the origins of Chinese civilization. "The main building …

China Ancient Chinese Wang Yao Gao Taosi

4 months, 1 week ago

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum

China Daily

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum.CAO YANG/XINHUA TAIYUAN — A new museum is set to open at the 4,300-year-old Taosi relics site in North China. "The discovery of walled city ruins and important buildings at Taosi represents a significant breakthrough," says Wang Wei, chief expert in charge of the project tracing the origins of Chinese civilization. "The main building …

China City Ancient Chinese Wang Site Yao

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Host of events to connect NRIs with Odisha

DNA helps uncover ancient ordinary families linked through marriage

Preserving heritage: A cultural bridge between India, US

Bashar al-Assad resigns and flees Syria, claims Russia; rebels storm his palace

After Damascus capture, Syrian rebels storm Assad's palaces, loot furnishings

Syrian rebels seize control of Damascus palaces as Assad flees to Russia

From Mysore Palace To Hawa Mahal: 6 Must Visit Palaces In India For A Royal Travel Experience

Public to see king’s ‘penthouse view’ for first time in almost 400 years

Bollywood’s love affair with Rajasthan: Isha Ambani to Priyanka Chopra, 8 celeb couples who tied the knot in royal style

Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha festival from November 8

Orchha's Palaces Deserve World Heritage Status

Ancient Bronze Band Reveals Spread of Phoenician Culture in Assyria

Exploring Venice: Italy’s City of Canals

Botanical Blossoms: A Fashion Designer's Journey into Nature's Embrace

Giant Bronze Ding Caldron Takes Center Stage at Emperor Qinshihuang Mausoleum Site Museum

Mysuru Dasara: King Yaduveer performs Vijaya Dasami puja; ancient wrestling organised at Mysuru Palace

Vajramusti Kalaga: Ancient Martial Arts Tradition Marks Dasara Celebrations In Mysore Palace — Video

First emperor still fascinates with his treasures

What's on

Warner Bros.? Paramount? Universal? How to choose the best Hollywood studio tour for you

Real olde world directions

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum