Thu24052012

HERITAGE

Temple towns of Karnataka

The temples at Belur and Halebid in Karnataka reflect the architectural brilliance of the artistes of the Hoysala dynasty. Kestur Vasuki takes you through these ancient marvels

Room with a forever view

Samode Palace, near Jaipur, nurtures not only tradition but also royal hospitality. Nikki Utpaul has more to say

Chennai calling

Chennai was the citadel of the East India Company before it shifted base to Kolkata, leaving behind a host of heritage buildings. Swati Das visits some structures that have both archaeological value and tourism potential

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A gallery of national shame

The National Art Gallery, one of the most beautiful buildings in Chennai, has been the victim of government apathy. Swati Das tells us more about it

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Where hills stand still

One of the oldest and finest clubs in the country, the Dehradun Club has not followed the pace of the fast-changing city. Jaskiran Chopra tells us why despite being located in the crowded heart of Dehradun, it has remained a haven of tranquility

Great buildings, forgotten heroes

New Delhi, as we know it today, is not just the legacy of Lutyens and Baker. Several other architects have also provided yeoman services in its making. Vivek Shukla  profiles some of the Capital’s glittering artworks and their little known creators

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Forts less travelled

What’s new in Udaipur, you would wonder? What’s there that you haven’t read about or been to already? Ajay Khullar takes you to a journey beyond the picture perfect

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Warli goes global

The 500-year-old Indian art form is leaving its mark across the world. Mini U takes you through the origins of the Warli art in the interiors of Maharashtra and finds out why it has managed to surpass the boundaries of time, space and language

A walk with the Khwaja

As you walk through the quaint lanes of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya Dargah, an omnipresent calm envelops you. RAHUL DEVRANI takes you to one such spiritual journey

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