The challenge that all Museums seem to be facing in these unprecedented times of COVID-19 is that of sustenance and digitization. While digitization seems like the most obvious solution, it is easier said than done. The success of any...
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In times of the Coronavirus epidemic, a curious Indian tradition comes to light. Eight days after Holi, the festival of colour, North India celebrates Basoda Puja, also known as Sheetala Ashtami, where worshippers eat stale food in order to...
There are stories everywhere – hidden in the crumbling arches beside the Qutub Minar, or nestled amidst the hills of Bandra. Every evening, a story comes alive by the ghats of Varanasi. You travel far and wide in search...
An unearthly eeriness shrouds the thousands of moss layered mausoleums of Kolkata’s Park Street Cemetery – a vast necropolis that inspires thoughts both sombre and poetic. Hidden away in the most happening part of Kolkata, the mysterious, city-like cemetery...
From planetariums and massive stadiumsd, to an entire fort and a breathtaking cathedral, Kolkata’s lush Maidan area holds many interesting sights. The most magnificent of them all is easily the white marble memorial that bears testament to the influence...