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The Sacred Tradition of Danda Jatra and Danda Nata in Odisha
Dance is such a beautiful art that it is everywhere, and it has always been a way to support community gatherings. People, when they...
Yashmitha P
Nov 6, 20246 min read
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Thangka Painting and Its Significance
A thangka painting (alternatively spelt as hangka, tangka, thanka, or tanka) is a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton, silk applique.
Yashmitha P
Jan 19, 20244 min read
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A Journey into Channapatna's Toy-making Culture
This blog post delves into the first hand experience of visiting Channapatna, exploring its rich toy making history and present situation.
Yashmitha P
Jan 6, 20246 min read
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The Toda Tribe of Nilgiris
The Toda tribe, who live in the Nilgiri region, is recognized as one of the prominent tribal groups in India.
Yashmitha P
Sep 11, 20235 min read
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Exploring The Lesser Known Part Of Goa - The Chorao Island
In the midst of all the noise, and fast-paced lifestyle of Goa lies an oasis of tranquility - the Chorao Island. Learn more about it here.
Yashmitha P
Jun 28, 20235 min read
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Kariyala - Folk Drama of Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh has a rich heritage of folk art and culture that is at risk of being lost. Kariyala folk drama is one of them.
Yashmitha P
May 31, 20236 min read
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A Day Exploring The Historical Town of Srirangapatna
Come along with me on a virtual tour as I take a day trip from Mysore to the historical town of Srirangapatna.
Yashmitha P
May 22, 20237 min read
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Chandor - The Ancient Capital of Goa
Explore the ancient capital of Goa, Chandor, now a quaint and peaceful village steeped in history.
Yashmitha P
May 9, 20236 min read
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Mardani Khel - Indigenous Martial Art Form
Mardani Khel is an Indian Martial Art that traces its origins to the great Maratha Empire. This post traces its history and relevance today.
Yashmitha P
Jan 23, 20233 min read
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Bhavai Art of Gujarat
Bhavai is a theater art form commonly practiced in Gujarat. It is a derivation of a combination of two words – bhav and vah.
Yashmitha P
Nov 30, 20225 min read
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Chitrakathi - The Art of Storytelling
Chitrakathi is the art form of combining "Chitra" — the picture and "Katha" — the story. It is approx 400 years old.
Yashmitha P
Oct 29, 20223 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to Mysore City
Mysore city in Karnataka is known for its heritage structures and palaces, which include Mysore Palace, Chamundeshwari Temple, etc.
Yashmitha P
Oct 19, 202220 min read
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Renowned Goan Collector - Victor Hugo Gomes
Victor Hugo Gomes is a restorer by profession and the collector, founder of Goa Chitra Museum, Benaulim.
Yashmitha P
Oct 17, 20224 min read
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Gotipua dance
Odisha is one of the most vibrant states in India. Gotipua Dance is said to have originated in Odisha.
Yashmitha P
Aug 1, 20224 min read
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Mudiyettu - A ritual artform
Mudiyettu is one of the ancient dance-dramas of Kerala. It presents a dramatized version of the Puranic story of Darika-Vadha.
Yashmitha P
Mar 5, 20224 min read
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Ashvaghosha
Aśvaghoṣa was a versatile genius who flourished during the age of the great Kushan King Kanishka (78-150 A.D.) at Peshawar.
Yashmitha P
Aug 9, 20213 min read
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Kachhighodi Dance
Kachighodi dance, also known as Kachhi Gori, is an Indian folk dance that originated in the Shekhawati region in the state of Rajasthan.
Yashmitha P
Jul 31, 20212 min read
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64 Kalas
In Sanskrit, the word Kala means, among other things, the arts, and specifically 64 fine or mechanical arts.
Yashmitha P
Jul 5, 20213 min read
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Kalaripayattu
Kalaripayattu, which is also known as “Kalari”, is one of the oldest forms of martial arts originated in the state of Kerala.
Pranav Kethineni
Jul 1, 20214 min read
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Yoga: Its Origin and Development
The word Yoga was derived from the Sanskrit word Yuj which means ‘to join’ or ‘to unite’.The Union denotes that of your mind with your body.
Yashmitha P
Jun 22, 20213 min read
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