Category: Heritage
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Pattachitra – The “Living art” from Raghurajpur (Odisha)
For someone visiting the state for the first time; the unanimous picture of Odisha remains a place rich in temples, art, craft and heritage. The identity of the state primarily lies in its rich religious and cultural legacy which reflects in all aspects of people and their lives. While the state houses many districts and…
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A quick guide to Rajarani Temple – Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar is one of those rare places which beautifully strike a balance between the ancient and modern worlds. The state capital of Odisha and best known as “the city of temples” houses around more than 700 temples and still many are slowly being uncovered. It is especially the old town area which houses a modest number…
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The Mystique Chausath Yoginis of Hirapur – Odisha
A visit to the ruins of Chausath Yogini temple in Khajuraho (in 2017) piqued my interest to visit all of these temples across India. It was followed by a visit to the exquisite one in Jabalpur (near Bhedaghat in 2018) which displays some hints of modernity in an attempt to restore the original structure. These…
A Merakulous Life 