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The Pathar Masjid: A Marvel of Mughal Architecture in Kashmir
The Pathar Masjid: A Marvel of Mughal Architecture in Kashmir BY Arka Chakarborty In the Nowhatta region of old Srinagar stands a...
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Aug 30, 20226 min read


Tawi river and its significance for Jammu
Tawi river and its significance for Jammu By Humaira Farooq The Jammu is familiarly known as the treasure house of ancient monuments....
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Aug 15, 20227 min read


Naranag group of Temples
Naranag group of Temples By: Showkat Rather Kashmir is full of archaeological sites and monuments right from the ancient period. There is...
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Aug 7, 20224 min read


Bahu Fort: A stronghold of ancient roots and modern marvels
Bahu Fort: A stronghold of ancient roots and modern marvels By Arka Chakarborty The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is a region of...
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Jul 26, 20226 min read


Folk dances of Kashmir
Folk dances of Kashmir By Suhail Ahmad Bhat Apart from the scenic beauty Kashmir is renowned for its traditional dances as well. The...
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Jul 26, 20225 min read


Kashmiri Papier Mâché
Kashmiri Papier Mâché By Sayan Lodh Papier Mâché in French means ‘chewed paper.’ Within India, the art form is unique to Kashmir. The...
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Jul 18, 20225 min read


The Raghunath Temple in Jammu: A center of Architecture, Devotion and Learning
The Raghunath Temple in Jammu: A center of Architecture, Devotion and Learning By: Arka Chakarborty Proudly standing in the heart of the...
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Jul 10, 20228 min read


Kheer Bhawani Temple: The Sacred Pearl of Kashmir
Kheer Bhawani Temple: The Sacred Pearl of Kashmir Nestled amidst the unforgettable natural beauty of the Kashmir valley 14 miles (approx....
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Jun 8, 20227 min read


Remains of over 2000-year-old Harwan monastery
Remains of over 2000-year-old Harwan monastery In the larger history of the Kashmir valley, Buddhism played a vital role. However, its...
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May 31, 20225 min read


Guf’kraI of Tral
Guf’kraI of Tral Akeel Rashid The GUF’KRAL (meaning guf-cave, kral-potter), a place inhabited by potters who use caves dug into the...
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May 10, 20226 min read


Burzahom – UNESCO’s World Heritage Site
Burzahom – UNESCO’s World Heritage Site Tanveer Lone Located in proximity of the Srinagar city, Burzahom is a historic site carrying...
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Apr 15, 20226 min read


Bhand Pather - Traditional folk theatre of Kashmir
Bhand Pather - Traditional folk theatre of Kashmir Geeta Vaishnavi Bandh Pather is a traditional cultural soirée that is mostly conducted...
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Apr 9, 20228 min read


Mughal Gardens of Kashmir
Mughal Gardens of Kashmir Akeel Rashid The famed Mughal Gardens of Kashmir owe their magnificence to Emperor Jahangir and his son Shah...
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Apr 3, 20226 min read


Sapphires of Kashmir: Among nature’s rarest and precious stones
Sapphires of Kashmir: Among nature’s rarest and precious stones The word ‘Sapphire’ is derived from the Latin word ‘sappirus’ and Greek...
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Mar 18, 20226 min read


Kani Art: One of the oldest handicrafts of Kashmir, representing rare and exquisite craftsmanship
Kani Art: One of the oldest handicrafts of Kashmir, representing rare and exquisite craftsmanship By Geeta Vaishnavi This article will...
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Mar 8, 20225 min read


The art of producing and designing copperware
The art of producing and designing copperware Kashmir, a treasure trove of handicrafts heritage and craftsmanship, is known for producing...
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Feb 17, 20224 min read


Pari Mahal represents the best of Srinagar city's traditional architecture
Pari Mahal represents the best of Srinagar city's traditional architecture By Tanveer Lone Located at the top of Zabarwan mountain range,...
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Feb 7, 20225 min read


Islamic calligraphy - A progenitor of modern Islamic art
Islamic calligraphy - A progenitor of modern Islamic art By Akeel Rashid Calligraphy, in general, is defined as the art of producing...
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Jan 18, 20224 min read


Kashmiri poetry reflects and recognizes Kashmiri culture, history, and traditions
Kashmiri poetry reflects and recognizes Kashmiri culture, history, and traditions “Poetry is finer and more philosophical than history;...
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Dec 29, 20217 min read


Martand Sun Temple - An excellent specimen of Kashmiri architecture
Martand Sun Temple - An excellent specimen of Kashmiri architecture The Martand Sun Temple is dedicated to Surya (the chief solar deity...
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Dec 5, 20214 min read
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