The Secrets of the Atacama Desert Geoglyphs
Deep in the arid expanse of Chile’s Atacama Desert lies one of the world’s most enigmatic and impressive collections of ancient art, the Atacama geoglyphs. These giant figures, etched into…
Humayun’s Tomb site Interpretation Centre
Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Delhi, stands as one of the most significant Mughal monuments in India. As the first garden tomb on the Indian subcontinent, its…
Preserving Karnataka’s Heritage: The Urgent Need to Protect and Maintain the State’s Historic Monuments
Karnataka boasts the second-highest number of protected monuments in India. Beyond the renowned and frequently visited sites in Belur, Halebid, and Hampi, there are numerous structures constructed by rulers from…
Private Firm Adopts Elephanta Caves Under ASI’s ‘Adopt a Heritage’ Scheme
A significant development in heritage conservation has taken place as a private firm has adopted the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, under the Archaeological Survey of India’s (ASI)…
Tanzania’s Balancing Act Between Luxury Tourism and Maasai Heritage
In the expansive plains of northern Tanzania, a clash of cultures and livelihoods has ignited a contentious debate over the future of tourism and the preservation of indigenous traditions. At…
Will an e-pass help save the natural heritage of Nilgiris?
Tourists entering the Nilgiris and Kodaikanal hill stations are mandated to obtain an e-pass from May 7, until June 30. The e-pass system aims to reduce congestion and the pressure…
Damage Threatens Great Wall of China
In a concerning development, reports have emerged of significant damage to sections of the iconic Great Wall of China in Shanxi Province. The Great Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage site…
Five lesser-known forts of India
Here is a list of five lesser-known forts in India for your next historic adventure. Daulatabad Fort, Maharashtra Daulatabad Fort is located near the city of Aurangabad. It is a…
Experts Call for More WHS in India
In a bid to showcase the vast cultural and historical tapestry that defines India, enthusiasts, and heritage conservationists are rallying for an expansion of the country’s representation on the prestigious…
Warli tribal community in Mumbai fears loss of land to proposed Shivaji War Museum
Last year the Maharashtra Department of Tourism revealed plans to build the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj War Art Museum on a 136-acre plot in Gorai. The Warli community of Gorai is…