Exploring Roman Britain: 7 Remarkable Sites to Visit
Britain’s Roman past is etched across the landscape in walls, villas, temples and forts. These remains stand as reminders of a time when the island was part of one of…
India’s forgotten megalithic marvel, Hire Benakal
In the rocky hinterlands of Karnataka lies a remarkable yet little-known archaeological treasure, the megalithic necropolis of Hire Benakal. Spread across the granite-strewn hills of Moryar Gudda and aptly named…
Hagia Sophia’s enigmatic underground tunnels, vaults, and tombs soon to be opened to the public
The Turkish Ministry of Culture is currently executing a cleaning initiative aimed at making the underground sections of the renowned Hagia Sophia in Istanbul accessible to visitors. This undertaking involves…
10 South and South East Asian heritage sites to add to your 2025 travel bucket list
South and Southeast Asia are home to some of the world’s most diverse and fascinating heritage sites; from ancient temples and archaeological wonders to breathtaking natural landscapes. Here is a…
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…