Poets often use nature as a symbol or metaphor to evoke inner states of mind. But what is a metaphor? How do Vedic, Sangam, and Prakrit poets use it to explain life’s mysteries long before philosophy ...

The Sirpur Heritage Festival 2026 is set for Feb 1-3 in Chhattisgarh to celebrate the ancient Buddhist site. It features ...

Among the Mogao Caves' nearly 500 chambers and temples, a space known as Cave 17 revealed thousands of extraordinary objects.

Hinduism gained ground in the region in the early centuries of the Common Era because it provided elites with a fully-fleshed metaphysical package along with literacy.

Since ancient times, the Sun, or Surya, has been worshipped as the source of life, energy, and light. Ancient Indian ...

Dani was not just Pakistan’s most influential archaeologist, but also its most insistent storyteller, often called the ...

The Mogao Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in Dunhuang. [Photo by Satarupa Bhattacharjya/China Daily] A desert town is perhaps the most prominent among locations in China that still reflect its ...

Ratnagiri, Lalitgiri, and Udaygiri—have been added to UNESCO's Tentative List, paving the way for potential World Heritage status. This development highlights Odisha's ancient legacy and aims to boost ...

Explore the sacred Piprahwa Buddhist relics exhibition in Delhi, showcasing ancient artifacts and gems from South Asian art ...

A new exhibition at Delhi's Humayun’s Tomb Museum, 'Shared Stories: An Art Journey Across Civilizations Beyond Boundaries', challenges modern divisions by showcasing the interconnectedness of ancient ...

Celebrate National Tourism Day 2026 by exploring 10 must-visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India that showcase the country ...