Buddhism is one of the ancient religions that is still widespread all around the world. Like all other religions, Buddhism has also not failed to strengthen its relevance in the…
Buddhism is a religion that respects the environment. Most Buddhists aim to transcend worldly, material desires and establish a close relationship with nature. Disciples could establish and sustain a calm…
It is not uncommon to remember the remarkable Ajanta and Ellora caves near Aurangabad of the Deccan when a mention is made of the rock-cut monasteries in India. But this…
The largest Buddhist temple in the world is the Borobudur Temple located in Magelang in Central Java, Indonesia. It is the 9th century Mahayana Buddhist temple and features nine stacked…
Modernization refers to a model of a progressive transition from a ‘pre-modern’ or ‘traditional’ to ‘modern’ society. It makes use of new and innovative technologies for the construction, specifically from…
The theory of architecture is nearly always taught and studied through a Eurocentric perspective, with the main focus on Western architectural traditions and theories. However, taking into account new perspectives…
To the informal observer, Calcutta can experience an attack on the senses – gritty, chaotic, a whirlwind of sights, sounds, and smelly aromas. Travel publications and word-of-mouth testimonies generally tend…
Bhutan is a small mountainous country with dense forest regions amidst which a culturally rich civilization thrives. It is landlocked between India, China, and Tibet (now an autonomous region of…
Think before you trash it. “Sustainability Starts With Responsible Waste Disposal,” goes the saying. But what exactly qualifies as waste? In our homes, offices, and industries, we discard materials for…
Indian show-makers have always been successful in luring the audience toward television richness. Their themes revolve around explicit wealth showcased with luxurious family mansions, or sometimes through rich textured upholstery.…
Zen is a philosophy that emerged from Mahayana Buddhism in the eleventh century. Zen emphasizes meditation, selflessness, and cosmic harmony over ancient religious rites. Zen philosophy’s key ideas include the…
Vadnagar is a living town and archeologically has a large history. A place where life existed from its inception to the modern day. One can find its mention in Skanda…
