Heritage Preservation

The artisans in and around Puducherry and Tamil Nadu belong to some of the finest art and craft traditions of South India.

From running workshops for children to painting for a living, this artist couple is one of the last families from the village of Cheriyal to keep alive the region’s tradition of Cheriyal Scroll painting.

Collaborating with local Indian artisans, the brand offers a variety of products including shoes, bags, woollen accessories and even games.

From a mobile treasure hunt to writing workshops by eminent authors, an event conceptualised by ReReeti promises to acquaint Bengaluru residents to the appeal of museums.

Here’s why you should travel to one of the hundreds of heritage sites dotted across India for your next trip or vacation.

Satyajit Ray is widely recognised as one of the best filmmakers of the 20th century. However, he also received equal praise for his literary work with the character Feluda. Now, a Bengali filmmaker hopes to bring the iconic detective back to life in a first-of-its-kind documentary.

India has a vast number of heritage sites showcasing the diverse history and culture of the country. These six heritage sites are not quite as popular as some of the famous ones, but nevertheless deserve the same kind of visibility and attention.

Few countries have used fabric as a tool to achieve freedom. And that’s the reason why nearly seven decades after India gained its hard-won independence, khadi continues to inspire and amaze people around the globe.

India has a rich history and heritage of arts & crafts from different regions, and a growing tourism industry. Combining the two can provide a unique opportunity to help empower livelihoods in parts of rural India while giving India’s crafts heritage the visibility it deserves.

With everything from traditional handicrafts and indigenous brews to an ancient temple shrouded in local folklore, the tiny village of Andro offers an insightful gaze into the Manipur's rich history.