Jyotirlinga places – Centers of Spiritual Tourism
Here is our presentation on the topic, delivered at 2nd Global Spiritual Tourism Conclave, that was held at Ujjain on 27th August, 2025.
Maratha Military Landscapes : The newest addition to UNESCO World Heritage
Introduction Among the recent additions to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, one entry from India created wave of joy among the history and heritage lovers, especially in Maharashtra. The entry of “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” was a long standing demand by history lovers. It was listed in UNESCO World Heritage Tentative list […]
New addition to India’s UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List
On March 7, Six new properties, including 5 archaeologically important places, have been added to India’s tentative list by UNESCO’s World Heritage Centre. This is a step towards their future nomination for the World Heritage List. India’s tentative list now comprises 62 sites, with 43 properties already listed as World Heritage Sites. What is UNESCO […]
Consecration in an incomplete temple at Ayodhya: A fact check
Before I start writing this post, I want to make it aptly clear. I am not associated with any political party, or do not represent or endorse views of any. I am not even a primary member of any political party, and I have friends across all party lines. Now that I have made it […]
Lakkundi & Shravanabelagola : Latest applicants for World Heritage tag
After recent inclusion of Hoysala temples in UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the tourism in Karnataka is expected to be on rise. With the aim of boosting the tourism and better upkeeping of the heritage, two prime monuments in Karnataka have been proposed for the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage list. The one is Shravanabelagola in Hassan […]
Exploring the Past, Crafting the Future: My WHV Camp Experience
World Heritage Volunteer (WHV) Program is an initiative that was launched by UNESCO, in 2008. This program aims to educate the youth about the significance of heritage, culture, and its preservation. I had the wonderful opportunity to participate in the WHV program at Ramappa Temple, organized by the Kakatiya Heritage Trust. I learned about this […]
UNESCO World Heritage Volunteer Camp-Ramappa, Telangana 2023
Our team member Yoga Rakshitha Dasi was part of UNESCO World Heritage Volunteer Camp. Here is her article about the camp and training that was provided at the camp. Participants from all corners of India, from Gujarat in the west to Tripura in the east, and from Delhi in the north to Tamil Nadu in […]
Indian Heritage Sites in UNESCO World Heritage list
Recently, the Hoysala era monuments at Belur, Somanathpura and Halebidu got entry in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list. And on this occasion, we thought of introducing you to the heritage sites in India that are part of World Heritage list. But before that. let’s understand a bit about the UNESCO World Heritage list. What […]
Sanatan Dharma Eradication : Propaganda, Political opportunity or need of time ?
Recently, the word Sanatana has become a very important keyword in Indian politics. With some loose statements from one politician in Tamilnadu, and arguments in support and in oppose by all other political parties, have made it all centre of a large controversy. And going through all the news, I had a few thoughts on […]