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Overview of The Later Great Mughals
Afghans of Mongol descent, the Mughals displaced the Sultan rulers of the small kingdom of Delhi (ironically Afghans themselves) in the mid sixteenth century.
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Overview of Islamic Gardens Part III: MUGHAL INDIA
This article is on the gardens of Mughal India and breifly discusses three gardens. This is the final article of the three part series on Islamic gardens.
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Overview of The Early Great Mughals
The Mughals ruled over a period of refinement and grandeur not seen in India since Asoka's reign. Here is a brief overview of the first three "Great" Mughal emperors.
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Paradise Gardens
Islamic gardeners kept the Western tradition of garden design alive while Western Europe was going through what has often been called the "Dark Ages".They also developed their own unique garden styles.
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The Taj Mahal: A Multicultural Synthesis
This article is on the Taj Mahal and briefly discusses its multicultural features and fusion of architectural traditions.
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Lahore
Lahore is the capital of Punjab and one of the most populous city of Pakistan . It is famous for it`s architecture and culture.
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Arts and crafts
This article is about the talent which Pakistani people posses and inherit from there fore fathers in the field of arts and crafts.
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Basant Becoming Pakistan’s Cultural Festival
Originally an Indian spring festival, Basant is now considered a part of Pak Culture with it being celebrated all over the country in spring months of February and March.
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Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
A devotee of Shiva named Supriya was tormented by an asura Daruka. When the demon was about to kill Supriya, Shiva emerged from the Jyotirlinga and killed Daruka.
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The Elephant and the Crocodile
According to the Bhagavata Purana Sonepur was the scene of the legendary fight between the Gaj or the elephant and the Grah or the crocodile. The seesaw battle continued for a thousand years. Both the Gaj and the Grah had been humans in their previous lives.
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THE HISTORY AND DESIGN OF THE PAISLEY SHAWL
Shawls of the "Paisley" design were in fashion for over one hundred years. During the time from 1790 - 1870 millions were woven and embroidered in Kashmir, Persia, India, Russia, United States and Europe. It was the shawls woven in Kashmir that caught the fancy of women and the European manufacturers were were quick to copy them. During the Victorian Era, the name "Paisley" had become a generic term.
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The Enchantress of Florence by Salman Rushdie
Salman Rushdie's tenth novel tells of a mysterious stranger, who arrives at the palace of Mughal emperor Akbar with quite a story to tell.
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“Cumin – the great reviver and appetizer” A Guest Article by - Urja Vidya Narayan
Is it summer in your part of the world? Feel drained? Here is an inexpensive, healthy, tasty drink. Welcome an appetizer, vitalizer …
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Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme
Afghanistan is a country torn apart by war. Undeterred, the Aga Khan Trust for Culture is quietly rebuilding the country's urban landscapes and restoring hope
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Getty Museum Guest Scholars for 2008-2009
This year's eight participants in the J. Paul Getty Museum's annual Guest Scholar Program come from the United States, India, Germany, Hungary and England.
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Somnath Jyotirlinga – A History
Several times Somnath has been destroyed by Muslim invaders and rulers, but each time it has risen from the ashes like a phoenix.
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Varanasi Jyotirlinga
Shiva created Kashi, the eternal city, and took permanent residence there. Kashi, or Varanasi, is destroyed only at the end of 100 kalpas.
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Monuments of the Islamic World, Part II
Part II of my tour of the striking monuments of the Islamic World.
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Tourism in Pakistan
This article gives a description about the tourism in Pakistan and a hint for nature as well as the history loving people that what they can find in Pakistan.,This article gives a description about the tourism in Pakistan and a hint for nature as well as the history loving people that what they can find in Pakistan.
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The Aga Khan Award for Architecture: Part II
This is Part II of 2 articles on the Aga Khan Award for Architecture. This one discusses the most recent winning projects of the Muslim world outside of the Middle East as well as concludes both articles.
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The Princess of Tabla
Her fingers fly with amazing speed and elegance over the tabla drums. They are sure in their melody and in their shattering of a predominantly male bastion.
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Vizagapatam Toy Soldiers
Toy soldier collecting is a big hobby in Britain these days, but its origins probably come from India.
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Everyday Fashion
What do women in India wear to work? To party? To the temple? Here's a sneak peek into their wardrobe.
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Everyday Fashion
What do women in India wear to work? To party? To the temple? Here's a sneak peek into their wardrobe.
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Karachi-- The capital of Sindh.
this article is about the hustling and bustling capital of sindh.
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The muslims in India.
To know about the culturte of pakistan one needs to know that how did they entered this region. This article is a description about when they entered this regionb and how.
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The unperishable muslim impact in Sub-continent.
This article is the continuing part of my last article as my last article was about how they came to this region and this one is a short description of the impact they left on this part of the world.
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To dye a tan Yellow with SAFFLOWER
Directions on how to dye the color yellow by Pathan Dyers currently residing in Pakistan due to the troubles in Afganistan. Nice natural dye recipe probably several thousand years old used primarily to get tones for carpet weaving.
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Champaner in Gurujat, India
The medieval city of Champaner, near Vadodara, is home to the Chapaner-Pavagadh Archeological Park and is revered for its rich history and architectural heritage.
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Guide to Ordering Indian Food
Indian cuisine is well known for its liberal use of garam masala, but those who are not used to fiery curries can find plenty of mild dishes on a menu.
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Visiting the Taj Mahal, Agra India
Located in the city of Agra, 204 km south of New Dehli in the state of Uttar Pradesh the Taj Mahal is consistently voted as one of the seven wonders of the new world.
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In A Persian Garden
Wildscaping doesn't have to be stuffy -- just look at the Persian designs!
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New Resources on Islamic Architecture
A look at the newest resources on Islamic Architecture, Art, and Islamic Gardens.
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Causes of the Indian War of Independence
The Sepoy Mutiny or the First War of Indian Independence began on 10th May, 1857, in a town called Meerut.
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Landscapes of Love
Five historic landscapes symbolize five extraordinary couples. Historic landscapes and landscape gardens chronicle the fashions and trends of the times that shaped them.
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Oriental Carpets
This article is on the decorative art of Oriental Carpets and their popularity in the West.
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Overview of Islamic Gardens: MUSLIM SPAIN
This article is on the gardens of Muslim Spain but specifically the Alhambra and Generalife.
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Paradise On Earth
A brief look at the Paradise gardens of the Muslim world in Persia, Spain and India.
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The Garden of the Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal has often been called the greatest monument to love. The architecture of the tomb is so beautiful that many visitors don't pay much attention to the garden.
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We Will Rock You...
Faiza Kamal, a young student from Karachi University, rocks this month with her article on Pakistani pop music.
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