Heritage

The mango that eluded Ghalib in Delhi

The mango that eluded Ghalib in Delhi

As the mango season unfolds, it is time to remember poet Mirza Ghalib’s love for mangoes; but there was one…

May 13, 2024

Iconic Balban tomb to see multiphase restoration

ASI embarks on a meticulous journey to restore the historic tomb, discovered in the mid-20th century, blending architectural preservation with…

May 6, 2024

Delights of Omaxe Chowk

Discover the charm of Old Delhi at Omaxe Chowk, where tradition meets modernity in the first mall of its kind

May 3, 2024

VP’s house consigned to history

The 6 Maulana Azad Road, a British era bungalow that was the home of Vice Presidents since 1962, has been…

April 19, 2024

World Heritage Day: Five historical sites to visit in Delhi

On the ‘International Day for Monuments and Sites’, Patriot lists some of the historical landmarks that one can visit in…

April 18, 2024

Inside 700-year-old Dargah Shah-e-Mardan, the Karbala of Delhi

In central Delhi's Jor Bagh, lies a holy place that provides a spiritual sanctuary to those unable to visit holy…

April 11, 2024

Delhi monuments get new facilities through ‘Adopt A Heritage 2.0’ scheme

A total of nine monuments have been adopted by various agencies in Delhi out of 173 in total. The agencies…

April 4, 2024

Searching for Sir Rouse at Rouse Avenue

Rouse Avenue, which grabbed headlines following CM Arvind Kejriwal’s recent arrest, was built by British engineer Sir Alexander Rouse and,…

March 31, 2024

Delhi’s statues tell a tale of missing women icons

The monumental and enduring narratives of Delhi’s sculptures unveil a mosaic of stories, struggles, and triumphs, while also telling a…

March 11, 2024

Curtain falls on Alpana Cinema

As lights dim at Alpana Cinema, the hall leaves behind a rich legacy that will be cherished by generations of…

February 17, 2024