Heritage

Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 23, 2024

Shalimar Bagh, also known as Shalimar Garden, is a Mughal Garden located on the banks of Yamuna. It was named Aizzabad Bagh after Izz-un-Nissa, wife of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1653, who ordered its construction.

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Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 22, 2024

The red sandstone tower, built in 13th century, pipped Red Fort to emerge as the most popular ASI-managed property in 2023-24

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Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 13, 2024

MCD scraps plan to convert the 160-year-old Town Hall in Chandni Chowk into a hotel. The historic building will be conserved and repurposed for public use instead

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Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 8, 2024

The project includes installation of over 1,000 lights and maintenance of the iconic fort’s rampart

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Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 5, 2024

The historic Lady Hardinge Medical College building is being renovated by INTACH with many old features getting touch-up

 

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Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 1, 2024

Public works body turns down tourism department’s request to reintroduce boating at the iconic monument in central Delhi

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VIVEK SHUKLA -May 13, 2024

As the mango season unfolds, it is time to remember poet Mirza Ghalib’s love for mangoes; but there was one variety he may not have tasted due to its shortage in Delhi

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Idrees Bukhtiyar -May 6, 2024

ASI embarks on a meticulous journey to restore the historic tomb, discovered in the mid-20th century, blending architectural preservation with cultural revival in the lush Mehrauli Archaeological Park

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