Colour Stories

The Indian subcontinent has always enjoyed a position of being rich in cultural history and tradition. Right from poetry inspired by nature and beautiful queens to dramas enacting the social circumstances under a ruler, the country and its kings have encouraged and nourished the arts, till every art form has a story of its own to narrate.

Colour Stories

From tackling termites to keeping the city cool, there are several theories why Jodhpur is the “Blue City.” Read further to find out the mystery and history behind the Blue City …

Every city of Rajasthan has something unique about it and Jodhpur is one such city. Here, on the orders of the city's founder, Rao Jodha, many of the box-like houses are painted a luscious blue, like the sea in the arid Indian landscape. The colour of Jodhpur tells its history and has interesting stories associated with it.

Colour Stories

Did you know puppets have been a form of artistic expression and instruction for 2,000 years? Read more about this colourful performance art…

Jawaharlal Nehru was not only the first prime minister of India and the designer of its contemporary society. He also significantly impacted the demonization of European imperialism and gave voice to those in Asia and Africa fighting for racial equality and self-determination.

Frank Mhanke rightly observes that over the last century, several scientific studies, empirical observations and research have proven that the human experience of architectural environment is to a large extent based on our sensory perception of colour. These studies confirm that the human response to colour is total – it influences us psychologically and physiologically.

Navratri is a festival traditionally associated with Shakti Puja in India, where the devotees pray to different forms of Maa Durga over the nine days of Navratri. This festival is celebrated all across the entire country in various ways and it is believed that Maa Durga visits the earth during this pious period. Maa Durga embodies the positive divine forces that fight and destroy the evil forces.

Flags are invested in emotions just like all symbols of identity. Last time, we discussed the flag of South Africa. This time, we have picked the colourful flag of Mauritius. Read on to know all about it…

Last time, we discussed the flag of Sri Lanka. This time, read on to know everything about the colourful flag of Myanmar.

Before we learn about the Myanmar’s flag and its history, let’s explore what the country is all about.

Myanmar is known as the ‘Golden Land’, thanks to its glittering pagodas. It is a beautiful region with elegant old buildings, scenic landscapes and wonderful archaeological sites. It has a colourful ethnic group and amazing fine arts and handicrafts. Now, let’s take a look at the colourful flag of the country.

Indian pre-wedding customs such as Haldi functions are immensely entertaining and have great cultural significance. We apply Haldi on the face, neck, hands, and feet of the bride and groom, and they do the same for their single friends and siblings. At the wedding Haldi ceremony day, we also like singing old songs, dancing, and eating excellent cuisine on the wedding Haldi ceremony day. 

We took you through the fascinating history behind the colourful flag of Malaysia last time. This month, we’re back again with another story about the flag of Nepal! Read on to learn more about it…

A flag represents a free nation and symbolises a nation’s nationality, national unity, and pride. Almost all the countries are represented by a rectangular or square flag except Nepal.