Undoubtedly, Thrissur is the cultural capital of Kerala, known for hosting the world renowned Thrissur Pooram festival that draws millions of spectators. As one of the cradles of Malayalam literature, Thrissur is home to reputable cultural institutions like Kalamandalam. It also features many historically and architecturally significant churches, temples, palaces, and museums. The city celebrates numerous festivals throughout the year, most notably Thrissur Pooram which involves a procession of decorated elephants and percussion performances that attract over a million visitors.
This document discusses several case studies of urban heritage projects in India that demonstrate good practices in conservation and management. It highlights four key categories: 1) Developing institutional infrastructure like heritage cells within local governments; 2) Integrating heritage into urban planning frameworks like master plans; 3) Revitalizing heritage areas through urban renewal focused on economic regeneration and upgrading environments; and 4) Engaging communities through participatory mapping and awareness programs. Example projects described include conservation efforts in Ahmedabad and Hyderabad, heritage management planning in Jaipur, urban renewal initiatives in Pondicherry and Muziris, and community mapping in West Bengal. The document emphasizes the importance of recognizing heritage as an asset, integrating it into urban planning, and
Documentation of Pragpur - Garli,Himachal PradeshPrince Pathania
This document provides documentation of the village of Garli in Himachal Pradesh, India. It begins with an acknowledgement and introduction to the village. Garli was founded approximately 300 years ago and is known for its ancient architecture and local culture. The document then discusses the demographics, history, and timeline of Garli. It describes the street patterns, land use, and modes of living and occupations of the residents. The main places of interest in Garli are also highlighted, including the Taal or village pond. In summary, the document thoroughly documents the heritage village of Garli through its history, culture, architecture, and people.
Urban heritage conservation , India under the subject of urban planning and techniques in town and country planning with international and national level contribution , its need and case of heritage walk of Ahmadabad city.
-Definitions related to Urban Conservation
-Important of Heritage conservation
-Conservation Elements
-Conservation at International Level
-Conservation at National Level
-Constitution Obligation
-Acts for Conservation
-Need of Urban Heritage Conservation
-Heritage walk of Ahmedabad City
This document provides an overview of the history and development of Varanasi, India. It discusses the mythical origins of the city and its establishment along the Ganges River by Aryan settlers around 500 BC. The city grew as a religious center under the Gupta Empire from the 4th-6th centuries AD. Between the 8th-10th centuries, the city expanded further under the Pratiharas and Gahadavalas dynasties. During the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal periods, many mosques and tombs were built. In the 18th-19th centuries under the British, Varanasi became an important trade hub centered around silk and religious pilgrimage.
Varanasi is an ancient city located on the banks of the Ganges River in Uttar Pradesh. It has been continuously inhabited for over 2,000 years and is considered one of the holiest places in Hinduism. The document describes Varanasi's history and growth, including its traditional core established in the 2nd century BC, and later developments like the colonial settlement in the 18th century and Benaras Hindu University in 1916. It provides statistical data on Varanasi's population, literacy rates, and administrative divisions. Key features discussed include the 84 ghats along the Ganges used for religious rituals and bathing, and the city's radial and orthogonal street networks within the traditional core.
This document discusses several case studies of urban heritage projects in India that demonstrate good practices in conservation and management. It highlights four key categories: 1) Developing institutional infrastructure like heritage cells within local governments; 2) Integrating heritage into urban planning frameworks like master plans; 3) Revitalizing heritage areas through urban renewal focused on economic regeneration and upgrading environments; and 4) Engaging communities through participatory mapping and awareness programs. Example projects described include conservation efforts in Ahmedabad and Hyderabad, heritage management planning in Jaipur, urban renewal initiatives in Pondicherry and Muziris, and community mapping in West Bengal. The document emphasizes the importance of recognizing heritage as an asset, integrating it into urban planning, and
Documentation of Pragpur - Garli,Himachal PradeshPrince Pathania
This document provides documentation of the village of Garli in Himachal Pradesh, India. It begins with an acknowledgement and introduction to the village. Garli was founded approximately 300 years ago and is known for its ancient architecture and local culture. The document then discusses the demographics, history, and timeline of Garli. It describes the street patterns, land use, and modes of living and occupations of the residents. The main places of interest in Garli are also highlighted, including the Taal or village pond. In summary, the document thoroughly documents the heritage village of Garli through its history, culture, architecture, and people.
Urban heritage conservation , India under the subject of urban planning and techniques in town and country planning with international and national level contribution , its need and case of heritage walk of Ahmadabad city.
-Definitions related to Urban Conservation
-Important of Heritage conservation
-Conservation Elements
-Conservation at International Level
-Conservation at National Level
-Constitution Obligation
-Acts for Conservation
-Need of Urban Heritage Conservation
-Heritage walk of Ahmedabad City
This document provides an overview of the history and development of Varanasi, India. It discusses the mythical origins of the city and its establishment along the Ganges River by Aryan settlers around 500 BC. The city grew as a religious center under the Gupta Empire from the 4th-6th centuries AD. Between the 8th-10th centuries, the city expanded further under the Pratiharas and Gahadavalas dynasties. During the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal periods, many mosques and tombs were built. In the 18th-19th centuries under the British, Varanasi became an important trade hub centered around silk and religious pilgrimage.
Varanasi is an ancient city located on the banks of the Ganges River in Uttar Pradesh. It has been continuously inhabited for over 2,000 years and is considered one of the holiest places in Hinduism. The document describes Varanasi's history and growth, including its traditional core established in the 2nd century BC, and later developments like the colonial settlement in the 18th century and Benaras Hindu University in 1916. It provides statistical data on Varanasi's population, literacy rates, and administrative divisions. Key features discussed include the 84 ghats along the Ganges used for religious rituals and bathing, and the city's radial and orthogonal street networks within the traditional core.
Regional planning can be found as a significant element in the planning systems
of many countries worldwide, although the definitions and nature of what constitutes
regional planning can vary considerably. Occupying an intermediate
position in the planning hierarchy, regional planning can also sometimes find
itself in an uncomfortable position – squeezed between often quite powerful
national and local elements of those systems. As such, regional planning fortunes
can wax and wane – but what has been remarkable over time has been
the enduring nature of such activity because there are important issues which
require this level of intervention. Indeed it is our contention that, with the
trends and emerging issues in contemporary society, there is an even stronger
need for regional planning. Economic and social tendencies foster increasing
mobility, in daily/week time and in lifespan time. Spatial patterns are influenced
by concentrating and dispersing flows; it no longer makes sense to consider
urban and rural areas as distinct self-contained territories – they are linked
to nearby and distant areas in a variety of different ways, reflecting for example
the revolution in telecommunications. We are also confronted with the fundamental
challenges of climate change and the drive for a much more sustainable
approach to our development. The regional level may have a central role to
play in the ‘territorial integration’ between natural and socio-economic systems,
providing an appropriate basis for advancing sustainability.
IN THE 13TH CENTURY, KING PETHASINH OF PETHAPUR, RULED OVER SHERTHA TOWN. A NEW CAPITAL CITY WAS TO BE BUILT ON LAND
WHICH WAS ONCE PART OF PETHAPUR STATE AFTER AHEMDABAD WAS MADE THE CAPITAL. OF STATE. THIS CITY LIES ON THE WESTERN
BANK OF SABARMATTI RIVER, WHICH ALSO FLOWS INTO AHEMDABAD.
Mosque & History of Islamic Architecture in KeralaChandana R
MOSQUE/ Mosque Typology/ Common features/ History of Islam in Kerala/ Traditional Mosque in Kerala/ Cheraman Juma Masjid and Architectural Features/ Palayam Palli/ Vavar Masjid
This document provides details about the Surat Bus Rapid Transit System in India. It discusses Surat's population growth, existing transportation challenges due to limited public transit, and the plan to implement a Bus Rapid Transit system to address mobility needs. The BRTS will be implemented in phases, with Phase 1 covering 30 km of dedicated bus lanes and bus stations. Facilities like workshops, depots, and a control center are also being constructed. The BRTS aims to improve transportation access, reduce congestion and pollution, and support further urban development around transit stations.
Bhopal is the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, India. It has a population of over 2 million people and is known as the City of Lakes due to the two large lakes within the city. The city has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Some of the major tourist attractions in Bhopal include the Taj-ul-Masjid mosque, which is one of the largest mosques in India. The city faces issues with its sewage and solid waste management, as much of its sewage and drainage ends up in local water sources like the Upper Lake, which provides drinking water to 40% of the population. Transportation within the city faces challenges like lack of multi-modal integration
The strategies included creating large pedestrian zones along lake edge, developing on outer road by strengthening existing road network, creating approximately 2 km of access streets as
well as new access point of lake front enhancing recreational potential by improving public facilities and encouraging overall development within the precinct.
Major Landmarks in Thiruvananthapuram:
Each landmark has its own historical importance
This is a case study on the important buildings in the Trivandrum city along with its historical background. This will help to know more about the city.
AkshArdhAm temple is a large Hindu temple complex located in Delhi, India. It was built in 2005 according to ancient Hindu architectural texts and features intricately carved stonework without any steel. The complex includes exhibitions on Hindu spiritual figures, an IMAX theatre, a musical fountain, and large gardens. It attracts around 70% of Delhi's tourists and displays centuries of Indian culture and spirituality through its architectural design and multimedia presentations.
This is a presentation done on 15th July, 2017, at a Seminar on "Making River Musi an Example", at Government City College, Hyderabad. River Musi flows through Hyderabad, capital city of Telangana State in India. Problems of River Musi are related to Hyderabad's modern growth and development.
Pataliputra was an ancient city in modern-day Patna, India that served as the capital of several successive dynasties from the Nandas to the Guptas due to its central location. Situated at the confluence of major rivers, it dominated riverine trade and was a major commercial center. During the reign of Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE, Pataliputra was one of the world's largest cities, with a population between 150,000-400,000 people spread over 25.5 square kilometers. It was well-fortified with walls, towers, gates and a surrounding ditch for defense.
A blueprint for conserving the historic canal precinct of alappuzha townBinumol Tom
Heritage of a place be it natural or manmade, once lost is lost for ever. It cannot be recreated with its golden stains of time. Lets get together to conserve the rich heritage of our country and be dutiful citizens of India.
Lavasa is India's first planned hill city located in Pune district. [1] It was developed as a private sector project to be a new tourist destination with plans for 300,000 permanent residents and 20 million annual tourists. [2] The master plan was designed to integrate residential, commercial, and leisure developments like hotels and golf courses with the natural landscape. [3] Lavasa aims to offer a variety of housing options and employment in industries like tourism, education, and biotechnology to create a self-sustaining city.
Chokhi Dhani is an 18-acre ethnic village and resort located near Jaipur, Rajasthan that aims to provide tourists an authentic experience of rural Rajasthani culture. It includes over 30 zones replicating villages, craftspeople, performances, restaurants, and accommodations. Some key areas include the Chokhi Dhani village with huts, shops, performances and dining areas; an artisan village with craftspeople; and the Chokhi Dhani resort with rooms, restaurants and amenities while retaining a rural feel. The detailed site planning aims to immerse visitors in Rajasthani culture through authentic recreations of village life.
Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea in Kerala, India. It developed as an important trading port under Portuguese and Dutch colonization in the 15th-18th centuries. In 1762, the town of Alappuzha was established by the king of Travancore to encourage trade and commerce along two canals connecting the sea and a lake. The town layout and architecture was influenced by the Dutch, who built warehouses and factories. Alappuzha became known as the "Venice of the East" due to its extensive canal network. While trade and industry declined in the 20th century, Alappuzha is now a popular tourist destination
1. Early humans lived nomadic lifestyles as hunter-gatherers but began settling in caves near water sources for shelter.
2. Around 10,000-5,000 BC, humans learned agriculture and began living in permanent settlements of huts and mud houses near their cultivated fields.
3. As populations grew and chiefdoms formed, social stratification emerged between rich elites living in fortified castles and poorer peasants and artisans living in surrounding areas, laying the foundations for early civilizations.
The document describes the CIDCO Urban Haat located in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai. Some key details include:
- It is located on 15 acres of land and has 50 exhibition shops, an amphitheater seating 200, and a food court.
- Facilities include shops exhibiting crafts and food, an amphitheater, and exhibition hall. The design incorporates local vernacular architecture with sloping roofs.
- It serves as a permanent marketplace and location for fairs, exhibitions, and cultural events for the area.
This document provides information about two case studies - Sarojini Nagar Market in Delhi, India and Camden Market in London. Sarojini Nagar Market is a popular destination for shopping clothes and fabrics at affordable prices. It is located in south Delhi and is easily accessible via metro. Camden Market started in the 1970s with a few stalls and has now grown significantly. It offers a variety of goods including clothing, home furnishings, gifts and food. Both markets are well-known public spaces that attract large crowds and play an important role in their communities.
This document discusses strategies for riverfront development. It provides examples of the Sabarmati Riverfront development in Ahmedabad, India and the Crescent riverfront development in New Orleans, USA. Some key strategies discussed include creating public open spaces and access to the river, supporting a mix of uses, rehabilitating adjacent communities, and enhancing transportation connectivity to activate the waterfront and improve quality of life. Both projects aimed to reconnect their cities to their rivers through redevelopment that balanced environmental, social and economic objectives.
Planning Theories presents in the city UJJAINPraveen Mukati
Ujjain, India is an ancient city situated on the Kshipra River. It has developed in a wedge-shaped pattern along major transportation routes like railroads and roads. The city follows Homer Hoyt's sector model of urban structure, with sectors emanating from the city center along transportation arteries. The old city lies north of the railroad, while the new area started developing south of the railroad in the 1930s. Ujjain has a rich cultural heritage and religious significance, with many historic temples that attract pilgrims and influence the city's growth pattern.
Varanasi, also known as Benares, Banaras , or Kashi , is a city on the banks of the river Ganges in Uttar Pradesh, India, 320 kilometres (200 mi) south-east of the state capital, Lucknow, and 121 kilometres (75 mi) east of Allahabad. A major religious hub in India, it is the holiest of the seven sacred cities (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism and Jainism, and played an important role in the development of Buddhism and Ravidassia. Varanasi lies along National Highway 2, and is served by Varanasi Junction railway station and Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
Varanasi has been a cultural centre of northern India for several thousand years, and is closely associated with the Ganges. Hindus believe that dying here and getting cremated along the banks of the "holy" Ganges river allows one to break the cycle of rebirth and attain salvation, making it a major centre for pilgrimage. The city is known worldwide for its many ghats, embankments made in steps of stone slabs along the river bank where pilgrims perform ritual ablutions. Of particular note are the Dashashwamedh Ghat, the Panchganga Ghat, the Manikarnika Ghat, and the Harishchandra Ghat, the last two being where Hindus cremate their dead. The Hindu genealogy registers at Varanasi are kept here.
Tashtagol is a town of 65,000 people located in the Kemerovo region of Russia where many people work in mines. The town has several monuments, a small train station, and a central area. Cultural sites include a museum about the native Shorets people and a park that is usually full of people enjoying their time. Residents enjoy snowboarding, skiing, and swimming in the winter and summer respectively.
Milly introduces herself as a 40-year-old woman from Teziutlán, Puebla, an important tourist destination. She discusses some of the most notable places in Teziutlán including Our Lady of Carmen Church, the old municipal zoo, and the Municipal Palace located on Hidalgo Avenue next to Town Hall Park. Milly also mentions that former Mexican President Manuel Ávila Camacho was born in Teziutlán. She describes Teziutlán as one of the most beautiful places she has ever visited and encourages learning about the local traditions.
Regional planning can be found as a significant element in the planning systems
of many countries worldwide, although the definitions and nature of what constitutes
regional planning can vary considerably. Occupying an intermediate
position in the planning hierarchy, regional planning can also sometimes find
itself in an uncomfortable position – squeezed between often quite powerful
national and local elements of those systems. As such, regional planning fortunes
can wax and wane – but what has been remarkable over time has been
the enduring nature of such activity because there are important issues which
require this level of intervention. Indeed it is our contention that, with the
trends and emerging issues in contemporary society, there is an even stronger
need for regional planning. Economic and social tendencies foster increasing
mobility, in daily/week time and in lifespan time. Spatial patterns are influenced
by concentrating and dispersing flows; it no longer makes sense to consider
urban and rural areas as distinct self-contained territories – they are linked
to nearby and distant areas in a variety of different ways, reflecting for example
the revolution in telecommunications. We are also confronted with the fundamental
challenges of climate change and the drive for a much more sustainable
approach to our development. The regional level may have a central role to
play in the ‘territorial integration’ between natural and socio-economic systems,
providing an appropriate basis for advancing sustainability.
IN THE 13TH CENTURY, KING PETHASINH OF PETHAPUR, RULED OVER SHERTHA TOWN. A NEW CAPITAL CITY WAS TO BE BUILT ON LAND
WHICH WAS ONCE PART OF PETHAPUR STATE AFTER AHEMDABAD WAS MADE THE CAPITAL. OF STATE. THIS CITY LIES ON THE WESTERN
BANK OF SABARMATTI RIVER, WHICH ALSO FLOWS INTO AHEMDABAD.
Mosque & History of Islamic Architecture in KeralaChandana R
MOSQUE/ Mosque Typology/ Common features/ History of Islam in Kerala/ Traditional Mosque in Kerala/ Cheraman Juma Masjid and Architectural Features/ Palayam Palli/ Vavar Masjid
This document provides details about the Surat Bus Rapid Transit System in India. It discusses Surat's population growth, existing transportation challenges due to limited public transit, and the plan to implement a Bus Rapid Transit system to address mobility needs. The BRTS will be implemented in phases, with Phase 1 covering 30 km of dedicated bus lanes and bus stations. Facilities like workshops, depots, and a control center are also being constructed. The BRTS aims to improve transportation access, reduce congestion and pollution, and support further urban development around transit stations.
Bhopal is the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, India. It has a population of over 2 million people and is known as the City of Lakes due to the two large lakes within the city. The city has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Some of the major tourist attractions in Bhopal include the Taj-ul-Masjid mosque, which is one of the largest mosques in India. The city faces issues with its sewage and solid waste management, as much of its sewage and drainage ends up in local water sources like the Upper Lake, which provides drinking water to 40% of the population. Transportation within the city faces challenges like lack of multi-modal integration
The strategies included creating large pedestrian zones along lake edge, developing on outer road by strengthening existing road network, creating approximately 2 km of access streets as
well as new access point of lake front enhancing recreational potential by improving public facilities and encouraging overall development within the precinct.
Major Landmarks in Thiruvananthapuram:
Each landmark has its own historical importance
This is a case study on the important buildings in the Trivandrum city along with its historical background. This will help to know more about the city.
AkshArdhAm temple is a large Hindu temple complex located in Delhi, India. It was built in 2005 according to ancient Hindu architectural texts and features intricately carved stonework without any steel. The complex includes exhibitions on Hindu spiritual figures, an IMAX theatre, a musical fountain, and large gardens. It attracts around 70% of Delhi's tourists and displays centuries of Indian culture and spirituality through its architectural design and multimedia presentations.
This is a presentation done on 15th July, 2017, at a Seminar on "Making River Musi an Example", at Government City College, Hyderabad. River Musi flows through Hyderabad, capital city of Telangana State in India. Problems of River Musi are related to Hyderabad's modern growth and development.
Pataliputra was an ancient city in modern-day Patna, India that served as the capital of several successive dynasties from the Nandas to the Guptas due to its central location. Situated at the confluence of major rivers, it dominated riverine trade and was a major commercial center. During the reign of Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE, Pataliputra was one of the world's largest cities, with a population between 150,000-400,000 people spread over 25.5 square kilometers. It was well-fortified with walls, towers, gates and a surrounding ditch for defense.
A blueprint for conserving the historic canal precinct of alappuzha townBinumol Tom
Heritage of a place be it natural or manmade, once lost is lost for ever. It cannot be recreated with its golden stains of time. Lets get together to conserve the rich heritage of our country and be dutiful citizens of India.
Lavasa is India's first planned hill city located in Pune district. [1] It was developed as a private sector project to be a new tourist destination with plans for 300,000 permanent residents and 20 million annual tourists. [2] The master plan was designed to integrate residential, commercial, and leisure developments like hotels and golf courses with the natural landscape. [3] Lavasa aims to offer a variety of housing options and employment in industries like tourism, education, and biotechnology to create a self-sustaining city.
Chokhi Dhani is an 18-acre ethnic village and resort located near Jaipur, Rajasthan that aims to provide tourists an authentic experience of rural Rajasthani culture. It includes over 30 zones replicating villages, craftspeople, performances, restaurants, and accommodations. Some key areas include the Chokhi Dhani village with huts, shops, performances and dining areas; an artisan village with craftspeople; and the Chokhi Dhani resort with rooms, restaurants and amenities while retaining a rural feel. The detailed site planning aims to immerse visitors in Rajasthani culture through authentic recreations of village life.
Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea in Kerala, India. It developed as an important trading port under Portuguese and Dutch colonization in the 15th-18th centuries. In 1762, the town of Alappuzha was established by the king of Travancore to encourage trade and commerce along two canals connecting the sea and a lake. The town layout and architecture was influenced by the Dutch, who built warehouses and factories. Alappuzha became known as the "Venice of the East" due to its extensive canal network. While trade and industry declined in the 20th century, Alappuzha is now a popular tourist destination
1. Early humans lived nomadic lifestyles as hunter-gatherers but began settling in caves near water sources for shelter.
2. Around 10,000-5,000 BC, humans learned agriculture and began living in permanent settlements of huts and mud houses near their cultivated fields.
3. As populations grew and chiefdoms formed, social stratification emerged between rich elites living in fortified castles and poorer peasants and artisans living in surrounding areas, laying the foundations for early civilizations.
The document describes the CIDCO Urban Haat located in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai. Some key details include:
- It is located on 15 acres of land and has 50 exhibition shops, an amphitheater seating 200, and a food court.
- Facilities include shops exhibiting crafts and food, an amphitheater, and exhibition hall. The design incorporates local vernacular architecture with sloping roofs.
- It serves as a permanent marketplace and location for fairs, exhibitions, and cultural events for the area.
This document provides information about two case studies - Sarojini Nagar Market in Delhi, India and Camden Market in London. Sarojini Nagar Market is a popular destination for shopping clothes and fabrics at affordable prices. It is located in south Delhi and is easily accessible via metro. Camden Market started in the 1970s with a few stalls and has now grown significantly. It offers a variety of goods including clothing, home furnishings, gifts and food. Both markets are well-known public spaces that attract large crowds and play an important role in their communities.
This document discusses strategies for riverfront development. It provides examples of the Sabarmati Riverfront development in Ahmedabad, India and the Crescent riverfront development in New Orleans, USA. Some key strategies discussed include creating public open spaces and access to the river, supporting a mix of uses, rehabilitating adjacent communities, and enhancing transportation connectivity to activate the waterfront and improve quality of life. Both projects aimed to reconnect their cities to their rivers through redevelopment that balanced environmental, social and economic objectives.
Planning Theories presents in the city UJJAINPraveen Mukati
Ujjain, India is an ancient city situated on the Kshipra River. It has developed in a wedge-shaped pattern along major transportation routes like railroads and roads. The city follows Homer Hoyt's sector model of urban structure, with sectors emanating from the city center along transportation arteries. The old city lies north of the railroad, while the new area started developing south of the railroad in the 1930s. Ujjain has a rich cultural heritage and religious significance, with many historic temples that attract pilgrims and influence the city's growth pattern.
Varanasi, also known as Benares, Banaras , or Kashi , is a city on the banks of the river Ganges in Uttar Pradesh, India, 320 kilometres (200 mi) south-east of the state capital, Lucknow, and 121 kilometres (75 mi) east of Allahabad. A major religious hub in India, it is the holiest of the seven sacred cities (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism and Jainism, and played an important role in the development of Buddhism and Ravidassia. Varanasi lies along National Highway 2, and is served by Varanasi Junction railway station and Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
Varanasi has been a cultural centre of northern India for several thousand years, and is closely associated with the Ganges. Hindus believe that dying here and getting cremated along the banks of the "holy" Ganges river allows one to break the cycle of rebirth and attain salvation, making it a major centre for pilgrimage. The city is known worldwide for its many ghats, embankments made in steps of stone slabs along the river bank where pilgrims perform ritual ablutions. Of particular note are the Dashashwamedh Ghat, the Panchganga Ghat, the Manikarnika Ghat, and the Harishchandra Ghat, the last two being where Hindus cremate their dead. The Hindu genealogy registers at Varanasi are kept here.
Tashtagol is a town of 65,000 people located in the Kemerovo region of Russia where many people work in mines. The town has several monuments, a small train station, and a central area. Cultural sites include a museum about the native Shorets people and a park that is usually full of people enjoying their time. Residents enjoy snowboarding, skiing, and swimming in the winter and summer respectively.
Milly introduces herself as a 40-year-old woman from Teziutlán, Puebla, an important tourist destination. She discusses some of the most notable places in Teziutlán including Our Lady of Carmen Church, the old municipal zoo, and the Municipal Palace located on Hidalgo Avenue next to Town Hall Park. Milly also mentions that former Mexican President Manuel Ávila Camacho was born in Teziutlán. She describes Teziutlán as one of the most beautiful places she has ever visited and encourages learning about the local traditions.
1. The document outlines development directives for Thrissur District based on analysis conducted as part of the District Spatial Plan.
2. It divides the district into 8 development zones and identifies the nature of developments suggested for each zone, such as agriculture, industries, services etc.
3. It also defines the major functions of settlements in the district by integrating their existing activity patterns and the development zones they fall within. Functions include various primary, secondary and tertiary economic activities.
Kerala is a small province located in southern India that enjoys a unique geography and culture. It has a long coastline and varied landscape that have made it a popular tourist destination, known for its Ayurvedic treatments, art forms like Kathakali dance drama, festivals, and architecture. Some of its major cultural celebrations and performances include the Theyyam ritual dance in North Kerala, Mohiniyattam dance tradition, the ancient Koodiyattam theatre, the colorful Thrissur Pooram festival, Panchavadyam orchestra music, and the statewide Onam harvest festival marked by floral carpets.
Ppt on cultural and natural tourist centers in keralaRahul Prasad
The document provides an overview of tourism in Kerala, India. It begins by defining tourism and then discusses the natural beauty and growth of tourism in Kerala. Kerala enjoys unique geographical features like beaches, backwaters, hills, and forests that attract many tourists. Popular destinations highlighted include Munnar, Alleppey, Kovalam beach, and sites showcasing Kerala's cultural heritage like Edakkal caves and Koyikkal palace. Tourism is a major industry for Kerala and the government is working to develop infrastructure and promote a hospitality culture to support the industry.
This document provides information about various tourist destinations and attractions across the Indian state of Kerala. It discusses the popular beaches, backwaters, hill stations, wildlife sanctuaries and festivals that make Kerala a top tourist destination. Specific locations mentioned include Munnar, Wayanad, Kumarakom, Periyar, Kovalam, Thekkady, Cochin, Thrissur and Thiruvananthapuram. The document also provides brief descriptions of some popular festivals celebrated in Kerala like Onam and highlights the state's natural beauty, cultural heritage and ideal climate for tourism.
This document provides an overview of the Indian state of Kerala. It discusses Kerala's history, culture, economy, tourism industry and impact of tourism. Some key points:
- Kerala has a long history and was historically known for its coconut trees. It has a diverse culture influenced by Hinduism, Christianity, Islam and other religions.
- The state has a strong economy based on tourism, with its backwaters, beaches, hills and Ayurvedic treatments being major attractions. Tourism generates billions for the state annually and supports many jobs.
- Kerala culture includes performing arts like Kathakali, festivals like Onam and Vishu, cuisine including banana dishes and seafood curries, and traditions surrounding elephants.
Traditional Festivals in Thailand: A Vibrant Tapestry of Culture and CelebrationKaustubh Wankhede
Embark on a cultural journey through the vibrant tapestry of Traditional Festivals in Thailand. From the spirited water battles of Songkran to the enchanting Loy Krathong, immerse yourself in the rich heritage and colorful celebrations that define the Thai festival calendar. Witness breathtaking parades, indulge in traditional delicacies, and experience the lively dances that bring communities together in joyous unity. Discover the unique blend of spirituality, folklore, and exuberance that makes each festival a captivating spectacle, offering a glimpse into Thailand's cultural soul.
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A T I T S F A B U L O U S B E S T
Undoubtedly
Undoubtedly
Cultural capital of Kerala
A crowd-puller not in hundreds and thousands, but millions- but also its pride of place as one of
the cradles of Malayalam literature.
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Pooram
Pulikali
Chamayam
Elanjithara Melam
Churches
Bible Tower
Shakthan Thamburan Palace
Archaeological and Art and Museum
Information Technology
Mural Arts Museum
Thrissur Kole Wetlands
Vilangan Hills
Boom In Trade
Real Estate
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Undoubtedly it is the cultural capital of Kerala
The name Thrissur- originally Thri Siva Peroor and previously known by its anglicized form
Trichur- in central Kerala reminds me of its credentials as one of the most potential markets for
retail trade in gold and Allopathic medicines- now, sure, real estate, textiles, etc. and Informa-
tion Technology are catching up- besides its huge scope as a tourist attraction. It is the fourth
largest city and the third largest urban agglomeration in Kerala and the twentieth in India.
POORAM
Undoubtedly, it is the cultur-
al capital of Kerala, deserv-
edly so because of not only
the world renowned Thrissur
Pooram – a crowd-puller not
in hundreds and thousands,
but millions- but also its pride
of place as one of the cradles
of Malayalam literature, the
seat of cultural institutions
of repute and glory like Kala-
mandalam and equally signifi-
cant academic institutions that
have given birth to a number
of distinguished personalities.
Couple with this saleable cultural aspect lots of churches and their unique mural paint-
ings, carvings and sculptures, temples and their kerala-style architecture, featuring ga-
bled roofs and dormer windows, the rarest of rare performances like Pulikkali, intro-
duced by Maharaja Rama Varma Shakthan Thampuran of Cochin (on the fourth day of
Onam festival, celebrated with all fervour, enthusiasm and fun by all Malayalis, spread
across the word, irrespective of religion, creed, faith and caste), wherein human beings
paint themselves in the ‘stripes’ of tigers and dance with rhythmic precision to the per-
cussion magic that reverberates loud and clear all the way across the length and breadth
of the city, then historical structures like Shakthan Tampuran Palace and museums
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Pulikali
which speak volumes of the past by their very presence and natural sites like Vilangan
Hills that holds you spell-bound by way of its diversions and the panoramic beauty of the
whole city that it offers from the summit. What else a tourist needs for an aesthetic bliss?
Thrissur has its main township, Thrissur town, built around the 65-acre hillock called
Thekkinkadu Maidan, in the heart of which nestles the famed Vadukkunathan Temple that
plays host to the enthralling and world-renowned Thrissur Pooram with its caparisoned,
majestically attired and decorated elephants, panchavadyams and melams- the possible
cacophony turned into symphonic composition with chenda, thimila, madalam, trumpet,
cymbal and edakka (different types of percussion instruments) rolling and jingling in ter-
rific rhythm and timing- and the at least one million people who gather on the D-Day.
In short, Thrissur city, circumambulating the Thekkinkadu Maidan, descends into the
plain Kole Wetlands- a natural drainage for the city- and ascends to Vilangan Hills in the
form of a wave, the eye-catching tourist attractions like churches, temples, towers, pal-
aces, paddyfields, skyscrapers, villas, apartment blocks, etc. comfortably and splendidly
placed in and around.
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As its name and fame indicate, Thrissur Pooram, the mother of all poorams (festivals),
always begins with a bang. The fabulous festival, celebrated with fervor, enthusiasm, fun,
frolic and blended with devotion, sets its tone in the Malayalam month of Medam (April to
May) and the cultural capital remains a mute witness to the largest collection of people,
elephants and festivities of all kinds for 36 hours from the wee hours on the Puram Day:
majestic elephants, 50 or more, adorned with golden caparison (nettipattam), accoutre-
ments (chamayam), ornamental fan made of peacock feathers (alavattam), royal fan (ven-
chamaram), sacred bells and decorative umbrellas, sashaying along the thoroughfares of
the city to the rhythmic and rolling melody of Panchavadyam, synchronized by chenda,
thimila, madalam, trumpet, cymbal and edakka, on their way to Thekkinkadu Maidan, the
main venue of the festival; tourists and devotees from all parts of the state, the country
and the world thronging the maidan; ear-soothing and symphonic Elanjitharamelam that
keeps the buffs glued to the rolling of the percussion and the melody of wind instruments;
the dazzling fireworks display that is more than a match to any similar events in the world
and always springs surprise with any innovation apart from the usual pyrotechniques
beaming and lighting up the sky and releasing the glowing embers like falling flowers-
modern pyrotechnics are in no use here - and above all, Kudamattom, the magnificent
display of creative genius in the form of colourful and innovative umbrellas that change
colours in the twinkling of an eye and are exchanged by the competing groups-Thiruvam-
bady and Paramekavu-much to the delight of spectators.
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In short, every event in this fiesta is
marked by the enthusiastic and healthy
competition between Thiruvambady and
Paramekavu groups of temples that pay
obeisance to Vadakkunathan or Lord
Shiva. Almost all temples in and around
Thrissur town take part and contribute
their might to the pooram festivities.
Obeisance to Vadakkunathan or Lord Shiva
The most colourful and spectacular temple festival synthesizes different cultures like Chris-
tian, Hindu and Muslim into a secular extravaganza–all the paraphernalia associated with
Thrissur Pooram are designed and given shape by the coordinated efforts of Hindu organi-
zations, Christian Churches and Muslim community. For example, the materials needed for
umbrellas that play a stellar role in the enchanting ‘Kudamattom’ are offered by none other
than the churches. Then the pandal works are crafted by the Muslim community.
One may miss out Elanjitharamelam, the percussion symphony or Kudamattom, the
eye-popping colour display that dazzles you to death during one year or two years, but
none can think of missing the fireworks display that holds your mind, soul and body
together into unimaginable concentration with crackers and other explosives bursting
into multi-coloured flower-like ‘embers’ that pour down in a jiffy.
‘Kudamattom’ are offered by none other than the churches
Elanjithara melam
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Then there is the most-visited one in Kerala called Pooram Exhibition conducted in Thek-
kinkadu Maidan. Brainchild of freedom fighters from Thrissur, it promotes Indian products.
All said and done, it would be inappropriate not to mention the legend behind Thrissur
Pooram. Before the advent of Thrissur Puram in 1798, Arattupuzha Puram in (Thrissur
district) was the largest temple festival in Kerala. All the temples in the district, even those
in Thrissur town, with their purams would assemble at Arattupuzha for the mega event.
However, during one year the incessant rains lashing the district played the spoilsport and
the participants were late in arrival. For the same reason they were denied the entry.
Their grievances, in fact, annoyed Raja Rama Varma or famously known as Sakthan Tham-
puran, the Maharaja of Cochin from 1790 to 1805. The wounded Raja in 1798 unified the 10
temples situated around Vadakkunathan Temple and organized the celebration of Thris-
sur Pooram.
The secular character perceived in the preparations and conduct of Thrissur Pooram, to an
extent, is also echoed in the role played by other communities for the overall enhancement
of tourism potential of the cultural capital. Christian churches are epitomes of architectural
and artistic splendor, quite evident from the very sight of Our Lady of Lourdes Syro-Mala-
bar Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral or Lourde Palli, and Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours or
Puthanpally, as they are known among the common public.
Rated as one of the largest churches in Kera-
la and dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, Sy-
ro-Malabar Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral
or Lourde Palli is reputed for its imposing and
majestic interior. Its eye-catching feature is
an underground shrine, acclaimed by many
as a masterpiece of architectural glory.
Lourde Palli
Churches
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Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours or Puthanpally is too well-known as one of the tallest
churches in South India and the devotional programmes there draw a large number of
people from all over the country, especially during the feast days.
If there is any comparison in South India to the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City, it is St
Anthony’s Forane Church in Ollur, whose every inch of space is adorned with the loftiest
achievements of the painter, the sculptor, the ceramics expert, the carpenter, the gold-
smith and all craftsmen of that ilk through every medium relevant and conceivable like
gold, silver, iron, bronze, wood, ivory and stones including laterite, granite and precious
stones.
In what can be termed as a unique feature the
Church boasts of more than 5,000 angel imag-
es in fresco, mural, wood, plaster, stone, metal
and ivory. The paintings on the other hand cov-
er thousands of sq ft and are known for their
aesthetic splendor.
Then the tallest church tower in India and Asia, Bible Tower towers above and behind two
similar structures of 140 ft height. Devotees and tourists can gaze through the childhood of
Christ carved in wood, the healing of Christ depicted in stained glass, the miracles of Christ
in brass, the sufferings of Christ in oil paints, picturesque paintings of apostles in terracot-
ta, the life history of St Thomas in mural paintings and resurrection of Christ depicted on
canvas.
Palaces and museums are another group of attractions that add to the lure of Thrissur City
as a tourist destination. These quaint epitomes, even in their deafening silence are vocal
and convey stories of the lurking past to the aesthetically discerning tourists, who are in
search such hidden truths that await their curiosity to open up. I am quoting the features
of a few of them.
Palaces and museum
Bible tower
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Earlier known as Vadakkekara Palace and recon-
structed in Kerala-Dutch style in 1795 by Sakthan
Thampuran, the palace is marked by different gal-
leries that treasure valuable relics of the past like
bronze statues of the period between 12th century
and 18th century, granite statues of the era from
9th to 17th century, ancient coins that were in cir-
culation in the former province of Kochi and neigh-
bouring kingdoms, some of the milestones of the
Kochi Dynasty and the genesis and evolution of an-
cient writings.
This museum has in its repertoire rare collections of wood carvings, metal sculptures, paint-
ings, ancient jewellery and other artifacts that educate the tourists and students about the ar-
chitectural heritage of the state. Conspicuous of a blend of traditional and Western influence in
its construction, this stately museum can be proud of having the largest collection of excavated
materials from Megalithic sites in Kerala.
Shakthan Thampuran Palace
Archaeological and Art Museum
The museum, dedicated to the local mural arts, also boasts of excavated materials from
Indus Valley and Harappan civilizations, then Cheraman Parambu, Kodungallur. It also
treasures manuscripts written on dry palm leaves, known as olagranthangal in Malay-
alam.
Mural Arts Museum
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Kole Wetlands provides 40 per cent of Kerala’s rice requirement, acts as a natural drain-
age system for Thrissur City and district, though its productivity is countered by the
threat-quotient, ratified and seriously considered by Ramsar Convention. Kole Wet-
lands is located in the Central Asian Flyway of migratory birds and in terms of number
of birds, it is the third largest in India. It has been recognised as one of India’s Important
Bird Areas by the Bird Life International.
Thrissur Kole Wetlands
Wrapped in thick bush, this green hillock finds favour with the young and the old. Not
only that, it provides a panoramic view of whole Thrissur City, dotted with thousands of
acres of green paddyfields, water-filled Kole lands, streams and verdant villages.
I don’t think the boom in trade in Thrissur is a new thing. Even during my college days,
Thrissur had its fame as one of the most potential retail markets in India for gold. Now,
old war-horses have been replaced by new-generation businessmen, enterprising and
bold enough to branch out and spread their wings beyond the limits of the state and
even the country and its net-result is bound to reflect on Thrissur market. Apart from
this, it is one among the cities with the highest savings density.
All these factors have its impact on sectors like textile, stationeries, grocery, hardware
and everything under the sun, quite understandable from the number of malls, hyper-
markets, big showrooms, multiplexes, supermarkets, hypermarkets and skyscrapers that
are coming up here and there.
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City with its mall, skyscrapers, multiplexes, villas and similar fabulous structures is a
stunning example. Retail giants are flocking to the cultural capital of the state in the
hope of minting millions.
Real estate
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Information technology has started making its presence felt. The are ample proofs for
the trend. The large number of colleges and computer institutes, service centres and all
such firms are likely to give further boost to the sector.
Information technology
This may be the reason why lifestyle in the City is luxurious. People here have no inhibi-
tions in spending money for cultural activities, magnificent houses, food, entertainment
and even booze. Look at the prosperous villages with palace-like houses, lined along the
left and right of all sorts of highways. That is why Thrissur was selected as the model
district for the country by experts.
Eat, drink and enjoy for tomorrow we may die, it seems many inmates of this city go ac-
cording to this Epicurean philosophy. Thrissur was arguably the most potential market
for liquor, especially foreign-made Indian liquor. Now, the attempt of the former Kerala
Government (UDF) to put a stop to it by way of prohibition has ended up in the closure
of many many bars. But, tipplers, you need not worry, LDF is trying to reverse the trend!
Then hotels and restaurants that satiate veggies and non-veggies are more than suffi-
cient here. Anyway, non-vegetarian delicacies like beef with steaming porotta are the hot
favourite irrespective of religion, caste and creed. This in no way indicates that there is
no freaks for vegetarian dishes. There are good number of such outlets, noted for their
taste and honest approach towards the food supplied. Which means you can be rest
assured that there will be no curdling of the stomach due to ill-health, because of adul-
terated food. But do not be so sure about every outlet.
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The most widely known builders in Kerala are Thrissur builders also named as TBPL
builders. From a quite long time, they have proved their efficiency in the field of con-
struction and always work for the satisfaction of their clients by completing their work
on the scheduled time with complete honesty. TBPL builders have built a reputation
of being perfect builders in the Kerala region and still working to be at the top of the
list.
They believe that the construction process is not only business but is creating some-
one’s dream and imagination with creativity. They always work according to the en-
vironment-friendly strategy and fulfill the dream of the clients beyond their imag-
ination. TBPL builders work while having the transparent deal with the clients and
complete the project with passion on time without compromising the quality.
Luxury flats, apartments, and villas are offered by TBPL builders as they are consid-
ered to be the largest residential construction company in Kerala. Immediately after
taking the project, they start working on it without wasting any time because they
want to accomplish the dream of their client and handover them their dream home.
TBPL builders are one of the well-known builders who is dedicated to their clients and
always ready to help them in getting their dream house. They have a team of trained
and high skilled workmen, experienced and efficient engineers along with the admin-
istrative staff for the logic support.
If you believe on the TBPL builders for the construction of your dream home, then you
do not have to worry at all as they will not break your trust and will hand over your
home on scheduled time which will satisfy your expectations.
If you are planning to have your dream home in the Kerala region, then do contact to
the TBPL builders or visit their site www.tbpl.in for more details.
www.tbpl.in