Remains of Brahmanical Sites and Artefacts Of the three Historical Parks situated not far from each other, Sukhothai, Kamphaeng Phet and Si Satchanalai have been declared Heritage Park have Brahmanical sites and the Brahmanical artefacts discovered from areas around them which are now housed in the Museums there and the National Museum, Bangkok. As many as fourteen images of Hindu gods like […]
The Real Cost of Art: How to Price Artwork
Pricing artwork can be one of the most difficult parts of running an art business, especially if you’re new to the field. There are several different ways to price your pieces, and each has its own benefits and drawbacks. Some are more favorable in certain situations, so it’s important to know what those are so you can choose the right pricing method […]
The Battle of the Ten Kings: A Historic Battel Between a Bharata King and a Confederation of Tribes
The Battle of the Ten Kings, also known as The Battle of the Ten Kāṣṭhīs, was fought between King Pṛthu and a confederation of tribes at the Sarasvatī River in northern India. The battle was narrated in detail in the epic Mahābhārata, which refers to this conflict as the Āraṇyaka Parva (the Book of Forest-Dwellers). The tribal confederation that opposed King Pṛthu […]
The Importance of History: Why Everyone Should Know World History
It’s easy to look at world history as boring or irrelevant to today’s global society, but this isn’t the case at all. Learning about our past allows us to see how the present was created and how it might be changing in the future. The study of history can also help us gain a better understanding of how we’ve gotten to where […]
The History of BCE and CE: How Two Simple Letters Changed the Way We View Time
In the Latin alphabet, BC (Before Christ) and AD (Anno Domini, Latin for in the year of the Lord) have been used to mark time since roughly the 4th century C.E., but in many ways, these terms are more about religion than history. In fact, an organization called the International Commission on Civil Status recommended replacing BC and AD with two new […]
The Five Essential Elements of Indian Art
Indian art has been around since ancient times, but it wasn’t always called Indian art – it went by different names throughout the country’s long history. The art of India was primarily religious, with paintings and sculptures of Hindu gods and goddesses, many of whom are still worshipped today in their native shrines and temples. Indian art has been used to express […]
Art as Expression: How Art Can Help Us Communicate Ourselves and Our Culture
Art as expression has existed as since the first cave dweller painted on the walls of his living space. When you are creating something – writing, painting, singing, and so on – you are communicating more than just the tangible product itself; you are communicating your thoughts, your feelings, and your beliefs to those who experience your art. Your art becomes both […]
The Sacred Temple Architecture of India
Temple architecture in India can be traced back over 3000 years, from the early cave temples of Aihole and Ellora to the modern shrines in New Delhi like the Lotus Temple and Akshardham Temple Complex. India’s long history of temple construction has given rise to many styles of architecture, which each embody its design principles, symbolism, and cultural significance. Here, in this […]
The Purpose of Architecture: How It Shapes Society
How often do you notice the buildings around you? Do they catch your eye, or do you take them for granted? Architecture is an integral part of our lives, but most people never stop to think about what it means. These buildings aren’t just homes; they reflect who we are as individuals and as a society at large. In fact, architecture can […]
The Significance and Impact of Building Material on Architecture
Architecture plays a vital role in the development of society, shaping the way people live their lives by influencing the way they build their communities and interact with one another. The building material used in construction has an important impact on how buildings are designed, both structurally and aesthetically, which impacts how people use these buildings as well as how they look […]
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