Snapshort Histories
Brajbhasha’s Mughal Patrons
Brajbhasha gained popularity as the wave of Bhakti movement spread across North India in the 12th century. Catch the story...
Snapshort Histories
Snapshort Histories
Sirhind: Mughal Town with a Tragic Past
Once an opulent city of high culture under the Mughals, Sirhind in Punjab fell to ruin due to an act of horrific brutality. Catch the story of a grand town that the Sikhs will forever consider cursed
Snapshort Histories
Jaggayyapeta and Andhra’s Great Stupa
The lesser known story of one of the oldest stupas of Andhra Pradesh, which too would have been a celebrated marvel had its slabs and sculptures not been burned in kilns to make limestone!
Snapshort Histories
Prithvi: Theatre of Social Awakening
It’s one of Mumbai’s most popular theatres now but it started as a travelling theatre company whose plays spoke to the social conscience of all Indians. Catch the story of Prithvi Theatre, founded by a thespian during the heady days of the freedom movement
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Kanchipuram’s Medieval Inn
The next time you’re on the Bengaluru-Chennai road, keep your eyes peeled for the ruins of a fascinating inn on the side of the road. This is the story of Pillai Chatram, an 18th century rest stop that was more than just a haven for weary souls.