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Maharaja’s gamble
Gaj Singh was to the palace born, with a lavish inheritance but little income. He reinvented his future and along the way championed royal Rajasthan’s preservation
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India’s Jurassic Park
The most significant site for dinosaur remains in India is also home to a princess who conjures stories of prehistoric life from a surreal landscape
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North to the Mountains
A grandson retraces adventurer Francis K. I. Baird’s mysterious trek to the Himalaya
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Wonder in the caves
In the South of India, ancient temples are carved into cliffs
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A faith as old as the Apostles
Christianity came to Kerala as early as the first century
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This is their livelihood
An interview with Jaya Jaitly, author of the "Crafts Atlas of India"
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Colors of Life
India’s rainbow hues hold many shades of meaning
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Incredible Yoga
Photographer Michael O'Neill spent a decade documenting the practice that saved his life
Departments
Comfort foods on the road
Known as dhabas, these roadside eateries serving classic meals offer a glimpse into India's culture and customs
From hatha yoga, cosmic pieces of art
Paintings recently discovered in Jodhpur's royal palace depict Nath yogis' understanding of the cosmos
In the courtyards and alleyways of Old Delhi
Instagram photographer Arjun Chhabra captures raw moments in the city's alleyways and courtyards
Mehndi: a fanciful imprint of India
In anticipation of her daugher's wedding, Shoba Narayan set out to hone her mendhi craft
Resources
Contributing writers and experts from the Smithsonian submitted their suggestions for India-themed books, movies, and online resources to enjoy before traveling
All together now
A meditation retreat in 1968 offered the British rock group heightened awareness and peace of mind