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World Heritage Day 2023: A glimpse at the legacy schools of Mumbai

World Heritage Day 2023: A glimpse at the legacy schools of Mumbai

In the yesteryears of Mumbai, education formed the primary influence in unifying the diverse communities that sought refuge in the city. Back in the day, education consisted of indigenous pathshalas where religious works and elementary mathematics were taught. On World Heritage Day, we delve into the legacy schools of Mumbai that pioneered education for the city’s scholarly. The extracts have been taken with permission from the book, "Bombay: The Cities Within" by Rahul Mehrotra and Sharada Dwivedi, and published by Eminence Designs Pvt. Ltd.

18 April,2023 06:59 PM IST | Ainie Rizvi
World Tourism Day 2022: 7 must-visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India

World Tourism Day 2022: 7 must-visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India

Every year, September 27 is celebrated as World Tourism Day. Tourism helps people learn about a country through its cultural and natural landscape. India boasts of 40 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in different parts of the country. As many as 32 of them are cultural sites, seven of them are natural and one is of the mixed criteria, which includes both natural and cultural elements. Interestingly, some of these like the Taj Mahal are also one of the wonders of the world, and closer to Mumbai, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, The Victorian and Art Deco Ensemble and the Elephanta Caves are also on the list. On World Tourism Day, here are seven site across India that will leave you amazed

27 September,2022 02:07 PM IST
World Heritage Day: Did you know these facts about 10 iconic sites in Mumbai

World Heritage Day: Did you know these facts about 10 iconic sites in Mumbai

On World Heritage Day 2022, here are some lesser-known facts about 10 historical sites in Mumbai. Pics/Mid-Day Photo team

18 April,2022 06:04 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: On World Heritage Day, a look at Mumbai’s lesser-known historic sites

IN PHOTOS: On World Heritage Day, a look at Mumbai’s lesser-known historic sites

On World Heritage Day 2022, here’s all you need to know about some lesser-known heritage sites in Mumbai. Pics/Midday photo team

18 April,2022 12:59 PM IST

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