Islam
Culture
In Paintings : Muharram and its rituals in 19th century India
Muharram marks the beginning of the new year in the Islamic calendar. It is a month marked by remembrance and deep reflections centred on justice against oppression. The tenth day of Muharram, "Ashura", commemorates...
History
Jama Masjid, Burhanpur : the mosque with inscriptions in Sanskrit and Arabic !
Burhanpur - a small city about 200kms from Indore in Madhya Pradesh lies on the bank of the River Tapti. This historically significant city hardly ever finds itself on a travel bucket list. But...
Objects
Futuh Al-Haramayn : a pilgrim’s guide to Hajj | National Museum New Delhi
Each year, millions of muslims from around the world, gather together to undertake the holy journey, "Hajj". Hajj is also the fifth pillar of Islam, and apart from it's religious significance, it has played...