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The grand inauguration of Ram Temple in Ayodhya marks a momentous occasion,?giving us a unique?opportunity to witness the creation of an iconic structure during our lifetime. Above all, the beautiful temple showcases seamless convergence of design brilliance, meticulous planning, cutting-edge technology and active community engagement.

As we celebrate this architectural marvel, it sparks a curiosity about the methods employed in crafting our magnificent heritage structures. The value of each piece of our heritage becomes immeasurable, serving as a testament to resilience and ingenuity of our ancestors who overcame various hurdles to create timeless wonders. Every heritage structure of our country stands not only as a symbol of faith but also as a beacon of inspiration, igniting a profound appreciation for the rich tapestry of our cultural heritage.

We at Pleach precisely aim to connect our people to the vibrancy of our past in various ways,

Building of Epic Structure; Ram Temple, Ayodhya

Our Jan Desk

Pleach talk 45

We have had an amazing journey into the Buddhist philosophical trajectory from ?rāvakayāna to Bodhisatvayāna amid Hunnic Turmoil at Ajanta.?

Our expert speaker for this month Dr. Rajesh Kumar Singh brought our attention towards the tangible?evolution of early stupas into the?Buddha and Bodhisattva sculptures, emphasizing the pivotal role of the Hunnic invasions in this transformation.

For insightful perspectives on the historical and ideological shifts shaping Ajanta's cultural landscape,

Watch here

Preserve Heritage For Posterity?

Our Flagship Program

• 1000 years old : Chennakesava temple

Kalyani Chalukyan Period

Location: Polepalli village, Jadcharla mandal, Telangana?

1000-year-old sculptures lying in neglect at the same site

• Jain Caves at Ambapuram?Location: Ambapuram, Vijayawada outskirts

Jain caves dating to the 7th-8th centuries CE, known as Bairlingeswara Swamy temple, featuring sculptures of Tirthankara and Ambika. As per requests the District Administration and Archaeological Survey of India to develop the site as a tourist spot.

Social media desk?

Our digital journeys into Indian heritage

Qutub Complex; A World Heritage Site, where the past seamlessly blends with the present, creating a mosaic of vibrant contrasts.

Join our Monday Motivation for inspiration and let our Pic of the Day series traverse you to heritage's beautiful corners.

Stories Through Objects

Explores the creativity, imagination and perspective underlying design,?where you can explore artifacts from the Pleach collection

Don't miss this #Antiquities Odyssey!!

Silver Portrait coin of ‘Yajna Sri Satakarni’

• The coin features a striking Dravidian artistic style, possibly portraying realistic portraits rather than stylized versions.
• The obverse showcases a bold, Indianized bust with elaborate hairstyles, ponytails and large earrings.
• The bilingual (Sanskrit-Prakrit) legends in Brahmi script reveal governance or trade ties with diverse linguistic groups.?
• Found in the Northern and Western territories, these coins bear the royal 'Ujjain' emblem, six hills shaped, sun and moon on the reverse.
• Yajna Sri Satakarni marked the decline of the Satavahana Empire, while the Western Satraps flourished for another two centuries.

Spotlight

The Unsung Heritage Structures

Shaikpet Sarai and Mosque

Qutub Shahi Period (16th Century CE)

Today, we have several ways of accommodating travelers from all corners of the world. Have you ever wondered how people from our past would have managed in the earlier times??

Close to?the hustle bustle of the high-tech city of?Hyderabad, we have a beautiful traveler's inn built about 400 years ago - ‘Shaikpet Sarai & Mosque’ in Shaikpet, Hyderabad.

This was a traveler's haven for people entering the Golconda empire from neighboring kingdoms such as Bidar, Bijapur, Aurangabad and so on. Constructed between the years 1550-1580, during Ibrahim Qutub Shah's reign, the Shaikpet Sarai(INN) serves as an invaluable historical treasure, (location)

The Sarai (inn) stands as a testament to the Qutub Shahi architectural prowess.?

Let us?glance through?the unique aspects of the structure,

• Adorned with stucco designs and unique pineapple motifs, it is a captivating blend of elegance and mystique. The integration of stone columns, pointed arches and intricate floral designs showcased the artistic mastery of the time.?

• The double-story stone structure, later expanded by Abdullah Qutub Shah in 1633-34, features 30 rooms, accommodation for horses and camels, a mosque and the tomb of an unidentified Sufi saint.

Do you have any more thoughts on the above structure and have heard some local stories about it? We'd love to hear from you!! Also, do let us know if you come across any interesting ‘unsung’ heritage structures.??

We will acknowledge your contribution and bring the structure to focus..!!

Upcoming events?

Pleach Talk 46 (Online)

Join us on Monday : 5 PM, February 12, 2024

Zoom Link

Stay tuned for,

Offline Pleach Talk

Join us at Durbar Hall,?British Residency in Hyderabad

Location

Thank you for being a part of our heritage-loving community!?

Together, let's connect, preserve and cherish our heritage!?

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