Only history to bank on... The district of Chitradurga, with its rich historical past, is fraught with problems. Fast depletion of ground water, sharp decline in agricultural produce and the lack of educational institutes have only contributed to the backwardness of the district. If only the authorities concerned popularised the historical Chitradurga fort and improved the infrastructure of the district to attract tourists... Satish Shile reports.
Hidden from the eye The little known Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple near
Devanahalli is a masterpiece of Dravidian architecture, writes Sanjeev Palamand.
A forgotten fort? The historic Devanahalli fort remaining in a neglected state is a fact not to be taken lightly.
Juicy treats for the eye The moment Harish Kumar of Shimoga spots the fruit, he thinks of the shape he can give it with his deft fingers.
Art with a touch of tradition The family which learnt this art decades ago started with festoons, mats and wall hangings.
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