Travel and Architecture Archives - RTF | Rethinking The Future https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/category/travel-and-architecture/ Architecture Awards | Courses | Magazine Tue, 28 Nov 2023 04:47:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.1 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cropped-rethinkingthefuture-favicon-1-32x32.jpg Travel and Architecture Archives - RTF | Rethinking The Future https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/category/travel-and-architecture/ 32 32 Museums of the World: CSMT Heritage Museum https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a11523-museums-of-the-world-csmt-heritage-museum/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 07:00:55 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=445601 Formerly known as the Prince of Wales Museum, The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya or the CSMT museum in Mumbai was established in 1905 during British rule in India. This museum safeguarding India’s heritage is nestled in South Bombay (now called Mumbai) and deploys exhibits ranging from pre-historic times to contemporary times unveiling the rich [...]

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]]> Museums of the World: Mehrangarh Museum https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a11502-museums-of-the-world-mehrangarh-museum/ Thu, 23 Nov 2023 07:30:21 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=445202 Perched majestically on a rocky hill in the city of Jodhpur, Rajasthan, the Mehrangarh Museum stands as a beacon of the region’s cultural heritage and architectural splendor Mehrangarh Museum Trust (n.d). I embark on a captivating journey through time, uncovering the intertwining narratives of art, design, and architecture that define the Mehrangarh Museum’s legacy. Background [...]

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]]> Museums of the World: Maratha History Museum https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a11442-museums-of-the-world-maratha-history-museum/ Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:05:57 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=444538 With the motto of ‘Har Har Mahadev,’ the Maratha Empire was established by one of the greatest sons of mother India – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in 1674 with Raigad as the capital city of the kingdom. In the 17th century, this Hindawi Swarajya governed most of India, which only grew to be bigger and stronger [...]

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]]> 10 unexplored places architects and designers must explore https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a11433-10-unexplored-places-architects-and-designers-must-explore/ Sat, 18 Nov 2023 06:45:18 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=444325 Architects, designers and enthusiasts of history are all bound by their common love for the unknown and unexplored. We are constantly fascinated by the unfathomable depths of nature and mankind, and their creatios. Our shared passion extends beyond creating and building; it encompasses a love for travel and exploration. This article enlists a list of [...]

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]]> Cultural Significance of Japanese Architecture https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a11395-cultural-significance-of-japanese-architecture/ Fri, 17 Nov 2023 06:27:01 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=443918 Japan being the epicenter of cultural balance and technological advancements has proved to have a tremendous impact on the world. Not only has Japanese culture taken elements from other places but it has evolved into something entirely different with perfect harmony. Every culture around the world has its unique point of distinction and so does [...]

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]]> Museums of the World: Alwar Museum https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a10975-museums-of-the-world-alwar-museum/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:41:39 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=436234 Nestled amidst the historic city of Alwar in Rajasthan, the Government Museum houses the city’s exquisite past and its richly refined culture. The museum is an enigmatic blend of architectural ingenuity, refined artifacts of the olden times, and the nostalgic traditional design of the Rajasthani folk culture. Situated in a beautiful garden called the Company [...]

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]]> Museums of the World: Kangra Art Museum https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a10974-museums-of-the-world-kangra-art-museum/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:35:28 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=436221 Museums symbolize our nation’s history, culture, and aesthetic heritage, preserving historical treasures for future generations. The Kangra Art Museum in India is one of the world’s most underrated museums, attracting art lovers and historians with its remarkable collection. Located in the abode of mountains Himachal Pradesh‘s Kangra Valley, it is an architectural marvel that symbolizes [...]

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]]> Museums of the World: Himachal State Museum https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a10961-museums-of-the-world-himachal-state-museum/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 05:53:56 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=436060 India is home to around 3000 museums. Most of the museums are located in the major cities of India like Delhi, Chennai, and Kolkata. Himachal State Museum, located in Shimla and which opened its doors in 1974 is heavily influenced by colonial architecture. During the British Raj, the place served as Lord William Beresford’s summer [...]

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]]> Museums of the World: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a10936-museums-of-the-world-chhatrapati-shivaji-maharaj-vastu-sangrahalaya/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 04:45:06 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=435622 “The Museum of Western India composition. The real reason why it is so is that it was instructed that the design should be Indian…’ – George Wittet” There has invariably been a lack of agreement between “architects’ and museologists” ideas about what a museum building should look like.  As a result, a museum building ought [...]

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]]> Museums of the World: “Blades of Glory” Cricket Museum https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/travel-and-architecture/a10931-museums-of-the-world-blades-of-glory-cricket-museum/ Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:48:02 +0000 https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/?p=435349 Cricket Cricket is an extraordinary sport but apart from being just a sport, cricket is a celebration. It is an emotion that binds the whole nation together. Cricket was invented during 17th century in England. Today, a lot of countries play this sport but there is no denying that nobody worships cricket like the Indians [...]

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