University’s history students became aware of the history and architectural methodology of temples

Jagdalpur: “World Heritage Week” is being celebrated from Tuesday November 19 to 25, 2024 all over the world. Efforts are made to increase awareness about our heritage and culture. So that people develop a deep understanding about this subject. This time the theme of the World Heritage Week programs is ‘Discover and experience diversity’. On this occasion, the History Department of Shaheed Mahendra Karma University Bastar Jagdalpur organised an educational tour of the ancient Vishnu Temple, Narayanpal and Shiva Temple, Chhindgaon located in Lohandiguda development block to make the M.A. students aware of the historical heritage of Bastar. Guest lecturers Dr. Bhenu and Dr. Vishnu Singh, who were leading the tour team, said that the purpose of this educational tour was not only to show the heritage of Bastar, but also to provide practical knowledge of the elements related to the relationship between monuments and tourism as per the syllabus.

These two historical monuments are protected by two different government institutions, one by the state and the other by the centre. Despite being from the same dynasty, they are unique works of art of different periods, different architectural styles and religions. This is a great example for the students so that they can easily understand the nuances of the ancient historical importance of Bastar. This educational tour was organised under the guidance of the Head of the Department, Dr. Sukrita Tirkey. Among the students, Omprakash, Jayanarayan, Jyoti, Khushboo, Mahuya were included in the tour group.