Anand Mahindra is stunned by this place near Jaipur, Rajasthan; says it’s unbelievably ahead of its time |

Rajasthan is the land of architectural marvels. The royal state is defined by grand palaces, ancient forts and stunning temples. While a number of palaces and forts in Rajasthan have made a mark internationally, few wonders are still waiting to be discovered. And one such marvel is Chand Baori in Abhaneri. Anand Mahindra, the top…

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Who were the Blemmyes: The ‘headless humans’ that terrified the ancient world long before Bigfoot |

The ancient world was full of strange creatures and legends, the most famous being the Blemmyes. Historians like Pliny the Elder and Herodotus chronicled the supposed existence of these ‘headless’ beings; they were described as being seen in the Nubian deserts with human eyes and mouths on their chests. As evidenced by medieval bestiaries, the…

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