19th-Century Himalayan Drawings Exhibit Opens in Nainital
Rare 19th-century Himalayan drawings go on display in Nainital
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A week-long exhibition titled ‘Himalayan Encounters’ showcasing rare 19th-century drawings of the Himalayas has opened at CRST Inter College in Nainital, Uttarakhand, India. The exhibition, featuring the work of the Schlagintweit brothers, runs from May 12 to 18 and is free to the public.
- 01The exhibition features historic drawings by the Schlagintweit brothers, German explorers from the 19th century.
- 02It is held at CRST Inter College in Nainital, which is itself around 165 years old.
- 03Entry to the exhibition is free and open daily from 11 am to 7 pm until May 18.
- 04Lectures at the opening ceremony highlighted European exploration's impact on Indian heritage.
- 05The exhibition is part of Nainital's rich historical legacy.
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The ‘Himalayan Encounters’ exhibition opened on May 12 at CRST Inter College in Nainital, Uttarakhand, India, showcasing rare 19th-century drawings by the Schlagintweit brothers, who were German scientists and explorers. This week-long event offers free entry to the public and will run until May 18, with visiting hours from 11 am to 7 pm. The exhibition was inaugurated by Justice Ravindra Maithani of the Uttarakhand High Court, accompanied by lectures that explored the contributions of European explorers to the understanding of the Himalayas. Professor Hermann Kreutzmann from Freie Universität Berlin discussed the German role in Himalayan exploration, while historian Shekhar Pathak reflected on the contributions of Pundit Nain Singh Rawat, who accompanied the Schlagintweit brothers. Anup Sah, a Padma Shri awardee, expressed his admiration for the collection and acknowledged Pathak's efforts in bringing the drawings to India. Commissioner Deepak Rawat emphasized the importance of the exhibition in preserving Nainital's historical legacy.
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The exhibition enhances cultural appreciation and historical awareness among residents and visitors in Nainital.
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