So, now the question was – where to start? After a lot of hard research, and meaningful insights from our informal mentors –Delhi by Foot, we narrowed down to a place that required attention.
But first, the
backstory… Mansi and I live in the suburb of Gurgaon. For those who do not know,
Gurgaon is about 20 kilometers from New Delhi, the capital. It is known as the
Millennium city- a town of skyscrapers and malls. However, barely any of the
“Gurgaon-ites” are even aware that monuments exist in close proximity of our
city.
Yes, barely 15
kilometers from the city lies the town of Farrukhnagar, a place which has
monuments- and fascinating ones- yet it is not on our list of must-see places.
Why? Because no one, including many of the locals are aware of the existence of
any such monuments. Imagine living next to a place from where a king once ruled
and not even knowing about it!
We are aiming to raise
awareness and initiating preservation at places like Farrukhnagar so that one
day, with our collective efforts their restored beauty and history will
interest the world, create opportunities for the locals and most importantly,
make us proud of having played a small part in preserving our collective
heritage.
Coming Up Next: Farrukhnagar –
Uncovering Our First Diamond in the Dust…
Excellent work! While I have lived in Gurgaon for 10 years, I wasn't aware of Farrukhnagar!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment!
DeleteEven we had not heard of Farrukhnagar before we started our research. It has been quite an interesting find and we have learnt a lot through this project.
We hope you enjoy the upcoming posts, as well!
Maanya
We also feel for the neglected heritage value sites that we see whenever we travel outside capital. It brings us hope that young students like you are taking time out for the cause.
ReplyDeleteTender words in the Poem takes the cause to a different level though.
Good luck!
--Ranjan
Dear Ranjan Uncle,
DeleteThank you so much for liking the blog and the poem. It is really encouraging for us when we read comments such as yours.
I hope you enjoy the upcoming posts as well.
Thank you once again,
Maanya
You have done complete justice to your project Maanya. We are a country of many but little known treasures. I was surprised that such a monument can exist near India's most developed suburb. Great finding! Showed your work and the poem to my daughter. She loved it!
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Dear Hayat Uncle,
DeleteThank you so much for your appreciation for our project. Please thank your daughter from my side, as well. I think it is very nice that even someone her age appreciates what we are doing.
Thank you once again and I hope that you enjoy the upcoming posts as well.
--Maanya
What a terriffic initiative Maanya! It''s so well written. I would love to go with you on your next historical site trip, if you would take me???
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DeleteThank you so much for liking the blog! It really means a lot to us.
Of course I'd love to take you on our next trip. I'll keep you posted on the upcoming dates, if you'd like.
Thank you again,
Maanya
Maanya - very well written. Delighted to see that young citizens such as yourself are not only getting interested but also generating awareness about our own heritage. Makes people like us very hopeful about the times to come then. Keep it up girl! Cheers.... Lakshmi Kanchaan
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DeleteThe fact that you liked the blog and took the time to comment on it means a lot to us! We hope you enjoy the upcoming posts as well!
Thank you once again,
Maanya
Great initiative Maanya and Mansi. Wonderful steps taken ...keep up the great work! And loved your poem Maanya! Very well expressed. Good luck!
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DeleteIt is really encouraging to read comments such as yours.We are very happy that you liked the blog and hope that you enjoy the upcoming posts as well.
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Maanya
Very good work!!! Infact i go my to my village every Sunday via Farukhnagar which another 25 Kms from Farukhnagar (Jhajjar) There are number of similar Monuments in Jhajjar not properly documented. Very good Initiative. Kindly also have a look at one gate which connects Farkhnager and Jhajjar, which is scratched by high body trucks !!!
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Thank you for your comment!
DeleteIn fact, we were looking at Jhajjar as one of our options for our pilot project but decided to start with Farrukhnagar instead. Hopefully, if things work out well here, we can plan our next project at Jhajjar. We have not seen the Jhajjar Gate as yet, but will be sure to include it in our next visit!
Thank you once again and I hope you enjoy the upcoming posts as well!
Maanya
Kudos to both of you for such a thoughtful initiative !
ReplyDeleteWould love to join you for the next trip !
Best,
Shuchi
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DeleteWe are really happy that you liked the blog! We will be sure to take you along for the next trip! Mansi and I can update you on the next dates, if you like.
We hope you enjoy the upcoming posts, as well!
Maanya
Hats off to you both for bringing out such a dyeing treasure. I came to know about it through Delhi heritage Photography club. I appreciate your effor and willing to be there in case of any help.
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Altamash