Aaj ke Ladakh se kal ke Mahabalipuram tak... Burhanpur se Taj Mahal, ek safar jise Mumtaz Mahal ne marne ke baad tay kiya. Aapko sab tarah ke historical kisse milenge yahan. Come join Rana Safvi, a renowned historian and author, for a journey through the chhoti chhoti galliyan of the unknown India, in her podcast Anjaane Raaste. This is an HT Smartcast Original.
Fri, January 08, 2021
27: Taj Mahal: The Mughal Masterpiece In this episode of Anjaane Raste, Rana Safvi takes you to one of the seven wonders of the world, Taj Mahal. Did you know that it was initially called Roza-e-Munavvara? Tune in to uncover and witness some hidden shades of one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage from the Mughal Era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 01, 2021
26: Chandni Chowk: A shopper's delight since 1650 Chandni Chowk was built in the 17th century by Shahjahan. But did you know that it was designed by Jahanara? In this episodes, from the blueprints of the market square to Gurudwara Sis Ganj, from the Town Hall all the way to the Ghantaghar, come experience this fascinating time-lapse, designed by none other than, Rana Safvi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 25, 2020
25: Christmas Special: St. James Church on Kashmiri Gate This Christmas come let's find some warmth & solace in a surprisingly quiet corner of the ever-so-busy Kashmiri Gate Area in Delhi. In this episode, Rana Safvi not only takes us to the St. James Church but she also helps us transcend time by narrating the story of Col. James Skinner, who built this quaint piece of architecture back in 1836. Tune in to take the tour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 18, 2020
24: Aligarh Muslim University Founder's Day Sir Syed Day is celebrated by Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) and its alumni every year on 17th October in the memory of its founder Sir Syed Ahmad Khan. In this episode, Rana Safvi narrates the life story of one of the greatest Islamic reformist and philosopher of nineteenth-century British India. Tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 11, 2020
23: Khajuraho : Heritage site of India In this episode of Anjaane Raaste, Rana Safvi takes you through the famous Khajuraho temples of Madhya Pradesh that have been hogging the limelight every now and then for various reasons. Tune in to this episode to visit the heritage site of India. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, December 05, 2020
22: Mahabodhi Temple : Site of Buddha’s Enlightenment In this episode of Anjaane Raste, Rana Safvi takes you to one of the four holy sites related to the life of the Lord Buddha, and particularly to the attainment of Enlightenment or Bodhi. Tune in to uncover some great truths about the most impressive structure from the Gupta Era Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 27, 2020
21: Bhangarh: the most haunted fort in India In this episode of Anjaane Raaste, Rana Safvi will take us through Sariska Palace and all the historic and natural beauty around it. She will also narrate tales of how Bhangarh fort in Alwar district became a ghost building. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 20, 2020
20: Shahjahanabad: The soul of Delhi Shahjahanabad was a walled city, and some of its gates and parts of the wall still stand. The romance of the bazaars of Delhi can be experienced at its best in and around Chandni Chowk and its by lanes. One such lane is Kucha Seth. In this week's episode, Rana Safvi will take you through two iconic temples in Kucha Seth popularly known as Chota Jain Mandir and Bada Jain Mandir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 13, 2020
19: Children's Day: The story of our heroic queen On this Children’s day, Rana Safvi walks you through Jhansi to dig deeper into the story of our fearless queen to celebrate her meritorious act of bravery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 06, 2020
18: Ajmer and Khwaja Garib Nawaz Ajmer is a home to enormous tourist spots and Ajmer Sharif Dargah adds cherry on the cake. This city is a beautiful bouquet of culture and harmony. Lets witness the mesmerizing shades of Ajmer with Rana Safvi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 30, 2020
17: Bhopal: The City of Lakes Bhopal, also known as city of lakes has been a city of rich and fascinating history. The city is crowned with glorious mosques. Lets visit the heart of Madhya Pradesh with Rana Safvi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 23, 2020
16: Lothal : Most accessible site of Harappan era16: लोथल : हड़प्पा युग का सबसे सुगम स्थल Lothal is one among the handful cities that dates back in Bronze Age. It is one among the most accessible sites of Harappan era. In this week's episode, we'll travel back on the pathways of the ancient city with Rana Safvi, exploring its geography and bygone times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, October 18, 2020
15: Ladakh: Journeying the Land of High Passes World's coldest desert Ladakh is acknowledged for its spell-bounding landscapes and prosperous culture. Ladakh is a union territory in the northern region of India. In this week's episode, we'll travel amidst the cold waves of Ladakh with Rana Safvi, exploring its geography and deliciousness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, October 11, 2020
14: Jahanara Begum: Most powerful woman in Mughal Empire Jahanara Begum was the eldest child of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal. Also, she has been the most powerful and influential woman of the Mughal Empire. Her life was always crowded with problems. In this week's episode, we look in on Jahanara Begum's journey with Rana Safvi and learn more about her power and influence in Mughal Empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, October 04, 2020
13: Porbandar: Witnessing Gandhi Ji's Childhood Join Rana Safvi as she narrates her stopover in the residence that witnessed the evolution of a child into Mahatma. People appreciate Mahatma Gandhi, but handful of them recognize his villa. Lets visit his residence and learn more about his early life that laid a concrete foundation of a man who marched India to freedom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, September 27, 2020
12: Agra: Through the eyes of Taj Ganj Our eyes are always fixated on the Taj Mahal when we visit Agra, very few times there are moments we get to look at the city through the narratives of the Taj and its neighboring areas. The monument has a very fine detailed work done by artisans that eventually settled around the Taj. In this week's episode, we take through the streets of Taj Ganj with Rana Safvi and learn more about the people who made the Taj Mahal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, September 20, 2020
11: The impregnable Kangra Fort Forts are accustomed to being raided by the enemy as a sign of victory, very few forts claim to be impregnable. In today's episode, Rana Safvi takes us to one such fort which has seen only one dynasty take the throne. The impregnable Kangra Fort. Tune in and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, September 13, 2020
10: Lucknow: The city of the Awadhi Nawabs In this episode, Rana Savi walks us through a very special place, one close to her heart and her identity. Brought up in this city, she takes you through the streets via her personal narratives. Join her as she tells us the tales of Lucknow, its various monuments, and significant buildings. Tune in for a peek into the city of the Awadhi Nawabs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, September 06, 2020
9: Feroz Shah's Palace | Feroz Shah Kotla | Part 2 Continuing from last week's story about Feroz Shah, his conquests, and his magnificent palace. Join Rana Safvi as she enthralls you with the story of Feroz Shah and how Feroz Shah Kotla came to being. Tune in and take a walk through the history of this monument. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, September 01, 2020
8: Firoz Shah's Palace | Firoz Shah Kotla | Part 1 Every king is known to have constructed a lavish palace for themselves, in this week's episode we venture into one of these few remaining palaces in the city of Delhi. Join Rana Safvi as she enthralls you with the story of Firoz Shah and how Firoz Shah Kotla came to being. Tune in and take a walk through the history of this monument. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, August 23, 2020
7: Tales from Bareilly | Chunna Miyaan The city of Bareilly has a very rich history full of tales and stories. In this episode, we look into one of the many stories coming out of the city. The story of Chunna Miyaan and his generosity. Come along, let's imagine the lanes of Bareilly and take a peek into this noble individual's contribution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, August 16, 2020
6: Main Shahjahanabad hun | An autobiography of a forgotten city The story of the city established by the King Shahjahan, named after him. Shahjahanabad, the earstwhile name of what we now call Old Delhi. Rana Safvi takes us back to the glorious days of the city, which is now an urban slum. Tune in and be mezmerized. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, August 09, 2020
5: Mahabalipuram, the city of 'Great Power' | On Caves | Part 2 From being mentioned in the Periplus of the Erythraean Sea, in 1st century AD to being included as a world heritage site by UNESCO today, Mahabalipuram still holds great magic in its stones. Tune in with Rana Safvi @iamrana, a renowned historian and author, to find out if this feeling holds true for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, August 09, 2020
5: Mahabalipuram, the city of 'Great Power' | On Chariots | Part 1 From being mentioned in the Periplus of the Erythraean Sea, in 1st century AD to being included as a world heritage site by UNESCO today, Mahabalipuram still holds great magic in its stones. Tune in with Rana Safvi @iamrana, a renowned historian and author, to find out if this feeling holds true for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, August 02, 2020
4: Fan Request | Begum Samru, Benaami se Badshahi Inka asli naam to koi nahi jaanta. Par Meerut, Uttar Pradesh ke Sardhana state ki malika thi ye. Zeb-un-Nisa, Farzand-e-Azizi, Farzana aur Joanna - after Joan of Arc - bhi inke hi naam hain. This episode about Begum Samru has been requested by a fan! Rana Safvi ke saath hum bhi ummeed kartein hain ki aapko ye kahani pasad aayegi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, July 26, 2020
3: 250 B.C. ka Akhand Bharat | The Birth of Ellora Caves (Part-2) Kailasa Temple is the largest and one of the most beautiful temples at the Ellora Caves. Aaiye suntein hain, iss cave mein, devi-devtaon ki carvings ke peeche ki kahani, Tune in only with Rana Safvi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, July 26, 2020
3: 250 B.C. ka Akhand Bharat | The Birth of Ellora Caves (Part-1) Kya aapko pata hai ki India mein kam-se-kam 1200 caves hain, jinmein se 1000 sirf Maharashtra mein hi hain? Aaiye, let's experience the beauty of the Ellora Caves with the renowned historian and author, Rana Safvi today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, July 19, 2020
2: 1820 ki Dilli | Mughal's visit to Mehrauli Mirza Jahangir ne kyu kisi ka mazak banaya? Or kaise uss baat ko ghumaya gaya? Join Rana Safvi @iamrana, a renowned historian and author, as she narrates the story of Mughal's visit to Mehrauli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, July 12, 2020
1: Burhanpur se Agra | Mumtaz Mahal's final journey Mutaz Mahal ne Burhanpur mein dam toda aur wahin dafna di gayin. Par, Taj Mahal to Agra mein hai? Join Rana Safvi @iamrana, a renowned historian and author, as she solves this bittersweet mystery of Mumtaz Mahal's final journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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