Parchin kari, or pietra dura in Italian, is the art of marble inlay, which involves carving out marble slabs and inserting precious and semiprecious stones to create elaborate floral and geometric ...

As dawn breaks at the Tajview Agra, an IHCL Seleqtions hotel, the first slivers of sunlight peek into my suite on the fourth floor. Pulling back the curtains, I"m met with a breathtaking view—the Taj ...

From making epic mountainscapes out of semi-precious stones to highlighting marginalized communities through her work, this artist’s mission is simple: to pay homage to the world that we inhabit. Her ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's gift of a marble chess set to Russian President Vladimir Putin has boosted recognition for Agra's artisans. The chessboard, similar to the inlay work found in the Taj ...

5 stunning Mughal monuments in IndiaThis UNESCO listed monument made of marble and inlay is among the gems of Mughal architecture. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife ...

AGRA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s gesture of gifting a marble chess set from Agra to Russian President Vladimir Putin ...

The chessboard, crafted from stone with intricate inlay work, is similar to the traditional techniques used on marble in Taj Mahal.