Talk:Forts in India
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[edit] Castles in UK
I had the opportunity to visit some of the castles in UK and would like to record my impressions for the benefit of those who have not got the exposure.
The castles are wonderfully maintained. Even such historical parts, which are little more than a heap of rubble, are superbly preserved. The more modern parts are well laid out with properly maintained gardens and excellent house keeping. There are places of rest, where those feeling tired of walking around can take some time off.
Who does all that? You expect the Archaeological department or some such government department to do it. Well no, it is mostly private effort and the money is raised through admission fees, sponsorships and donations. They charge heavily and still people crowd in. Everybody is so proud of heritage and history.
Almost every place has a wonderful glossy brochure, detailing its history and specialities. People readily pay for them and take them home. Most places also have an audiovisual show. The one at Urquhart Castle in Scotland left me stunned. I just cannot wipe it from my mind. It was blown off and the ruins stand on the shores of Loch Ness. Given an opportunity, I would like to go back and view it again. There usually is a souvenir shop. Tourists like to pick up mementoes. Many have special guided tours. Warwick Castle, now run by Madame Tussauds, has an array of wax models recreating life of the period.
The son et lumiere show in Delhi’s Red Fort is certainly charming. I have sat through both the Hindi and English versions many times, but then it was created by the best talents in the country in the euphoria of the years after independence. We do not have many such shows. Maybe, we should think about more. I am sure that the idea will catch on and people would be willing to pay for good informative entertainment.
We have plenty of wealth and treasures strewn all over the country. It is time to organise them properly.
The quality of information on these pages here can improve substantially, only if we are conscious about it all. And what about photographs? Who does not have a camera now-a-days?
I have a small advice for those who wish to write about forts. Please go through some of the pages about the castles of UK – Windsor Castle, Dover Castle, Warwick Castle, Edinburgh Castle… -- P.K.Niyogi 13:32, 31 August 2006 (UTC)
