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World's oldest musical instrument - 35,000 years
Nicholas Conard and his team of archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery in the field of music by unearthing a flute that is about 35,000 years old. Touted as the oldest handcrafted musical instrument, the flute had to be assembled from 12...
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Ancient Indian palm leaf books make an eco-friendly alternative for paper
Unlike their Western counterparts using papyrus scrolls, ancient Indians quoted down their knowledge on palm leaves or 'bhoorja-patra' that were available in abundance in their tropical land. Palm leaves are water and moisture resistant, sturdy and...
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