Dwelled in a 200-year-old house/ Deeming ecstatic!

in Incredible India16 days ago

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200 years old heritage

Today, I had a rather eventful day, which I will elaborate on tomorrow. However, at this moment, I wish to share a photograph of a house that is over 200 years old.

The purpose of my visit to this house was multifaceted. I am preparing for the inauguration of our project, scheduled for the 18th of this month. Consequently, I was tasked by my cousin with inviting provincial residents
who reside near the project site.

Accompanied by three colleagues, I had the opportunity to capture
a photograph of one of my companions, who possesses a distinctive name:

Star.
She is a delightful and courteous individual.

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While extending invitations, I encountered this remarkable house,
which, from its exterior, resembles a dwelling from a ghost story. The pathway leading to the entrance was made of sand, with bushes lining both sides and rainwater accumulating along the way.

I was filled with curiosity
about the interior of the house. Upon entering, I took several photographs. When the homeowner emerged, I invited him to attend our showroom event on the 18th of September.
In the course of our conversation,
I inquired about the house's age, and the owner confirmed that it is over 200 years old.

I sought and received permission to take additional photographs of the interior, as the house seemed to convey numerous stories. The right side of the house appeared to be a venue for traditional festivals once organised by the great-grandfather of the individual I invited.

The homeowner informed me that many visitors come to the house to take photos, as it has now become a heritage site within the locality. He also mentioned that several filmmakers have visited for shooting purposes.

Due to time constraints, I had to depart from the house;
however, I would appreciate the chance
to revisit and learn more about its history. I sensed that many narratives are encapsulated within each brick of that structure, and it is remarkable to consider its resilience throughout the centuries.

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Carrying many stories from decades

During an era devoid of contemporary infrastructure
like that of the 21st century, early builders prioritised the concept of durability. Unlike today, where products often come with an expiration date, earlier generations crafted edifices with longevity in mind.

It is worth contemplating whether we should respect the craftsmanship of those who constructed this 200-year-old house,
or whether we ought to commend the business strategies prevalent in modern times, which facilitate the easy reconstruction of buildings.

I welcome your thoughts on this matter, so please feel free to share your perspectives in the comments.

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Inside the house

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I was filled with curiosity
about the interior of the house. Upon entering, I took several photographs. When the homeowner emerged, I invited him to attend our showroom event on the 18th of September.
In the course of our conversation,
I inquired about the house's age, and the owner confirmed that it is over 200 years old.

I sought and received permission to take additional photographs of the interior, as the house seemed to convey numerous stories. The right side of the house appeared to be a venue for traditional festivals once organised by the great-grandfather of the individual I invited.

The homeowner informed me that many visitors come to the house to take photos, as it has now become a heritage site within the locality. He also mentioned that several filmmakers have visited for
shooting purposes.

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Due to time constraints, I had to depart from the house;
however, I would appreciate the chance
to revisit and learn more about its history. I sensed that many narratives are encapsulated within each brick of that structure, and it is remarkable to consider its resilience throughout the centuries.

During an era devoid of contemporary infrastructure
like that of the 21st century, early builders prioritised the concept of durability. Unlike today, where products often come with an expiration date, earlier generations crafted edifices with longevity in mind.

It is worth contemplating whether we should respect the craftsmanship of those who constructed this 200-year-old house,
or whether we ought to commend the business strategies prevalent in modern times, which facilitate the easy reconstruction of buildings.

I welcome your thoughts on this matter, so please feel free to share your perspectives in the comments.

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Dear @sduttaskitchen
Really a Captivating Read, Ma’am from @sduttaskitchen!
The Way You describe Pathway & History of this 200 Years Old Heritage House is Really awesome👍🏻.
And also Myself think about same thing when I saw your Thought provoking Question “Do u prefer modern day structure than ancient Craftsmanship”?
I Think we Should Respect Ancient Craftsmanship as they were building Structure which are more durable then current Era & Money cant Buy these kind of Soulfulness.
Wishing you Great Success For Upcoming Project Inauguration On Sept 18th ! 🚀🔥

#s34engagement #s34improvement