A 175-year-old wooden temple in Vadodara was nearly forgotten, then the family behind it began restoring its carved heritage

In the heart of Vadodara, a 175-year-old teakwood temple is being meticulously restored by the Mairal family. Engaging skilled craftsmen, they aim to maintain the ancient techniques of teakwood carving. Built in 1849 by Gopalrao Mairal, the temple is rich in history, featuring age-old illustrations and folklore surrounding a secret tunnel. Excitingly, it is on the path to gaining UNESCO World Heritage designation.

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