Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute, Research center in Shivajinagar, Pune, India
Description
The Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute is a research center in Pune dedicated to the scientific study of Eastern cultures and Indian philosophy. It houses extensive collections of texts and manuscripts stored in organized archives and library sections.
History
The institute was founded in 1917 to honor a renowned scholar's contributions to Oriental research and promote academic study of Eastern texts. Since its establishment, it has become a leading center for preserving and studying ancient manuscripts from across Asia.
Culture
The institute is named after a respected scholar whose legacy continues through the research conducted within its walls. Visitors can observe researchers working with historical texts in the reading rooms, experiencing firsthand the living tradition of scholarly inquiry.
Practical
The institute is located on Law College Road and welcomes visitors interested in Eastern studies and scholarly research. It is advisable to check beforehand what areas are open for viewing since some collections require limited access for preservation reasons.
Did you know?
The institute preserves some of the oldest Rigveda manuscripts, among the most sacred texts in Hinduism, which have been recognized by UNESCO. These rare documents represent one of the few remaining collections of ancient Indian texts that draw international attention.
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