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Can the Earth be covered in gold?
Covering the entire planet in gold probably sounds like the aspirations of the ancient oligarchs who swam around in far too much wealth.
Golden treasures of Padmanabhaswamy temple
While some sail the seven seas in search of ancient treasures, India has its own little treasure coves hidden across the land, often out of reach.
Tughlaq’s failed experiment
The 14th century sultan, Muhammad Bin Tughlaq, known as the “Man of Ideas,” is considered to be one of the most striking Sultans of medieval India.
Gold dishes of the world
Food items around the world that use gold as an ingredient and how much gold they contain
What makes Kerala a Gold Lover's delight
A look at the special relationship Keralites share with gold
Gold turns glass Ruby red
When you visit medieval churches in Europe, be sure to look at the stained-glass windows, which are works of art in themselves.
Ancient Egyptians preferred gold orthodontics dentures
If you had lived in ancient Egypt, the braces in your mouth would have been golden.
Can gold helps symptoms of arthritis?
The earliest medical use of gold can be traced back to China in 2500 BC.
All the Earth’s gold comes from meteors
Film maker James Cameron’s spectacular Avatar – and his much earlier film Aliens – were both built around stories of exploring other planets for precious metals.
Golden entrance of Sree Poornathrayeesa temple
One of the eight royal temples of the former Cochin Kingdom is the eminent ancient temple of Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple.