Cultural Study Tours
Experiential Cultural Tourism
Among its other activities, Mango Tree conducts Cultural Study Tours to archeological sites and craft destinations. A combination of intellectual succour and philosophical fulfilment, its study tours weave for the sensitive itinerant the magic of myth with the power of history. Participants are assisted to view the historical or craft sites through the eyes of scholar guides and understand them through researched lectures given during the tour. An in-house publication is also shared with each participant.
Some of our tours…
-
![]()
Laos & Vietnam
Accompanying Scholar: Dr. Freddie Matthews
8-Day Journey Through Art, Culture & History -
![Large painted statue of a goddess or deity, with a golden face, decorative jewelry, large earrings, and a crown with multiple images of other deities. The statue is surrounded by flowers, candles, and offerings.]()
Sacred Landscapes
Accompanying Scholar: Dr. Freddie Matthews
A 7-Day Journey Through Ladakh’s Buddhist Art and Monasteries -
![A large ancient stone circular structure with a domed roof, decorative carvings, and stone pillars, located in an open park area with pathways and trees under a blue sky.]()
The Language of Symbols: An Introduction to Artistic Metaphor and Meaning in Early India.
Accompanying scholar: Dr. Naman P. Ahuja
Madhya Pradesh: Manav Sangrahalaya Bhopal, Sanchi, Stupa, Udaygiri caves, Bhimbedka.
-
![Eight red and white Chinese paper cutout-style figurines of Buddha arranged in two rows.]()
Ashta Vinayak Circuit
Accompanying Scholar: Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik
A breathtaking adventure through the history and story of the 8 temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha.
-
![Interior of a Buddhist temple with statues of Buddha and disciples, decorated with intricate paintings and colorful details.]()
Buddhist Sites on the Silk Road (China)
Accompanying Scholar: Dr. Freddie Matthews
Longmen Grottoes, Bingling Temple, Matisi Monastery, Yulin, Dunhuang and Mogao caves.
-
![The Potala Palace, a large white and red building complex, perched atop a mountain against a partly cloudy sky, with a busy street scene at the base and a golden Buddhist monument in the foreground.]()
Roof of the World (Tibet)
Accompanying Scholar: Dr. Freddie Matthews
Norbulinka, Yamdrok-Tso, Lake Mansarovar, Potala Palace, Jokhang, Tashilumpo, Kumbum-Palkhor Chode, Dunkar-Piyang caves, Traparang.
-
![Ancient temple complex with five tall, intricately carved stone towers at sunset, surrounded by palm trees.]()
Cambodia
Accompanying Scholar: Olivier Cunin
Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & the Bayon, Kbal Spean, Bantey Sri, Neak Pean, Sra Srang, Ta Prohm, Preah Khan, Ko Kher, and Beng Melia.
-
![]()
Karnataka
Accompanying Scholar: Prof. John Fritz
Hampi, Paddakal, Aihole, Badami.
-
![Historical brick building with arched entrances and a rounded dome, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.]()
Terracotta Temples of Bengal
Accompanying Scholar: Ashish Chakraborty
Accompanying Crafts Expert: Ruby PalchoudhuriShyama Raya, Jor Bangla, Radha Shyam, Lalji, Krishna Balram, Nikunja Bihari, Kesari Rai, and more.
-
![A woman wearing colorful traditional clothing sits on the floor, crafting beadwork on a vibrant embroidered fabric with various colors and patterns.]()
Kutch, A Craft Haven (Gujarat)
Accompanying Scholar: Ms. Judy Frater
Tangaliya weaving center, Little Rann of Kutch, Kala Raksha, Ajrakpur-Shrujan Museum, Weavers in Bhujodi, Bandhani Artisans, and more.
Cultural Study Tour Testimonials