Discovery Channel - India on Film (2017) Part 1 Jewel of The Empire

As part of the 2017 UK/India Year of Culture, the British Council and British Film Institute share a unique collection of films documenting the sights and culture of a bygone India.

Filmed between 1899-1947, and preserved in the BFI National Archive since then, these rare films capture many glimpses of life in India, from dances and markets, to hunts and pageantry.

This record of early twentieth century India offers a unique picture of the country and gives eye-opening insight into the people, places, traditions and many famous landmarks.

More history and images available at https://www.britishcouncil.in/india-on-film/ As part of the 2017 UK/India Year of Culture, the British Council and British Film Institute share a unique collection of films documenting the sights and culture of a bygone India.

Filmed between 1899-1947, and preserved in the BFI National Archive since then, these rare films capture many glimpses of life in India, from dances and markets, to hunts and pageantry.

This record of early twentieth century India offers a unique picture of the country and gives eye-opening insight into the people, places, traditions and many famous landmarks.

Part 1 Jewel of The Empire

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