News: 29th April is the birth anniversary of the famed Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma(1848-1906). Facts: Raja Ravi Varma was born in Travancore (Kerala).He was patronised by Ayilyam Thirunal, the then ruler of Travancore. Contributions: He is remembered for giving Indians their western, classical representations of Hindu gods and goddesses. He gave birth to affordable… Continue reading Raja Ravi Varma, the painter who helped Indians bring their gods home