Three heritage cities that were coveted in their pomp, but are now forgotten

Former capitals, lovingly built, objects of pride, coveted and fought over – for their strategic importance, wealth or prestige. And now, forgotten! April 18th, World Heritage Day, is the occasion when people tend to look at UNESCO World Heritage sites. Today, let’s break that stereotype by plunging into some of India’s forgotten heritage locations, from across different periods of the past.