78th Independence Day artwork showcases diversity of Indian architecture | Google Doodles
KEY POINTS
- A Google Doodle is a temporary change to the search engine’s logo to celebrate historical events, achievements and figures.
- The latest artwork commemorates India’s 78th Independence Day by showcasing its architectural diversity through doors and windows.
- The first Google Doodle was created in 1998 as an out-of-office message by co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin.
The latest Google Doodle marks India’s 78th anniversary Independence DayOn Thursday, August 15, 2024, the search engine temporarily replaced the logo on its homepage to mark the occasion. The artwork showcases the diversity of Indian architectural heritage through an eclectic series of doors and windows that together form the word “Google.”
What is a Google Doodle?
While regular Google users may be familiar with the concept of a doodle, to the uninitiated it is a non-permanent alteration of the logo.
The change is no coincidence. There is a dedicated Google Doodle team that curates and displays artwork, with themes celebrating special events or holidays, achievements and historical figures.
Previous scribbles
Designed by New Delhi-based artist Namrata Kumar, the Doodle showcased a vibrant mosaic of various Indian textile crafts.
Last year, the August 15 doodle was created by Kerala-based artist Neethi, capturing the joy and excitement of kite flying, a beloved tradition associated with Independence Day celebrations.
Google contextualizes its latest illustration for foreigners and expats using the website in India.
“On Independence Day, many attend flag-raising ceremonies, parades, musical performances, community rallies and more to celebrate. Houses, buildings, streets and cars are decorated with the saffron, white and green national flag, as seen in today’s artwork. Millions of citizens sing the Indian national anthem, Jana Gana Mana (जन गण मन), during all the festivals as well.”
The Google Doodle tradition traces its origins to a 1998 out-of-office message designed by co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin to let people know they were attending the Burning Man festival.
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