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Tripura: Where to see Unakotiswara Kal Bhairava, the 30 ft sculpture of Lord Shiva's head in North-East India?
Unakoti in Tripura is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site tentative list. Its Shiva sculptures and bas reliefs carved into hillsides, 170 km from Tripura's capital Agartala, are not incredibly beautiful, but also steeped in history and mysticism.
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Lakshadweep: All eyes on the islands of a hundred thousand charms
Isolated and underrated, the ecologically sensitive Lakshadweep is a treat for the senses, be it a tranquil seaside holiday or an adrenaline-packed adventure, but requires careful treading and thoughtful tourism.
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36 hours in Abu Dhabi, UAE, soon to be new home to the largest Hindu temple in West Asia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Abu Dhabi's BAPS Hindu Mandir, the first traditional stone temple and the largest Hindu temple in West Asia, on Basant Panchami (February 14, 2024). While in Abu Dhabi, don't miss the stunning natural vistas, beaches and seascapes - all set against a backdrop of understated luxury.
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36 hours in Ahmedabad, a microcosm of vibrant Gujarat
Often mistaken for Gujarat’s capital, Ahmedabad is actually the state’s beating heart, and its commercial and cultural capital that offers visitors mesmerising experiences.
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Beyond Ayodhya Ram Mandir, 7 most spectacular Ram temples in India
As the entire country’s focus shifts to Ayodhya and the inauguration of the Ram Mandir, it is apt to cast a look at some of the other iconic Ram temples in the country.
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36 hours in Ayodhya, beyond the Ram Mandir
Piety, heritage, culture and the ambience of the lovely Sarayu river effortlessly mingle in this ancient city that is the cynosure of all eyes in the country.
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The future with Artificial Intelligence: AI-ming for enhanced travel experience
In astonishingly little time, Artificial Intelligence has swept through the travel industry and significantly transformed it by improving processes up and down the chain. Indications are it is going to get all the more ubiquitous.
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6 last-minute New Year’s eve visa-free destinations for Indians
More and more countries are welcoming Indian travellers by removing visa restrictions; if you haven’t yet decided on your New Year plans, you just pack and go to these six countries.
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15 places to spend the New Year's eve in India
Stuck for new year inspirations? Here’s a list of places that have something for every kind of soul.
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36 hours in Kozhikode, city of 550 libraries
While spices, stunning beaches, Vasco da Gama and delectable food compete to define Kozhikode, its latent strength lies in the written word, making UNESCO include it in its Creative Cities Network for literature.
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36 hours in Gwalior, city of music
Royalty and musicality vie for attention in this ancient city which has been recently included in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network for its pre-eminence in music.
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36 hours in Kannur, Kerala
Kannur on the Kerala coast often goes unnoticed but is the perfect getaway that combines a hefty dose of culture, heritage and seaside musings.
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6 places in India to see the best Dussehra celebrations
India’s diversity has led to a plethora of ways of celebrating the same festival.
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6 places, in India & abroad, for the best views of the Northern Lights & Southern Lights
The surreal natural phenomenon is magical and worth the effort to travel.
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World Tourism Day 2023: 6 German cities for choicest beers this Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest has come to be associated with unfettered beer-drinking, street parties and having a good time. Munich and these other German cities have the best editions. On World Tourism Day, September 27, plan for a quick trip next month.
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World Tourism Day 2023: Finland in a nutshell through its Pohjola Route, or northern route
On World Tourism Day, September 27, thinking of the 900-km Pohjola Route, which, with its various attributes and landscapes, is evocative of the whole country.
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Bullish on India | What food sustainability and upcycling food waste will look like in India by 2047
Bangalore-based chef, food researcher and waste upcycler Elizabeth Yorke says we are limited by our imagination in tackling food waste.
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Independence Day 2023: 7 iconic places from India’s freedom struggle to visit
There can be no future without the past. These seven pivotal places of import are our tangible heritage and documents of lived history that marked the turning points in India's independence movement. The vision for 2047 is to visit, witness, absorb and preserve them.
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Independence Day 2023 | Vision@2047: Will India have sustainable urban transport?
Karnataka-based HS Sudhira, director of Gubbi Labs, says, by 2047, nearly half of the country's population will live in urban areas. This calls for separate focus on non-million-plus cities and an urban transport policy that is sustainable, equitable and resilient to climate-change disasters.
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5 best Indian train journeys to enjoy the monsoons
There are several ways to soak in the monsoons, but none is as fulfilling as train journeys as they combine stunning scenery with the romance of the railways.
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7 places on the Karnataka coast to experience monsoon
From little known fishing hamlets to well-known temple towns, here are seven places for a quiet and dramatic monsoon break.
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How Germany’s Bremerhaven, once a city of farewells, is attracting immigrants
The seaside German town of Bremerhaven is a typical harbour town except for a fascinating distinction — it is the town from where 7 million Germans emigrated. Today it welcomes migrants with open arms.
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Long Weekend | 36 hours in Bonn, Germany
Germany’s erstwhile capital, Bonn, might be the symbol of democracy and diplomacy but it is an understated city that brims with art, culture and history. Above all else is the unconditional love for its illustrious son, Beethoven.
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7 things to see in Egypt, which gives Indians a 30-day visa on arrival
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day state visit to Egypt, the land of pharaohs, pyramids, deserts and ancient temples that is stunning and overwhelming at the same time.
