Jun 21, 2024 11:59 AM IST

International Yoga Day 2024: 8 Must-visit Yoga hubs in India

International Yoga Day 2024: There are many different Schools of Yoga in India. On the 10th International Yoga Day, earmark these key centres of yoga for your next wellness holiday.

May 08, 2024 02:25 PM IST

Agrasen ki Baoli in New Delhi: What modern architects can learn from the ASI protected Indian stepwell

Among the must-see places in central Delhi, Agrasen ki Baoli was made entirely of natural rocks and stones. It's an example of how using local building materials pays off in the long run. It also demonstrates the usefulness of public spaces created to provide relief from the summer heat.

May 08, 2024 02:04 PM IST

6 dolls to see at Kaladevi Doll Museum in Mysuru, Karnataka

South India got its first doll museum in Mysuru with the opening of Kaladevi Doll Museum at Ramsons Handicrafts store that has over 3000 dolls on display. Here's what to see in the Mysore doll museum.

Mar 29, 2024 01:52 PM IST

In pictures | 6 things to do in Orchha, Madhya Pradesh

With forts, palaces, temples, and a bit of river rafting, Orchha in Madhya Pradesh has options for history buffs as well as adventure seekers. Here are six things to do in the town on the banks of Betwa river.

Mar 29, 2024 01:09 PM IST

5 ways to explore Gwalior, the UNESCO city of music

Swadesh Darshan: When in Gwalior, don't miss Gwalior Fort, Man Mandir Palace, Saas Bahu Temple, Jai Vilas Palace Museum and kachoris and malai kulfi at Sarafa Bazaar.

Mar 09, 2024 01:35 PM IST

6 best places to visit in India for colourful Holi celebrations

Holi 2024 is on March 25, a Monday. Make the most of the long weekend, by planning a trip to Vrindavan, Mathura, Jaipur, Pushkar, Shantiniketan, or Udaipur.

Mar 08, 2024 08:23 PM IST

Maha Shivaratri 2024 – Visit the 12 Jyotirlingas

Maha Shivaratri is celebrated as an ode to several legends associated with Lord Shiva. 12 reasons to visit the 12 Jyotirlingas.

Feb 17, 2024 01:40 PM IST

6 finest spring festivals in India and abroad

Don't miss Amrit Udyan in Delhi, open till March 31; Canberra Commonwealth Park during Floriade; Thailand's Songkran Water Festival, which is all about fresh starts; and more spring festivals around the world.

Feb 03, 2024 08:29 PM IST

Hampi Art Labs to open near UNESCO Heritage Site, encourage artist interaction with local communities & landscape

Hampi Art Labs arts centre to open this month; combines art galleries, art studios and artist residencies with support for heritage as well as experimental arts.

Jan 20, 2024 02:03 PM IST

Travel 2024: A trip to Varanasi transports you back through layers of time

Pilgrimage sites of India: Much like Ayodhya, a multitude of people are heading to this ancient temple town, a historic city that has fascinated pilgrims and tourists for centuries.

Jan 13, 2024 07:38 PM IST

101 guide to Goa's islands, bazaars, bakeries, taverns, trails, heritage walks

Travel guide 2024-25: When in Goa... what to see, eat, buy, do in Goa beyond the beach parties and the bar hopping.

Jan 07, 2024 02:20 PM IST

In Austria, coffee with a side of history

Viennese coffee houses and their associated culture were put on UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage in 2011. Legend has it that coffee was first brought to Austria by the Turkish army some 340 years ago.

Jan 07, 2024 01:15 PM IST

Why Indian travellers return to Singapore — again, and again

Indian passport holders can get a Singapore visa in three to five working days. That, combined with Singapore's sights, food, ease of getting around and resonance in areas like Little India, keeps Indians going back.

Nov 26, 2023 04:02 PM IST

8 European cities that are even more charming in winter

With sprawling Christmas markets, traditional music concerts and awe-inspiring Christmas shows, these European cities are ideal for winter holidays.

Oct 01, 2023 05:34 PM IST

Nostalgia in Bandung, Indonesia: Journey to the birthplace of the Non-aligned Movement

Indonesia's Gedung Merdeka (Independence Building) houses a permanent exhibition dedicated to the April 1955 Asia-Africa conference, being the very building where the meeting took place.

Sep 30, 2023 07:36 PM IST

36 hours in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh

Maheshwar is an unexplored destination, known for the river Narmada, the Ahilya Fort, artisanal heritage, and Malwa Maratha history.

Sep 27, 2023 03:59 PM IST

World Tourism Day 2023 | 8 Indian cities and hill stations to explore over a long weekend

These Indian destinations have good weather and unique attractions, perfect for a quick getaway!

Sep 23, 2023 02:33 AM IST

What you need to know about the Hoysala temples of Karnataka, now on the UNESCO World Heritage list

The Hoysala temples of Belur, Halebid and Somnathapura are the best representatives of the Hoysala temple style of the 12th and 13th centuries today. They have finally made it to the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Sep 03, 2023 03:51 PM IST

Krishna Janmashtami 2023 | Udupi: things to do on an offbeat trail

Often referred to as the Mathura of the south, Udipi is arguably one of the best places in India to witness the festivities associated with Krishnashtami.

Sep 03, 2023 09:03 AM IST

Boats, baths, and beyond: Geneva in the summer is both for business and leisure

In summer, life in Geneva revolves around the water.

Jul 23, 2023 06:53 PM IST

An ode to Telangana's Telia Rumal

At the Gajam Govardhana Telia Rumal Art Gallery in Hyderabad, a National Award-winning master weaver is keeping traditions alive.

Jul 23, 2023 10:06 AM IST

Can I travel on the Orient Express, the train in Mission: Impossible 7?

The short answer is yes, if you can afford it. Additionally, the French Hospitality group Accor is set to relaunch what it calls the original Orient Express. Accor’s Orient Express is set to chug along in 2024, just in time for the Paris Olympics.

Jun 11, 2023 07:19 PM IST

Ancient tomb city of Hegra is Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage site

With 110 well-preserved tombs and majestic sights of sandstone mountains, Hegra gives you a glimpse into the historical significance of the ancient Nabataean civilisation

May 27, 2023 11:44 AM IST

Travel in the footsteps of Adam Smith in his tercentenary year

Adam Smith was born in 1723 in Kirkcaldy, a small port in Scotland. He attended university at Glasgow and Oxford, and then lived in Edinburgh till his death in 1790.

May 27, 2023 08:12 AM IST

Singapore’s Peranakan culture: What to see, shop, and eat in Katong and Joo Chiat

Strolling through east Singapore’s Peranakan district reveals a blend of cultures.