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The land of frescoes: Shekhawati in Rajasthan
May 17, 2018
The north Indian state of Rajasthan used to be the the land of kings and the pride of Rajputs and Marathas, which is why the state is adorned with palaces and forts hosting a wide variety of architectural styles.
Read MoreInterview with Sulaiman Suip, Director (North & East India) Tourism Malaysia
April 16, 2018
Malaysia has declared 2020 as the Visit Malaysia Year and India is a clear focus of that campaign. With a target of securing one million Indian tourists, the country has relaxed the visa regime for Indian travellers and is focusing on Indian families. It is also going beyond metr...
Read MoreOff the Beaten Path in Moscow
April 16, 2018
Russia is full of mysteries and adventures, especially for thrill-seeking wanderlusts with a penchant for historical quest. Take a tour along the narrow lanes and hidden paths of the Russian capital, Moscow, to satisfy the quirksof an inquisitive mind.
Read MoreTales from Beautiful Bahrain
April 16, 2018
Whether it is historical ruins, speeding cars, scintillating souks or extravagant shopping sprees, the ‘spicy’ nation does not disappoint. From being the centre of trade routes to a destination for adventure, Bahrain takes tourists on an unforgettable ride.
Read MoreJourney to the Mystical Land: Beyul of Pemako, Arunachal Pradesh
April 10, 2018
The valley of Beyul in the Pemako area is located in the Upper Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh. This earthy paradise of Buddhist pilgrimage is hidden in the lap of Himalayas.
Read MoreSrinagar: From flowing water to flowing flowers
April 2, 2018
India is full of spectacular places and Srinagar cradled in the heart of Kashmir Valley, is one of them. Located in the northern Indian state of Jammu & Kashmir, the city boasts of snow clad mountain peaks, colourful flower gardens, waterfalls, lakes, shrines and monuments.
Read MoreRajputs’ pride: Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan
March 17, 2018
Many of us have heard of the Great Wall of China but very few know the second longest wall in the world is located in the west Indian state of Rajasthan. We are talking about the Kumbhalgarh Fort, which extends to the length of 36 kilometers is also known as the “Great Wall of ...
Read MoreWondrous Surajkund Mela in Delhi
February 16, 2018
Annually organised by the Haryana Tourism Department, 2018 marked the 32nd year of the Surajkund Craft Mela. The fair goes on for 15 days, and this year it was held from February 2-18.
Read MoreThe nuances that make the City of Joy
January 31, 2018
As we set foot in Kolkata, we realised there was so much to see in the ‘city of joy’; after all, it is not by chance that the city got the moniker, it earned it.
Read MoreShangri-la, Dubai
January 22, 2018
While visiting Dubai, a tourist is spoilt for choice – be it for shopping, dining or selecting a hotel depending on the length and purpose of stay. Strategically located within a five-minute walking distance from the World Trade Centre, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dow...
Read MoreAmazing Thailand Tourism Year 2018
December 21, 2017
In a bid to race past the competitors, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched a campaign using the catchphrase ‘Amazing Thailand’, that has been a popular marketing slogan for nearly 20 years. TAT has announced 2018 as the Amazing Thailand Tourism Year thereby o...
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