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Marriott International to launch Ritz-Carlton in Jaipur

Marriott International to launch Ritz-Carlton in Jaipur

March 19, 2024

American luxury hotel operator Marriott International has signed an agreement with a Jaipur-based firm to launch its upscale Ritz-Carlton hotel in Jaipur. According to a press statement, the hotel, set to open in January 2028, is being built in partnership with Gurnani Resorts an...

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Pushkar Mela hit by lumpy skin disease

Pushkar Mela hit by lumpy skin disease

November 14, 2022

Cattle trading is a key highlight of the colourful and vibrant fair Pushkar which is held annually in the holy month of Kartik in Pushkar town, in Rajasthan, around 150 km away from the state capital, Jaipur. The cattle fair is held on the dunes in Pushkar and to which dozens of ...

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Mandore Ganesh Temple: Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with a Rajasthani flair

Mandore Ganesh Temple: Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with a Rajasthani flair

August 31, 2022

For those looking to experience Ganesh Chaturthi with a different flair, Mandore in Rajasthan is an ideal destination. Situated about 350 km west of Rajasthan capital Jaipur, Mandore is best known for its connection with the demon King Ravana who is said to have married a celesti...

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Top five palace hotels in India

Top five palace hotels in India

March 16, 2020

For most people, luxury means royalty and vice versa and luxury tourism has come to gain equivalence with kings and palaces. Though the royalty has long been abolished in India, tourists can still get a kingly feel by opting to stay in one of the several palaces that have been co...

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A wrap up of the 13th edition of Jaipur Literature Festival

A wrap up of the 13th edition of Jaipur Literature Festival

January 28, 2020

Already a benchmark for literary festivals in Asia, the 13th edition of Jaipur Literature Festival that concluded on Monday in the pink city had a lot on its plate. From climate change and socio-economic challenges to regional literature, the festival also addressed the ongoing a...

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THAI Smile introduces exclusive non-stop flights from India to Bangkok

THAI Smile introduces exclusive non-stop flights from India to Bangkok

May 21, 2019

THAI Smile continues to expand its new routes, reinforcing the leading full-service airline in the region with international aviation and service standards and seamlessly connect with the Thai Airways International. Recently, the Kolkata-Bangkok flight, CCU-BKK, has been launched...

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Jaipur et ses « léopards des villes »

Jaipur et ses « léopards des villes »

April 17, 2019

Il est des lieux, dont on soupçonnerait difficilement l’existence, qui témoignent de la formidable résilience de la nature indienne et dont la biodiversité se révèle sur les moindres parcelles de territoires non colonisées par l’homme. Jaipur, aussi connue comme la « ...

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The historic Panna Meena ka Kund in Jaipur

The historic Panna Meena ka Kund in Jaipur

September 5, 2018

  Rajasthan (north Indian state) welcomes people with its gracious history and charming vibes, always celebrating its architectural and spiritual richness with its mystical attraction. Jaipur, its capital city, talks about its historic past and has always been a living orga...

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Jagat Shiromani Temple in Jaipur

Jagat Shiromani Temple in Jaipur

August 25, 2018

  The colourful grandeur of the Pink City of Jaipur is famous for its brilliant architecture, forts, temples, handicrafts, jewellery, bazaars and shopping for textiles. Jaipur city is not only the capital of Rajasthan (north Indian state), but is also considered to be a majo...

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The colourful festival of Teej in Jaipur

The colourful festival of Teej in Jaipur

August 17, 2018

Just as the monsoon arrives in north India, the air is filled with happiness and joy, as the women start preparing for the colourful festival of Teej. The Teej festival is held annually during the Hindu month of Shravan and marks the advent of the monsoon. This festival is celeb...

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Homestays in Coonoor

Homestays in Coonoor

October 31, 2017

A homestay can be quite a rewarding experience – a fun, immersive way to travel and experience places such as Coonoor on the Nilgiri Mountain range in southern India. Authenticity of a travel experience that can bring the taste of life as a local is indeed very special alon...

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AAI Stepping-up Commercial Activities

AAI Stepping-up Commercial Activities

October 31, 2017

With India set to become the third largest aviation market by 2026, the Airports Authority of India is expanding its avenues for revenue generation, from aeronautical to the non-aeronautical arena. Airports Authority of India (AAI) is looking to unleash and tap the commercial pot...

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