Tourism
Eco Tourism in Delhi – Delhi By Cycle
July 13, 2019
Cycling seems to be impossible on the roads of Delhi where the traffic seems to get worse with every passing day. A cyclist therefore is a rare sight. Although, you may see some groups paddling during the early mornings but most of them do it out of passion and not with the motiv...
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A stargazing weekend at Stargate Observatory, Raja
March 7, 2019
It’s a thing of the past when cities like Delhi were privileged to wear a clear sky with millions of stars visible by the naked eye. But you can still drive away from the city’s hustle and experience the astonishing view of what we call an ideal sky. One such place was recent...
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Sharjah Light Festival 2019
February 28, 2019
An annual extravaganza, the Sharjah Light Festival is organised every February. Displaying the art and heritage of Sharjah with light and sound shows, it is a rather colourful affair. There are performances by international artists and various other celebrations happening around...
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Interview with Alphons Kannanthanam | Tourism Mini
August 6, 2018
Alphons Kannanthanam, the Tourism Minister of India, talks to Media India Group about the government’s increasing focus on promoting north-east as a destination for both domestic and international tourists. He elaborates on the initiatives being undertaken by the government to ...
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10 PLACES TO VISIT IN LADAKH
March 27, 2018
Surrounded by the mighty Himalayan mountains, at an altitude of 3500m, Leh is a vibrant town in Ladakh in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. After a day of necessary acclimatation, go and explore the region that is mainly inhabited by Buddhists.
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Colours of India – Issue n°22 – January 2018
January 9, 2018
Odisha for the international Sand Art Festival, at the Chandrabhaga Beach in Puri district. Sand art artists from various Indian cities and countries like Mexico, Russia, Germany, Spain, Sri Lanka, Canada, Ghana, and Singapore participated in the event. To experience the rich hi...
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Colours of India – Issue n°21 – December 2017
December 1, 2017
This December, we start our journey from the Himalayan state of Meghalaya as it celebrates the cherry blossom. The capital city Shillong celebrated the various hues of pink with the India International Cherry Blossom Festival that brought together people from all over India and a...
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WTM London 2017 – special interviews
November 7, 2017
Watch what the Indian states have in store for travellers, as the World Travel Market (WTM) London, at Excel London on the Royal Victoria Dock, yet again brings the travel industry together from November 6-8, through its events, content and digital tools, to support the growth of...
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Colours of India – Issue n°20 – November 2017
October 31, 2017
This November, we commence our journey amidst the Diwali celebrations in the capital New Delhi. Spiritually, the festival signifies victory of light over darkness and of good over evil. Hindus across the world observe the festival to celebrate homecoming of Lord Rama, his wife Si...
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Amar Mahal Palace
October 7, 2017
Before its independence, Jammu was the capital for the powerful kings of the Dogra dynasty. Though those elaborate times may have ended, some of their palaces remain the city's most captivating sights.
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Colours of India – Issue n°19 – October 2017
October 7, 2017
we commence our journey with a visit to the Mall Road in Shimla, capital of the North Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, that was constructed during the British colonial rule in the country. Today, with its state library, Christ church, restaurants, cafes and the main offices of m...
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