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Two kilometres beyond the last motorable road in the Garhwal Himalayas, a story unfolds that…

Interestingly, the quality of sake is an expression of a region’s rice quality—with heavy polishing…

A sleek, black leviathan rests silently on land, its massive form contrasting sharply with the…

Step off the train at Buñol and this Spanish town will snuggle you with its…

An informal, vibrant setting serving sakes and beers with an array of small, tapas-style dishes,…

With its white-washed houses and bright blue-hued doors, flower pots set on its crenelated walls,…

The first thing you notice is the weight of the green. Not the polite emerald…

Forget beach bars and banana boats. Bulgaria’s Anastasia Island, a speck in the Black Sea…

As a group of five Indians enter the main auditorium of the Royal Opera House…

KATHMANDU: Nepal has opened nearly 100 peaks in its remote western region for free climbing…

On a blistering July afternoon in Shantiniketan, guests gather beneath the terracotta eaves of a…

From sourcing ingredients for that authentic mediterranean taste to a kitchen helmed by Afghani chef,…

Tucked into the vast plains of northwest Spain, the city of León emerges like a…

Some places don’t shout for your attention. They simply linger like saffron on the tongue…

Yacht companies are also catering to specific needs of their Indian clientele. Whether it’s installing…

Some 317 kilometers south of Darwin, the mirror-still waters of the Katherine River cut a…

Native Whitstable oysters—flat, earthy, and harvested by hand—enjoy protected status and are loved across Britain.…

The noon heat clings to the cobblestones of Plaza Mayor as the ancient bells of…

Earlier this year, India unveiled Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan—a bold new initiative turning historic and active…

The donkey’s link to Wesel goes back to the 19th century, when the playful rhyme—“Wer…

In Cave One, Devaraja Lena—the Cave of the Divine King—is a massive 14-metre reclining Buddha,…

The traditional Parsi house with European, Hindu and Islamic architectural features has an open courtyard…

In the far north-eastern corner of Kyrgyzstan lies Karakol, the nation’s fourth-largest city. Founded some…

Bicycles glide past rows of colourful houses, bursts of bougainvillea, quaint cafes and elfin boutique…

Dubai has roughly nine expatriate residents for every Emirati citizen. Most of its private sector…

“Someone sipped a cup and said, ‘This reminds me of home,’” she says, recalling the…

The discovery of the precious metal in New South Wales and spreading to other regions…

Aboard the ship, you can’t help but wait with bated breath for a real-life Free…

Nestled in the mist-shrouded hills of Coorg, Evolve Back Chikkana Halli Estate rises from the…

Part archaeological wonder and part landscaped public space, the Al Hili Archaeological Park showcases remnants…

The shift isn’t just a trend—it’s backed by numbers. As per the Tourism Ministry, in…

If you’ve been on the sea for much of your life, it is natural to…

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Opulent, extravagant, over-the-top—even these adjectives can't quite describe the glory of this place: The 120-room,…

The sound of shutterbugs pepper the background as visitors literally hijack every inch of the…

The road leading to the land of the Lisu tribe in Arunachal Pradesh is long…

As one moves deeper into the heart of the city, the architectural masterpiece and decaying…

The biggest draw, however, is the big cats—the jungle has a good population of tigers…

Amid the sun-soaked beaches and bustling bars of Bali, where party-goers often lose sight of…

The stunning Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel has reopened its doors after a glamorous refresh,…

But it’s the dragon’s blood tree that has long captured imaginations, its otherworldly form seeming…

The little bull has many stylised features that have their own symbolisms. For instance, the…

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On a balmy summer evening, the promise of a great view leads you on a…

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Torvehallerne Market in Copenhagen, Denmark, is a great place to start a food tour, packed…

In the heart of Stockholm, where maritime history echoes through wooden beams and centuries-old nautical…

Some places seem untouched by time—where nature unfolds at its own rhythm, far removed from…

A brooding, stone-clad structure looms tall along North Broad Street in downtown Philadelphia. The Masonic…

Between the 6th and 3rd centuries BC, the capital city of Dadan rose to great…

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Who would have thought that cycles could win wars? In 1942, during World War II,…

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Good Friday is a day of remembrance and reflection. But Mousehole, a picturesque fishing village…

The thrill peaks further at Al Mughsail Beach, with its famed and ancient blowholes created…

Spot the common pochard, black kite, white-throated kingfisher, and other waterbirds. Or, take a leisurely…

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As the summer sun shines brighter every passing day, I am reminded of my winter…

I magine an Instagram-worthy sunset over tranquil backwaters, with a sky full of stars. As…

The Rise of Silent LuxuryTravel, once synonymous with indulgence—lavish hotels, fine dining, and adventurepacked itineraries—is…

When Sajal Dubey, a 27-year-old Dubai based businessman, boarded an Air India flight with his…

Whimsical rock formations are the first thing that captivate visitors in Goreme, a quaint village…

London has long been defined by the river that runs through it. In Victorian times,…

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Local food makes the experience come alive on your taste buds, with aloo pitika packed…

Wedding tourism is also a rapidly growing sector, with Indian couples increasingly choosing Malaysia for…

The best view of Spain’s ancient capital Toledo is from Mirador del Valle—a lookout point…

On the Whitsuntide weekend (a bank holiday in mid-June) of 1952, students Brian Varley and…

In Pune, she trained under Yogini Gandhi of the Lucknow gharana for almost 17 years…

English philosopher Herbert Spencer’s theory of evolution, popularised by Charles Darwin argues survival of the…

In 2013, Zian Bhamgara, stage name Zian B, had just returned from studying jazz vocals…

The creative directors at label Satya Paul have brought a travel-ready collection for those who…

It’s three in the afternoon at the iconic French Quarter of New Orleans in the…

Tucked away from the well-worn tourist paths of Madhya Pradesh’s Kanha and Bandhavgarh lies Satpura’s…

A little further on, Dhanushkodi, the ghost town, holds its own poignant allure to the…

Marc Dujardin, in his study, From Living to Propelling Monument, writes: “Contrary to most medieval…

Imagine a stretch of road flanked on both sides by the waters of the Arabian…

Traditionally, vacation itineraries were packed with daytime activities—visiting monuments, basking on sun-soaked beaches, exploring bustling…

As the setting sun glimmers on the baroque cathedral at the Old Town Square at…

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Majuli has been screaming for attention. It is the world’s largest inhabited river island and…

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Manicured gardens and green lawns, historic stone archways, and a rustic greenhouse spread across 68…

Geraniums, roses, palm trees, azahar (orange blossom) and bright bougainvillea bob their heads in terracotta…

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Cleanliness begins at home. In 2017, Dawa Choden Bhutia, the panchayat president of Phadamchen village…

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In the scenic coastal village of Dombe near Karnataka’s Byndoor, a homestay comes alive in…

As you sit down with Armenian painter Lusik Aguletsi’s family—the artist was often called the…

Walking through the narrow alleys and cobblestoned lanes of the town, one comes across patrician…

A group of Spanish tourists is engrossed in admiring a timber-crafted house in the town…

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One of the oldest cities in Scandinavia and home to the world’s oldest amusement park,…

Garima Sinha, a 32-year-old marketing professional and avid traveller from Noida, made an unusual decision…

Sleep early, wake up early” is the motto of the enthusiastic guides at the Satpura…

Walking the narrow cobblestone streets with houses with green shutters on either side, is the…

Make no mistake, Barcelona is a walking city. And only by doing so do you…

India has few destination restaurants. Naar, a cozy, 16-cover one-of-a-kind restaurant in a tiny village…

Right at the start, a few guests want to give up. But instructor Adnan eggs…

The Daunt bookstore almost diverts attention from the substantial collection of volumes it is stocked…

The first official photograph ever of a tank in action is at the Battle of…

Charming historic houses cling to the wooded hillside, lining the steep cobbled street that snakes…

A vast expanse of wasteland, rugged and hostile, filled with colours of the earth—black, grey,…

To grab a fantastic view, visitors have to climb up a cobblestone path made of…

Imagine waking up to the cacophony of peacocks and the faint sound of waves crashing…

A jungle hare caught in the headlight of safari jeeps stops momentarily to rear up…

“Har har Mahadev...Har Har Mahadev...”Each time you feel it is impossible to take another step…

In 1765, Jassa Singh Ahluwalia defeated Afghan invader Ahmad Shah Abdali in the Battle of…

A striking pagoda with cantilevered wooden roofs, towers above Bhaktapur, a royal city in the…

Building it up: Galle’s British and Dutch colonial architecture exhibit similar order and symmetry. The…

A drive to Srirangapatna that sits along the Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway is a car metaphor. You…

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A teenager wearing black shorts and a pink T-shirt is about to start hiking to…

Travelling to Lyon from Paris is taking a two-hour train ride to the Medieval Ages.…

Tiger lore at the reserve includes stories about how Maya, the current queen of Tadoba,…

The hotel is designed by Singaporean DP Architects, who strove to highlight the brand’s history…

Back at the camp, a leisurely camel safari awaits. At a giant communal yurt made…

Steep craggy cliffs climb skyward, puffed-up clouds scatter through the sky, and the wind thrusts…

In early spring when the sun peeks out from behind the Aravalli range looming over…

Interestingly, ruin pubs have a short history—they are only two decades old. In the 20th…

Back to the roots’ is the ethos of Ezha, which in Malayalam means ‘thread’. Three…

The Northeast of India, and its neighbour Myanmar aka Burma is knitted with secret forest…

Egypt’s illustrious history is the protagonist in a one-of-a-kind drama that unfolds within the thick…

Taking a walk means diffrent things in different places. Insta Reels show off the thrill…

A sunflower field catches your eye as you drive towards Shilimb village in Maharashtra. The…

She adds, “Its unique keel petal requires birds to make an effort to reach the…

As winter fades away and spring approaches, Japan eagerly awaits the annual delight of cherry…

A little detour from the main Ramnagar-Nainital road changes the perspective completely. The drive to…

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During the Mughal Empire and British colonial period, Gujarat’s Saurashtra region was divided into about…

High-speed trains have revolutionised surface transportation, let alone railways around the world. A high-speed rail…

Situated amidst the lush hills of Uttarakhand, Mussoorie and Landour stand as quintessential hill stations,…

Hay-on-Wye wasn’t always known as the ‘town of books’. Bookseller Richard Booth, the self-proclaimed ‘King…

The thrill of chancing on a wild cat from the open jeep keeps one alert…

Blue should be the national colour of Bhutan. The clear skies in the backdrop of…

Green trees as far as the eye can see. Blue skies an expansive canopy above.…

How do you spend an afternoon in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain? You could grab your…

At The Chavni, the soft golden hue of the setting sun welcomes guests to the…

Enter the Food Court, the barbecued smell of kebabs, aromatics, and other dishes will make…

Hua Hin - Rewire your system in Hua Hin, Thailand’s wellness epicentre. Hua Hin, which…

The location is easily accessible by road from the Mandi Bus Station and Srinagar International…

Concerts have always been big business, but with people traversing oceans for their favourite artistes,…

For a country roughly the size of Tasmania in Australia, Sri Lanka has a surprising…

No meat. No alcohol. Also forbidden were ‘Ten Cereals,’ consisting of rice, wheat, soybeans, adzuki beans,…

Where did old farmhouses, stables, bakehouses or barns in Switzerland, which were replaced by modern…

The property also arranges for drives around the picturesque Kohka Lake and backwater safaris, besides…

Then there are over a century-old luxury department stores such as Galeries Lafayette and Printemps that have…

Following the latter, the jail was visited by its most famous resident, Mahatma Gandhi, who…

But the high price of the product inhibits a scale-up. “The cost is five times…

Technological innovations and modern entertainment in the 20th century, however, ushered in profound changes, making…

Exiles can be long if they have a cause. Nupur Tron, founder and director of…

“One of the things that makes the art and culture scene in Philadelphia so wonderful…

It is a scenic drive to Turkestan from Shymkent in Southern Kazakhstan, about 680 km…

Watching the northern lights is like seeing a miracle unfold. It’s as if the cosmos is…

B for Bonn. B for Boring. So it has been said of West Germany’s former…

Kutaisi is surrounded by UNESCO sites, monasteries and caves. Gelati monastery, founded in 1106, used…

Straight out of our mindscape of fairyland. Live in a mushroom shaped cave, shop for…

Alongside a murmuring brook, a gentle uphill trail dissolves from a brown, muddy one to a…

The last decade has seen some talented global artists play at the festival such as…

About 10 km away from the memorial is Nyamirambo, one of Kigali’s oldest neighbourhoods, dominated…

Sitting on the northern tip of Lake Zurich and bound by the River Limmat, the…

Famous as the site of the Potsdam Conference in 1945, when the UK, US and…

Tipai has an osmotic relationship with nature, and at times the guest can be forgiven…

One of the best things to do in Sindhudurg is to go fort-hopping—the Nivati fort,…

Are the Danes happier than the rest of the world? Perhaps; Denmark consistently ranks among…

Long walks along winding roads, gabled colonial bungalows and magnificent churches, quaint cafés and bakeries…

A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Siddipet, 100 km from Hyderabad, is teeming with crowds,…

Uttarakhand’s most revered city—Haridwar—is surprisingly a case study in art and architecture. Aside from the temples…

When in Stockholm, set stock by Swedish design. It pervades everything and every place—the cafes and…

At Ham Ninh fishing village, you can watch locals go about their sepia-tinted lives. Enjoy…

Fabric stores have a whimsical marketing strategy; their owners will always be found outside, calling…

With peaceful mountains around, fast Internet and restaurants serving multi-cuisine food, there are many who…

The 6,000-plus crowd which thronged the confluence of music, art and wellness over the course…

Don’t miss the Orbeliani Baths, the iconic blue-tiled bathhouse, which is known for its stunning…

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