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Not Just a Hill Station: Munnar Earns Spot Among Asia’s Top 8 Rural Escapes list

Good news has arrived from Kerala s lush hills Munnar has secured the seventh spot in Agoda s Asia s Top Rural Escapes list Long loved by Indian travelers the hill station is now enjoying international recognition for its scenic beauty tea gardens and immersive rural charm The ranking based on Agoda s survey of travel searches between February and August places Munnar alongside some of Asia s most idyllic getaways This achievement reflects a growing trend in tourism where travelers are choosing experiences rooted in peace authenticity and connection with nature over commercialized attractions More Than Just Another Hill StationMunnar has always had a special place in the hearts of travelers but it offers something beyond typical hill station vibes The rolling tea gardens mist-clad valleys hidden waterfalls and cool climate create a serene atmosphere unmatched elsewhere Unlike fast-paced tourist hubs Munnar allows visitors to slow down sip freshly

17 Sep 2025
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City of Lights: Kolkata’s Heritage in a New Glow

Kolkata the former capital of British India is home to an eclectic mix of architectural styles Its streets are lined with colonial buildings churches Hindu and Jain temples and the former residences of freedom fighters and merchants Each structure tells a story of the city s cosmopolitan past reflecting influences from Armenian Portuguese Greek and British cultures Among the most recognizable is the General Post Office GPO building a -year-old neoclassical masterpiece Its towering Corinthian columns and iconic dome dominate the heart of the city Nearby the Raj Bhavan formerly the British Governor s House stands as a grand symbol of colonial architecture nbsp The Magic of Night IlluminationThe Kolkata Illumination Project brings these historic structures to life after sundown Buildings like the Queens Mansion built by an Armenian builder in the early th century and the Geological Survey of India s neoclassical building are transformed under soft LED lights

16 Sep 2025
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From Scrap to Sculpture: India’s First Waste-to-Wonder Park Opens In Noida Soon

On September the city of Noida will take a significant step in combining sustainability with recreation The Noida Authority is set to inaugurate the Noida Jungle Trail a one-of-its-kind Waste to Wonder Park located in Sector along the Noida-Delhi-Faridabad border and adjacent to the Okhla Bird Sanctuary Spread over acres the park is inspired by Delhi s Waste-to-Wonder and Bharat Darshan parks but introduces a new concept centered around wildlife and habitats Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is scheduled to inaugurate the park coinciding with his visit to the city Sculptures Made from ScrapAt the heart of the park are nearly sculptures depicting animals birds and even dinosaurs all crafted from over tonnes of iron scrap and plastic waste This creative transformation of discarded material into art reflects the power of recycling and innovation Visitors will find themselves surrounded by life-sized creations that blend imagination with awareness making the

12 Sep 2025
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Not Souvenirs, But Status Symbols : India’s First Heritage Craft Mall Opens in Delhi

On its opening day The Kunj in Vasant Kunj Delhi drew a line in India s cultural history Backed by the Ministry of Textiles and inaugurated by Union Minister Giriraj Singh along with Minister of State Pabitra Margherita the launch wasn t just another ribbon-cutting It was a declaration that India s artisan heritage deserves to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the world s most celebrated luxury labels For the first time a permanent premium space has been dedicated exclusively to Indian handlooms and handicrafts bringing artisans into the luxury spotlight Why The Kunj MattersFor decades Indian crafts have been displayed at fairs temporary exhibitions or in museum corridors While spaces like Dilli Haat celebrated them crafts were often relegated to bargain counters or seen as ethnic curios for tourists The Kunj changes that narrative By positioning crafts in a luxury environment the message is clear these are not trinkets but treasures

12 Sep 2025
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Walking on Air: India’s Longest Glass Skywalk to Open in Visakhapatnam!

Visakhapatnam known as the Jewel of the East Coast is ready to add another sparkling attraction to its tourism map Next week the city will unveil India s longest glass skywalk bridge atop the scenic Kailasagiri Hills Stretching meters the bridge is set to offer breathtaking views of the Bay of Bengal the Eastern Ghats and Vizag s vibrant cityscape This engineering marvel is more than just a structure it represents a fusion of modern adventure tourism and natural beauty making Vizag a must-visit destination for thrill seekers and nature lovers alike Record-Breaking LengthUntil now Kerala s Vagamon glass bridge measuring meters held the record for India s longest glass bridge The Kailasagiri bridge surpasses it by a significant margin securing its place as the country s longest hanging glass bridge At meters in length it is not just a walkway nbsp it is an experience that combines the thrill

8 Sep 2025
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A Night of Wonder: Rare Blood Moon Eclipse to Light Up Indian Skies!

The universe often surprises us with spectacular sights and September - is set to be one of those nights As the clock ticks past PM the Moon will slowly slip into Earth s shadow transforming from a silvery orb into a glowing sphere of red Known as a Blood Moon this total lunar eclipse will last for nearly hours and minutes with the total phase visible between PM and AM IST For skywatchers in India from Delhi to Chennai and Mumbai to Lucknow it promises to be an unforgettable moment Why the Moon Turns RedThe term Blood Moon might sound dramatic but the science behind it is both simple and fascinating During a total lunar eclipse the Earth comes directly between the Sun and the Moon blocking sunlight from directly reaching the Moon s surface However Earth s atmosphere bends some sunlight especially longer wavelengths of red and orange light

6 Sep 2025
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Inside the World’s Largest Private Residence: The Legacy of Lakshmi Vilas Palace

In the heart of Vadodara Gujarat stands a marvel that has withstood the test of time for years the Lakshmi Vilas Palace Commissioned in by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III and completed in the palace is not merely a royal residence but a symbol of India s cultural exchange during the colonial era Spread across an astonishing million square feet it is considered the world s largest private residence ten times larger than Turkey s White Palace and times the size of Buckingham Palace The Vision of a MaharajaMaharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III one of the most progressive rulers of his time envisioned a palace that would represent both the might of Baroda and the spirit of cultural openness He entrusted British architect Major Charles Mant to design the structure in the Indo-Saracenic style a fusion of Indian Islamic and European elements Mant however passed away before the palace was finished The

4 Sep 2025
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Where the Lord Touches the Skies: The World’s Tallest Standing Ganeshji

Every year as a child I would wake up to the fragrance of fresh flowers the rhythmic beats of the dhol and the sight of my family lovingly decorating a clay idol of Lord Ganesha at home The festival was not just about rituals it was about togetherness joy and a reminder that obstacles can always be overcome with faith Years later while scrolling through travel photographs I was struck by a magnificent image not from Mumbai Pune or Hyderabad but from Thailand There rising above lush green landscapes stood the world s tallest standing statue of Lord Ganesha That moment reminded me that Ganesha s blessings are not limited by geography they resonate wherever hearts call upon him A Giant Born from DevotionLocated in Chachoengsao province of Thailand about an hour s drive east of Bangkok the world s tallest standing Ganesha statue is an awe-inspiring sight While India

28 Aug 2025
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Garuda Wisnu Kencana: A Towering Tribute to Hindu Heritage on Krishna Janmashtami

On this Krishna Janmashtami while temples across the world glow with lamps chants and festive colors another grand tribute to Hindu heritage rises thousands of miles away the Garuda Wisnu Kencana GWK statue in Bali Indonesia This copper and brass masterpiece the world s largest statue of Lord Vishnu stands meters tall including its -meter pedestal and depicts the deity riding his faithful mount Garuda The image of Lord Vishnu the preserver of the universe sitting atop Garuda is not just an artistic marvel but a powerful reminder of dharma righteousness and protection themes that resonate deeply during Krishna Janmashtami a celebration of Lord Vishnu s eighth avatar Krishna The Magnificent Scale and CraftsmanshipDesigned by renowned Indonesian sculptor Nyoman Nuarta the GWK statue took years to complete finally being unveiled in At tonnes it outweighs many of the world s most famous landmarks surpasses the height of the Statue of

16 Aug 2025
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