There has been a rise in inbound travel for spiritual purposes in India, primarily driven by Mahakumbh 2025 and similar experiences
The Queen Mother was accompanied by members of the Bhutanese royal family
This grand gathering does not only hold spiritual significance but is also set to be a platform to boost global tourism
his exclusive train will operate through Coldplay’s much-awaited shows on January 18, 19 and 21 offering fans a hassle-free and eco-friendly way to get to the venue at D.Y. Patil Sports Stadium, Navi Mumbai
Residents in Kyoto have complained of disrespectful tourists harassing the geisha like paparazzi in their frenzy for photos, as well as causing traffic congestion and littering
Indian travellers are preferring offbeat destinations this year, prioritising locations that offer a wide range of experiences
According to Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh, more than 55 police stations have been set up along with 45,000 police personnel being deployed for the fair
The sadhu Pramod Giri Maharaj follows this by applying ash to his body and sitting by the sacred fire for meditation. The notable aspect is that the number of pots he uses increases daily
The Mahakumbh is being celebrated after 12 years, and over 45 crore devotees are expected for the event. During the Mahakumbh, devotees will gather at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, to take a holy dip believed to absolve sins and grant moksha (liberation)
The strength of a country's passport is dependent on how many countries allow visa-free access to its holder. The index includes 199 passports and 227 travel destinations
The move comes as part of a broader strategy to increase the state's tourism and promote spiritual travel throughout the year
For 75 per cent of Indian travellers, the process of planning a trip can feel overwhelming - almost as much as figuring out their relationship goals
The move comes as part of a broader strategy to increase the state's tourism and promote spiritual travel throughout the year
09 January,2025 01:05 PM IST | Uttarakhand | ANIFor 75 per cent of Indian travellers, the process of planning a trip can feel overwhelming - almost as much as figuring out their relationship goals
08 January,2025 07:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAccording to Skycscanner's latest report, one in three Indian travellers (31 per cent) are inspired by affordable travel destinations, while almost one in four (23 per cent) are motivated by knowing the cheapest places to visit
08 January,2025 03:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe exact percentage of the upfront payment will be determined by factors such as the airline, travel sector, and the advance purchase window
08 January,2025 01:48 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIChina has reclaimed its position as the top source of visitors in Thailand followed by Malaysia and India
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The 10th Tamil Nadu International Balloon Festival, will take place across three cities and towns in the state of Tamil Nadu: Chennai (Jan 10-12), Pollachi (Jan 14-16), and Madurai (Jan 18-19)
07 January,2025 04:44 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
While the temperature in Agra was recorded at 12.4 degree Celsius at 8 am on Monday morning, a severe cold wave continues to grip Varanasi and the broader Purvanchal region
06 January,2025 01:01 PM IST | Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | ANI
While many tourists visited Agra to see the majestic Taj Mahal, they could barely see the monument because it was covered in a thick fog. However, that did not stop them from clicking classic tourist-y pictures while there
06 January,2025 12:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mahakumbh is set to be presented as a cultural heritage of humanity, highlighting its spiritual, historical and cultural significance
04 January,2025 08:22 PM IST | Prayagraj | mid-day online correspondent
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Bringing much joy to the tourists, services of the iconic Matheran-Neral mini toy train resumed after a short break in the monsoon season. The train, with a history of over 150 years covers around 20 kilometres of journey, offering people a scenic route through the small hill station. Swapnil Nila, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CRPO) of Central Railways said that the train was stopped on June 8th because of the monsoon season and was started on November 6. The train reportedly transports 600-700 passengers on average every day. This toy train starts from Neral and ends at Matheran and takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete. The elevation starts from 40 meters above sea level and then steadily climbs to 850 meters at Matheran. The train usually runs twice from Neral to Matheran from Monday to Friday and offers six shuttle services from Aman Lodge to Matheran.
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