देश के इन 36 खूबसूरत गाँवों को मिला सर्वश्रेष्ठ पर्यटन ग्राम 2024 का सम्मान
भारत की ग्रामीण धरोहर और प्राकृतिक सुंदरता को बढ़ावा देने के लिए 27 सितंबर 2024, को विश्व पर्यटन दिवस के मौके पर भारत सरकार के पर्यटन मंत्रालय ने देश के 36 गाँवों को ‘सर्वश्रेष्ठ पर्यटन ग्राम 2024’ पुरस्कार से नवाज़ा। यह पहल 2023 में शुरू की गई थी, जिसका उद्देश्य ऐसे गाँवों की पहचान करना था जो सामुदायिक मूल्यों, सांस्कृतिक धरोहरों और प्राकृतिक संपत्ति को संरक्षित और संवर्धित करने में अग्रणी भूमिका निभा रहे हैं। इस प्रतियोगिता के दूसरे संस्करण में देशभर से 991 गाँवों ने हिस्सा लिया, जिसमें से 36...
Discover Malarickal: Kerala’s Hidden Gem
Looking for a serene getaway this September? Nestled in the heart of Kerala, away from the city's hustle and bustle, is Malarickal, a charming hamlet in Kottayam district. Known for its captivating beauty, Malarickal offers a tranquil escape like no other. While the village is surrounded by lush paddy fields and tranquil backwaters, it becomes a true spectacle during the post-monsoon season, from late September to October. This is when Malarickal transforms into a vibrant wonderland, blanketed in a stunning sea of pink as the Nymphaea Stellata, or water lilies —...
Top 8 Krishna Temples in India You Must Visit
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Top 10 Family Vacation Destinations in India
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Eravikulam National Park: Fascinating Facts for Wildlife Enthusiasts
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Kozhikode named India’s First UNESCO City of Literature
Kozhikode, Kerala, is basking in celebration today as it marks a historic milestone by becoming India's first city to be designated as a UNESCO City of Literature. This significant recognition, officially announced at 5:30 PM at the Kandamkulam Muhammad Abdu Rahiman Memorial Jubilee Hall in Tali, Kozhikode, on October 31, 2023, highlights the city's rich literary heritage and cultural significance. In the next four years, Kozhikode will host an array of literary and cultural activities to honor its new status. Iconic locations like Mananchira, Tali, and Kuttichira are set to become...
6 Stunning Mountain Towns in India for a July Getaway
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Kerala’s Champakkulam Boat Race 2024 to Commence in June
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Discovering the Sacred Sita Temples Across Asia
The timeless saga of Rama and Sita extends far beyond the borders of India, resonating in the cultural tapestries of Nepal and Sri Lanka. In this exploration, we unravel the mystique surrounding the lesser-known Sita temples, each carrying unique significance and cherished legends. Sita Temples - Sita Gufa, Nasik, Maharashtra Nestled in Nasik, Maharashtra, the Sita Gufa, a modest cave, stands as a pilgrimage destination intricately linked to the Hindu epic, Ramayana. Legends echo within its walls, suggesting that this is the very place from where the nefarious Ravana abducted Sita. Seetha Devi...
UAE to Assist Kerala in Establishing Tourism Township
The Kerala state government has proposed the development of a tourism township in either Vagamon or Munnar, with the assistance of the UAE government. The extent of the UAE government's involvement remains unclear, raising concerns about potential ecological impact, particularly in the environmentally fragile areas of Idukki district as highlighted in the Gadgil and Kasturirangan reports. These reports explicitly discourage tourism and construction initiatives in the Western Ghats and surrounding regions. Initiated on November 9, 2023, the tourism township proposal prompted communication from the tourism department to the revenue department on...