October 2021 – आवारा मुसाफिर

In its ancient birthplace, wine faces a climate change-imperiled future

October 31, 20211041 Views

* Wine believed to have originated in Georgia 8,000 years ago* Worsening hail and extreme weather driving growing grape losses* Farmers turn to hail-blasting rockets - planting hazelnuts The grapes in Solomon Nersezashvili’s vineyard were almost ripe when a massive hailstorm hit in late August. In just 30 minutes, the ice wiped out most of the harvest - and months of hard work. Such storms have long plagued Georgia’s Kakheti region in the foothills of the Caucasus mountains, regarded by many as the birthplace of wine. But their growing frequency and intensity - a problem linked to climate change - has triggered a debate over the future of grape-growing in Georgia, including among Nersezashvili’s relatives. The summer storm cost their family-run business $200,000 in lost re...

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Rare, ancient Maya canoe found in Mexico’s Yucatan

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October 30, 2021398 Views

A wooden canoe used by the ancient Maya and believed to be over 1,000 years old has turned up in southern Mexico, officials said on Friday, part of archeological work accompanying the construction of a major new tourist train. The extremely rare canoe was found almost completely intact, submerged in a fresh-water pool known as a cenote, thousands of which dot Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula, near the ruins of Chichen Itza, once a major Maya city featuring elaborately carved temples and towering pyramids. A wooden canoe used by the ancient Maya and believed to be over a thousand years old is pictured at a fresh-water pool known as a cenote and found during the archeological work accompanying the construction of a controversial new tourist train, in the state of Yucatan, in this handout re...

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Tourists head to Spanish island of La Palma to see erupting volcano

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October 30, 2021366 Views

Olga Reinoso took advantage of the All Saints Day public holiday to see the erupting volcano on the Spanish island of La Palma but like other tourists she wanted to help islanders whose homes have been destroyed and crops ruined. Tourists were keen to help La Palma by spending money to boost the island’s economy. “In a passive way, our way to help is to come here to visit the volcano, which is something unique, but we contribute with money by spending money at hotel, restaurants, car rental,” Reinoso, who is from the nearby island of Fuerteventura, told Reuters. Tourists arrive at the Tajuya viewpoint to see the Cumbre Vieja volcano that continues to expel lava, on the Canary Island of La Palma, Spain, October 29, 2021. REUTERS/Borja Suarez The Canary Islands Volcanic Emergenc...

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Hanle in Ladakh to be declared as ‘dark sky sanctuary’

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October 30, 20211513 Views

The Union Territory administration in Ladakh will be declaring Hanle as a 'dark sky sanctuary' in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Astrophysics to promote astro-tourism in the region, a senior official has said. A dark sky sanctuary promotes proper illumination where and when it is needed without wasting energy and polluting other areas, especially the night sky, which does not require illumination. Principal Secretary (Planning, Development and Monitoring Department), Ladakh, Pawan Kotwal made the announcement during a high-level meeting convened to discuss the streamlining of certain activities in the protected and wildlife areas. Hanle, which is home to the world's highest astronomical observatory, is located in the Hanle river valley on an old branch of the anci...

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Floods derail plan to reopen Dudhwa National Park

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October 30, 2021431 Views

The Dudhwa National Park, which was scheduled to reopen for tourists on November 1, will continue to remain shut until further notice due to heavy floods in the area, officials said Saturday. "Owing to heavy waterlogging in the park area, movement of tourists and vehicles cannot be allowed as of now," Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR) Deputy Director Kailash Prakash said. "The jungle routes have turned slushy besides waterlogging. Hence, the plan to reopen the park for tourists has been postponed until the situation improves," he said. A meeting to review the situation will be held next week, he said. On October 19, authorities had released 5,33,000 cusecs of water from Uttarakhand's Banbasa barrage into River Sharda, following heavy rain in hilly areas and in neighbouring Nepal....

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1.5 lakh visit India Pavilion in 28 days at Dubai Expo

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October 30, 2021537 Views

Array of cultural activities, musical and dance performances to mesmerize visitors during Diwali The India Pavilion, one of the largest pavilions at the Expo 2020 Dubai, achieved 150,000 visitors’ milestone on October 28, 2021, making it one of the most visited pavilions at the Expo. By October 29, the figure had reached to 160,568. With the upcoming Diwali celebrations, the India Pavilion is gearing up to host several cultural and musical performances to entertain the visitors starting 2nd November. Strengthening India’s position as a technological leader, the Pavilion will also showcase digital installations in AI and VR to mesmerize the audience. Commenting on the achievement, Dr Aman Puri, Consul General of India in Dubai & Deputy Commissioner General for India at Exp...

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Travel & tourism has opportunity to move to mainstream of climate resilience

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October 30, 2021402 Views

The COVID pandemic has severely disrupted the global economy and decimated the Travel & Tourism sector, with international travel declining by 73% in 2020 and domestic travel by estimated 34%. However, it showed that the government and tourism sector can act rapidly to boost resilience and radically change operational strategies and underlying regulations when faced with extreme situations. SUNx Malta has recently released its 2021 Report on Climate Friendly Travel, ahead of the Glasgow Climate COP26. It calls for a DASH-2-Zero now - for climate resilience, emission reduction & sustainability - responding to the UN Code Red for Humanity. SUNx is an EU-based NGO established as a legacy for climate and sustainability trailblazer, Maurice Strong. The SUNx Report calls for a...

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Romantic encounters between zoo animals surge during quarantine quiet

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October 29, 2021808 Views

Zookeepers at Cuba's National Zoo in capital Havana say several species of exotic and endangered animals took advantage of the peace and quiet brought on by the coronavirus pandemic for romantic encounters that resulted in a bumper crop of baby animals. The newborns include leopards, bengal tigers, zebras, giraffes, antelopes and oxen, a rarity officials attribute to the many months the zoo was closed during the pandemic, said zoo veterinarian Rachel Ortiz. A visitor's car passes by rhinoceros at the zoo in Havana, Cuba, October 27, 2021. REUTERS/Alexandre Meneghini "Although the pandemic has been negative for humans, in the case of zoos it was beneficial," Ortiz told Reuters. "In particular our park has had more than 10 births of high-value species, in danger of extinction and t...

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Cannabis for Spa! Yes, that’s on the menu

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October 29, 20211096 Views

Anantara launches first treatment in Thailand infused with the traditional herb The powerful properties of cannabis plants have been harnessed for millennia by healers seeking its medicinal benefits. Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds and pain reducing properties, the medicinal purposes of cannabis have been brought back to the forefront of alternative therapies as part of the recent decriminalisation of certain parts of the plant in Thailand. Utilised across central Asia for centuries, Anantara Spa in Thailand is now bringing this traditional compound to the twenty first century with a series of brand new luxurious spa treatments showcasing the plant’s myriad benefits from calming the mind to pain relief and more. Restful slumber journey Perfect for jet-lagged...

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Huge restored mosaic goes on display in Jericho

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October 28, 20211231 Views

One of the largest mosaic panels in the world has been unveiled after a $12 million multi-year restoration project at Hisham’s Palace in Jericho in the occupied West Bank. A Palestinian visits Hisham's Palace that has one of the largest mosaic panels in the world after it was opened to the public, in Jericho, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank October 25, 2021. REUTERS/Mohamad Torokman The Palestinian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities on Sunday unveiled the Umayyad-era mosaic, a total of 38 carpet-like mosaic panels covering 827 square metres. Elevated platforms were built to assure that the visitors can enjoy the site of the mosaic without treading on it. Located 36 kilometers east of Jerusalem, Jericho is on the road to Amman and at the junction of the highway to the Galilee. ...