February 21, 2025 – आवारा मुसाफिर

Hidden for centuries, Chinese treasures finally see the light of day

February 21, 2025137 Views

Palace Museum at the Forbidden City marks centenary this year New Beijing branch to at least double artefacts on display Conservation work intensifies as China projects cultural power Depicting Taoist deities in a misty landscape, a Qing dynasty lacquer panel inlaid with jade and agate is among thousands of artefacts pulled out of museum storage in China to be restored, and one day, even showcased to the world. A conservator restores a cultural relic at the cultural protection and restoration department of the Palace Museum at the Forbidden City, during an organised media tour, in Beijing, China February 21, 2025. REUTERS/Tingshu Wang "The bottom layer had shifted and loosened to the point where it was in a pulverised state," said Sun Ou, who restores inlaid lacquer art...

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Oceania Cruises unveils 12 new culinary discovery tours

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February 21, 2025269 Views

Charting the course for immersive gourmet experiences ashore in the world's most captivating destinations Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has expanded its signature range of immersive Culinary Discovery Tours™ with the addition of 12 new gourmet excursions for 2025. The new chef-led tours are in diverse locations spanning the globe from Europe and the UK with new excursions in Amsterdam, Belfast, Invergordon, Valencia, and Valletta; to Asia with three new options for Japan sailings in Kobe, Kochi, and Shimizu, plus Busan in South Korea; and North America where new tours are available in Halifax, Quebec City, and Victoria. Photogra...

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Jais Ride, a thrilling new cycling race on UAE’s highest peak

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February 21, 2025295 Views

Epic challenge will see riders race conquer the legendary 25km ascent of Jebel Jais Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) is ramping up its reputation for staging world-class sporting events with the launch of a new cycling challenge set to take place on Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest peak, on 12-13 April 2025. Jais Ride will see cyclists pushed to their limits as they ascend the legendary mountain route of Jebel Jais – often ranked among the most scenic cycling routes in the region and one of the stages of the UAE Tour – with thrilling competitions at key split points along the 25km course. The modern road, constructed in 2017, is considered among the best mountain roads in the world. With smooth, winding ascent, multiple switchbacks and dramatic elevation changes...