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Madhya Pradesh’s rich historical heritage gains global recognition

March 12, 202594 Views

Four of its sites newly included in UNESCO's Tentative list The state now has 18 UNESCO World Heritage sites, with 15 sites in the Tentative List and 3 in the Permanent List Madhya Pradesh’s rich historical heritage has gained global recognition, with four of its sites newly included in UNESCO’s Tentative List. The state has achieved yet another milestone in promoting its cultural legacy on the world stage. Inclusion of Ashokan Edict Sites, Chausath Yogini Temples, Gupta Period Temples and the Palace-Fortresses of the Bundelas in UNESCO’s Serial Nomination for Tentative Listing highlights Madhya Pradesh’s distinct place in India’s cultural and historical landscape. Last year, UNESCO also included six heritage sites from Madhya Pradesh in its Tentative List, namely: G...

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ITB Berlin: Kerala Tourism receives two international awards

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March 6, 2025132 Views

• Silver Star for innovative marketing campaign and Excellent Award for music video “Shubha Mangalyam” In a splendid global recognition, Kerala Tourism bagged the Silver Star in the Campaign International category for the "Come Together in Kerala" marketing campaign at the Golden City Gate Awards 2025 at ITB Berlin, considered as the world’s biggest travel show. It also received the Excellent Award in the Music International category for its outstanding music video, ‘Shubha Mangalyam – Weddings in Kerala’. The awards were presented by Wolfgang Jo Huschert, President of the Jury of the “Golden City Gate Award. Kerala Tourism Additional Director (General) Vishnuraj P. received the award at an impressive function in Berlin, the capital city of Germany. The ‘Come Together in K...

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Kerala expects uptick in summer holidayers

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February 13, 2025162 Views

Promises total travel experience, B2B meets firm up partnerships with stakeholders in major cities Expecting a massive uptick in domestic footfalls, Kerala Tourism has rolled out in the national capital a whole range of enticing products ahead of the summer holidays, assuring vacationers of quality time and enthralling experiences. “I want to firmly assure that Kerala’s touristy appeal not only retains its enduring charm but also keeps evolving with innovative products and initiatives, strengthening the state’s reputation as a welcoming and exciting place for all seasons,” Kerala Tourism Director Sikha Surendran said at a press conference here on the sidelines of the Partnership Meet in which a large number tourism stakeholders participated. As domestic visitors account...

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Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur offers a window into Rajasthan’s royal heritage

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February 6, 2025124 Views

Anantara Hotels & Resorts, the experiential luxury brand of Minor Hotels, unveils its first property in India—Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur. Serving as a peaceful gateway to the Pink City's many cultural attractions, the luxurious retreat is a sanctuary of verdant grounds and palatial architecture. By overlaying royal design with immersive cultural experiences, Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur offers a window into a bygone era when some of India’s oldest dynasties—known as proud warriors and patrons of the arts—ruled Rajasthan. Grand and intricately decorated, on approach, Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur emerges like a resplendent “garden of jewels” it is named after. To create a building that speaks to the area’s history, the architects drew from a classical Rajasthani ancestral palace, blendin...

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Hundreds of dead sea turtles are washing ashore on Chennai coast

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January 18, 2025145 Views

Over 400 endangered sea turtles have washed ashore on India’s east coast near the city of Chennai in the last two weeks in an event not witnessed in over two decades. Olive ridley turtles travel thousands of miles for ideal nesting conditions on India’s coast. But the species has been threatened for years as the number of nesting beaches around the world shrinks, and mass deaths like these can be caused by fishing nets that can catch and harm the species. In a typical year, the city’s coastline can expect between 100 to 200 adult turtle deaths, said Shravan Krishnan, a volunteer with Chennai-based Students Sea Turtles Conservation Network. “This year, we’ve already crossed 200 dead turtles in a little more than two weeks,” he said. Krishnan is also concerned about the low num...

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Kashmir’s saffron growers experiment with indoor farming as climate pressures mount

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January 17, 2025253 Views

Tucked in a valley beneath the snow-capped Himalayas of the Indian Kashmir region is the town of Pampore, famed for its farms that grow the world's most expensive spice - the red-hued saffron. This is where most of saffron is farmed in India, the world's second-largest producer behind Iran of the spice, which costs up to 325,000 rupees ($3,800) a kg (2.2 pounds) because it is so labour-intensive to harvest. Saffron flowers bloom at a field in Kashmir's Pampore town October 30, 2024. REUTERS/Sharafat Ali Come October, the crocus plants begin to bloom, covering the fields with bright purple flowers from which strands of fragrant red saffron are picked by hand, to be used in foods such as paella, and in fragrances and cloth dyes. "I am proud to cultivate this crop," said Nisar Ah...

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Kerala’s Kappad, Chal beaches get global Blue Flag certification

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January 10, 2025186 Views

Kerala’s famed Kappad beach in Kozhikode and Chal beach in Kannur have been bestowed with the coveted Blue Flag certification by Denmark-based Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) for meeting stringent environmental and safety standards. State Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas said the Blue Flag status not only enhances the global appeal of these beaches but also firm up Kerala’s reputation as a leading sustainable tourism destination. Noting it as a ‘milestone,’ Riyas said Kerala continues to set global benchmark in preserving its picturesque landscape while promoting and implementing eco-friendly initiatives to provide a unique experience for tourists. According to him, it is a significant step towards boosting tourism and attracting environmentally conscious trave...

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मध्यप्रदेश पर्यटन 2025 में नई ऊंचाइयां छूने को बेताब

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January 2, 2025252 Views

मध्य प्रदेश में पर्यटन के क्षेत्र में नित नए आयाम स्थापित हो रहे हैं। अपने प्राकृतिक सौंदर्य, ऐतिहासिक स्थलों और समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक धरोहरों के कारण, मध्य प्रदेश देश का एक प्रमुख टूरिस्ट डेस्टिनेशन बन चुका है। पर्यटन को प्रोत्साहन ने राज्य की आर्थिक और सामाजिक प्रगति में भी महत्वपूर्ण योगदान दिया है। धार्मिक पर्यटन, सांस्कृतिक पर्यटन, ग्रामीण पर्यटन, साहसिक पर्यटन, फिल्म पर्यटन जैसे क्षेत्रों पर विशेष रूप से जोर दिया जा रहा है, जिससे स्थानीय समुदायों को आय के नये जरिये और रोजगार के अवसर प्राप्त हो रहे हैं। फिल्म शूटिंग के लिए सबसे पसंदीदा राज्य फिल्म पर्य़टन के लिहाज से वर्ष 2024 राज्य के लिये खास रहा। बॉक्स ऑफिस पर बेहद सफल रही फिल्म स्त्री-2, भूलभुलैया-3, लापता लेडीज, माय हीरो और ओटीटी की सफल वेबसीरीज गुल्लक 3, पंचायत 3 मध्यप्रदेश की विभिन्न लोकेशन्स पर शूट हुई है। प्रमुख सचिव पर्य़...

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Kerala to launch more projects to encourage pilgrim tourism

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December 12, 2024180 Views

Tourism Minister Mohamed Riyas launches multilingual Sabarimala Microsite and E-brochure Kerala Tourism has launched a multi-language microsite and an e-brochure providing comprehensive information about Sabarimala. Tourism and Public Works Minister PA Mohamed Riyas launched the two initiatives at a function here on Wednesday. The multilingual microsite provides pilgrims across the country with information about the hill shrine's traditions, customs, and culture, as well as the latest updates and geographical insights. The site is available in five languages: English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada. It also includes short footage providing all the details of southern India’s prominent pilgrim site. “The microsite and e-brochure are vital steps towards including our heritag...

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Kerala Tourism to hold B2B meet on Malabar’s tourism potential

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December 9, 2024204 Views

Seeking to bring into spotlight Malabar's rich tourism potential, Kerala Tourism will hold a business-to-business (B2B) meet on December 27 at Kozhikode to connect key players in the travel and tourism industry from across India and forge meaningful collaborations with them. The event, ‘Gateway to Malabar: A Tourism B2B Meet’, is being organised by Kerala Tourism in collaboration with Metro Expedition and the Beypore International Water Fest, to showcase the region’s unique attractions, including its adventure opportunities, culinary delights, vibrant arts, captivating folklore, and timeless heritage. The business meet will be held at The Raviz Kadavu, Kozhikode, from 10 am to 8 pm. “Designed to position Malabar as a top travel destination, the B2B meet most impor...