Avatara, the world’s first vegetarian Indian 1-star Michelin restaurant from Dubai, brings its flavours to Delhi and Pune

Avatara, the world’s first vegetarian Indian 1-star Michelin restaurant from Dubai, brings its flavours to Delhi and Pune

In Chef Rahul Rana’s kitchen, overlooked vegetables like turnip, bottle gourd, and ridge gourd get to fulfil their lifelong dream of playing the lead character in a meal. “There is a perception that Indian food is limited. We want to change that by showcasing the endless possibilities that Indian food can offer,” says Rahul, who is … Read more

Taj Mahal most-visited ticketed ASI site for domestic tourists in 2021-22: Report

Taj Mahal most-visited ticketed ASI site for domestic tourists in 2021-22: Report

While the Mughal-era mausoleum ranked first, the Red Fort and the Qutub Minar — both UNESCO-recognised sites in Delhi — were the second and third most visited sites While the Mughal-era mausoleum ranked first, the Red Fort and the Qutub Minar — both UNESCO-recognised sites in Delhi — were the second and third most visited sites The Taj Mahal, … Read more

World Heritage Day: We are a true custodian of Indian hospitality, proud proponent of traditional arts and culture, says Rohit Khosla, IHCL

World Heritage Day: We are a true custodian of Indian hospitality, proud proponent of traditional arts and culture, says Rohit Khosla, IHCL

Meticulously preserved, guests can soak in the grandeur of heritage vibes when a meticulously preserved palace is made accessible to them. (Image source: Ram Bagh Palace Sukh Niwas Suite) World Heritage Day: History and its royal signature can be found not only in a country’s glorious past but sometimes it is also found in the … Read more

Modi govt’s ‘Adopt a Heritage’ tourism scheme has covered 25 heritage sites till now, Tourism Minister takes review meet

Modi govt’s ‘Adopt a Heritage’ tourism scheme has covered 25 heritage sites till now, Tourism Minister takes review meet

The historic Red Fort has been allotted to the Dalmia Bharat Ltd under the project. In a significant development related to the “Adopt a Heritage: Apni Dharohar, Apni Pehchaan” project, the Union Minister of Tourism Prahlad Singh Patel headed the review meeting on Monday to take stock of the scheme’s progress and its future plans. … Read more

A tomb brought to life: The mausoleum of Akbar’s courtier Abdur Rahim believed to inspire Taj Mahal restored to original glory

A tomb brought to life: The mausoleum of Akbar’s courtier Abdur Rahim believed to inspire Taj Mahal restored to original glory

The 16th-century mausoleum of one of the nine prominent courtiers during Mughal emperor Akbar’s reign, which is believed to inspire the Taj Mahal, has been restored to its lost glory and is now open to the public. The national capital has another renovated monument to boast of. This week, six years of conservation efforts of … Read more

Taj Mahal reopens after six months amid COVID-19 with capped number of tourists, social distancing norms

Taj Mahal reopens after six months amid COVID-19 with capped number of tourists, social distancing norms

In case you are planning to visit the Taj Mahal, here is what you must keep in mind. Taj Mahal reopening: After sitting quietly in Agra’s Tajganj without witnessing any hustle bustle for six months, the majestic Taj Mahal finally saw people trickle in on Monday. After the longest enforced lockdown that the mausoleum has … Read more

Taj Mahal reopens! Take note of COVID-19 norms- masks, social distancing before visiting

Taj Mahal reopens! Take note of COVID-19 norms- masks, social distancing before visiting

Before entering the premises, visitors have to follow all guidelines that have been issued by the central government regarding social distancing and hand sanitisation. One of the seven wonders in the world, Taj Mahal reopens after being closed for six months! The renowned monument in India which was closed down for visitors in March to … Read more