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Proverb of the day from Germany: 'He who wishes to stand upon the highest mountains must also look the fiercest wind in the eye; yet do not forget...' An old saying that reminds us that success comes with a hidden costToday's German proverb, "He who wishes to stand upon the highest mountains must also look the fiercest wind in the eye; yet do not forget t...- This flower blooms only once a year for one night at this UNESCO site, just 500 kms from Delhi. Where is it and what else to see here?The Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is now open, drawing nature lovers to its vibrant monsoon blooms. Beyon...
- 6 offbeat Himalayan treks that remain open in monsoons: Misty mountains, blooming meadows, hidden trails and moreAs the monsoon transforms landscapes across the Himalayas, several lesser-known trekking routes remain accessible and safe for adventure en...
- India's magical Valley reopens again for visitors, but only for a few months. Trekking, a UNESCO site, rare flowers and Himalayan views. How to reach, nearby attractionsThe Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand has opened its gates for tourists. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famous for its colorful alpine b...
- Miss it once and wait a year: Why July-September is the only time to see King of Himalayan Flowers in these 5 places in UttarakhandThis monsoon season, Uttarakhand presents a rare sight. The Brahma Kamal, a snow lotus, will bloom from July to September. This flower grow...
- 2026 Winter Olympics: Dual Hosts, new events and medal design revealed2026 Winter Olympics: For the first time in Olympic history, the Winter Games will be jointly hosted by two cities separated by more than 2...
- Anand Mahindra is surprised by rare Sikkim Sundari flower that waits 7–30 years to bloom into a 2-metre-tall pagoda and then diesIndustrialist Anand Mahindra marvels at the Sikkim Sundari, a rare Himalayan flower, highlighting its decades-long wait before a single, sp...
- Anand Mahindra learns a 'masterclass in patience' from a rare plant. 'Biology textbooks never mentioned it'Industrialist Anand Mahindra recently highlighted his fascination with Sikkim Sundari, a rare Himalayan plant that grows at altitudes of 4,...
- Switzerland restricts tourist access to iconic lake in the AlpsRiffelsee Lake near Zermatt, Switzerland, saw increased tourist restrictions to protect its environment. Due to trampling, edelweiss flower...
- Country's highest herbal park inaugurated near Indo-China border in UttarakhandThe research wing of Uttarakhand's forest department has developed the park over three acres of land given by Mana Van panchayat, under the...
- This May and June, explore India's beautiful trails and let the mystery unfoldThe country promises a number of exhilarating treks, which are not just touristy, but also thrilling and offbeat.
- Go on a photography trail in the Himalayas or experience rural India, this summer do something differentInformative holidays that present the true flavour of a destination can be the perfect getaways.
- Reboot happiness! Take your family on a hike trip to Austria's Karwendel MountainsDuring the Summer season, the Karwendel meadows are covered by gentian.
- Hello traveller! For the foodie in you, head for a cheesy vacationHeard of the goodness of Swiss cheese, then here’s what you must know about what makes it so special.
- Five paintings by Adolf Hitler to go under the hammer in UKEach painting is estimated to fetch between 5,000 and 7,000 pounds.
- Travel to Lech am Arlberg, Austria this summer and revere amidst the majestic peaks & crystal clear lakesTourism is the mainstay of the village so it abounds in the owner run exotic hotels and restaurants and cafes.
- This holiday season, enjoy a Yak Safari near Lake Tsongmo in SikkimIn winter the placid lake remains frozen with the area around it covered in snow while in late spring the profusion of flowers in bloom add...
- Heard on the street: Edelweiss stops charging brand usage fee from unitsEdelweiss Financial has indicated in its notes to account that the company has ceased to charge brand usage fees from its subsidiaries.
- Warming effect: Early ripening of KaafalThe early ripening of the popular 'Kaafal' wild fruit in Kumaun division of Uttarakhand is being seen by experts as a fallout of global war...
- Blooming dalesFor a photographer, the Himalayas are a rare treat during the monsoon. The steep cliffs and mountain sides are covered with lush green vege...
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