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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 cost- 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?
- 6 offbeat Himalayan treks that remain open in monsoons: Misty mountains, blooming meadows, hidden trails and more
- 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...05 Jun, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
- 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...22 Apr, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
- 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...22 Dec, 2025, 12.44 PM IST
- 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,...21 Dec, 2025, 03.29 PM IST
- Edelweiss Asset Management launches new brand identity ‘altiva SIF’Edelweiss AMC launches altiva SIF, a new brand for its Specialized Investment Funds business, offering innovative equity, hybrid, and fixed...22 May, 2025, 05.34 PM IST
- Water wonder: 6 stunning island hotels opening around the world in 2023Plan a trip to these notable reopenings in some of the world’s most beloved tropical locales.19 Mar, 2023, 11.50 AM IST
- Amer Heritage Trail, Spa holidays & hiking: Take a taste of a million local flavours of IndiaThe annual festival of Saputara Monsoon Festival is currently ongoing and shall conclude on September 9, 2019.29 Aug, 2019, 07.28 AM IST
- 50 mn Indians to travel overseas in 2019: World Tourism OrganisationAccording to the UN World Tourism Organisation, 50 million Indians will travel overseas in 2019, up from 23 million in 2017.30 Jan, 2019, 01.27 PM IST
- 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.10 May, 2018, 05.19 AM IST
- Reboot happiness! Take your family on a hike trip to Austria's Karwendel MountainsDuring the Summer season, the Karwendel meadows are covered by gentian.31 Aug, 2017, 09.49 AM IST
- The quiet charmer: How Lucerne brings together the old and new of SwitzerlandNot surprisingly, Lucerne (also Luzern) is still referred to as the “city of light”, a rough translation of its old name of Luciaria (datin...25 Jun, 2017, 05.37 PM IST
- NGT notice to government on regulating choppers flying to KedarnathA large number of pilgrims, intending to avoid the 16 km trek to visit the Kedarnath shrine in Rudraprayag district, opt for the chopper se...25 Apr, 2017, 05.25 PM IST
- Bleak Beauty: Route 50, the loneliest road in America, a black ribbon in a desolate landscapeOn either side of the road, the landscape was flat, bare and desolate with scattered clumps of greenery and an occasional tree, but bereft ...04 Sep, 2016, 10.46 AM IST
- Enjoy the mountain treks of Garhwal with friendsFrom moderate to tough treks, many corporate honchos are seeking a moment of calm in hilly wilderness.02 Jul, 2015, 10.50 AM IST
- Bored by city life? Go for a trek to Hampta Pass in the HimalayasA writer takes a break from the jet-set city life and feels humbled by the grandeur of the mighty Himalayas.11 Sep, 2014, 02.12 PM IST
- Planning your summer vacation? Best heritage sites in IndiaSome of the ideal getaways ET-Travel recommends: Mahabalipuram; Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi; Rock Shelters of Bhimbetaka; Ajanta and Ellor...16 May, 2013, 06.02 AM IST
- 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...04 Oct, 2007, 01.53 AM IST
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