The three Buddhist-dominated regions of Russia – Buryatia, Kalmykia, and Tuva together constitute the `Golden Triangle` also referred to as the `Holy Triangle` of Buddha Dhamma in Russia. The historical journey of Buddhists in these regions stands as a testament to their resilience. It is remarkable to trace the survival of Buddhist practices against the …
Months after terrorists wreaked havoc in Pahalgam, scared away tourists and brought India and Pakistan on the brink of war, the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is witnessing a slow but steady revival of tourism. Besides the tourists showing renewed interest in Kashmir’s picturesque and sprawling locations, the government’s efforts towards rekindling hope …
The Karnataka government on Thursday announced that it is working on a dedicated “coastal tourism policy” and invited private players to be a partner in its growth story in the sector.Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, in his address at a tourism and hospitality conference here, said the state is envisioning coming up with this …
In India alone, accommodation searches for secondary destinations have grown by 19 per cent in the first half of 2025 compared to the first half of 2023, according to new data by a travel platform. The insights have been released ahead of World Tourism Day, which is observed on September 27 every year, to highlight …
Pilgrimage travel is emerging as one of the fast-growing segments of India’s travel and tourism industry. According to MakeMyTrip’s Pilgrimage Travel Trends 2024-25, accommodation bookings across 56 pilgrimage destinations grew by 19 per cent in FY24-25. The pilgrimage travel trends highlight broad-based momentum, with 34 destinations recording double-digit growth and 15 destinations growing by …
Santa Monica is not just about beaches, bikes, and boardwalks, it is a cultural heavyweight packed into little more than eight square miles. Within this compact, creative city, there are museums that span aviation history to children’s play, cutting-edge galleries showcasing international talent, and more than 170 murals transforming everyday walls into giant canvases. Add …
In a step towards creating an inclusive tourism atmosphere in Assam, multiple stakeholders such as hoteliers, guides and tour operators have been trained in Indian sign language to better assist and welcome persons with disabilities. The stakeholders were trained during a five-day workshop which conclude here on Friday, a statement said. “With the launch of …
Indian travelers are showing increasing interest in Japan, with data from a travel platform revealing a 68 per cent year-on-year increase in searches between May 15 and August 15, compared to the same period last year. Among the most searched destinations, Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto lead the list, recording growth of 59 per cent, 158 …
Nepal received 88,680 international visitors by air in August, with Indian travellers accounting for the largest share, the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) said on Monday. Among the arrivals, 35,505 were from India, accounting for 40 per cent of the total visitors. India was at the top of the international tourist arrivals list, followed by China …
Planning a move in Scotts Valley is easier when you understand a few local facts first. You need to think about timing, street access, and the right moving help. Scotts Valley is calm, green, and close to Santa Cruz, but its roads and homes bring their own moving needs. With early planning and trusted Movers …
