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It wouldn’t be outrightly crazy to assume that the Ambanis, known for their opulent lifestyle and global influence, are all about luxury and exclusivity. Be it daily life or their favourite holiday spots. And speaking of holidays, did you…
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Railway stations, often overlooked as mere transportation hubs, can be architectural masterpieces, and captivate you with their beauty and design. From historic structures to modern marvels, these railway stations around the world redefine…
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Gujarat's popular Garba dance has been included in the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity by UNESCO, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said on Wednesday. The inclusion has been made under the provisions of…
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When one thinks of Cambodia, the majestic Angkor Wat immediately comes to mind, which has recently bagged the title of world’s eighth wonder. There is no doubt that this iconic temple complex is an engineering marvel, and a UNESCO World…
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United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, met Nepali politicians and ministers on the first day of his visit on Sunday. The first day eventually ended with a heritage walk along Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in…
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UNESCO inscribed the prehistoric site of Tell al-Sultan, near the Palestinian city of Jericho in the occupied West Bank, on its World Heritage List Sunday, in a move criticised by Israel. Tell al-Sultan, which predates Egypt's pyramids, is…
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A Russian missile strike on Ukraine’s northern city of Chernihiv killed seven people and wounded more than 100 on Saturday, in what the UN denounced as a “heinous” attack. The strike came during the Orthodox holiday of the Transfiguration…
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With Russia introducing electronic visa (e-visa) for tourists from India and 54 other countries, travelling to Moscow has become easier. Effective August 1, 2023, tourists can apply for an e-visa online on the official website of the…
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Australia's Great Barrier Reef is not a site "in danger", a UNESCO heritage committee said while warning that the world's biggest coral reef ecosystem remained under "serious threat" from pollution and warming of oceans. In November, the…
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UNESCO experts have recommended that Venice and its lagoon be added to its list of World Heritage in Danger as Italy is not doing enough to protect the city from the impact of climate change and mass tourism. UNESCO World Heritage Center…
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