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In Tolkien's footsteps: The English landscapes that inspired Middle-earth

India, March 25 -- Tolkien Reading Day, celebrated on March 25 each year, marks a dramatic moment in modern literature. In JRR Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, it is the day when the One Ring is final... Read More


The woman rewriting Australian history, one walk at a time

India, March 11 -- On a quiet city street, history often hides in plain sight, in buildings named after men and in plaques that tell only half the story. But for years now, Australian tour guide and h... Read More


Travel: Follow the 'Outlander' trail across Scotland

New Delhi, March 2 -- I found Outlander by chance one evening when channel-surfing turned into staying put. The dashing, modern-day braveheart with his quiet strength, fierce loyalty and love for a ti... Read More


The best local spots to get your 'farsan' fix in Vadodara

New Delhi, Feb. 28 -- Farsan, Gujarat's vast repertoire of savoury snacks, appears alongside meals, between meals, and often in place of them. Even the most basic thali of dal, bhaat, rotli, and shaak... Read More


What to bring back from Canberra

New Delhi, Feb. 26 -- No matter where I go, I inevitably make my way to a free museum that offers the most revealing insights into local life - along with the chance to take home delicious souvenirs. ... Read More


Where words rest: Inside Poets' Corner at Westminster Abbey

India, Feb. 24 -- London never ceases to surprise. No matter how often I return, the city has a way of revealing something new - sometimes loudly, making a statement, and sometimes quietly, like an ov... Read More


Travel: Visit these 5 cities for a blend of culture, sport and heritage

New Delhi, Jan. 10 -- This year, major anniversaries, sporting events and cultural landmarks will turn cities around the world into open-air stages, with exhibitions, concerts and other celebrations. ... Read More


Try these classic Gujarati winter snacks with green pigeon peas

New Delhi, Jan. 4 -- Winter in Gujarat signals the arrival of tuver, fresh pigeon peas tucked inside tiny pale green pods. For a few short months, the legume becomes an obsession, making its way into ... Read More


From Budapest to Paro, winter travel destinations that offer peace and solitude

New Delhi, Dec. 28 -- Every winter, the spotlight turns to travel and people seek out the best places to go to either embrace or escape the winter chill. Agoda's latest data shows that Indian families... Read More