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Rome's iconic Trevi Fountain reopens after renovation work in time for the Jubilee Holy Year

Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopened Sunday after three months of renovations, just in time for the inauguration of the 2025 Jubilee Holy Year that is expected to draw millions of visitors. The renovation work on the 18th-century monument that's one of the Italian capital's main attractions cost 327,000 euros. “This way visitors will have ample opportunity to observe it and …

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15 hours, 10 minutes ago

As South Korea draws visitors chasing beauty, dodgy practices pose risks

Al Jazeera

Thousands flock to East Asian country for cosmetic surgeries each year, often relying on unregulated forums for advice. “I don’t think I’ll ever go back to Korea to do surgery because of this.” South Korea has the highest rate of plastic surgery procedures per capita in the world, according to Expert Market Research, with a market worth $1.7bn in 2023. …

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20 hours, 15 minutes ago

Hyderabad Book Fair Draws Record 90,000 Visitors on Sunday

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Nearly 90,000 people visited the 37th Hyderabad Book Fair at NTR Stadium on Sunday, nearly double of the daily footfall, as people streamed in from the morning to browse through books and enjoy the cultural events over the weekend. At the Sadiq Ali stage, several books were launched, including ‘What is Ambedkarism?’, ‘Tirupati Balaji is a Buddhist Shrine’ and …

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20 hours, 16 minutes ago

Dortmund holds on with 10 men for 1st away win in Bundesliga

Associated Press

BERLIN — Borussia Dortmund held on after Pascal Groß’ sending off to beat Wolfsburg 3-1 for its first Bundesliga away win of the season on Sunday. Donyell Malen got the visitors off the mark with a volley to a corner in the 25th, three minutes before Julian Brandt played in Maximilian Beier to score Dortmund’s second goal. Wolfsburg improved drastically …

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Mbappé scores again as Real Madrid ends 2024 in 2nd place in Spanish league

Associated Press

MADRID — Kylian Mbappé added to his scoring streak with a superb strike 10 minutes into a Spanish league match as Real Madrid beat Sevilla 4-2 on Sunday to finish the year one point behind leader Atletico Madrid. Mbappé sent a right-footed shot into the upper corner for his fourth goal in as many matches with Madrid in all competitions. …

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22 hours, 14 minutes ago

Secret passage that Florence’s Medici used to move safely reopens to public after 8-year renovation

Associated Press

ROME — For centuries, Florence’s 16th-century Vasari Corridor was only accessible to dukes and lords. Now, the raised passageway that connects the city’s Uffizi Galleries to the former residence of the powerful Medici family, has reopened to the public after an eight-year restoration project. The corridor was built by Florence’s powerful Medici family to allow them to move secretly and …

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1 day, 15 hours ago

Visitors to Riverside’s annual Festival of Lights warned about parking scam

LA Times

With visitors flocking to Riverside for the annual Festival of Lights, city officials are warning people to be on the lookout for fake QR codes posted by scammers at parking pay stations. The fraudulent QR codes direct people to websites that ask for credit card or debit card information in an apparent effort to steal financial data. “Scammers were putting …

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1 day, 15 hours ago

First ‘Dome City’ with 360° view in Mahakumbh

New Indian Express

According to Company Director Amit Johri, the UP government has set new benchmarks in tourism. As part of its efforts to take the tourism sector to the next level, Dome City is being constructed on three and a quarter hectares of land. The Dome City is being built at a cost of Rs 51 crore, said Johri. A total of …

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1 day, 15 hours ago

INDW vs WIW: Smriti Mandhana, Renuka power India to biggest ODI win at home

India Today

The Indian women's team hammered the West Indies women's team by a mammoth 211-run margin in the 1st ODI at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on December 22, Sunday. The West Indies team's batting and bowling scorecard painted a sorry picture as they conceded their biggest-ever loss in the 50-over format. India vs West Indies, 1st Women's ODI Updates India's …

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1 day, 15 hours ago

Kannada Sahitya Sammelana displays ancient scripts, celebrates heritage

New Indian Express

MYSURU: A school going boy with curiosity leaned closer to a monitor, trying to decipher an ancient Kannada script displayed on the screen. This scene, a mix of wonder and camaraderie, was one of many at the Akshara Bhandara platform that captivated visitors during the 87th Kannada Sahitya Sammelana in Mandya on Saturday. The interactive exhibits captivated attendees with its …

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1 day, 15 hours ago

Police remove extinction rebellion protesters from Rijksmuseum

NL Times

Nine Extinction Rebellion activists who remained inside the Rijksmuseum after a larger protest were removed by police around 6:30 p.m. Saturday, authorities confirmed. The activists had glued themselves together in the Hall of Honor near Rembrandt's The Night Watch to demand the museum cut ties with sponsor ING Bank, which they accuse of financing fossil fuels. By the museum's 5:00 …

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2 days, 15 hours ago

Vrindavan temple asks visitors to 'dress modestly': No mini skirts, torn jeans

India Today

Vrindavan's Thakur Bankebihari Temple has appealed to the visitors to "dress modestly" and refrain from wearing "indecent clothes" while on the temple premises. "Attire such as mini skirts, torn jeans, half pants, and night suits is inappropriate for the temple setting, as it undermines the sanctity and dignity of the place," the temple authorities said. Munish Sharma, the temple manager, …

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2 days, 23 hours ago

Three-day ‘Print-n-Pack’ expo by MADITSSIA begins in Madurai; over 125 outlets set to draw huge turnout of visitors

The Hindu

The Madurai District Tiny and Small Scale Industries Association’s 10th edition of the three-day ‘Print-n-Pack-2024’ expo was inaugurated at the Ida Scudder auditorium here on Friday. TANSTIA general secretary S. Vasudevan said that the increasing infrastructural facilities coming up across various districts in the State had attracted many investors to come to Tamil Nadu. Print-n-Pack expo chairman Pon Kumar said …

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3 days, 15 hours ago

How to discover symphony of nature, art, and technology

India Today

Discovering the symphony of nature, art, and technology is a journey into a world of harmony and inspiration. Nestled amidst the lush landscapes of Bali, Aurora Media Park is an extraordinary destination that marries nature’s serenity with the marvels of art and technology. NATURE MEETS INNOVATION By day, Aurora Media Park unfolds as a haven of natural beauty, boasting 5,000 …

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4 days, 1 hour ago

Travel warnings issued for South American country over blackouts and shortages

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. which is leading tourism agents to steer clients away from Cuba.” open image in gallery A man tries to sell …

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4 days, 7 hours ago

Japan breaks annual visitor record with 33.4 million in just 11 months

The Independent

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4 days, 15 hours ago

Tourist Police deployed at key locations in Delhi to help visitors: Know all about them

India TV News

In an effort to make the experience of tourists visiting the national capital even more special, the Delhi Police has devised a new strategy to deploy 'Tourist Police' in special vehicles at 10 additional locations across the city. Proposal sent to central govt Earlier, Tourist Police officers and their vehicles were stationed at 20 key locations including airports, railway stations, …

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5 days, 7 hours ago

India Top Market in Asia For Israel Tourism

Deccan Chronicle

Tel Aviv in Israel is the Vegan Capital of the World and Deccan Chronicle spoke to Amruta Bangera, Director of Marketing at Israel Ministry of Tourism—India to find out what is drawing tourists to Israel. To everyone’s surprise, we have had around 9,100 visitors from India from January to November, and globally, 9.5 million people have visited Israel. Q: What …

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5 days, 20 hours ago

Anita Anand | Things to consider if you’re planning to go to Goa: It’s not for everyone…

Deccan Chronicle

Are you planning a holiday in Goa, considering investing in a property or business, or relocating to the state? After the 1961 Indian annexation of Goa, the increasing flow of visitors included hippies, returning expatriate Goans, charter tourists from Europe, pilgrims visiting Catholic and Hindu shrines, people choosing Goa as their primary or second home, and those attending seminars, conferences …

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Jadeja''s fifty takes India to 201/7 at tea on Day 4, visitors need 45 runs to avoid follow-on

Hindustan Times

Brisbane, Ravindra Jadeja stonewalled the Australian bowlers with a characteristically doughty fifty, carrying India to 201 for seven at tea on a rain-interrupted fourth day of the third Test here on Tuesday. Jadeja''s fifty takes India to 201/7 at tea on Day 4, visitors need 45 runs to avoid follow-on Jadeja and Nitish Kumar Reddy added 53 runs for the …

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6 days, 15 hours ago

Kumbh Mela organisers warn visitors, devotees over fake hotel bookings

India Today

Oranisers of the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj have warned devotees and visitors against online fraud cases in the name of hotel bookings, officials said. In the run-up to the world's largest religious congregation, several fake hotel websites are operating to dupe unsuspecting devotees. In the past few days, several people visiting Prayagraj have informed hotels, guest houses and other …

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6 days, 20 hours ago

Noida authority CEO gives ‘stand up’ punishment to staff

Hindustan Times

NOIDA: The Noida authority’s chief executive officer on Monday made the staff of the residential plot department work for 20 minutes without sitting on their chairs as a punishment for not duly attending to the people visiting the office for property related work. The entire staff, following the CEO’s directions, attended to the visitors while standing next to their chairs …

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Rural tourism thriving in Anhui ancient town

China Daily

Hanfu lovers showcase the traditional Chinese dress in Huizhou Ancient Town in September. The coffee shop nestled in Huizhou Ancient Town, a popular tourist destination in Shexian county, Anhui province, is adorned with traditional Chinese calligraphy and decorations such as colorful fish-shaped lanterns. SHI YALEI/FOR CHINA DAILY In Yihuawan Cultural Tourism Town, located in Anhui's Susong county, visitors can hike …

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Rural tourism thriving in Anhui ancient town

China Daily

Hanfu lovers showcase the traditional Chinese dress in Huizhou Ancient Town in September. The coffee shop nestled in Huizhou Ancient Town, a popular tourist destination in Shexian county, Anhui province, is adorned with traditional Chinese calligraphy and decorations such as colorful fish-shaped lanterns. SHI YALEI/FOR CHINA DAILY In Yihuawan Cultural Tourism Town, located in Anhui's Susong county, visitors can hike …

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Rome's iconic Trevi Fountain reopens after renovation work in time for the Jubilee Holy Year

As South Korea draws visitors chasing beauty, dodgy practices pose risks

Hyderabad Book Fair Draws Record 90,000 Visitors on Sunday

Dortmund holds on with 10 men for 1st away win in Bundesliga

Mbappé scores again as Real Madrid ends 2024 in 2nd place in Spanish league

Secret passage that Florence’s Medici used to move safely reopens to public after 8-year renovation

Visitors to Riverside’s annual Festival of Lights warned about parking scam

First ‘Dome City’ with 360° view in Mahakumbh

INDW vs WIW: Smriti Mandhana, Renuka power India to biggest ODI win at home

Kannada Sahitya Sammelana displays ancient scripts, celebrates heritage

Police remove extinction rebellion protesters from Rijksmuseum

Vrindavan temple asks visitors to 'dress modestly': No mini skirts, torn jeans

Three-day ‘Print-n-Pack’ expo by MADITSSIA begins in Madurai; over 125 outlets set to draw huge turnout of visitors

How to discover symphony of nature, art, and technology

Travel warnings issued for South American country over blackouts and shortages

Japan breaks annual visitor record with 33.4 million in just 11 months

Tourist Police deployed at key locations in Delhi to help visitors: Know all about them

India Top Market in Asia For Israel Tourism

Anita Anand | Things to consider if you’re planning to go to Goa: It’s not for everyone…

Jadeja''s fifty takes India to 201/7 at tea on Day 4, visitors need 45 runs to avoid follow-on

Kumbh Mela organisers warn visitors, devotees over fake hotel bookings

Noida authority CEO gives ‘stand up’ punishment to staff

Rural tourism thriving in Anhui ancient town

Rural tourism thriving in Anhui ancient town