TIME has unveiled its annual list of the World’s Greatest Places 2025, spotlighting 100 must-visit destinations worldwide. Among them is Papa’s Bombay, a cutting-edge 12-seater chef’s counter in Mumbai, marking it as the only Indian restaurant to make this year’s prestigious list. 　　 　　Located in Bandra, this intimate dining space blends nostalgia with innovation, offering a 13-course tasting menu that...

　　Some places are merely stops on a map, while others leave an indelible mark on your soul—Fort Kochi is one of them. Shaped by centuries of Portuguese, Dutch, and British influences, this charming coastal town in Kerala is an aesthetic dream. The moment I set foot on its cobbled streets, it felt like stepping into a living Pinterest board. Time...

　　Standing at 11,930 ft, Sandakphu (or Sandakpur) in West Bengal is a tranquil hamlet near the Indo-Nepal border, offering breathtaking views of the eastern Himalayas, including the Kanchenjunga range, Makalu, Lhotse, and Everest. 　　However, Sandakphu has recently made headlines due to trekker and tourist fatalities caused by high-altitude sickness. So when my 25-year-old nephew showed me snapshots of the stunning...

　　his seems to be a promising year for those who wish to swim alongside the world’s largest fish. As per a release by Tourism Western Australia, Ningaloo Aviation spotted the first sightings of the whale sharks at the Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia. An early encounter of three whale sharks last week preceded the recent spotting by the aviation team....

　　Madurai Srivilliputhur Palkova - Food 　　Madurai Srivilliputhur palkova is a traditional milk dessert from Srivilliputhur in Tamil Nadu made with just two ingredients: cow milk and sugar. The full cream milk is boiled for a long period of time until it thickens into a creamy consistency. What sets the Srivilliputhur palkova apart is its rich, smooth texture and deep, caramelized...

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　　In July 2007, the Delhi Police, under the pretext of maintaining public order, released a booklet that immediately raised eyebrows and stoked outrage. Presented as a guide to social harmony, the document singled out people from India's Northeast, advising women from the region to avoid wearing revealing dresses and offering instructions on preparing their traditional dishes in a way that...

　　Madrid is a city of deceptions. Behind the glamour and the glitz of Spain’s capital city lies a more placid lifestyle, devoid of the frills and fancies of its haute couture subculture. 　　It is a city that runs on its stomach, as can be attested by its indulgent mix of thriving tapas bars, back-alley bodegas and bustling food markets. It...

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　　In the world of restaurants, being rewarded a Michelin star is a matter of great celebration. However, the history and origin of the Michelin star ratings don't coincide with food or restaurants. It's all about travel, automobiles, and tyres! 　　Over the years the process of rewarding these stars has become a secret project where an anonymous Michelin inspector is out...