In the rugged landscapes of Uttarakhand, the ritual known as the Jagar stands out as a profound expression of local spirituality and cultural heritage. Spanning the Garhwal and Kumaon regions, Jagar are colourful, nocturnal ceremonies serving as a conduit between the human and divine realms. This age-old tradition is more than a ritual; it is a heartfelt appeal to local...

　　The 10-day harvest festival of Onam is an occasion to enjoy the sadhya thali, make floral decorations, watch boat races and play games, all to honour the homecoming of the kind-hearted and much-beloved demon king Mahabali. On the fourth day of the celebrations, one of Kerala’s most spectacular indigenous art forms is performed: Pulikali. Also known as Kaduvakali in some...

　　Greece offers many beautiful sights to explore. One must-see attraction is visiting ancient Greek monasteries in picturesque countryside locations. Some are perched atop steep rocks, while others are nestled in lush green valleys and olive groves. Many of these monasteries were constructed centuries ago by hermits and monks seeking refuge from religious persecution. One of the most stunning is the...

　　Is there anything more refreshing than a scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day? Or a perfect milkshake to pair with a classic burger and fries? An iconic dessert and sweet treat on its own, ice cream has soared to new levels with a wave of new-generation scoop shops that churn up unexpected and delightful flavors, drawing from...

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　　If youre someone who gets excited about maple, apple and pumpkin flavors this time of year, you need to do a victory lap through Trader Joes, scooping everything into your cart. Even the cadence of those two syllable words with the pop of the P in them is pleasant: maple, apple, pumpkin (and they form a great acronym of map...

　　That subway car where you once sat on your morning commute might now be a bustling metropolis for the likes of fish, sea turtles, sponges and corals. 　　Did a subway traingo off the rails and plunge into the ocean? No, this is a program in which the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) partnered with the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit...

　　Pizza lovers take note: the annual assessment of prime pies around the world from the experts at 50 Top Pizza has been revealed, and ten U.S. pizza joints have made the list. New York is well-represented, of course, but you can enjoy some of the worlds best pizzas in several other cities across the country. 　　The team of Italian food...

　　Its Friday the 13th tomorrow, so youll need all the good vibes you can muster. Youll need energy to avoid black cats, broken mirrors, spilled salt and other superstitious situations, so head on over to Krispy Kreme to snag a dozen doughnuts for just 13 cents. 　　This Lucky Friday deal at the beloved doughnut chain is just the thing to...

　　From the Himalayan mountains' high elevations to the Deccan jagged mountains, you will find many passes enabling people to traverse the regions. Some of the passes (Himalayan passes are usually called 'La') are difficult to negotiate, some motorable, and some part of historical trade routes. But most are beautiful in their own way. So, if you are travelling to the...