Travellers' World Magazine - October 2022

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Travellers' World OCTOBER SPECIAL ISSUE
FESTIVAL SPECIAL

DURGAPUJO IN KOLKATA

One of the biggest festivals in Eastern India Durgapujo has gone much beyond religious sentiments and prayers. For the Bengalee communities, no matter which part of the world they live in, Durgapujo is a festival of celebration of life, merriment, romance, food and much more. Travelers from across the world come to visit India to experience and be a part of this unique festivity and bring back memories to cherish forever. Recently (2021) Durgapujo in Kolkata wins another jewel in the crown as being in the list of Representatives of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. TW brings to you a glimpse of the carnival that happens in India and around the world.

1 min

DURGAPUJO IN BENGALURU

The IT hub of India, Karnataka's capital Bengaluru has long been a cosmopolitan city in the true sense of the term.

2 mins

ER DURGAPUJO IN MUMBAI

Durga Pujo celebrates the spirit of humanity, inclusion, tolerance, diversity and love. In Mumbai. Nothing binds the Probashee Bangali community like the Pujo, diverse people from varied backgrounds work in harmony to welcome 'the Mother'

1 min

DURGAPUJO IN LONDON

We Bengalis carry Durgapuja wherever we go. Durgapuja is more than a religious event for us-it has been interwoven in our emotions with every thread of our living.

1 min

The Festival Of Rain Flowers - Onam

The biggest festival in the state of Kerala Onam is also known as the festival of rain flowers. Lishin Anoop writes about the essence of the ten-day long festival celebrated across the state and many parts of the country.

1 min

DIWALI IN DILLI

The Crown of all the festivals in Northern India is none other than the festival of LightsDiwali. As soon as the season of late autumn breaks in, the mood of festivity grips every countryman no matter where they live. And the excitement and celebration reach their peak on the day of Diwali

2 mins

THE PROSTRATION FESTIVAL

Far away from the maddening rush, up above the clouds echos in the upper Himalayan mountains the mystic sound - \"OM MANE PADME HUM\". Kalpana Chatterjee is one of those lucky travelers who experienced this beautiful festival in Ladakh.

2 mins

Festival of Lights in the Hills

Being in Darjeeling during the festive days offers a unique experience of tradition.

2 mins

Fado and Mando A musical evening in Panjim

If India as they call it, is the land of Festivals Panjim can well be the epicenter of celebration. Goa has always been branded with the celebration of life and a place to enjoy. Tania Banerjee took us on to journey right in heart of a musical evening in Panjim.

2 mins

THE OCTOBER FEST

The first October fest was held on October 12, 1810, to commemorate the union of Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen and Crown Prince Louis of Bavaria.

3 mins

Rebulding the Trust

The hospitality industry in India is fighting back on its feet after the disastrous effect of the Pandemic worldwide. Ms. Parinita Samanta, Director, of Marketing and Communications at Pullman and Novotel Aerocity spoke to TW on how Pullman New Delhi Aerocity is assuring a safe and comfortable experience for the clients along with the smooth adaptation of new norms and changes in the sector.

3 mins

Festive Food

India can literally be called the Land of Festivals. If there is one thing that is synonymous with any festival, it's food. Every festival is identified with the food items that are prepared.

2 mins

The Western Ghats

An avid bird and butterfly watcher, Traveller and Photographer K Sravan Kumar shares valuable tips for your next trip to the amazingly beautiful WESTERN GHATS in India

4 mins

Golfing Paradise

Paradise on Earth, Kashmir is also a unique destination to \"embark on a love affair with golf\". Anirban Dasgupta takes you through another side of the heavenly abode in the Himalayas.

3 mins

REJUVENATING THE LEGACY

It was another jewel in the crown for ' Kolkata Durgapujo' in 2021 when it was included in UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. TW's Debjani Aich and Parama Dasgupta spoke to Tapati Guha Thakurta, Director and Professor in History, Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, who created the dossier that led to the official inclusion by UNESCO.

5 mins

The Green Canvas of Nature

The hidden gem of Rajasthan is indeed an example of unique biodiversity. The dense forest, wild animals, rich flora and fauna, waterfalls, ancient temple and action-packed train journey-Raoli Tadghar has everything you need for a memorable vacation in nature. Anirban Dasgupta shares his experience of this amazing destination.

5 mins

The Chronicle Of Burger

Viren D'Silva a brand communication specialist with an experience of over twenty years in various management roles in the sports industry joined hands with Sijo Mathew in building their dream project of "India's most loved burger brand". TW's Mohua Kar in conversation with Viren D'Silva on the idea behind GFB and the challenges and opportunities in today's extremely sensitive as well as dynamic ket scenario in the FnB segment.

3 mins

The Clearrio Advantage

Manu Sasidharan, Head of Hotels, Cleartrip spoke to Anirban Dasgupta on the 'road to recovery of the hospitality sector and how Cleartrip is all prepared to serve its customers in tune with the new norms, advanced technology and customer service.

3 mins

K- Connect

Korea Tourism Organisation (KTO) is committed to promoting tourism promotion initiatives in India and SAARC countries. TW's Editor spoke to Mr. Young-geul Choi, Director, Korea Tourism Organization, New Delhi on post-pandemic plans and strategies for tourism in South Korea.

2 mins

A RESPLENDENT EXPERIENCE WITH RENJITH HADLEE

In September I undertook a rather interesting journey to the wilds of South India. The focus wasn't tigers or even elephants, but something much smaller and absolutely stunning - frogs, both big and small in the company of a gentleman who curates it, with responsible tourism & awareness creation being the base of it all. Let's meet - Renjith Hadlee.

3 mins

The Other Corbett

Edward James Corbett the British author was known for his hunting skills and for killing a number of man-eating tigers and leopards across the Indian forests. Behind the stories of all those thrilling hunting adventures sometimes we miss noticing the great man that Cornett had been. Arunabha Dasgupta writes about Jim Corbett the great humanitarian, nature lover, writer and someone who always loved India as his own country.

2 mins

Fight Jet Lag

Travelling for work, pleasure and holidays is exciting but can also have a downside to it. Maintaining good sleep is essential to make the best enjoyment out of your trip. It is common to struggle with sleep while travelling especially if you cross more than two time zones. There are effects on the sleep clocks due to crossing of time zones which need special attention. Frequent flying and travel with frequent sleep disturbances can increase the risk for cardiac diseases, diabetes, stroke, obesity, hypertension, gastritis and other sleeprelated issues as seen in obstructive sleep apnea.