Tourism

The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Department has permitted Mandi district to allow commercial paragliding at its famous Prashar and Spenidhar destinations. The department officials also assured that the first notified paragliding spots in Mandi were approved after due inspection. Moreover, several adventure sports will also be started at the paragliding spot, similar to Bir Billing. The officials are confident that these developments will boost… read-more

Goa CM Pramod Sawant has written to the Centre, seeking a special package to revive the pandemic-hit state tourism. Without disclosing the relief amount, the CM said, "We are aware that the tourism industry has been affected by the pandemic and the Centre's support is required for its revival.” He added mining, tourism, industry and agriculture are major contributor to the state revenue of which mining is already shut by the Supreme Court ban… read-more

Maharashtra's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is now open for public viewing after it collaborated with the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation. The 128-year-old BMC headquarters has associated with the Heritage Walk initiative that involves guided tours through the building's historical and architectural significance. Commencing this weekend, tourists can book the tour-tickets on bookmyshow. Interestingly, the tour has been… read-more

The Indian Railways successfully completed the speed trial of its new 'Vistadome' coaches at a speed of 180kmph. Designed by the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), the 44 seated coaches come with a glass rooftop providing a panoramic view. The new tourist coaches are equipped with Wi-Fi, entertainment system, wider and automatic sliding doors to ensure accessibility to PWD’s. Moreover, the ICF is developing 10 coaches to be commissioned to… read-more

Uttarakhand will soon have its first crocodile safari in the Surai forest range of Kumaon district to boost eco-tourism. The authorities have designated safari's location in Khakra Nullah, which passes through the Surai range and is home to a large number of crocodiles. Officials have identified a 750-metre stretch of Nullah and planned to fence the area. Reportedly, the crocodile population in Uttarakhand increased to 451 (2020) from 123 (… read-more