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Showing 1 - 15 results of 27 for "Charukesi Ramadurai"

Pay the Grand Canyon a visit via Google Earth. Corbis

The age of armchair travel: How to see the world from the safety of your own home

Flights might be grounded, but our imaginations are not. Here are six ways to fulfil your wanderlust without leaving the house

April 4, 2020

Sheki was a pit stop on the Silk Road. Getty

Shebeke and the Silk Road: exploring the unparalleled crafts of Sheki, Azerbaijan

Exploring the unparalleled crafts of Sheki, Azerbaijan Sheki is one of the oldest cities in the Caucasus region, believed to date back to the late Bronze Age, circa 700 BC

January 10, 2020

The sprawling facade of the Figuerado mansion, with balconies running along either side. Courtesy Charukesi Ramadurai

Historic houses: the tales that Goan-Portuguese mansions tell

Rather than the crowds, chaos and beach parties that this coastal state is known for, Charukesi Ramadurai explores Goa's Indo-Portuguese architecture

August 16, 2019

Comparing the tradition of art deco in Miami and Mumbai

An absorbing tour reveals a collection of bold structures and architectural treasures in Miami, a city that’s home to the world’s highest number of art deco buildings

February 28, 2019

24 Hours in Mexico City

With its exciting museums and cutting-edge cuisine, there’s enough to keep you intrigued

November 21, 2018

Malecon, Havana’s 7-kilometre promenade, doubles as the city’s al fresco lounge. Getty Images

24 Hours in Havana, Cuba

The Cuban capital has always had cultural appeal, but as it approaches its 500th anniversary, there are smart hotels and restaurants too

November 14, 2018

Coffee berries left out for dry processing on a farm in Coorg, India. Bloomberg

Coorg: a journey to the heart of India's coffee region

We head to where the beans grow in India to discover the country’s nuanced flavours

October 18, 2018

A view of old Bikaner from a rooftop in the heart of the city. Charukesi Ramadurai

Where to eat, sleep and shop in Bikaner, Rajasthan, India

This city in north-central Rajasthan lies in the Thar Desert and is 385 kilometres from the capital New Delhi, but it is worth a detour

February 9, 2018

The Ganges River at sunset in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India. Getty Images

My Kind of Place: Rishikesh, India

Made famous by The Beatles in the late 1960s, this small town offers big rewards

January 4, 2018

The Golden Temple, also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, in Amritsar is said to attract more visitors per day than the Taj Mahal. Getty Images

My Kind of Place: Amritsar, India

A guide to Amritsar, the largest city in the north Indian state of Punjab and a direct Etihad destination.

December 14, 2016

Autorickshaws in Ahmedabad. Located on the banks of the Sabarmati River, the Indian city is a major hub for the textiles trade. Alamy

My Kind of Place: Ahmedabad, India

Visiting a place where visitors and locals alike celebrate festivals in style.

November 24, 2016

Escape the dusty plains and heat of the summer with a trip to Ooty hill station in Tamil Nadu, India. Dinodia Photos / Alamy Stock Photos

My Kind of Place: Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India

Enjoy a slower pace of life at the hill station Ooty with lakes and tea estates.

August 24, 2016

A handout image of Rajinikanth in Lingaa (Courtesy: Eros International)

Star in their eyes: new documentary looks at Rajinikanth’s besotted fans

Filmmaker Rinku Kalsy talks about her new film which follows the devoted fans who worship the Tamil superstar.

December 23, 2014

The comedian Neeti Palta. Courtesy Neeti Palta

Desi stand-up comics on the rise in India and beyond

Charukesi Ramadurai talks to several stand-up comedians who are part of a new generation ready to laugh at themselves

August 31, 2014

Buddhist monks walk on a road in Stok, 20 km north of Leh. Fayaz Kabli / Reuters

India’s top cultural events of 2014

Charukesi Ramadurai lists India’s top 10 festivals this year — dedicated to everything from books to street food. Book a flight and join in the celebrations

January 13, 2014

Energy

The Trucial States' cholera epidemic laid the foundations of much of our healthcare systems, and influenced the UAE's coronavirus response. Getty Images

Quarantine in 1947: the story of the Middle East's cholera outbreak

Arts&Culture

Will Ferrell in 'Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga'; Eve Hewson and Eva Green in 'The Luminaries'; and Joy Koy's latest comedy special are just three things coming to UAE streaming sites this June. BBC, Netflix

What TV shows and films can you stream in the UAE this June?

Television

Emirates will resume passenger flights to nine cities in eight counties on May 21. Courtesy Emirates

Emirates to fly to 12 Arab countries from July

Travel

Seeing a carefully built career disappear through no fault of your own can be very stressful, but it can also be the catalyst for a fresh start. Getty Images

Lost your job? What you need to ask yourself to secure a new role amid Covid-19

Money

MENA

Sunseekers flock to Jumeirah beach on Friday. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dubai and Abu Dhabi restrictions: what you can and can’t do

Health

Emirates to fly to 12 Arab countries from July

Travel

Part of Abu Dhabi captured on May 29, 2020, by the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites. Courtesy: ESA

Striking images of Abu Dhabi landmarks captured from space

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The age of armchair travel: How to see the world from the safety of your own home

Shebeke and the Silk Road: exploring the unparalleled crafts of Sheki, Azerbaijan

Historic houses: the tales that Goan-Portuguese mansions tell

Comparing the tradition of art deco in Miami and Mumbai

24 Hours in Mexico City

24 Hours in Havana, Cuba

Coorg: a journey to the heart of India's coffee region

Where to eat, sleep and shop in Bikaner, Rajasthan, India

My Kind of Place: Rishikesh, India

My Kind of Place: Amritsar, India

My Kind of Place: Ahmedabad, India

My Kind of Place: Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India

Star in their eyes: new documentary looks at Rajinikanth’s besotted fans

Desi stand-up comics on the rise in India and beyond

India’s top cultural events of 2014

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