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Cherry blossoms hit peak bloom in Washington DC

Cherry blossoms hit peak bloom in Washington DC

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

The iconic pale pink flowers have bloomed and Washington, DC hasn't looked this beautiful.

Japan's cherry blossoms take our breath away

Japan's cherry blossoms take our breath away

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

The flowers are a national symbol of Japan, and the annual display draws huge crowds -- and the attention of social media users.

And then there was Rajkumar Rao

And then there was Rajkumar Rao

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

The National Award-winning actor walked the runway for Kunal Anil Tanna.

Coronavirus leaves top tourist sites eerily deserted

Coronavirus leaves top tourist sites eerily deserted

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

More than 86,000 people worldwide have been infected with the novel coronavirus and the global death toll is nearing 3,000. To try to prevent the spread of the virus, local governments have been closing tourist attractions that normally draw large crowds. World-famous destinations such as the Great Wall of China and the Venetian canals resemble ghost towns. As new coronavirus cases are confirmed daily, more closures and cancellations are expected. For the most up-to-date information on the status of an attraction or event, check the institution's or event's main web page.

Top moments from the week gone by

Top moments from the week gone by

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

Here's a collection of some of the best photos, taken last week, from around the globe.