Highlights from the Nilgiris Earth Festival 2024

Highlights from the Nilgiris Earth Festival 2024

When it comes to conservation messaging, two distinct approaches often emerge. The first is a celebration — showcasing the planet’s wonders, like the comforting bird songs at dawn or the life-giving shade of an ancient forest. It gently reminds us of what stands to be lost. The second approach, stark and urgent, holds up a […]

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The Nilgiris Earth Festival begins from December 19

The Nilgiris Earth Festival begins from December 19

Foraged produce | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Indulge in a feast for the senses and savour a seasonal spread of indigenous cuisines representing the communities of the Nilgiris Biosphere at The Habba, the heart of the four-day event — The Nilgiris Earth Festival (TNEF) which begins December 19. This is the festival that turns the Blue […]

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A session on millets and a self-reflective walk at The Nilgiris Earth Festival

A session on millets and a self-reflective walk at The Nilgiris Earth Festival

Traditional grains and pulses | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement What is Ginkgo walk? “The Ginkgo stroll is traditionally held for haiku writers,” explains Shobhana Kumar, author and poet, adding that it is frequently held with the change of seasons. “In haiku, one usually pulls inspiration from Nature and attempts to construct a bridge between Nature […]

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