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The national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline edged up to $3.707, topping the previous record of $3.671, set on Friday. Gas prices had been hitting almost daily record highs, most recently running up a 17-day streak that ended May 1.

Last week, gas prices resumed their record run as crude oil prices pushed higher.

Drivers now pay, on average, 22% more than they did a year ago, when a gallon of gas cost $3.037, according to AAA.

A number of foreigners were seen visiting the festival and clicking photographs of roses and various plant samples on display. Salma and Nada from Sudan said, “The fest has been well organized.”

The Ride on a camel was also a favorite among the foreign tourists. “It is a unique experience,” said Catherine from Canada.

Dale Kenyon, a tourist from Canada has visited the rose fest regularly.

However, the tourists seem to be ambushed by urchins and beggars in the vicinity. “These beggars are irritating as they do not let us enjoy the festival,” said a lady from Canada.

Most of the tourists preferred to spend time exploring the festival. “We have come to see the people and observe their culture and tradition,” said Catherine.

Source: http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Rose-festivites-attract-foreigne...