Thursday, August 26, 2010

Liechtenstein

                                            Tiny Liechtenstein boasts outsized views of the Alps.

This alpine microstate bordered by Switzerland to the west and south and Austria to the east is a fastidiously clean and well-ordered principality. • It’s also one of only two (the other is Uzbekistan) “doubly landlocked” nations, that is, bordered entirely by other landlocked nations. • An often overlooked winter-sports destination but a not so often overlooked tax haven, it’s the smallest German-speaking country in the world and the only one that doesn’t share a border with the fatherland.

Macedonia

            The church of St. John the Theologian–Kaneo perches on the rocks above placid Ohrid Lake.

Azerbaijan

                            The harbor of Baku, the capital, is known as the finest on the Caspian Sea.

Costa Rica

                                                      Suspension Bridge, Savegre River

 Thrill-seeking kayakers negotiate a perilous suspension bridge soaring over Costa Rica’s Savegre River, near Manuel Antonio National Park. Snaking through a lush rain forest filled with tropical birds and pristine waterfalls, the Savegre is a spectacular stretch of coastal white water.

Kathmandu, Nepal

                                                       Boudhanath Temple, Kathmandu

In Kathmandu, the devout light oil lamps at Boudhanath, a stupa patterned on a mandala design. Buddhists walk around the sacred monuments clockwise, the same direction a prayer wheel spins.

Prague, Czech Republic

A setting sun bathes Prague and its storied Prazsk Hrad (Prague Castle), which rises on the left. Spared destruction in World War II, much of Prague’s historical center was declared a World Heritage site in 1992.

Prague's intact medieval Old Town connects to an equally well-preserved Lesser Quarter by way of a 14th-century stone bridge—all brooded over by a castle that’s part Disneyland and part Franz Kafka. In the 1989 Velvet Revolution, this “city of 100 spires” (more like 500) awoke like a modern-day Rip Van Winkle in the heart of Europe—shrugging off decades of slumber under first the Nazis and then the Communists and, centuries before that, the Habsburgs. Prague drips with history, but it’s hardly a museum piece. The booming tourist industry has fed a revival of the city’s arts and museums, and made its hotels and restaurants the envy of Central Europe.

Vancouver, Canada

                    With 2.6 million residents in the metro area, Vancouver is the third largest city in Canada.

Set amid a backdrop of snow-flecked mountains, dripping rain forest, and sandy beaches, Vancouver is, as the tourist brochures say, “Spectacular by nature.” Steadily earning accolades as one of the world’s most livable cities, Vancouver has it all: superb restaurants, world-class shopping, recreation to boggle the mind, and remarkable cultural diversity. It’s no wonder that TV and film crews flock to this city of extremes. With the West Coast’s busiest port, the fairest weather in Canada, and an open-door policy to anyone from someplace else, the city is no stranger to growth. As the ships slide in and out of port, so do the visitors, coming to ski and hike, enjoy the arts, eat fresh seafood, and soak up the surrounding beauty. As host to the 2010 Winter Olympics, Vancouver is poised to garner even more international attention.

Madrid, Spain

Madrid’s Gran Vía buzzes with activity 24/7, fronting shops from high-end to gritty and hotels for all budgets. Along the Vía you’ll also find grand cinemas that host Spain’s red carpet film premieres.

Like the best tapas bars, Madrid offers a selection of delights so tempting it reduces even the most seasoned traveler to giddiness. On one glorious stretch of boulevard, it houses three of the world’s greatest art museums. It boasts Western Europe’s largest Royal Palace and its most audacious gay pride parade. Get lost in the 16th-century cobblestoned streets around Plaza Mayor, the über-trendy boutiques of Chueca, the upscale chic of Salamanca, and the medieval elegance of La Latina. Dine on cutting-edge cuisine in a world-famous culinary temple or join locals in a gritty corner bar where the simple tapas come in huge portions and everyone throws their napkins on the floor. Begin a night out at 10 p.m. with a heart-stirring flamenco performance and finish at 6 a.m. with pulse-racing techno. Madrid is a city that locals proudly claim never sleeps. Except, that is, during siesta. Do like they do and take a nap—it is key to truly living la vida madrileña.

Saturday, August 21, 2010

Las Vegas, Nevada

The Las Vegas Strip, a 4.5-mile stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard, is home to some of the world’s largest hotels.



    Believe it or not, Las Vegas is almost all grown up. Gone are the days when dingy casinos, cheap steaks, penny slot machines, and topless shows were all “Sin City” offered. They say, “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” But you don’t need an alibi—or an excuse—to visit one of the country’s fastest growing metropolitan areas. Even for those who don’t gamble, this artificial desert oasis whimsically caters to all tastes, with outrageous nightclubs, luxuriant spas, superstar chefs’ restaurants, bling-bling boutiques, skyscraping thrill rides, and even educational museums and wildlife preserves. The Strip featuring glam casino resorts is the city’s spine, while old-school downtown still captures a vintage Vegas vibe.

Atlanta, Georgia

Many of Atlanta’s 1,050 miles (1,689 kilometers) of streets are lined with flowering dogwood trees that bloom each spring.



    For a sprawling city with the nation’s ninth-largest metro area, Atlanta is surprisingly lush with trees—magnolias, dogwoods, Southern pines, and magnificent oaks. Its mix of antebellum architecture and sexy glass high-rises reflects the paradox of the place; Atlanta is an ever-evolving city, honing her identity as she grows. Though steeped in Civil War history and a devotion to Southern hospitality, Atlanta is also a hotbed of upscale shopping, creative cuisine, and an exploding arts scene. Locals are passionate about college and professional sports, but also about foie gras, collard greens, and pecan pie. Neighborhoods like trendy Virginia-Highland and upscale Buckhead share cultural space with alternative Little Five Points and East Atlanta Village. The heart of the southeast has a captivating intersection of liberals and conservatives, blacks and whites. New attractions—the Georgia Aquarium, Atlantic Station, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center, and the recently redeveloped World of Coca-Cola—show that Atlanta, ever re-defining itself, has no plans to rest on its laurels.

San Diego, California

                      The dawn light washes over downtown San Diego, as seen from Harbor Island.

The first European settlement on the West Coast, now America’s eighth-largest city, San Diego no longer chooses to be defined solely by 70 miles (112 kilometers) of beaches, supreme weather, a forward-leaning zoo, or its naval history. Though denizens still cling to a pair of flip-flops, in the past decade the city’s economy has been boosted by biotech and telecom industries—the influx of high-paying jobs produced an incursion of talent and fresh perspective, allowing the city to blossom culturally, with money filtering into the arts and helping the dining scene flourish. Downtown’s revitalization has been most dramatic, originating in the Gaslamp Quarter, followed by a new ballpark in 2004 and block after block of restaurants, hotels, and condos, turning the city into a major convention destination. But the city’s finest asset, its outdoor recreation areas, thrive close by and are a top attraction for those who invest the time to discover them.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Stockholm, Sweden

A 19th-century ferryboat transports visitors to the Gröna Lund Tivoli Amusement Park from Old Town.

Building a city on a collection of islands may have its logistical drawbacks; but no visitor to Stockholm will miss the most obvious peacetime benefit—space. There is an airy feel to the downtown that comes from the waters pretty much having been left alone to provide breathing space between neighborhoods. As the big brother of Sweden and most of Scandinavia, Stockholm is both despised and admired—as older siblings tend to be—but is supremely oblivious to it. Strong and confident, equally trendy and historic, and achingly beautiful come summer, this self-proclaimed “Capital of Scandinavia” counts among its treasures the Nobel Prize, more than 100 museums and attractions, and Europe’s largest royal palace, the official residence of His Majesty the King of Sweden.

Shanghai, China


Symbol of Shanghai’s international heritage, the river-skirting Bund area has been a popular site for European and U.S. businesses since the late 19th century, when it grew into a major Asian financial center.

Today’s Shanghai is a model of progress—not just in China but in all the world. In just a few short decades, the city—known in pre-communist years for its glitz and glamour—has reestablished itself as one of Asia’s most vibrant, forward-thinking, and cosmopolitan places to visit. “This is a city with its foot on the accelerator 24 hours a day, blasting off into the future at speeds that leave little time for nostalgia,” says local journalist Richard Baimbridge. But if you really want nostalgia, among the thrumming nightlife and gourmet restaurants, Shanghai has that, too: Neoclassical architecture, Mao memorabilia, historic museums, authentic food down gritty alleyways—all these and more await.

kyoto, japan

Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion)
Kyoto was Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. It is now the country's seventh largest city with a population of 1.4 million people and a modern face.

Over the centuries, Kyoto was destroyed by many wars and fires, but due to its historic value, the city was dropped from the list of target cities for the atomic bomb and spared from air raids during World War II. Countless temples, shrines and other historically priceless structures survive in the city today.

Koh Kong Conservation Corridor, cambodia

Koh Kong Conservation Corridor Information

A journey to Koh Kong is a chance to weave through its manifold forest and catch a glimpse of some of the breathtaking sights of the Cardamon Mountains - its lush jungle, beautiful river crossings, rapid waterfalls and the abundance of some endangered wildlife such as the Indochinese tiger (Panthera tigris corbetti), Siamese crocodiles, pangolins and some species of turtles and tortoises.

The Koh Kong Conservation Corridor is a relatively brand new and largely unexplored destination. Most traveler crossing the Thai border would pass through it, not once paying attention. Times, however, have changed. Offering a vast wealth of eco-tourism, adventure and beach hoping possibilities, the Koh Kong is one of the most convenient starting grounds to explore Cambodia's uncharted territories.

An adventurous trip to the nearby mangrove forest and boating further upstream to the spectacular Tatai waterfalls, can be a worthwhile experience after a long trek to the steep slopes and the deep gorge of Cardamon. The Tuo Kokir Rapids and the impressive jungle ravine of Kbal Chhay Falls are situated farther upriver.

Although all these trips start out on tarmac they will soon end up in off-road conditions in Cambodia - rocks, ruts, ridges and steep inclines. The most amazing factor is that these marvelous sights draw lots of tourists despite of several inconveniences.

Fernando de Noronha, brazil

                                                                    Noronha Beaches
A trip to Fernando de Noronha is comparable to a dream coming true.

A tropical island, 545 km away from the coast of the Brazilian State of Pernambuco, some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, a bit more than 2,000 inhabitants and where the tourism is developped in a sustainable way, creating the opportunity of an equilibrated meeting between man and nature in one of the most important ecologic sanctuaries of the world.
                                                                   Diving in Noronha
For enjoying the numberless natural attractions and experiencing a little bit of the history of our colonization, a trip to Noronha requires at least 5 days. There are countless activitiy and tour options, which satisfy different people and offer to the visitor the chance to see all natural beauties of the islands.
                                                                   Noronha Beaches

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

mexico tourist area

Mexico is a huge country with interesting locales. Tourists to Mexico will not get bored as the country has a lot to offer in terms of tourism, which in fact is a very large industry. Major tourist attractions in Mexico range from the ancient Meso-American ruins to the attractive beach resorts. What attracts tourists to Mexico is its climate and unique culture.

Crowds flock to Mexico during mid-summer and December considered peak months for tourists. Sun bathers are frequent visitors to Mexico harbor coastlines where there are numerous stretches of beaches. The most popular beach destination is on the Yucatan peninsula. Located here is the resort town of Cancun, very famous amongst university students during spring recess. Be sure not to miss out the historic port of Tulum on a day tour of the south of Cancun. Apart from the beaches in Tulum, you can also visit the cliff-side Mayan ruins. Isla Mujeres and Isla Holbox are beach islands which figure prominently on a Mexico tour.

Tourists will be impressed with the enthusiasm with which fetes and festivals are celebrated in Mexico. As a tourist you are in for a treat as each region in Mexico has a special dish of its own. Mexico hotels in major cities serve national specialties as well as international cuisines. Nightlife in Mexico is a visual treat for the eyes for its exciting vibrancy. Avenida Insurgentes, the longest avenue in Mexico City is one of the main nightspots. The Mexican nightlife will impress you with its top entertainers, international shows, jazz groups and Mexican music. Coffee aficionados can stop by at the Condessa district to sip some coffee at its nice coffee shops and restaurants. The best for youngsters is Acapulco known as the ‘the city that never sleeps’ filled with bars and discos.

travel mexico

Mexico; formerly known as Estados Unidos Mexicanos (United Mexican State) has 1500 mile long border with the US, and is situated in North America. The total area of Mexico country is 750,000 sq. miles. It is said that Mexico is the ‘Paradise for Tourists’.

Deserts, snow-capped volcanoes of Popocatépetl and Ixtaccíhuatl, crowded modernized cities, ostentatious resorts, lovely white-sand beaches and a marvelous collection of flora and fauna are the attractions for the tourists. Each year about 4-5 million tourists visit Mexico. A journey to Mexico might not be expensive, unlike other countries of the world. There are hotels, transportation and food available at variable rates. Mexico City, Acapulco, Cancun, Guadalajara, Playa Del Carmen, Merida are the cities, towns and villages of Mexico.

Mexico City
Mexico City is the world’s largest city, located at Tenochtitlan-The Capital City built by Aztecs. This international city has got sight-seeing places like parks, museums, huge colonial buildings, an Aztec pyramid, restaurants, resorts and lovely nights. If you do not like to enjoy these places, then you can roam about on the roads, face polluted air, traffic jams and a large Mexican population, 24 hours a day.

In Mexico City, there are many places to visit like, Zocalo Chapultepec Museum, Guadalupe Shrine, Tulancingo, Pyramid of Niches, you can also take a boat ride at Xochimilco.

ACAPULCO
Nahua Indians-The Predecessor of the Aztecs, discovered Acapulco. It’s a favorite place with wide-spread warm water beaches with a sun shine. Acapulco is an ideal sight for the beach lovers. If sun does not shine then it becomes as dark as night.

Cancun
Cancun is basically a costal city of Mexico, and is the hottest tourist preference. The city is situated along a beautiful coast. For beach lovers, it’s a perfect place for vacations. You can enjoy the white sand along with the contrast of blue waters. It is a great opportunity to enjoy the world under water. You can go deep in the water for a swim, or take sunbath. Cancun has got 150 luxurious hotels. These hotels are equipped with international standards and are expensive ones. But you can also find some low cost hotels also. At Cancun, you can have a chance to swim with dolphins, sharks and manatees.

Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen is located at Mexicana Caribbean coast, 60 km South from Cancun. It is also known as Xaman Ha (waters of the North) and is the exciting part of Maya World. Playa del Carmen is gifted with perfect white sand and crystal-clear Caribbean waters. It is a place where you can really get the natural beauty.

Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the second most populated city of Mexico, and is also the capital city of the State of Jalisco. This place has got an ideal climate. Days are hot and shiny, while nights are cool and clear. Guadalajara-The City of Roses contains parks, fountains, plazas, and wide tree-lined boulevards are sprinkled about the city.

Merida
Merida is also known as ‘White City’ because there are white limestone and white paints all over the city. Merida is the capital city of State of Yucatan. The people of Merida are warm-hearted and friendly. There is no concept of crimes and thefts. The biggest problem you will face is finding a hotel appropriate to your budget. Merida is a place to enjoy Mexican culture.

Mexico is a tremendous destination to explore either with family or along with friends. There exist blue waters, bars, restaurants, parks and museums where you can have fun filled days and nights. One hasn’t seen this wonderful place must come once and enjoy this sight-seeing place.

Tanah Lot - Enjoying The Beatiful Sunset in indonesia

Sightseeing is very convenient when enjoyed in the sun will sink or sunset, because the shadow of the sunset reflecting in the sea at the back of Tanah Lot will create beautiful scenery with a silhouette.

Tanah Lot Temple is sea temple a place of worship the gods of the sea and guard one part of Sad Kahyangan Temple, Temples are that the joints island of Bali. Here are two located at Temple on a large rock, one located above the boulder and the other is located on the cliffs similar to Uluwatu Temple.

According to legend, this temple was built in the 16th century by Danghyang Nirartha, a Brahmin pilgrims from Java, who managed to strengthen the belief of the Balinese Hindus will be teaching and developing these Sad Kahyangan (heaven). Bendesa Beraben, Tanah Lot is the ruler at that moment envied Danghyang Nirartha as most followers of the ruler of the land lots began to leave the leader and turn to Danghyang Nirartha. Finally Bendesa Beraben asked Dahyang Nirartha to leave the Tanah Lot. But before leaving Tanah Lot, Danghyang Nirartha use its power to move the boulder into the middle of the beach and to build temple there. Danghyang Nirartha also change the scarf that has become a snake temple guard, who was still alive and still exists today. This snake scientifically including sea snakes that have the characteristics of a flat tail like a fish, striped black and yellow and has a poison 3 times stronger than a cobra, but has its own mystical value. According to people belief, if there are people who come to intend evil, the snake will show up in the form of a giant snake around the Tanah Lot Temple. If you want to see the snake, you can ask permission to Pedanda (Temple guards priest) because not everyone can see these mythical snake. In addition, here is the source of water which according to belief will make us stay young when washing the face with water. Temple ceremony or feast day is celebrated in this temple every 210 days, the same as pretending to others. The ceremony close to the celebration of Galungan and Kuningan, precisely at the Buddhist Holy Day Cemeng Langkir. At that time, people will be busy praying at Temple is.

North of Tanah Lot temple is any temple located on the cliff that jutted into the sea. This cliff temple connect with the land and shaped like a bridge. Tanah Lot, famous as a beautiful place to watch the sunset. Will usually bustling tourist arriving in the afternoon to see the beauty of the sunset here.

Location:
Beraban village, district of Kediri, Tabanan regency, around 13 km west of Tabanan.

bali tourist destinations

As one of the areas for the number one tourist destination in Indonesia, Bali has many tourist objects that can be a choice for holiday purposes and. The following brief information about the great sights and interesting in the island of the gods

Bali is a paradise place in Indonesia for the purpose of tourist travel. In addition to providing a complete fasislitas to support the Bali tourism destination in bali most are in better governance. This indicates that Bali is very serious in improving the quality associated with the Indonesian tourism. Visited tourist attraction in Bali an option if you include people who like to visit the place where to travel and holidays
                                                                         kintamani
Kintamani, a tourist destination in Bali which is located in Bangli regency, in a cynical you can see a very beautiful lake. With beautiful background of mountains and lake Batur is the beautify smoke atmosphere. Do not miss to visit juag Toya Bungkah tourist attraction and also the famous Trunyan with a unique burial system.

- Dreamland Beach
Dreamland Beach Sightseeing in the Sabie area, Pecatu very famous for beautiful beaches and challenging waves. For those who like sports surf, this place is one of the favorite places in Bali. If you visit Bali do not miss to visit tourist attractions around this place like GWK, Uluwatu Temple, Beach and Beach SULUBAN Nyangnyang.

Thursday, August 12, 2010

Trafalgar Square, London with Nelson's Column

London's most famous square was laid out in 1829 to 1841 to commemorate Nelson's victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Dominating the square, on a column that is 185 feet high, is the 17 foot high statue of Nelson himself

Around the base of the column are the four giant bronze lions by Landseer. Around the sides of the square are the church of St Martin's in the Fields (left) and the National Gallery (right) which houses one of the world's richest collections of paintings

SKY TERRACE OVERVIEW HONGKONG

 
                                      THE HIGHEST 360 VIEWING TERRACE IN TOWN
 
The Sky Terrace, standing at 428 metres above sea level, is the highest viewing platform in Hong Kong offering a stunning 360-degree panoramic view across the Hong Kong. Whether you visit The Peak in the morning, afternoon or nighttime, The Sky Terrace is a scenic spot that you could not miss!

An added attraction on the terrace is The Sky Gallery, which now displays 17 historical photos, through which you can step back in time to the old Hong Kong and see how our Hong Kong has changed.
The best way to enjoy the ultimate Peak experience is Peak Tram Sky Pass, offering you enjoyment of the fabulous panoramic views of Hong Kong from The Sky Terrace, the highest 360° viewing platform in Hong Kong and a trip on the famous Peak Tram. With the Peak Tram Sky Pass, you can enjoy more Peak experiences at a discount price sold at Garden Road Peak Tram Lower Terminus or appointed travel agents. You can also purchase a Sky Terrace admission ticket at the Customer Service Counter (G/F) in The Peak Tower.

The Sky Terrace West Deck is also open for booking as a party venue, which is an unparalleled choice for all kinds of private party and business gathering, making it possible the city's "highest" parties.

The peak tram overview

OVER 120 YEARS OF TRAMWAY EXCELLENCE

The venerable Peak Tram is, as most passengers agree, the only way to truly experience the beauty of Hong Kong's natural wonders. Tens of millions of people from every corner of the globe have taken the ride, which affords a uniquely spectacular perspective of the city.

Located also at the Garden Road Peak Tram Lower Terminus is The Peak Tram Historical Gallery. Open in September, 2007, The Peak Tram Historical Gallery is like a time tunnel with more than 200 memorabilia exhibited. Divided into 15 theme sections, it will take you back to Hong Kong in the 19th and 21st century. The first day of commercial operation on May 30th, 1888, attracted 600 passengers.