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Saturday, 18 January 2014

Places and sites to Visit in Dubai,UAE

Saturday, 18 January 2014 - 1 Comment

Dubai,UAE
Dubai At Night
About Dubai
Dubai is a city in the United Arab Emirates, located within the emirate of the same name. The emirate of Dubai is located on the southeast coast of the Persian Gulf and is one of the seven emirates that make up the country.

Weather : 21°C, Wind N at 10 km/h, 64% Humidity
The UAE has a sub-tropical, arid climate. Rainfall is infrequent and irregular. Falling mainly in winter, it amounts to some 13 centimeters a year. Temperatures range from a low of about 10 degrees Celsius to a high of 48 degrees Celsius. The mean daily maximum is 24 degrees in January rising to 41 degrees in July.

Currency of Dubai : Dirham

Languages Spoken:Arabic, English, Hindi/Urdu, Malayalam, Tagalog, Pashto, Russian, Chinese, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Marathi, Guajarati ,Punjabi ,Saraiki, Blochi

Where Dubai is Located…

Dubai, the city which has changed over a short period of time from vast areas of sand into a  vibrant city and a destination visited by a constantly increasing number of tourists and even have become one of the best place for tourist to visit.

It is highly important that when tourists visit Dubai they must respect and behave suitably, as the minority group of Emirates as they are very much protective over their culture and traditions. Dubai is gifted with immense natural beauty like the golden sunshine, clear blue waters and silvery beaches a part from that Dubai is famous for it's man made beauty too. The city has all type of modern facilities like world-class hotels, spas, shopping arcades, golf facilities and an upcoming Sports City and many more.

Traditional Dressing of People of Dubai
Traditional Dressing of People of Dubai
The population of Dubai was recorded to be 971,000, in 2001. Nearly 71% of the population are men and 29% is women. The city has a highly cosmopolitan environment and inhabited by Europeans, Asians, people of UAE and other Arab nationals. Lifestyle of Dubai......

Dubai is a unique destination that is both a dynamic business center and a tourist paradise, offering many attractions, shopping, and fine dining options. Dubai is divided into two parts - Deira on the Northern side which has a traditional culture in Dubai and Bur Dubai to the South which has a traditional culture in Dubai as well as the top tourist destination of Jumeirah. The Al Shindagha tunnel which runs under the creek connects the two halves of the city. The landmark developments are very timely to secure the emirate's continued future growth. Dubai has developed a reputation for its bold and innovative approach in the creation of many architectural wonders.

The United Arab Emirates is a part of the khaliji tradition, and is also known for Bedouin folk music.

Dubai is famously known as the entertainment capital of the Middle East which attracts many party lovers from all over the world, especially those who are wealthy enough to splash out on the most expensive bars and clubs in the city.

During celebrations singing and dancing also take place and many of the traditional songs and dances have survived to the present time. Yowalah is the traditional dance of the UAE. Young girls would dance by swinging their long black hair and swaying their bodies in time to the strong beat of the music. Men would re-enact battles fought or successful hunting expeditions, often symbolically using sticks, swords or rifles.

Transportation facilities in Dubai

Places to visit in the Dubai...

•         Burj Al Alam
•         Burj Khalifa
•         The Dubai Fountain
•         Dubai Opera House
•         Dubai Towers
•         Pentominium
•         The Wave Tower
•         Hydropolis
•         Jumeirah Lake Towers
•         Trump International Hotel & Tower
•         Mall of Arabia
•         Dubailand 
•         City of Arabia
•         Dubai Sports City
•         Dubai Metro
•         Palm Islands
•         The Universe
•         Dubai Waterfront
•         World Islands
•         Dubai Marina
•         Business Bay
•         Atlantis, the Palm
•         Falconcity of Wonders
•         Ski Dubai
•         Emirates Office tower
•         The Dubai Mall
•         Jumeirah Beach Hotel
•         Wild WDI Water Park
•         Dubai Creek
•         Dubai Museum
•         Dubai world trade center
•         Dubai Autodrome
•         Madinat Jumeriah
•         Jumeriah Zabeel Saray
•         Dubai Zoo
•         Jumeirah Mosque
•         Palm International Financial Center
•         Falconcity of Wonders
•         Universal studios Dudailand
•         Dubai Dolphinarium
•         Dubai Drydocks
•         Safa Park
•         Saeed Al Maktoum House
•         Jumeirah Golf Estates
•         Emirates Towers
•         Hindu temple Dubai
•         Dream Dubai Marina
•         Ziggurat Pyramid,Dubai
•         Mushrif Park
•         Arabian Canal



Wednesday, 15 January 2014

Places and sites to visit in India

Wednesday, 15 January 2014 - 0 Comments



India
India

India is an independent Asian Country,Located in south Asia with highest population after China. Along with having fascinating history,India is famous for its multi-culture. There are 29 states till 2014 with 7 union territories. People living in Each states have different culture, Lifestyle,speaking different Language and even following different religion celebrating different religious as well as national Festivals through out the year. Thus, India is popular for the slogan 'Unity in Diversity'.

Languages Spoken :  Hindi (National),English(International) and many different local languages is spoken in Individual States.
Currency :  Rupees
Religions: Hinduism,Islam,Shikhish,Christianity,Buddhism,Jainism,Etc..
Location and current Weather… 

Places To visit in India:

  • Jammu Kashmir
  • Punjab
  • Haryana
  • Himachal Pradesh
  • Utter Pradesh
  • Gujarat
  • Madhya Predesh
  • Sikkim
  • Orissa
  • Bihar
  • Jharkhand
·         Goa
·         Rajasthan
·         Maharashtra
·         Tamil Nadu
·         West Bengal
·         Karnataka
·         Kerala
·         Meghalaya
·         Lakshadweep
·         Andaman and Nicobar Island

Places and sites to visit in Thailand

Thailand
Thailand

About Thailand

An Asian country Thailand is located in the south-east Asia with Myanmar (Burma),Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia as a neighboring countries. Thai Kingdom is much famous in south-east Asia. Official name of Kingdom of Thailand is Prathet Thai (Prathet means Country).King and Queen is highly respected by Thai people.
Thai means Free so Thailand means LAND OF THE FREE. The only country in south Asia which was not influenced by British rulers and has fascinating history.

People of Thailand is well known for their Kindness and for friendly smile.Thus visitors of Thailand often addresses Thailand as LAND OF SMILE. Along with fascinating history, Thailand also have rich Cultural and religious background.

It would be best to arm yourself with practical information about Thailand and Thai lifestyle, so as to make the most out of your stay in the country.
It becomes important for the tourist to choose best time to visit Thailand.Few of them choose festivals celebrated in Thailand and generally tourist choose best season to visit Thailand.

Languages spoken: Thai,English
Currency: Thai baht
Religion : Buddhism , Muslims, Hindu, Christian


Places to visit Thailand

  • Bangkok
  • Grand Palace
  • Patong
  • Pattaya
  • Railay Beach
  • Safari WorldEleohant Natural Park
  • Dream world
  • Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition.
·         Bangkok Aquarium
·         Bangkok National Museum
·         Buddha Park
·         Bangkok Art and Culture Center
·         Samutprakam Crocodile Farm ans zoo
·         Erawan Museum
·         Kok river
·         Nong Noock Tropical Botanical Garden

Things to be noted..

·         Beware of scams involving tuk tuks, gem shops, and tailors, particularly around popular tourist attractions. Remember, there is no such thing as a free ride.
·         Its better to flag down taxis that are already driving (the red light means empty); these will generally use the meter while parked taxis typically ask for higher fixed fares or will take you for the proverbial ‘ride’.
·         During the monsoon season months of June through September rains come quickly and heavily, particularly in the afternoon. Adequate footwear and an umbrella are advisable.

Tuesday, 14 January 2014

Places and Sites to visit in Singapore

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Singapore
Singapore

About Singapore

Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is a sovereign city-state and island country in Southeast Asia. It lies off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula and is 137 kilometers north of the equator. Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, since independence it has become one of the world's most prosperous countries and boasts the world's busiest port.

After acquiring independence,Singapore improved Lifestyle,developed tourism up to high extent.Apart Singapore offers Luxurious hotels many Shopping Malls with best quality products.

Climate : 30°C, Wind N at 24 km/h, 70% Humidity
Languages Spoken : English Language, Malay Language, Tamil Language, Standard Mandarin
Currency : Singapore Doller
Religions followed in Singapore : Buddhist 43%, Islam 15%, Taoist 9%, Hindu 4%, Catholic 5%, other Christian 10%, none 15% (2000)

Location and Current Weather...

Places To visit in Singapore :

  • Sentosa
  • Universal Studio
  • Singapore Zoo
  • Singapore Flyer
  • Night Safari
  • Botanical Garden
  • Underwater world
  • Jurong Bird Park
  • Science center
  • Escape Theme park
  • Telok Ayer Market
  • Peranakan Museum
  • Tiger Sky Tower
  • Discovery center
  • Beautiful Reflection at Keppel Bay
  • Shri Marriamman Tample
  • Labrador Nature Reserve
  • Changi Musium
  • Bras Basah MRT station
  • Mint Musium of Toys
  • American Church

Monday, 13 January 2014

Palces and sites to visit in Fiji Island

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Fiji consists of 332 islands in the southwest Pacific Ocean about 1,960 mi (3,152 km) from Sydney, Australia. About 110 of these islands are inhabited. The two largest are Viti Levu (4,109 sq mi; 10,642 sq km) and Vanua Levu (2,242 sq mi; 5,807 sq km).

Fiji is an independent country lying on the border between the Polynesian and Melanesian regions of the Pacific. Fiji is the most populous Pacific island country and hosts a number of regional and international organizations. Tourism dollars are Fiji's main source of income, followed by the sugar and garment industries. It's also rich in gold, coconut oil, seafood and lumber.

Fiji is made up of 332 islands and only 110 are inhabited. Fiji is one of the most developed Pacific Islands and has a strong economy based on mineral extraction and agriculture. Fiji is also a popular tourist destination because of its tropical landscape and it is fairly easy to get to from the western United States and Australia . Its capital, Suva, is four and a half hours flying time north-east of Sydney.
Currency:  Fijian dollar

Official Language Spoken : English Language, Fijian Language, Fiji Hindi

Places to visit in Fiji Island....


  • ·         Kula Eco Park
  • ·         Navua River
  • ·         Sigtoka Sand Dunes
  • ·         Fiji Museum
  • ·         Thurston Gardens
  • ·         Colo-i-Suva Forest Reserve
  • ·         National Stadium

Saturday, 11 January 2014

Palces and sites to visit in BoraBora

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Bora Bora, located about 160 miles northwest ofTahiti and approximately 2,600 miles south ofHawaii, was discovered in 1722, and is arguably the most beautiful island on the planet.  

The island's ancient name of 
Vava'u suggests the original inhabitants of this 7 million year old island arrived fromTonga, and interestingly, there is no "B," in the local Tahitian language, so its actual name isPora Pora, meaning "first born."  

Under the leadership of Admiral Abel Aubert Dupetit Thouars, Bora Bora was named a colony of France in 1842. 


Location of Bora Bora

Places and Sites to visit in Maldives


Maldives
Maldives

About Maldives

Maldives is one of the beautiful island on the globe .It is the group of atolls in the Indian Ocean about 671 km southwest of Sri Lanka. Its 1,190 coral islets stretch over an area of around 90,000 sq km.Maldives has deep blue seas, turquoise reefs, white sandy beaches and palm trees.

Ninety-nine percent of the Maldives is made up of sea. Most of the part of Maldives is for Tourism and agriculture.Now a Days tourism is the largest economic industry on this islands, overtaking established fishing business.Fishing is part of the Indian Ocean culture, heritage and for many in the islands, forms a vital livelihood .Maldives is by far the lowest country on earth With an average ground level of 1,5m above sea level.

In ancient times, the beautiful white shores of the Maldives welcomed lost travelers. Still welcoming, these shores remain, providing a tranquil haven for visitors. The first resort was built in 1972, with the tourism industry flourishing since then. Each resort enjoys its own island thus ensuring that the Maldives are never crowded and the peaceful environment can be experienced by all who visit.

Water surrounding the islands are clear, calm and exceptionally beautiful.The white sand and shallow lagoons mean sunshine reflects off the seabed, creating pools that are a warm, brilliant turquoise. This may also be a reason why Maldives are highly appealing to families, with children and for couples on their Honeymoon.

Maldives is not much popular for shopping.There are few local markets in which some local goods are only available such as homemade sweets and pickles.Handicrafts are also found here, brought in from all around the islands. Luxury goods are duty free, which makes jewellery, watches and cosmetics competitively priced.

Best Time to visit Maldives

Climate: Climate is influenced by monsoons, although bright sunny weather with a sea breeze can be mostly expected with 30°C all year round Sea temperature of 22°C to 28°C.

Language Spoken : Dhivehi, English.

Currency: Maldivian rufiyaa

Religion: South Indian, Sinhalese and Arab influences

Location and Current Weather...

There are regular direct flights from United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, France, Russia, Spain and Switzerland in Europe and from United Arab Emirates and Qatar in the Middle East, and from China, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, India and Sri Lanka in Asia.


Places To visit in Maldives:

  • Thilafushi
  • Villingili
  • Islands
  • Hulhumale
  • Male Friday mosque
  • National museum

Taj Mahal Tourism

Taj Architecture















The Taj Mahal (Crown Palace) is India's most famous structure, and, perhaps the most beautiful piece of architecture in the world. Photographs cannot truly capture the grandeur of this perfectly proportioned tomb of Mumtaz Mahal and its creator, Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal ruler. 

Mumtaz Mahal was the second, and favorite, wife of Shah Jahan (r. 1628-1658). A Persian princess born as Arjuman Banu Begum, she was a significant influence in his life and in his policies. She died at age thirty-nine while giving birth to their fourteenth (some say thirteenth) child in 1631. The ruler went into deep mourning and much of his empire was compelled to do the same. 

Almost immediately there was announced a competition for plans to construct a tomb and shrine worthy of the ruler's beloved. Numerous legends surround the selection of the architect--some even implausibly suggesting that it was a westerner from Italy or France. But although a number of names have been proposed, the architect's name is unknown. It is clear that talent from many parts of the Muslim and western worlds came together in Agra to work on the mausoleum: engineers, carvers, artists, calligraphers, architects, craftsmen of all sorts, and a variety of common laborers. It is estimated that 20,000 people worked on the tomb from 1631 to 1648. Work continued in the adjoining areas until 1653. It should be noted that the Taj Mahal is a total package of tomb, mosque, gardens, gateways and fountains.

Friday, 10 January 2014

Ten Places to vist in Switzerland

Friday, 10 January 2014 - 0 Comments



Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: The Jungfrau Region

1)  The Jungfrau Region
The Jungfrau Region offers spectacular scenery to bewitch the eye. The white peaks of three towering mountains-the Jungfrau, Monch, and Eiger-contrast with the green valleys and meadows in this Alpine wonderland. Enjoy the fresh mountain air while visiting this place.

Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: Chateau de Chillon, Montreux













2) Chateau de Chillon, Montreux
The town of Montreux is located in the heart of the Swiss Riviera on the shores of Lake Geneva. Walk by the lakeside and explore the Chillon Castle, or take a tour of the tower, courtyards, dungeons, and rooms of this eleventh-century castle, the most frequently visited historical building in Switzerland where its numerous rooms house weaponry, frescoes, and furniture. The castle can be reached by walking along the lakefront or taking the train or trolley bus.

Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: Swiss National Park Zernez

3) Swiss National Park, Zernez
The Swiss Natural Park is 169 square kilometres of mountains and woodland. It is home to a variety of wildlife such as large red deer, chamois, ibexes, and marmots. Walk around its trails and admire its breathtaking views.  





















4) Fasnacht Spring Carnival, Basel
Be sure to visit Basel, Switzerland's second largest city for the Fasnacht Spring carnival. Its world-famous three-day carnival features participants in colourful costumes and masks parading in the streets. The carnival starts on the Monday after Ash Wednesday, and cafes and bars are open all night as confetti, sweets, and flowers are thrown to the crowd.
Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: Basel Fasnacht Spring Carnival

Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: Geneva fountain
5) Geneva
Hugging the shores of lovely Lake Geneva, this city is the third biggest in the country. You can find the world's tallest fountain, enchanting museums, and fine restaurants here. For those with a turn towards alternative arts, Geneva is a place not to be missed.


6) The Matterhorn, Zermatt
The most famous peak in the Alps, the Matterhorn in Zermatt stands 4,478 meters high. Mountaineers flock to this town to conquer this technically difficult peak, and Zermatt also offers skiing and beautiful views. There are also non-skiing activities, best restaurants and lots of energetic nightlife for visitors to enjoy.
Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: The Matterhorn, Zermatt

7) St. Moritz
A famous playground of the wealthy, St. Moritz is a winter resort which offers skiing and a variety of summer and winter sports as well as mud and mineral baths and mud therapies. Savour caviar and truffles in some of the resorts' fine restaurants or spa treatment at the Health Spa Centre. This town is also known for its active and expensive nightlife.
Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: St. Moritz
8) Mt. Pilatus
Near the lakeside city of Lucerne stands Mt. Pilatus, a 2,120-meter-tall mountain. Tourists can take a cable car to reach its top and enjoy the thrilling view. It is also a great venue for walking with numerous trails, and the visitors here can witness the spectacular scenery of the Swiss Alps.
Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: Mt. Pilatus

9) St. Gallen
Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: St. GallenAn Irish monk founded St. Gallen in 612 AD. What was once a medieval centre has now grown into the seventh largest city in Switzerland, and this old town has a lot of picturesque buildings, with carved balconies, colourful murals, and relief statues. The large twin-towered cathedral has remarkable ceiling frescoes and stucco designs.

10) The Rhine Falls
Situated near the town of Schaffhausen, Europe's largest waterfalls, is a magnificent natural wonder. Near the falls is the medieval castle, Schoss Laufen, which houses a restaurant, a youth hostel, and shops. On Swiss National Day, 1 August, the Rhine Falls is host to fantastic display of fireworks which attracts thousands of tourists.
Top ten places to visit in Switzerland: The Rhine Falls

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