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- 10 FebAdam in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Experiencing Belgium as a Visitor for 10 days
Bruges, Belgium
Belgium in north-western Europe is one of the most flourished nations in the continental Europe. It is neighbored by France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and the North Sea. Brussels at the center of Belgium is the country’s capital. Conversely, the political law of the nation doesn’t allow Belgium to have a capital city as it is overlapped by the boundaries of different regions, each of which has their own capital. I spent 10 days of my vacation in Belgium and it was a wonderful experience.
… - 04 Apr
The traveler’s guide to Mumbai
The charming and vast Mumbai
Some metropolises can be described in one word, despite their size: New York is glamorous, Paris is romantic, London is dignified. But Mumbai, one of the largest cities on the planet, is difficult to qualify.
The capital of Maharashtra is a maddening tangle of ancient history and traditions, of modern technology and architecture, of extreme riches and poverty. You are as likely to find luxury brand shops and bustling bazaars, and questionable street food as fine dining.
Few people can visit Mumbai for the first time without feeling the weight of it. It takes time to get used to the chaos, but once you do, Mumbai seems like the most enjoyable place on the planet. Here’s a traveler’s guide to Mumbai for those who plan on jumping head first into this amazing city. …
- 27 Oct
The most picturesque destinations in Turkey
Turkey
Turkey is like a dream come true for history buffs, who can lose themselves in stories of battles both real and legendary, ancient ruins, empires and conquests. And it is also a place where a traveler can unwind, laze around on a beach or in a hammam,waste entire afternoons browsing through bazaars or pampering their stomachs with delicious foods.
Turkey is a great place to indulge in life’s simple pleasures, and even spending some time in one of the most picturesque destinations in Turkey can make your day. So pack your map, camera and other traveler gear, and prepare to discover one of the most interesting countries in the world. …
- 02 Aprkachou_n in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 tourist attractions in Bogota
Bogota as its finest
Bogota, and Colombia in general, has a far worse reputation then it deserves, so it’s not really surprising that many travelers tend to avoid it. Colombia’s capital is infamous for its various underworld-related stories, most of which are not likely to be true anyway.
In fact, Bogota is a very pleasant holiday destination, and it is far from being a city without history or culture. If you are looking for an educational and fun holiday in South America, Bogota might just be the perfect destination for you. Here are the top 5 tourist attractions in Bogota. …
- 11 Marandra88 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Amazing places: Ushuaia, Argentina
photo by Acaro
Ushuaia is the capital of Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego, an archipelago off the southern tip of the South American continent. Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the entire world, in addition to being the tourist center of Tierra del Fuego, and an excellent base for excursions to Antarctica.
The city used to be a missionary base, penal colony and naval base, but today it is a cosmopolitan place with nice restaurants, and even casinos, but its main merit is for being in the middle of an area full of natural beauty. So here’s our next article in the series of Amazing Places: Ushuaia, Argentina. …
- 06 Martibi60 in Amazing Places | 2 COMMENTS
Travel destinations for spiritual holidays
Rara Lake, by Ardahal.nitw
More often than not, traveling is a great way to relieve stress, and to relax your mind and sometimes your body. What most people look in a successful holiday is fun and excitement, but sometimes you just feel like slowing down, taking a deep breath and enjoying life’s small pleasures.
Beaches or other popular destinations are great if you’re in the mood for partying, but if you just want a holiday for the spirit, a quiet place and some spectacular sights are best you can do. Here are some great travel destinations for spiritual holidays. …
- 03 Maritachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The most exciting tourist attractions in Macau
Macau city center
Until 1999, Macau was a an overseas territory belonging to Portugal, but although it has changed hands, not much has changed about this huge city, and it is just as fun to visit as ever. Contrary to popular opinion, Las Vegas is not the best gambling destination in the world, Macau is.
But apart form that, Macau is a city with a long (and not always happy) history – it was the last European colony in Asia, and the old town makes you feel like you’re taking a walk through some European small town. There are lots of things to see both in the city and the islands of Taipa and Coloane, so here are the most exciting tourist attractions in Macau. …
- 28 Febtylerd in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Bodie, the best ghost town in California
photo by Thomas.fanghaenel
If you’re one of those people who lived for western movies in their childhood, I’m sure you still remember what it felt like to be glued to the TV screen while some cocky cowboy strolled into a saloon, or when bandits with weird accents tried to rob some minuscule bank in a typically western small town.
Well, as an adult, you can visit the real life versions of these little towns, although their residents won’t really be around…ghost towns abound in California, and Bodie is widely known as the best preserved ghost town in the state, and the most visited one. Here’s a quick guide to Bodie, the best ghost town in California. …
- 10 Febitachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 10 huge statues in the world
Monuments, whether they were built specifically to commemorate a person or event, or they’ve simply become significant throughout history, are one of those things that tourists usually hunt during their travels.Oftentimes, monuments are important from a historical point of view (and you might learn a thing or two, and boast to your fellow travelers later), or maybe they are just so impressive that you’ve got to see them. Regardless of your motives, here are the top 10 huge statues in the world, in case you want to visit them. …
- 08 Febandra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 art museums in the world
The Louvre
Most of the time, when a traveler visits a new city, museums are part of the sightseeing experience. If you’re interested in the culture and history of the country you’re visiting, then a museum is the best place to find out more about them.
Some people might find museum visits boring, but if the exhibit is good (or you’re simply passionate about art), you’re bound to have fun. And serious art enthusiasts can make museum visits the purpose of their entire trip. So if you love art, mere are the top 5 art museums in the world – plan your trips accordingly! …
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