Sunday, 2 May 2010
Boudhanath stupa
Boudhanath (Devnagari: बौद्धनाथ) (also called Bouddhanath, Bodhnath or Baudhanath or the Khāsa Caitya) is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is known as Khāsti by Newars as Bauddha or Bodh-nāth by modern speakers of Nepali.[1] Located about 11 km (7 miles) from the center and northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, the stupa's massive mandala makes it one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal.[2]
The Buddhist stupa of Boudhanath dominates the skyline. The ancient Stupa is one of the largest in the world. The influx of large populations of Tibetan refugees from China has seen the construction of over 50 Tibetan Gompas (Monasteries) around Boudhanath. As of 1979, Boudhanath is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along with Swayambhunath, it is one of the most popular tourist sites in the Kathmandu area.
Tourist Attractions in Jaisalmer
The every corner of the Rajasthan has something to explore for tourist. The golden city of Rajasthan Jaisalmer is such wonderful tourist destination, which promises the memorable experience to its tourists. Jaisalmer is located in the western sentinel of India. The marvelous wood and stone carved buildings and mansions show the love of Rajputs toward architectural art. Jaiselmer is a city of forts, havellis and additional attraction of camel riding. The Jaisalmer Fort, Tazia Tower, Salim Singh Ki Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli, Nathmalji Ki Haveli, Manak Chowk and Godsisar Lake are some major attractions of the golden city. Every year a desert festival is help in the city and tourist can take a glimpse of the royal past and cultural heritage during his fest. Jaisalmer is very well connected to the other partas of the state through bus services and via rail connected to the entire India.
Taj Mahal in BANGLADES
Taj Mahal is being built in Sonargaon, near Dhakha in Bangladesh. This person building this was telling that this for the poor people in Bangladesh who cannot afford to go to Agra and see the original Taj Mahal.
The work for this structure is going on for the past 5 years. I am sure, we cannot compare any copy of Taj Mahal as Taj Mahal has historical values, built by 20,000 labourers and took 20 years to complete it and above all its a symbol of a lover who kept his word, King ShahJahan built Taj Mahal in memory of Mumtaz Mahal
Merlion
The Merlion (Malay: Singa-Laut) is an imaginary creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish, used as a mascot of Singapore. Its name combines "mer" meaning the sea and "lion". The fish body comes from Singapore's ancient name back when it was a fishing village — Temasek — meaning "sea town" in Javanese. The lion head represents Singapore's original name — Singapura — meaning "lion city" or "kota singa".
The symbol was designed by Mr Fabrice Jiew, a member of the Souvenir Committee and curator of the Van Kleef Aquarium, for the logo of the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) in use from 26 March 1964 to 1997.[1] The Merlion continues to be its trademark symbol since 20 July 1966. Although the STB changed their logo in 1997, the STB Act continues to protect the Merlion symbol.[2] Approval must be received from STB before it can be used.
Sentosa
Sentosa Island is the fourth largest island of Singapore with an area of 5 square kilometer. It lies in the southern coast of Singapore. It is around half a kilometer away from the main island of Singapore. The name of this island has a special meaning, it means peace and tranquility. This popular island resort in Singapore is visited by about five million people every year.
You can reach Sentosa from the Singapore mainland by a short causeway or Cable Car from Mount Faber that passes through HarbourFront en route.
Wednesday, 28 April 2010
Tea garden in Sylhet
Sylhet (Sylheti: সিলট Silôţ, Bengali: সিলেট Sileţ), is a major city in north-eastern Bangladesh. It is the main city of Sylhet Division and Sylhet District, and was granted metropolitan city status in March 2009.[1] Sylhet is located on the banks of the Surma River and is surrounded by the Jaintia, Khasi and Tripura hills. The city is approaching a population of 500,000 people while also having a high population density. It is one of the largest cities in Bangladesh. The Sylhet region is well known for its tea gardens and tropical forests, the city however is currently known for its business boom — being one of the richest cities in Bangladesh, with new investments of hotels, shopping malls and luxury housing estates, brought mainly by expatriates living in the United Kingdom
HIMCHARI
Himchari, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh. The location is Himchari. It is situated in Bangladesh and the district of Cox's Bazar. It is 16 KM far from Cox's Bazar main Beach.
Himchari National Park, on south of Cox’s Bazar, is a unique place comprising the scenic beauty of green hills and blue waves of the vast sea. Once a passage for the Asian Elephants, it is now a place for tourists to escape Cox’s Bazar town to see patches of ever-green forest. There is a waterfall there, which is best seen in the rainy season.
Tuesday, 27 April 2010
washington dc
Washington, D.C formally the District of Columbia and commonly referred to as Washington, the District, or simply D.C., is the capital of the United States, founded on July 16, 1790. The City of Washington was originally a separate municipality within the Territory of Columbia until an act of Congress in 1871 effectively merged the City and the Territory into a single entity called the District of Columbia. It is for this reason that the city, while legally named the District of Columbia, is known as Washington, D.C. The city shares its name with the U.S. state of Washington, which is located on the country's Pacific coast.
The city is located on the north bank of the Potomac River and is bordered by the states of Virginia to the southwest and Maryland to the other sides. The District has a resident population of 599,657; because of commuters from the surrounding suburbs, its population rises to over one million during the workweek. The Washington Metropolitan Area, of which the District is a part, has a population of 5.3 million, the ninth-largest metropolitan area in the country.
SANTA MARIA
Today’s tourist with the best way to visit Santa Maria della Salute, a soaring baroque structure unlike any other. She sits at the entrance to Venice, at the terminus of the Grand Canal, like some great lady on the threshold of her salon. In 1630, a plague had struck Venice taking over a quarter of its citizens to early graves. In the midst of this horror, the Venetian Senate made a pact with God, “Stop the plague and we will build a church to honor the Virgin.” The plague came to a sudden end, and the Senate set about honoring its promise by awarding a construction contract to an unknown 26-year-old architect, Baldassare longhena. Longhena’s stunning interior contains many glorious works of art, including two of Titian's greatest paintings, "the Pentecost” and “St. Mark Enthroned with Other Saints.” The Sacristy houses an additional wealth of Titian paintings as well as the work of other artists, including one of Tintoretto’s most famous paintings, the “Wedding at Cana.” This carefully researched tour guides you through the basilica pointing out and describing the most significant artworks and other historic treasures.
Niligiri
Nilgiri Resort, Bandarban – This Resort is located 47 km South-East of Bandarban town on Chimbuk Range at a height of 2400 feet from sea level. It has a high class residential accommodation that makes a difference.
Bangladesh Army in Bandarban established and maintained this Resort. To visit Nilgiri Resort Bangladeshi are not required to seek permission from Bangladesh Army but the foreigners are required achieve permission from DC Nilgiri Resort, Bandar ban – This Resort is located 47 km South-East of Bandarban town on Chimbuk Range at a height of 2400 feet from sea level. It has a high class residential accommodation that makes a difference.
tourist attrection in BRAZIL
There are a number of major tourist attractions in Brazil. Chalk out your plan beforehand in order to make your tour to Brazil a really memorable one. You can visit the destinations at your own, or else, you can also go for some package tours. Plenty of Brazil packages are available; you just need to choose one that suits you the most.
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Monday, 26 April 2010
Buckinghum tourist attractions in Chicago
Chicago has a large number of tourist attractions, but there are undoubtedly a select handful that are by far the most popular with visitors. Here are some of the most popular tourist destinations in the Windy City.
Opened May 26, 1927, the Buckingham Fountain is one of Chicago's most recognizable landmarks, and its hourly water show in the summer is fun for young and old.
PALAYA DEL CARMEN MEXICO BEACH
- This is ground zero for Playa, where it all began. Here you will find the Ferry dock to Cozumel and a wide beach which narrows somewhat as it stretches northward past numerous beach bars, restaurants, dive shops and water sport vendors offering everything under the sun.
- North Playa del Carmen
- This is a wide sandy stretch of beach, north of the pier at Porto Real. The beach is generally wider and more tranquil here than it is in town with beach clubs and water sports available to the public.
Central Playa del Carmen beach
Mostly pure fine sand beach with some exposed limestoneFootwear not required in most areas for water entry
Snorkeling mostly over sand and swimming when seas are calm
Water sports (all kinds)
Dive shops
Beach bars
Restaurants
Little outer reef break
Playa del Carmen villas, hotels, resorts and all inclusives
Beaches just south in Playacar
More on Playa del Carmen & Playacar
Aerial view
Palacio de Bellas Artes
The Palacio de Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts) is the most important cultural center in Mexico City as well as the rest of the country of Mexico.[1] It is located on the west side of the historic center of Mexico City next to the Alameda Central park. The first National Theater of Mexico was built in the late 19th century, but it was soon decided to tear this down in favor of a more opulent building in time for Centennial of the Mexican War of Independence in 1910. The initial design and construction was undertaken by Italian architect Adamo Boari in 1904, but complications arising from the soft subsoil and the political problem both before and during the Mexican Revolution, hindered then stopped construction completely by 1913. Construction began again in 1932 under Mexican architect Federico Mariscal and was completed in 1934. The outside of the building is primarily Art Nouveau and the interior is primarily Art Deco. The building is best known for its murals by Diego Rivera, Siqueiros and others, as well as the many exhibitions and theatrical performances its hosts, including the Ballet Folklorico de Mexico.[2]
VALENCIA
This lovely city is perfect for a city break, business trip or romantic getaway! There are so many exciting This buzzing city has a magical Old Quarter with an exciting town center. There's also a very trendy area called Barrio del Carmen where some of the best nightlife is.
There are upmarket shops, bars and restaurants and spectacular festivals such as La Tomatina and Las Fallas.
things to do and getting here is easy as there are many cheap flights or you can travel here by train.