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• The Eiffel Tower peeking behin The Eiffel Tower peeking behind buildings in Paris, France

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• The colorful buildings in Buda The colorful buildings in Budapest, Hungary

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• Famous Places To Visit in Cuba Famous Places To Visit in Cuba

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    Cuba is famous for its culture i.e, emerged from Asian, Spanish, French and African influences.Apart From cultural Evidences,Other Towns of cuba are also attractive.Visitors can Easily find beautiful buildings,churches theaters etc.
    Its always confusing so you travel to distant location that you are not familier with.  if you're not sure of the best way to go.In order to save money,and time the best way to do that is to know your options for getting from one place to the other.
    
    In Cuba One of the easiest ways to travel by renting a car.Renting a car is  costly options but it may be worth the expense for the convenience and freedom.While ,Driving in Cuba is a unique experience that requires  attention and caution.You must watch out for cyclists,horse carts,pedestrians and even oxen that travel the highways and ignore the vehicles rushing by.Many drivers pf cuba  don't use their lights at night, reason is  that they are familier with the roads.You can rent a vehicle in nearly any city and in most cases you can return it in a different city.
    
    There are different sightseeing Places in cuba:
    Holguin: Holguin is Located in east of cuba. The City is situated 65 Kms from Frank Pais International Airport, is near to Banes and Gibara.Holguin features a warm subtropical climate. Tourists comes here to watch Rivers,waterfalls,dams etc.
    
    Trinidad:Trinidad is situated in the foot of Guamuhaya mountain. The town is like a large meseum set between the sea and the mountaians in central cuba.
    
    Havana: Havana is one of the most famous city of Cuba. Here you can  discover  houses of a unique eclecticism and tall buildings.Havana offers the most exciting adventures anyone can experience in the Caribbean.
    
    Cuba is a very safe country.  Tourists  can walk around at night in tourist areas without having to worry.  Police officers are posted at every street corner to ensure tourist security and they will never give you any trouble.
    
    The Caribbean beaches of Cuba are stunningly beautiful. You can find deserted beaches.The dry season runs from November to April,  which is best  time of year to visit Cuba.
    
    Visit Carsrentalcuba.com To get best Car Rental Services in Cuba.We cover all the key Cuban cities as our rental pick up locations for your comfort level.
     

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• Many Reasons for Visiting Raja Many Reasons for Visiting Rajasthan

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    When people ask “which is the royal state” of India, only one name comes in both mind and mouth that is Rajasthan. Truly, no doubt about this fact, it is not just a royal state but also a resplendent tourist destination, honored for its rich culture, traditions, magnificent forts and palaces, electrifying fairs and festivals, heritage, the scenic sand dunes, adventure sports, thrilling wild-life, cuisine, music & dance, rip-roaring desert safaris and so on. Below we have explained why you must visit Rajasthan once in a lifetime through few points.
    
    Grand Forts of Rajasthan: Apart from rich cultures and heritage, forts in the state are other highlights as the land is enriched with innumerable titanic forts, which describe the gallant past of Rajasthan as well as the victorious Rajputs. Some of the prominent forts of the state are:
    
    •    Mehrangarh Fort: Located in the Jodhpur, and was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha. Moti Mahal (Pearl Palace), Phool Mahal (Flower Palace) and Sukh Mahal are few striking attractions of this palace.
    
    •    Amber Fort: One of the best places to visit in Rajasthan is well-known for Rajput and Mughal architectural patterns, and is situated in Jaipur. This fort is finest architectural marvel of Rajasthan, and made by using white marble and red sandstone. Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience), Jai Mandir, Jas Mandir, Sukh Niwas, Diwan-i-Am or Hall of Public Audience, etc. are the most popular attractions of this fort, and can be explored in Jaipur tour. Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan, and has several beautiful tourist attractions.
    
    •    Chittaurgarh Fort: Situated in the Chittor District of Rajasthan, and noted for its elevated construction, which captivates attention of visitors. Rana Kumbha Palace, Fateh Prakash Palace and Padmini's Palace are few beautiful palaces inside the fort.
    
    Park of Rajasthan: The desert state of India is also globally famous for its eye-opening wildlife and national park. Ranthambore National Park, Keoladeo National Park and Desert National Park few bewildering parks within the state. Tourists who are wildlife lover have must visit parks once in their life.
    
    Rajasthan food and cuisine: It is also popular for its luscious mouth-watering traditional food. If you are a foodie, you must go to Rajasthan for tasting its superb blend of spicy and colorful dishes. Dal Bati Churma, Bajre Ki Khichdi, Jodhpuri Mawa Kachori, Sohan Halwa and Moong Dal Halwa are some well-liked dishes, and you can enjoy them during your Rajasthan tour as these dishes are available throughout in the state.
    
    Rajasthan Hotels: Hotels of Rajasthan are unique as most of the palaces, forts and royal buildings have been converted into the heritage hotels. These heritage hotels are providing tourists a glance into the life of royal families. Some of the best hotels in Rajasthan are located in Jaipur, Udaipur, summer and Mount Abu city, which are known for their world-class services and facilities.
    
    

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• Medieval Buildings along Bruge Medieval Buildings along Bruges canal

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    Some of the medieval buildings along Bruges' canals.

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• Bruges Market Square Bruges Market Square

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    Some of the medival buildings now housing retaurants and shops which ring the Market Square.

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• Bruges Market Square restauran Bruges Market Square restaurant

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    One of the restaurant ringing Market Square and across the square from the Bell Tower. All of the buildings around the Square and many others in Bruges are medieval and a walk through town is fascinating.

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• Top 5 Hill Stations in India Top 5 Hill Stations in India

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    The Himalayas has some of the highest peaks in the world. On the foothills of these show-clad mountains, there are a number of hills towns in India. They boast of being some of the most amazing hill stations, filled with natural scenic beauty. The hill stations in India are perfect for all kinds of vacations, be it in the summers, in winters or for a honeymoon. Here are top 5 hill stations in India visited by a large number of tourists from all over the world:   

    Manali Hill Stations

    

    Manali, located in the mountains of Himachal Pradesh, is not only a breathtakingly beautiful town but is also famous for a range of adventure activities. There are numerous tourist attractions in and around Manali such as Kullu, Rohtang Pass (situated at 13000 ft), Solang Valley, Hidimba temple, the Naggar Fort, Manikaran etc. You can indulge in a number of activities like river rafting, para-sailing, zorbing, zip-lining and so on.

    Shimla Hill Stations

    

    The Summer Capital of the British, Shimla, in the present times is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the most thronged hill stations of the country. This beautiful hill town has colonial style buildings, oak and pine forests, floral valleys and mountain ridges. You can shop at the famous Mall road. There are innumerable tourist spots here which include Observatory hill, the old Christ Church, Scandal Point, Vicergal Lodge etc. Try short distance hiking here.

    Darjeeling Hill Stations

    

    Darjeeling, situated in West Bengal, does not only has lush tea gardens but is a hill town with a lot of natural beauty. A major attraction of this place is that from a particular place, travelers can have a clear view of Mt. Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world. You can visit the extremely popular tea gardens and tea factories. There are other attractions too like Zoo, botanical gardens and various monasteries sprinkled, all around. Take a ride in the toy train or travel in the Darjeeling-Rangeet Valley Passenger Ropeway cable car. It is the longest cable car in Asia. Take a stroll in the markets or the countryside.

    Srinagar Hill Stations

    

    Srinagar is another beautiful hill town, which is also the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. You can have a delightful vacation in the luxurious houseboats, floating on the lakes of the region. Srinagar has plenty of lakes and gardens and thus many times is referred to as the ‘Land of Lakes and Gardens’. The largest tulip garden of Asia is here only that plays host to the annual tulip festival. It also has some of the best trekking tracks as well.  Most of the gardens have a distinct Mughal influence. 

    Munnar  Hill Stations

    

    Munnar, a hill town of Kerala, is located in the Western Ghats. The place is well-known for its amazing climate and its sprawling tea estates. This lush green hill station in the southern part of India has the highest mountain of the South: Anaimudi. Fondly known as ‘Little London’, it is a perfect venue for trekking enthusiasts and nature lovers. You can try your hand at other adventure activities too like para-gliding as well as rock climbing.

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• Prague – Vienna Cycle Tour Prague – Vienna Cycle Tour

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    Last September I joined a cycle tour in the Czech Republic. The tour took us from Prague in Central Bohemia to the rolling hills and charming medieval and Renaissance towns of South Bohemia and then through the gently-sloping vineyards of South Moravia. Some riders then cycled on to Vienna, whilst others chose to return to Prague. For many non-Czechs the countryside of the Czech Republic is unknown, secret, and undiscovered. This tour is a wonderful opportunity to discover what lies beyond Prague, a city that is deservedly visited by millions of people every year.

     

    We were a very diverse group. Our party consisted of seven Australians, a British couple, a couple from Brazil, a New Zealander, an American, and our Czech guide, Jiri (George) and driver, Jindrich (Henry). And me – I’ve been living and working in Prague for six years, but I’ originally from London, UK. Age-wise, collectively we covered every decade from early thirties to (almost) seventy. As those who have been on tours like this before, there is a camaraderie amongst cyclists that transcends continents and ages.

     

    Our First Day:        Prague to Ceske Budejovice by mini-bus

                                Ceske Budejovice to Cesky Krumlov by bike

     

    After collecting everybody from their hotels on a quiet and overcast Prague Sunday morning, we group of strangers, soon to become brave companions of the trail, gathered together in the cellar meeting room of the tour company to introduce ourselves and to receive a full briefing. We were given a detailed itinerary for each day, a safety briefing and a small glass of slivovice (a local plum brandy that some people quite like).

     

    Then it was outside to hitch up the bike trailers to the mini-buses, check on helmets and water-bottles, and on to Ceske Budejovice. After a two and a half hour drive, we parked up in the city centre and everyone was allocated their bikes for the week. The bikes are already pre-selected for individual size, weight and experience by the company. Some people had brought their own pedals and these were quickly fitted by the ever-helpful staff.

     

    Ceske Budejovice is of course the home of the Czech Republic’s second most famous beer, Budvar or Budweiser. It is an old town with a lot of green spaces and a very large Renaissance square, where we took the first of many group photographs.

     

    We made our way through the town and down to the River Vltava (Moldau), the same river that runs through Prague. It was a great way to start, riding along the flat cycle path following the river to test out the comfort and settings of our bikes. After a while, we reached a rocky outcrop – our first hill! After climbing above the river, we coasted down a winding forest path to the small settlement and large monastery of Zlata Koruna (Golden Crown) founded in 1263. Here was a chance to stock up on a well-deserved bowl of soup and plate of sausage.

     

    After suitable refreshment, the last stage of the day’s short ride was down to the fairy-tale chocolate-box town of Cesky Krumlov, dominated by the second-largest castle in the country built on sheer rocks which rise up from the river. It is spectacularly beautiful and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.  George gave us a tour of the town, but sadly it was raining quite hard at this stage, so we were very glad to arrive at our hotel. The luggage had already been delivered to our rooms and we had time to freshen-up before dinner.

     

    Dinner was in a lovely medieval restaurant where the food was prepared on an open fire. We sat at long wooden tables and had a chance to get to know each other better. However, what really bonded our group together was the next stop in a lovely crowded pub with a piano player who took requests. I’d like to think that our lusty singing of old standards was enjoyed by the locals as much as it was by us.

     

    Kilometres cycled:   27

     

    Second Day:Cesky Krumlov to Trebon

     

    After a fine and hearty breakfast, we gathered in the courtyard of the hotel to reacquaint ourselves with our bikes and make some final adjustments to them. And so we set off. It’s a long climb out of the valley of Cesky Krumlov, nestled on a bend of the river, where in high summer canoeing and rafting are very popular. We rode along paved cycle tracks and forest paths before stopping at a village restaurant for lunch. It was quite a strenuous day’s cycling and some of our valiant company took respite in the mini-bus for the more hill sections. The mini-bus is never far-away and is stocked up with water, fruit and energy bars.

     

    I should add that the day was quite testing; not only because of the distance and terrain, but it was also quite cold and raining, so it did test the morale of the group. However, the week’s forecast was good and the outlook was for sunny weather. Some of us rode the mini-bus into Trebon, while others pressed on through the mud and rain to arrive later.

     

    After a welcome shower, we met for a meal in the hotel restaurant, which was served with élan and charm by our hosts. Some opted to take a walk around the town afterwards to take in the Renaissance square, the Marian column, the charming castle and a local hostelry to taste the renowned local brew.

     

    Kilometres cycled:   61

     

    Third Day:    Trebon to Telc

     

    Trebon has been the centre of the Czech fish industry for five centuries. Over this time many fish-ponds and man-made lakes have been developed to produce carp and other fish. Carp is a traditional Christmas meal in the Czech Republic. It is a flatter area of South Bohemia, so a good chance to get in some faster cycling along paved forest paths. It was raining lightly and misty but this added to the mystique of riding through the dark, silent pine forests of Central Europe. All very atmospheric, all very Brothers Grimm.

     

    After about 25 kilometres we left the woods and the land began to undulate through fields. We met up with Henry and the mini-bus for snacks and refreshments, and to mend a couple of punctures.

     

    We pushed on through the rain. This was the most gruelling day, the furthest to cycle, nearly 80 kilometres and the second two-thirds were fairly hilly. We stopped for lunch at a country pub-restaurant, but otherwise it was head-down and concentrate on getting to Telc and South Moravia.

     

    The town of Telc is another UNESCO World Heritage site. It has a breath-takingly beautiful and extensive square, consisting entirely of Renaissance buildings from the 16^th century, decorated in the typical brightly-coloured and sgraffitoed style of the time. It’s a great photo opportunity.

     

    We stayed in a very fine hotel not far from the main square, which had been a large farm and dairy complex. The tasteful reconstruction provided spacious rooms and a fine restaurant which served an excellent and well-deserved dinner.

     

    We were all pretty tired after this day, but we went to bed knowing that the following days would be sunny with temperatures rising to 25 degrees Celsius. Indian summer weather!

     

    Kilometres cycled:   78

     

    Fourth Day:  Telc – Vranov

     

    This was a shorter day than the day before but we had some hilly country to tackle as we followed the spectacular rocky and wooded valley of the Dyje river, which flows into the Danube.

     

    By mid-morning the sun had begun to shine and the temperature to rise. We rode through sun-dappled forests and fields and stopped at a large 17^th century convent complex, where we stocked up on snacks and looked around the old buildings perched on top of a hill with lovely views of the Moravian landscape we were to cycle through.

     

    In the afternoon, after lunch in a country village restaurant where some of our party were brave enough to assay the delicacies of the bull, we cycled through deeply-forested paths with short steep climbs and satisfyingly long downhill runs.

     

    We passed the 11^th century castle Bitov, high on an outcrop of the river, and climbed up to take a short tour of the castle. It was extended during the 15^th to 17^th centuries and had a fine library and impressive collection of hunting weapons: bows, crossbows and guns.

     

    A short distance away is another castle called Zornstein (Angry Rock). This is a quite different structure to Bitov, having been abandoned in the Middle Ages and largely derelict. It is however an impressive ruin of medieval fortifications. There were fine views to be enjoyed from this historic vantage point over the blue skies and green forests of the winding valley of the River Dyje.

     

    From Zornstein, it was a short ride down to the river and along the bank to Vranov.

     

    Kilometres cycled:   44

     

    Fifth Day:     Vranov to Znojmo

     

    This was also a shorter day in terms of distance, but again there were some tricky hills and off-road forest tracks to be negotiated.

     

    However, we did have the chance to tour the castle which sits upon a rocky crag that dominates the small town. The castle was modified extensively in the Baroque style in the 18^th century and so offered a completely different style to the previous day’s visits. It really was a most impressive place giving an insight into the opulent way of life of the aristocracy during Hapsburg rule.

     

    After the informative tour, we saddled up again and rode out of Vranov towards the major wine-producing town of Znojmo. This was another enjoyable day during which we mostly followed the border between the Czech Republic and Austria. The trails pass through forest and paved tracks in an area which had been off-limits for forty years during the days of the Iron Curtain. The natural habitat is therefore unspoiled. 

     

    The last section of the ride was quite taxing as we had to climb up away from the border towards Znojmo, situated on a steep hill above the river Dyje. It is a impressive sight with several ancient spires and towers rising above the houses perched on the hillside.

     

    After the steep ascent, we were pleased to arrive at the hotel, beautifully modernised with glass staircases, large rooms and comfortable beds.

     

    Kilometres cycled: 40

     

    Sixth Day:    Znojmo to Mikulov

     

    For me this was the finest day for cycling. The weather was beautiful, warm and sunny, and the terrain was gentle passing through undulating wine-growing lowlands.

     

    We had a long lunch at a traditional pub-restaurant and passed by the only section of preserved pre-1989 defences with fences, originally electrified, tank defences and a cleared, and previously mined, dead zone. It was quite creepy to see the physical embodiment of the ‘Iron Curtain’ and difficult nowadays to understand how peoples could have been so brutally divided after the Second World War.

     

    About 15 kilometres before Mikulov we stopped at a small wine-cellar, little more than an underground shelter, where the proprietor talked us through his current production and we tasted Burcak, the deceptively first fermentation of the grape juice. It was interesting to see the small scale of the production, but it is clear the the best of the wine never reaches the export market.

     

    Feeling refreshed, we pushed on through the glorious afternoon sunshine to Mikulov which we could see jutting out of the surrounding plains from far away. We had our farewell dinner in a restaurant adjacent to the hotel and then repired to a wine bar for prize-giving and valedictions.

     

    Kilometres cycled:   70

     

    Seventh Day:                   Mikulov to Vienna

                                Mikulov to Vratice – Lednice area

     

    Mikulov is a charming small town with a population of about 8,000 which was at one time a major centre of Jewish trade and scholarship. It is very interesting and thought-provoking to walk through its square with its pretty church and then through the adjacent Jewish quarter with its 15^th century synagogue.

     

    After breakfast, our fellowship was broken. Eight of our party had planned to end their tour in Vienna and they set off with George guiding. After a day’s ride they were driven the remainder of the distance to Vienna and delivered to their hotels by the ever-reliable Henry.

     

    The rest of us spent an enjoyable day riding a circular route from Mikulov to Valtice and Lednice. This area is another UNESCO World Heritage site and is thought of as the most architecturally valuable region in the country. This was a great day’s cycling to end the tour. We cycled along deserted roads to Valtice through the heart of Moravia’s prime wine region. We paused in Valtice to have a look at the impressive chateau and then pressed on to Lednice. The route took us through the forested parklands of the Lichtenstein family which are studded with ostentatious monuments including the Temple of the Three Graces and a shrine to the patron saint of hunters, Saint Hubert. After lunch in Lednice, we went to walk around the glory of the neo-Gothic chateau.

     

    Then it was back to Mikulov along a series of ribbon lakes following the border to meet up with the driver, Tonda, who drove us back to Prague and delivered us to our hotels, safe, sound and tired after a most enjoyable cycle tour through some of the finest countryside and towns that the Czech Republic has to offer.

     

    Kilometres cycled:   47

     

    Total kilometres over the week:  367

    Guided Group Tour by: www.bicycle-tours.cz

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• Flights to Abuja Short Holiday Flights to Abuja Short Holidays in Nigerian Capital

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    Abuja is one of the most wonderful cities in Western African Region. This city is also one of the modern places in Africa too. Get on flights to Abuja and visit this exquisite city of Nigeria, which is a shining crown for West Africa for tourism.

    Abuja is a sprawling city with a great skyline full of tall buildings, highly modern suburbs and lively towns. Abuja is the capital city of Nigeria, the pride of this small nation. Abuja is one city which made its mark among the fewest cities in the world which is prepared for purpose.

    Book your cheap air tickets to Abuja from Crystal Travel and visit Abuja which is the perfect example of great human will, management and planning. Abuja is relatively among the newest emerging cities on this globe. The place where this city is now sitting was mare a bushy region and now this place transformed into a beautiful city.

    Abuja is the main source for political, administrative, financial, educational and commercial activities in Nigeria. Well what else you can expect from the capital city of the Nigeria. Abuja replaced Lagos as the capital of Nigeria and became the proud epicenter of Nigeria in 1991. Get on cheap flights to Abuja and visit this wonderful Niger city which is planned and created from the scratch just in time of over eleven year. Must be a fascinating story of development, eh!

    Abuja is the most up to date city in terms of architecture and technology, sitting at the core of Nigeria in national capital region known as Suleja, this city is truly the core of everything in Nigeria. Buy flights to Abuja from Heathrow, London, UK and visit this manmade wonder in Nigeria.

    Abuja is not a usual or natural tourist destination. Hack, it was not a tourist destination in the first few years either. But constant and subtle development made it a new and emerging global tourist destination, which is giving some hard competition to many fellow African cities.

    Even if Abuja is relatively new city, this city doesn’t lack in providing entertainment, sightseeing and adventure sites to the tourists who are visiting this showcase of new modern architecture. Book your Direct flights to Abuja with Crystaltravel.co.uk and visit Abuja and its beautiful sites

    While visiting Abuja you can visit some interesting places which are surprisingly peaceful and full of wisdom about African culture. Places like National Mosque, National Church of Nigeria, Castle of Law and the Christian Centre are remarkable in this category.

    Abuja also getting famous for its five Abuja parks which are sure shot assurance for great adventure and recreation in Abuja, these famous five parks known as Millennium Park, Monalisa Amusement Park, Durban/River Plate Park, Wonderland Amusement Park and Maitama Amusement Park. Hop on cheap flights to Abuja and experience these wonders of this wonderland.

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• Qingdao Qingdao

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    The old town of Qingdao is very special, with a lot of European-style architectures there. Almost across each mountain, there are some parks and also some residences of celebrities. If you stay in a hotel in Qingdao, it’s better to choose the one near to the sea because in autumn, there are a lot of beautiful landscapes that you are able to see anytime when walking out of your hotel. 
       
    The trestle of Qingdao, located in the south of Zhongshan Road where there are a number of tourists, is built over a gulf for visitors to board the sightseeing ship to cruise on the river.

    The trestle is as old as some of the buildings in Qingdao. In Qing Dynasty, an imperial envoy Li Hung-Chang came to Qingdao to inspect. During that time, he wanted to take a big ship there, but since Qingdao was a very small village where there was no port, the ship could not be parked. A harbor which was later built for temporarily use and rebuilt for several times is not a port any more now but an art gallery where some of art works are exhibited.

    What’s more, the trestle is the symbol of Qingdao which is a must-visit scenic spot. At the end of the trestle is a pavilion which looks really special against the European-style buildings around it, with double eaves of Chinese traditional styles on the roof. The trestle which is situated over the gulf is 440 meters long and 8 meters wide with concrete structures. At the south part of it is a half round jetty. There is an attic with eight corner angles where tourists are able to see layers of waves surging. The attic has bee approved as one of the best scenic spots in Qingdao. On the other hand, the night views around the trestle are much more beautiful in daytime than in nighttime.                

    The Christian church in Qingdao is a well-known religious building located at Road 15, near to Xinhao Shan Park in the east where there are magnificent landscapes.
    The wide and flat square in front of the church looks very magnificent against a forest and all kinds of western-style architectures around it. Stepping onto narrow steps, you will see its strong walls, half round window frames, pitched roofs and bell tower.

    The Christian church is a typical German-style building composed of a bell tower and an auditorium. The bell tower on which you are able to have a bird view of sea views is 39.10 meters high, with a huge clock on there that makes the solemn church mysterious. On the other hand, the auditorium which is composed of two floors, with delicate decoration of the interior looks very special and accommodates thousands of people at a time.     

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• The benefits of cottages for l The benefits of cottages for large groups rather than staying in a hotel

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    If you are planning a holiday than one of the main things you need to think about is where you are going to stay. In general there are several choices at your disposal; hotels, hostels, B&BS and cottages. The latter option is something which is highly beneficial, especially for those who are going away in a big group. There are some fantastic cottages around the UK, and thus no matter where you are going, you are bound to find this type of accommodation available for your stay.

    One of the main benefits associated with staying in a cottage is that a lot of them accommodate a large number of people. This means that everyone can stay in the same place rather than being spilt up into different hotel rooms. This ensures that no one ends up left out as well because often friendship groups can find it difficult to determine who is going to share a hotel room with whom. Moreover, when you stay in a hotel there is no guarantee that your rooms will be next to each other and thus you may end up spending your holiday residing in opposite ends of the hotel.

    In addition to this, cottages for large groups provide a great option because they are much more cost effective than the other choices available. When you choose to stay in hotel or a B&B or a hostel you will usually find that you have to pay per night as well as per person. When there is a big group of you this is a cost which can easily mount up. Nevertheless, when renting a cottage you simply pay for the entire week’s stay. It does not matter how many people are staying – the cost will not rise. This is great when going in a big number because it means that the cost per person decreases and thus this is much more affordable for most people.

    Another point worth noting is that if you are a family going away for vacation then this proves to be a much more beneficial option too. Cottages tend to have big outside spaces and are located in peaceful areas. This means that you will have lots of space for your little ones to run around. Moreover you will have the comforts that are associated with home life. When having kids a small space like a hotel room can prove to be extremely difficult and your children will get frustrated by being restricted.

    Additionally, cottages prove to be much more beneficial in general because they enhance the entire holiday. You can find some absolutely stunning cottages which are located in picturesque locations. This really adds to the whole vacation and makes it memorable. You will usually find that hotels are located on busy main roads or are surrounded by lots of other buildings as well.

    All in all, if you are going away on vacation this year and there is a lot of you going then you should definitely consider the prospect of renting a cottage. There are lots of cottages for large groups available and the benefits that they possess are vast.

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• Ali Mountain in Taiwan Ali Mountain in Taiwan

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    Located 75 kilometers away in the east of Jiayi City in Taiwan, Ali Mountain which is surrounded by high mountains is National Forest Recreation Area with an altitude of more than 2000 meters high and with an area of 1400 hectares, where it’s very cool, with an average temperature at 10.6 centigrade. And It’s averagely 14.3 centigrade in summer and 6.4 centigrade in winter.

     

    On our way to Ali Mountain, we sometimes had some rest. At about 11 in the morning, we arrived at the scenic area of Ali Mountain. As expected, refreshing breeze was blowing to me, with clouds haunting groups of beautiful mountains, and sometimes on my skin dropped some water drops which seeped into my skin pores as if they relieved me of some of my tiredness and depression. That’s what I had prayed and dreamed for in my dream. Before we got there, we were all expecting to see beautiful Ali Mountain that looks hazy with some mists haunting it.                                       

     

    And We were also expecting to breathe fresh air there. First of all, we went to Fengqi Lake in Jiayi County at an altitude of 1.405 meters high. Initially, it’s called Fengji Lake because it looks like a dustpan; however since the name sounds very inelegant, later it was given that name. On the other hand, near to a relay station of the railway station in Ali Mountain where trains often pass by is Fengqi Lake, and there are the oldest streets, train-shaped cookies, fast food, and so on. That’s a must-go place for tourists who come to Taiwan.

     

    When I came to Fengqi Lake for the first time, I wanted to have a taste of some fast food there sold at the railway station. Surprisingly, it tasted much better than I had expected. Despite a drumstick, a spiced corned egg, and some vegetable as my simple dishes for my lunch, they reminded me of the past.       Furthermore, From the internal decoration of the railway station, I could imagine the hardships railway workers had gone through.        

     

    The Old Street of Fengqi Lake is situated 500 meters away from the train station. In the times when Taiwan was ruled by Japan, the Old Street was a town where geta shoes were made. Ever since tourist industry in Ali Mountain got developed, different kinds of special local foods have been sold at shops in the street, such as local fast food, Toufu, cake and some other delicious food that are all very popular to tourists. Those ancient buildings which were built there along mountains make Fengqi Lake more classic and also this shows Taiwan had a very old culture and history.                      

     

     

     

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• Reno Church Reno Church

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• Zhongzheng Memorial Hall in Ta Zhongzheng Memorial Hall in Taipei China.

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    With a vast area of one hundred and fifty six thousand square metres,  Zhongzheng Memorial Hall which was constructed between 1912 and 1949 , surrounded by Zhongshan South Road, Aiguo East Road and Xinyi Road is featured with the styles of Chinese classic gardens. It’s painted blue and white, which symbolize freedom and equality.    

     

    Surrounded by dense trees and flowers waving in the wind, Zhongzheng Memorial Hall is a very high building around which environment is very good and also there is not much noise. It looks very solemn, with an exhibition room at the ground floor where the cultural relics of Chiang Kai-shek are showed to visitors and on the top floor where there is a bronze statue of his beside which two of guards stand guard and change shifts every two hours. It has become one of the important tourist attractions. 

     

    Zhongzheng Memorial Hall is where I visited for the first time in Taipei. It’s quite near to my hotel. It’s only two or three minutes walk. Out of the hotel, I could see its blue dome. The building which looks like Temple of Heaven and also like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum is painted blue and white. We all know that the covering area is broad and it’s so extensive that it’s incredible. The buildings around it are shorter, but we could have a bird's-eye view of landscapes around, standing on those buildings. The main gate is at Freedom Square where there are the National Music Hall and Opera House.        

     

    what is interesting is that the square looks a little bit like Wuyi Square in a mainland city. On that day, I run into a group of school students came to visit Freedom Square. As I was ready to take a photo of it, I heard from the distance a cheer from them. They looks a bit younger and are probably at the age between fifteen and seventeen. My tour in Taipei ended with visiting Zhongzheng Memorial Hall and Freedom Square.     

       

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• Ancient Shanxi Province. Ancient Shanxi Province.

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    Most of ancient Chinese architectures are located in Shanxi Province where there are seventy percent of old buildings with simple but elegant styles which were all built in Tang, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Last time, it’s really a meaningful experience of the culture of ancient Chinese buildings. What’s more, Another seventy percent of the buildings are situated in the southeast of Shanxi. 

    It was a nice day in the morning. We went to the our first destination Hongfu Temple by car. It’s said that an old man watched the temple with a few children in Jing Dynasty. Now it’s has been protected by the county as a historical site.    
     
    In spring, it’s very dry for less rainfall in Shanxi. The hillside beside the road was desolate. Seeing a little bit further, I found some of green leaves grew on the tree. Our motorcade got off the beltway to an unsurfaced narrow road where our cars bumped for a few minutes, with dust stirred up behind, and beside which are loess slopes.   

    Hongfu Temple is situated in a hidden alley. After three minutes’bumping on the way, a more than ten meters high and very wide loess wall came into our sight. Despite the dilapidated scene, the loess plateau looks very magnificent against our car BMW.        

    We entered the temple across the steps, where everything looked desolate, with a abandoned hall on the left side and a half-length statue standing on the hall. At the moment when we entered, we saw its paint faded and column inclined to a side. However, the sculptures on the ridge still show the art of the architectures in Jing Dynasty.          

    On the other hand, we left the temple and went along a meandering road to Taixin County to visit Foguang Temple.  

    It’s said that Foguang Temple was found many times later after a couple visited Shanxi for the fourth time. Because of that, the temple has occupied an important position in the architectural history of China. It’s the biggest wooden building built in the Tang Dynasty.  

    As the sun sets and wind blows, we were standing beside a stone engraved perhaps in Tang Dynasty with  inscriptions on it and began reading what’s written on it, feeling as if time had gone back to the past. I felt a sense of admiration while reading.   

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• A Tour to India - An Unforgett A Tour to India - An Unforgettable Travel Experience

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    Atithi Devo Bhava- this ethereal attitude of India is the reason why it has gained great popularity among the travelers. This blissful country has always treated its guests like God. The exciting destinations, marvelous attractions, historic monuments and vibrant customs attract a flurry of tourists from all corners of the world. There is so much to explore in India encompassing the art, craft and culture of the land. The country’s boundaries encompass incomparable variety. Take a Best travel packages to India and enjoy its charm.
    
    Places to visit in India-
    
    Rajasthan: The land gifted with impregnable forts, havelis, palaces garnished with impeccable beauty and heritage stands as a magical attraction in India. The desert land offers a unique experience to its visitors. Travel to cities like Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Mount Abu etc and explore the majestic attractions of the place.
    
    Delhi: New Delhi has an amazing ambience. While on one hand the city exhibits historic charms of the bygone era, on the other tall buildings, shopping malls and metro showcases the beauty of the present scenario. Highlight the magnificence of old world charm such as India Gate, Qutub Minar, Humayun Tomb, Red Fort and more.
    
    Agra: The land of Taj Mahal, Agra in North India is a place of romanticism. The Taj Mahal, a splendid monument stands as an epitome of love at the place. Built by great mughal emperor, Shahjahan in honor of his beloved wife Mumtaz, this grand mausoleum showcases that love never dies. Along with this age old beauty, visit the other splendours such as Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad- Ud- Daula’s tomb and Chini ka Rauza.
    
    Kerala: The South part of India, Kerala, offers a wholesome somewhat different experience to the visitors. The mesmerizing backwaters and beaches surrounded by tall palm and coconut tress provide a rejuvenating holiday experience.
    
    Goa: Goa popular as ‘Pearl of the Orient’ is a must visit destination in India.  The exotic beaches, Portuguese styled houses, churches and buildings offer a perfect vacation for the discerning travelers.
    
    The above holiday destinations are also the short india tour itinerary spots where tourists can plan a splendid vacation trip to enjoy the diverse culture of Incredible India.

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• Yaoli Ancient Town in Jiangxi Yaoli Ancient Town in Jiangxi Province

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    Located in the northeast of the Jingdezhen Ancient Town in Jiangxi Province, Yaoli which is well-known for porcelains is a tourist attraction with national AAAAA level , a national forest park, a famous ancient town, and also a historical and cultural protection site, covering an area of 195 square kilometers. The climate is very pleasant in four seasons in the scenic area where there are more than 94 percent of dense forests, and more than 180 kinds of rare animals and plants, such as maidenhair trees, Chinese torreya trees, leopards, giant salamanders and so on..

     

    In the early morning in winter, it’s very freezing. One day, one idea came across my mind that I would like to experience a primitive life and folk customs by leaving the busy city for a small ancient town in Jiangxi Province. Having lived in the city for a long time, sometimes I just want to leave there for some time and give myself a holiday. In an ancient town in Jiangxi, there are many beautiful landscapes.

     

    Perhaps, few of people know about the ancient town Yaoli, but most of them heard about Jaingnan. If someone wants to find a quiet and beautiful ancient town to visit, actually it’s not difficult so long as you look for it hard. The ancient town Yaoli is the one you may look for.      

     

    In my mind, Yaoli is a name full of dreams for me and also a place mysterious I look forwards to visiting.

     

    From what I know about why it’s mysterious, it lies at the fact that the ancient town Yaoli is a very tranquil place with a very long history, where buildings are those built in Ming and Qing Dynasties and also there is a river called Yao River, which is a water source of the town.     

     

    For the ancient town, it has a lot of history stories. While walking in the gallery of a building of Ming and Qing Dynasties at the banks of Yao River, I felt a wind was coming to me, with overhanging eaves, ancient walls, black tiles, and mountains around me reflected on the river, as if I had traveled back to the past of thousand years ago.

     

    In the early morning, the sun is shinning on the town. Listening to streams and standing on a single-plank bridge, I was watching women were washing clothes at the river and heard music coming from those ancient houses from time to time. It’s just like an idyllic scene.

     

     

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• A trip in Dali A trip in Dali

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    The autonomous prefecture of Dali which is located in Yunnan Province is an undeveloped and extensive territory in the southwestern part of China, with an area of 29459 square meters, abundant natural resources, beautiful landscapes, and mild climate.
     
    It was in March 2011, when I went to Kunming in Yunnan Province to live. One day, all of sudden, one ideal came across my mind that I would like to visit Dali. I didn’t know why I love it more than Lijiang. Maybe that’s because the air there is much more fresh and there are less busyness and noise. What’s more, Dali is famous for its fresh air and mild climate.
    In the evening on Friday in March 25th 2011, I took a train to Dali, where I spent a week travelling and I had a lot of fun during the short trip.

    It would be better to go to Dali in March if you like, because it often rains from May to October and also a lot of traditional events of Bai ethnic groups are normally held there in March.

    Having spent a night on the train, I woke up at dawn in the next morning and arrived at the train station of Dali. I had reserved a less expensive hotel on the Internet after checking out prices. It’s a two-floored hotel where it’s 50 Yuan for a night, there are individual bathrooms, 24 hours’ hot water service and internet access are provided. On the second floor, you are able to overlook ancient towns of Dali.

    On the first day, I went to Tianlongbabu Studio City, a scenic area which is situated at a holiday resort of the provincial level. It’s composed of three parts, including the Dali scenic spot where you are able to see Dali Street, Dali Palace, and Zhennan Prince City, Liao scenic spot where there is an ancient gate, and Xixia Palace’s scenic spot. What’s more, you can ask someone to take a picture of you who wear costumes

    After that, I visited Zhangjia Garden. It’s a newly-developed scenic spot where facilities and buildings are all brand-new. As a matter of fact, it’s worth a visit.

    Having entered Zhangjia Garden, I watched singing and dancing performances a little bit. And a kind of famous tea from Dali can be tasted for free and it’s called Sandao Tea. while you are visiting, it’s easy to get lost in the garden, where courtyards are very delicate and there are all kinds of flowers, most of which are rare. In addition, it’s called the First Garden of Yunnan surrounded by camellia, rhododendron, and lakes.

    Last, having visited some scenic spots in Dali, I went back to the Ancient Town of Dali to hang about at the West Street where the streets all look similar and there are many shops.

    The trip in Dali ended like that. Although I went to a lot of scenic spots to visit, I didn’t feel any tired.

      
              

      
        

     

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