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Incredible India. That’s the slogan of Indian tourism. Incredible means something that is difficult to be described, amazing, does not make sense …. Tracing India’s as if tracing wonders. A lot of amazing destinations. One is Taj Mahal, Agra City. The Indians call it Monument of Love.
Agra was the capital of the Islamic Empire which for centuries Mughol power in India. Empire was founded in 1526 AD to the invaders conquered England in 1857. Taj Mahal is the real tomb building. Taj Mahal is remembered as a symbol of love Shan Jehan, the fifth emperor of the dynasty Mughol, his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
Shan Jehan built the Taj Mahal in 1631 for the tomb of Mumtaz. His real name Arjumand Begum, Princess Persia (Iran). After marriage, Arjumand named Mumtaz Mahal, which means Jewel Palace. Mumtaz is known for her beauty, his concern for the poor. He is the idol of the people. Mumtaz died at the age of 39 years, when giving birth to 14th child in June 1631. Death Empress makes Shah Jehan was so grieved. The time is widely used to pray and read the Koran at the tomb of Mumtaz. Read the rest of this entry »
Boat Quay and Clarke Quay in Singapore is a place that should not be missed to visit. Region filled with restaurants, pubs and clubs, as well as other entertainment venues. It seems a lot of visitors coming in who want to feel the atmosphere of a romantic dinner. The second condition places somewhat crowded, and visitors will be accompanied by a variety of music, ranging from loud music to jazz to remedy the liver. Not a few foreign tourists were seen spending time here.
Boat Quay
Is a collection of the best places where visitors can enjoy a meal in the open space right next to the Singapore River. There is a wide choice of cafes, restaurants, pubs and designer galleries. Formerly this place is a port of the most crowded. But now transformed into a hangout for locals and foreigners.
Clarke Quay
Located on the banks of the river which combines an arena where food, shopping and entertainment in one area. There are five blocks of housing and shops. There are also specialty restaurants, some themed pubs and wine bars. Enjoy the food choices at Riverside Point.
HALONG Bay is the most famous natural tourist attraction in Vietnam. Located in the northern part of China and bordering waters. Halong Bay has the meaning “the bay where the dragon descent“. According to legend, when the Vietnam war with China the dragon family descended to earth to help the Vietnamese people.
The tourists who arrive in Hanoi typically continue their journey to tour in Halong Bay which can be reached by car for 3.5 hours. If you want to do a tour, it is advisable to stay in a timber ship or “junk boat“. This ship will carry you around in the area of ??Halong Bay. To select the type of tour offerings you can visit the Ma May St. in the Old Quarter. This place provides tour operators with a wide selection of tours according to your wishes and financial condition. The tour guide will explain about Vietnam in general, the history and tourism.
During the cruise, you can memikmati beautiful karst islands of green in a sea of ??blue. In the area there Titop Halong Bay which is part of UNESCO heritage park. When stopped by this place, you can down the stairs to the top of the hill and watched the scenery of Halong Bay. No less interesting than Halong Bay there is a floating village whose beauty was so natural. The village is also equipped with schools, clinics and various shops.
TAKTSHANG Monastery is one of the most sacred in Bhutan. The shrine was built in 1692 is also known as Tigers Nest Monastery. Unique name is because the translation of the word ‘Taktshang‘ is ‘Tigers Nest‘.
The legend behind the construction Taktshang Monastery is the existence of this building which has existed since the 8th century and its links with the historic figure, Guru Rinpoche or Padmasambhava. He was honored as the second Buddha because a substantial contribution in the spread of Buddhism from Tibet to Bhutan.
For the sustainability of this place, the government of Bhutan to take the next step by doing repairs on the building. But without changing the authenticity of the elements of greatness in it. Ancient objects that have been there before, put back in place properly. It took years and hard work and persistence to renovations completed in 2005.
The most attention is the variation of the four temples that look different from each other. One of them became famous because the region was told to be a place for meditation for 3 months by Guru Rinpoche and also the birth place of one high-ranking monks. Currently, you can visit all the temples of Taktshang Monastery. However, before walking up the slope towards the temple, you are required to request special permission and a guide to accompany into the temple. This is because you are not a resident of Bhutan.
NOT difficult trip to Mumbai. Here are 10 places to become a mainstay as we have quoted from page nationalgeographic.com:
1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya Museum
This museum is the largest in Mumbai. Inside are antiques from around the country. Starting from the old statue, a beautiful Mughal paintings, ancient artifacts from the Indus Valley to the instrument handmade weapons. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya Museum is located at 159-161 Mahatma Gandhi (MG) Road, Fort.
2. Chowpatty beach
This is one popular spot to watch the sunset. Many people who go to Chowpatty beach for a breath of sea air while eating bhelpuri (fried snacks) or choose to swim. Still wondering where they are located? Try visiting the address Chowpatty, Marine Drive (Netaji Bose Road Subhashchandra).
3. Elephanta Island
Small Island in Mumbai Harbor is famous for its ancient cave temple carvings, especially the temple of Shiva. Here you can see the carvings of gods who faced three. Transportation is needed is a boat that is available near the Gateway of India. Read the rest of this entry »