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Travelling to see the New Seven Wonders of the World is once in a life time Achievement. The new seven wonders are the Great Wall of China, the Petra in Jordan, the Colosseum in Rome, the Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, Machu Picchu in Peru, Chichen Itza in Mexico, and the Taj Mahal in India.

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Archive for March, 2008

Florida: The Land of Beaches

If anyone is looking for a somewhat bizarre and adventurous family destination for a long vacation, then the right choice is the vast land of Florida. It is truly the ideal place for a family vacation, as it has something to offer to anyone who visits! Florida has a number of structures of great architectural importance to wildlife and it also boasts some of the best beaches in the United States. 12.jpg

Paris Romance and Bizarre!

Any couple in the world that is involved romantically wishes to visit Paris at some time or another. Some of those people who desire to visit the city are inspired by the Napoleon era. Others want to travel to Paris because it is one of the world’s oldest cities. However, few know that Paris is also recognized as a site of heightened paranormal activity. Many people have reported experiences of seeing ghosts in Paris, and brought back tales of the sightings to their respective native countries. One effective method of avoiding ghosts is not to disturb them in any way and as give them their space. There is a very famous tourist destination in Paris known as the Catacombs that is notorious for acting as a residence to a number of ghosts. Many stories regarding this location have developed over the years, establishing it as a probable area of extreme paranormal behavior. paris.jpg
Many have experienced strange dreams in their routine lives. Many children wonder why the sun doesn’t come out at night and why they cannot see icebergs floating on water. A land that fulfills this unusual, yet absolutely beautiful picture-perfect dream, is Greenland. Greenland is a place that contains one twentieth of the world’s ice as well as one tenth of the world’s freshwater. About eighty-five percent of the land in Greenland is covered by ice. 1.jpg The western coast features a majority of Greenland’s tourist attractions. It is a common sight for icebergs to float by in the water. Dolphins and whales are also common. The midnight sun is visible yearly in Greenland as well. The midnight sun seems so pleasant at times that the day actually appears to be endless, and with the birds chirping and children enjoying their football games it is a must-see.
Introduction to Indian Tourist Attractions india_map.jpg India is actually a ‘Jewel in the Crown’ as far as tourism is concerned. The country is a hot-spot tourist destination for tourists from all over the world. India is synonymous with great culture, unique civilization, glorious history and ancient traditions. India is a paradise for travelers and has many cultural, architectural, historical, culinary, adventure, religious, spiritual, sports, and more wonderful opportunities for travelers. There is a lot to see and do in India. India is a vast country with people of many different ethnic backgrounds, religions, customs, languages, lifestyles and cuisines.

Italy - The Land of Tourist Attractions

Italy is a country with many famous cities that you have undoubtedly heard of. Some of these include Rome, Florence, Venice and Tuscany among others. Italy is well known for having many natural parks, beaches, restaurants, and museums. It also has many traditions, a variety of culture, as well as fun and interesting places to go such as amusement parks, water parks, and zoos. This lovely country is a great place for tourists, as it has many outstanding and attractive points of interest. Italy is an ideal place for people who like quiet, less populated areas. Some of the interesting places and attractions that can be found in Italy are mentioned below. Amalfi Coast A lovely location that has many large mountains and a magnificent sea! In the past many people and fishermen came to this location to fish in this sea. Throughout the day this area has a very pleasant climate. It is nice enough that you can enjoy boating in this sea. In this area you will find many boutiques, ceramics shops and other store for shopping. The region has amazing views that include lofty locations where one can look out from high mountain peaks. Around this region the wind blows throughout the day. The water of this blue sea can become extremely chilly.

Greece Tourist Attractions

The major tourist attraction in Greece is Athens which is the capital of Greece. Athens has a newly build airport in Spata. One cannot stopover in Athens without taking a break at the Acropolis which lies above Athens and gives magnificent views of the city. Below the Acropolis lies the region of Plaka where one can find inns and conventional souvenir shops. Greece is also home to a number of museums. As a tourist destination, people come back to Greece again and again. Greece is well known for its pleasant Mediterranean climate, its beaches, fine cuisine and active night life. The Acropolis complex in Athens is a classic example of and ancient Doric architecture which adds to the grandeur of the place. Athens has beautiful atoll getaways off the coast and provides its visitors with all the comforts of contemporary living. Ancient Olympia olympia1.jpg This is where the original Olympic Games took place, and there are several remnants left as a reminder of these great games that were held centuries ago. There are also other places of interest such as the Temple of Hera and the Temple of Zeus. The Temple of Zeus is known for the enormous gold and ivory statue of Zeus that was sculpted by a man named Pheidias. The Temple of Zeus is named as one of the Seven Wonders of the World from ancient times. Close to the statue of Zeus, Phedias’ studio can be found.

Egypt Tourist Attractions

Egypt is a magnificent tourist destination which is situated in North Africa. Most of the tourists attractions in Egypt are located along the Nile river hence one can take a cruise of the Nile river to get a glimpse of Egypt. However there are several monuments, pyramids and historical places which one can visit by spending some time in this exotic holiday destination. Being a popular tourist destination there are exclusive facilities offered in Egypt that include luxurious accommodation and convenient travel to make ones stay very comfortable. Some of Popular Places and Tourist Attractions Cairo cairo_1.jpg Cairo is the capital city where one can find several attractions such as the Egyptian museum of Antiquities which display over 1,00,000 works of art in their hundred and seven widespread halls, the Tutankhamun gallery being the most admired. The other most often visited tourist attraction is the Khan-al-Khalili market which is one of the major markets in the world. This market sells mementos, Arabic clothes, and exotic perfume bottles as well.

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