The white splendour of architecture- Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal often addressed as the crown of Palaces is beautifully crafted white marble mausoleum located in Agra of Uttar Pradesh, India. This building is said to have been built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the fond and loving memory of his third wife Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful mausoleum is universally admired as masterpieces and finest examples of World’s heritage. In the year 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The most famous part of Taj Mahal is the white domed marble mausoleum and is said to be an integrated complex of structures.

The extraordinary splendour of Mughal architecture is reflected in the beautiful structure of Taj Mahal. In fact the style of this mausoleum combines elements from Persian, Ottoman Turkish, Islamic as well as Indian architectural styles. The construction is said to have begun around 1632 and was reported to have been completed around 1653. The Taj Mahal is said to attract a large number of tourists every year not only from the country but also from all across the globe. UNESCO is said to have documented that more than 2 million visitors in the year 2001 with nearly 200,000 from overseas. I will sure end by saying that the sight of Taj Mahal on a full night will surely make you spellbound.

The Majestic remembrance of Roman architecture- Colosseum of Rome

In the year 2007, one monuments was added as the Seven New wonders of the world which is the Colosseum of Rome. The mighty structure is also addressed as Flavian Amphitheatre is an elliptical amphitheatre located in the centre of the city of Rome in Italy. This structure is said to have been built of concrete and stone and is reported to be the largest amphitheatre of the entire Roman Empire. This work is regarded as the greatest works of Roman architecture as well as engineering.

This structure was started by emperor Vespasian in the 70 AD and was completed during the time of his heir and successor Titus in 80 AD. This colosseum can hold around 50,000 and 80,000 spectators and is said to have been used for gladiatorial contest along with public spectacles such as animal hunts, executions, re- enactments of famous battles along with dramas based on Classical mythology. In the early medieval era, this structure was used solely for entertainment. The Majestic structure will surely take you back to the Roman Medieval era once you step your foot in it.

Great Pyramid of Giza - The unique reflection of ancient Egyptian culture

One of the oldest seven wonders of the ancient world  to remain intact till date is Great Pyramid of Giza. This place is often addressed by various other names like Pyramid of Khufu or Pyramid of Cheops. This pyramid is situated in the El Giza in Egypt. This Great Pyramid was said to be the tallest man made structure in the world for over 3800 years.  It is said according to the Egyptologists that the pyramid was built as a tomb over a 10 to 20-year period and is said to have concluded around 2560 BC.

This great pyramid incorporates about 23 million stone blocks which is said to have weighed an average of 2.5 to 15 tons each. The pyramid is said to have three burial chambers. The first is underground which is carved into bedrock. The second is aboveground chamber which is called the queen’s chamber and third is the king’s chamber which had a red granite sarcophagus placed  almost exactly at the center of the pyramid.  I would surely say this place will take you much closer to the culture of ancient Egypt and you will also feel the sense of mystery once near the pyramid.

The Pristine White Beauty of the City Palace Udaipur

India is incredible when it comes to offering exclusive tourist locations. One of such architectural splendour is the City Palace of Udaipur. Built for over a period of nearly 400 years, the construction of this palace was started by Maharaja Udai Singh II.

The palace is located on the eastern bank of Lake Pichola in Rajasthan and is said to be a unique blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles.and is considered to be the largest of its type in Rajasthan. This palace is often referred to as the “Venice of the east” and is built on a hilltop offering panoramic view of the city and the surroundings.

Located against a picture perfect background of rugged mountains, this palace was used for filming for various movie like James Bond movie Octopussy. There are series of palaces and structures within the city complex area. I can conclude by saying that architectural blend here left me spell bounded with a longing to visit this place again and again.

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Top Six Locations which offers you a splendid warm Holiday this Festive season

Christmas and New Year is the most special time of the year. Its Holiday and festive mood everywhere. The longstanding tradition of the western world is that they wish to spend this festive time of the year with family and friends. However the people living in colder northern countries experiencing extreme cold climate usually look for alternatives. These alternatives are usually the island and countries with tropical climate where this people can spend a marvelous holiday instead of being bundled up. Here are some of the exclusive tourist places where one can enjoy the warm weather along with low prices during Christmas and New Year’s.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta till date remains Mexico’s tourism jewels. The weather here during Christmas is ideal for those who want to escape the bitter winter cold. The average December temperature ranges from 18°C to 30°C. There are well located chains of hotels and resort areas which offer you affordable accommodation and you can also get easy good deal flights from various North American cities.

Cartagena, Colombia

The tourism industry of Colombia has been given a new dimension in the recent years. However the historic beach city of Cartagena has been popular for much longer time. Cartagena offers interesting mix of a Walled colonial city along with beach hotels. This location is not only popular with international tourists during the winter months but also domestic Colombian tourists take their holidays here. The temperature here is also favorable with the highest being 30°C and the lowest being 24°C. So this location is surely one of the sunshine favorite locations of the world.

Phuket, Thailand

One of the Asia’s most popular beach destinations is undoubtedly Phuket. There are 12 different beach areas here which are very different from one another. There are numerous villas to rent in Phuket offered at an affordable price located at different strategic locations which includes Patong Beach, Karon beach, Kata Beach, Surin Beach, Kamala Beach to name a few. The Patong Beach is most popular given its bursting nightlife and exclusive Thai food but it is one of the most crowded beaches of all. On the other hand, beaches like Karon and Kata are much more serene. This had been the favorite tourist destination among North European for decades and it is still quite affordable even during the peak season with its favorable climate ranging between 31°C to 24°C.

Roatán Island, Honduras

Roatán Island is known to be the largest Honduras' Bay Islands and lies on the Southern Edge of Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the world’s second largest reef. As a result this island offers great opportunities to indulge in various water sports which include diving and snorkeling along with various sandy beaches to laze upon. All total there are 60 hotels on this island with surprisingly cheaper holiday rates. That is the reason it is advisable to book early and book fast to get the best possible deals and holiday in Christmas.

Goa, India

Next is incredible India. One of the tourists friendly location is Southern India with numerous beach towns is Goa. Goa is surely a famous hippie hangout for the Europeans for decades now and is popular with families especially during the festive season of Christmas and New Year. Room rates are quite cheaper here even during the peak time with beautiful music and exclusive beach life to fill your days with joys and laughter. You will surely not be disappointed from spending a holiday here and this place is surely worth your money.

Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia

The location Penang Island along with the main city of Georgetown is certainly worth a location during the festive season. This region is quite popular with Westerners and Asian visitors as a compensation for Phuket and other Thailand islands. There are numerous cheaper hotels in the historic center of Georgetown with the beachfront areas being a little costly. The city of Penang is known for its culinary delight with numerous cheap as well as colorful food courts.

The Christmas as well as the New Year are just knocking at our door and are certainly high time that you start your planning. Without further delay, choose any of the above location as well as early as possible to enjoy a marvelous warm Christmas Holidays with your family and loved ones.

The Enhanced Beauty of Niagara Falls

Collective three waterfalls lying in between the international border of Canada and United States is often addressed as the Niagara Falls. The three falls are the Horseshoe Falls, the Bridal Veil Falls and the American Falls.

Peak number of visitors arrives at the falls during nighttime when the Niagara Falls can be visited both during daytime as well as evening. The fall can be viewed from both the Canadian side and American side. There are different floodlights which illuminate the both sides of the falls. According to report, the number of visitors in the year 2007 was expected to be 20 million while by 2009, the rate increased to top 28 million tourist.

One of the oldest as well as the best known attraction which attracts maximum tourist is the Maid of the Mist boat cruise. This cruise boat carries passengers into the rapids below the falls since 1846. This cruise boats can easily operate from different boat docks on both sides of the falls.

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Cautionary Measures While Investing in Phuket’s Real Estate Industry

Phuket the island on Andaman Sea is known for its tourism sector as well as real estate sector. If considered the tourism industry, this island surely has a lot to offer to the tourist visiting the land starting from its carefree tranquilities of the beaches, delicious cuisine, bursting nightlife and last but not the least happening shopping outlets.

Now the real estate sector, there are numerous reasons why people opt to buy property in Phuket say for example to use it as a second vacation homes, to live in at the time one reach the retirement age or even as a business investment. Surrounding the real estate industry in Phuket, numerous things had rapidly developed like modern infrastructure, schools and international hospital to attract potential people from all across the globe.

Land across the busy beaches of Patong and Kata, Bang Tao and Surin Beach are offering exclusive villas, resorts, condos for long term rental as well as purchasing purpose. The real estate industry of Phuket has considerably flourished in the past twenty years which has lead to the development of commercial real estate market. The growth in the real estate market has considerably stimulated the economy of Phuket.

Many tourists who come to Phuket often falls prey into the hands of dishonest realtors. Due to the rising demands of Phuket’s real estate market, there is nothing unusual in the fact that dishonest realtors try to cheat or make use of inexperienced travelers. The prime reason behind this being that Phuket’s real estate market is very active and profitable. So it is always better to contact respectable companies which have a good reputation in the real estate and property sector.

Mostly the problem occurs when tourists decides to contact private brokers dealing with the real estate sector. These private brokers are not looking for good name but they only target profits and money which is not the case with genuine companies.

There are different ways in which these dishonest realtors attract customers. Mostly what happens is that fraud realtors request you to deposit a minimum payment in advance especially during the high season like for example 10-30% of the total amount. While on the other hand, the standard reputed landlords usually request you to deposit 50-100% in advance if one is booking house or villa in the high season which is generally considered the standard amount in Phuket. Thus these low prices acts as bait and customers falls prey into it. What happens in most case people usually lose their prepayment which had given to dishonest agents. So you will have to be more careful as lost money could not be received so easily.

A careful research is necessary while opting for real estate agents in Phuket. If your real estate broker refuses to show any additional photos of the villa or property, it means that they have no access to the property. What happens in most cases is that these fraud realtors copy pictures from different agency’s website and claim that as their own. As result when customers book those properties they are cheated very easily as they prepay money for the property which does not even exist.

It is advisable to opt for investment through local Phuket real estate agent when buying any property in Phuket. These agents have 100% knowledge about the property they are offering. These local agents real estate platform are internationally acclaimed for their services and you can even cross check their status and genuineness from various reviews posted by happy customers on different reputed review websites. Thus since real estate investments are investments for lifetime so always opt for the company you can completely trust with your money.

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The Rich History and Architectural Significance of Temple of Karnak

Comprising of vast chapels, decayed temples, pylons as well as other buildings, Temple of Karnak attracts tourist from all across the globe. This place has derived its name from the nearby and surrounded village of El-Karnak which is 2.5 kilometres north of Luxor.

This city of temples was said to have been built over 2,000 years and the temple is dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Khonsu and Mut. This place is majestic in itself and its several colossal statues has the power to overshadow different wonders of the world.

It is said that the area of the great temple situated at the heart of Karnak is so big that it can easily fit the Notre Dame Cathedrals and St Peter’s in Milan within its walls.

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Neuschwanstein Castle of the Mad king in Germany

Situated on a rugged hill, just above the village of Hohenschwangau near Fussen in the Southwest Bavaria in Germany, the Neuschwanstein Castle is a nineteenth century Romanesque palace. This palace was owned by Ludwig ll of Bavaria and after his death this palace was opened to the public in the year 1886. It is reported that since the year 1886, more than 61 million people has visited the palace. Annually more than 1.3 million people and 6000 visitors per day during the summer visit the palace. This palace is known to be the inspiration for Sleeping Beauty’s castle of Disneyland.

The interior of the palace is marvellous in its architectural splendour. The palace has near about 14 rooms which includes the throne room, Ludwig's suite, the Singers' Hall, Grotto along with other rooms for the administrative staff and the servants. Before the death of Ludwig, only 14 rooms were finished and were completely decorated. The architectural fashion is often referred to as castle romanticism.

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Antelope Canyon - A Photographer’s Paradise

Located on on Navajo land near Page, Arizona, Antelope Canyon is a slot canyon often referred to as a Photographer’s and sightseer’s paradise. It is usually divided into two sections one being the Upper Antelope Canyon also known as The Crack and the other being the Lower Antelope Canyon or The Corkscrew.

This slot canyon is one of the most visited one of the Southwest where tourist are permitted to make tour arranged by private tour companies. The upper canyon is the most preferred one which is visited because of the facts that its entire length along with the entrance requires no climbing and beams can be better observed here than the upper canyon. Beams are noticed mostly in the summer months- from March 20 to October 7 every year.

The lower canyon is accessible through a flight of stairs as it is V-shaped and shallower than the upper canyon. This canyons also draws numerous photographers despite its limitations.

Why should you Choose Phuket over Maldives?

Are you in a dilemma of choosing between Phuket & Maldives to visit during holidays? Let’s go through a brief details about the two places & what they offer individually.

The Republic of Maldives is an Indian Ocean island state. It is consisted of 1,190  islands. Among them 200 are inhabited. The weather is tropical & mild. Male is the capital city of the state & Hulhule International Airport is located just 2 Kms away from the city.

Main landmark of the city is the Presidential Palace (Theemuge). Many stalls & small shops are located in the outskirts of the city. You can visit the city Fish Market. Near this there is a market where you can find each & every article of Maldives.

Main attractions for the visitors in Maldives are the beaches, restaurants, cafes, tea houses & theme parks. Exquisite local & continental dishes are available at the beach side restaurants.

Ferry excursions are popular among tourists. You can go to the airport berth via a ferry trip at the Boduthakurufaanu embankment.

Tourists prefer seaplanes to move to & fro to other islands. Another mode of transportation is  motor boats or Dhoni boats. But they are relatively slower in speed. That’s why they are mostly used for diving cruises.

Phuket is the largest island of Thailand, located in the Indian Ocean. Most comfortable season to visit the island is from the months of November to March. At this point of the year the island is dry & sunny. Pristine & picturesque beaches hold the major attraction.

Visit the enchanting local rivers & beaches. Here there are white sandy beaches & water is so crystal clear that you can see upto a depth of 30 mts.

Taste excellent Thai cuisines at beach side restaurants. The west coast of Phuket welcome you with La Vegas styled nightlife at notorious beach resort of Patong. Other colorful beach resorts are Surin, Karon & Kata while Kamala is more tranquil version of beach life.

If I was in your place & had to choose between Phuket & Maldives I would opt for the former. The reasons are given below.

• Maldives is extremely expensive & if you are a student you may not be able to afford it. Villas in Phuket come within the reach of a middle class tourist. Resort, apartments, villas in Phuket are concentrated in the western part of the island. Numerous villas, apartments & condominiums are available here.


• Phuket & her inhabitants are extremely friendly. You can befriend with many lovely people. While the people of Maldives are of more sombre nature. They offer you the right service but they are not into making casual friends.


• Phuket offers you a huge range of recreational activities. But in Maldives you can only dine, dive & lounge at the beaches. Phuket offers her visitors with an ample scope of entertainment & highlights of Thai heritage. This includes elephant safari tours, elephant shows, orchid parks, Thai dance dramas, Buddhist pagodas & the processions of monks around the convents. One of the most popular attractions in Phuket is the participation of tourists in water sports activities like diving, snorkelling, water skiing, sailing, hang gliding etc.


• Transportation between islands in Maldives are made possible through seaplanes & they are really costly. While in Phuket you can move between islands on ferries & boats & they are really cheap.


• Visa norms are relaxed in Thailand in comparison to Maldives. You are entitled for a visa in Maldives if you have a valid return ticket. While no such restriction is there in Thailand. A tourist is entitled for visa in Thailand if he/she has a valid passport of 6 months beyond their intended stay in Thailand. While a thirty days free visa is available for people of all nationalities in Maldives. On expiry of this time frame people are removed from there. But you can extend your visa 6 months beyond your intended date of return from Phuket. People belonging to specific 48 countries are offered a tourist visa exemption in Thailand while norms are equal for all nationals in Maldives.

On the basis of above mentioned points, visiting Phuket will be more alluring than visiting Maldives & I would have certainly opted for Phuket before anything.

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The Spectacular Horsetail Fall at the Yosemite National Park

When water flows during the few weeks in February at the Horsetail Fall, the park visitors & photographers gather here during the waning light of evening to witness a spectacular natural phenomenon. It is called The Horsetail Fall phenomenon. At this time of the day sunlight falls at such an angle that it sets the waterfall ablaze with the play of colors-of red & orange. It seems as if a river of fire is falling down the cliffs of El Capitan.

You can get most stunning views during the middle to late February. However it depends on the weather conditions. You may be luckier visiting the place before or after that time frame depending on the level of water flow & the cover of the cloud.

Most amazing photos can be clicked at the El Capitan picnic area. It is situated at around 1.7 miles from the Yosemite lodge on the Northside Drive of the Falls. During the latter part of February, you can see very often crowd of photographers of every distinction catching the last rays of the sun in the dusk in their cameras.

If you are a photography enthusiast willing to take unique images of the Fall, you need to explore different angels & shift through different locations. There are different locations that work wonders. Search for the locales where the Falls will be lit from the back by the sun. These locales can be found along the river or along the rim.

Try to visit this place during this time of the year to see this amazing natural phenomenon. Trip to the Horsetail Fall in Yosemite National Park will remain a lifetime experience for nature lovers & photographers.

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Witness the Rich History of India at Chittorgarh Fort

If you want to witness the history of one of the bravest ruling clans of India, come & visit Chittorgarh fort in the State of Rajasthan. The fort is located around 112 km from Udaipur. it is constructed on a hill near the Gambheri river. It was built in 7th century AD by some Mauryan ruler. Regular bus services are available. Also, you can hire a taxi from the City of Udaipur & reach here.

It is credited of being the largest fort in India. It is spread over an area of 700 Acres & extend over 3 kms in length & 13 kms in peripheral length. This impregnable fort had witnessed 3 war fares.There are well designed palaces, huge towers & magnificent cenotaphs. Several strong gateways secure the colossal structure of the fort. This massive fort is accessible through 7 huge gates or ‘Pols’ that includes fortification with strong iron spikes. In earlier times they also served as watch towers.

Many palaces are there inside the fort that need a special mention. There are Rana Kumbha Palace & Rani Padmini’s Palace. These are marvels of Rajput architecture. Legendary beauty of Rajasthan Rani Padmini committed suicide inside the underground cellars at Rana Kumbha Palace to save her honour during one of the several battles fought here.

The fort is decorated with 2 most impressive towers depicting the glorious history of Rajasthan & her rulers. They are the ‘Vijay Stambha’ or The Tower of Victory & the ‘Kirti Stambha’ or The Tower of Fame. ‘Kirti Stambha’ is a 7 storied structure with a height of 22 mts. You can reach to different floors by covering 54 steps.

Come home to the State of Rajasthan because if you give a miss to this part of India, you miss her rich heritage & The Fort of Chittorgarh is a living piece of history. So take some time out from your busy schedule & do make a point to visit this fort.

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Melancholic Beauty of Fairy Pools at the Isle of Skye in Scotland

The name of Scotland simultaneously brings in mind the image of bagpipes being played by men wearing Scottish kilts. Scotland is the land of unique beauty. People who can appreciate the beauty of pristine nature blended with a sense of melancholia will truly enjoy Scotland. Among numerous places to visit in Scotland, Fairy Pools at the Isle of Skye is a beautiful blue & crystal clear pool on the river Brittle.

It is situated at the foothills of the Black Cuillins near Glenbrittle. Visitors all over the world are enticed to come here for its amazing scenic beauty. It offers “Wild Swimming” for those brave hearts who dare to swim inside the chilling waters. There is an exciting opportunity for photography for less adventurous visitors as the place is gifted with fantastic scenic beauty.

On the west of Skye is Carbost, the nearest village to the Pools. You can reach to the Pools by walking along the road to Glenbrittle. You can reach to the first main waterfall that marks the beginning of the Pools by covering 2.4 Kms that takes you about 40 mins. Most of the visitors take time to explore different pools along up the river from the 1st waterfall.

This place is ideal to visit in the dry seasons as rainy days make the place slippery & dangerous to trek.

Parking facility is available at the gravel car park area established by the Forestry Commission. You can reach to the first & the largest waterfall in about 20 mins. from the car parking area.

Enjoy the breathtaking scenic beauty of the Fairy Pools & hear the quiet music of nature. This place is worth visiting at least once in lifetime.

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New Year Celebrations & Phuket

I will be off to Phuket on coming eve of the new year this year. Extremely excited to be there. I checked a number of travel agents, both local & international. But as per my common sense, I chose to go with some local travel & booking service provider. There were many like Phuket.com, LivePhuket.com, PhuketRentHouse.com etc. Among them I liked the reviews about LivePhuket.com. So I booked a villa from them at Patong.

New year is a big & lavish affair in Phuket. It is a cool place for both a middle income man & an affluent one. I heard a lot about the spectacular fireworks there. The budget travellers can enjoy their drinks & snacks at beachside area & watch fireworks, hear music from various musical concerts being held by talented DJs at beachside parties.

Patong & Surin beaches attract chunk of visitors. In recent years the beach clubs at Surin organized buffet treats satisfying the foodies with a variety of continental & oriental cuisines. There was a long list of drinks to be chosen from. I hope this will be repeated this year. New year in Patong is synonymous with festivities, musical performances & good food. The sky comes alive with glittering Chinese lanterns. A 3 days new year celebration is held in Patong from Dec. 30th to 1st Jan. Musical performances are delivered on a giant floating stage. Gala nights are organised by many luxury hotels.



A spectacular show of firework is organized at the west coast beaches on Dec.31st, all for free. Musical competitions are held. Lovely music is delivered at Karon beach parties. Dance festivals are held there.

A 3 days new year celebration starts in Phuket from Dec.29th to Dec.31st. It includes organisation of musical concerts & contests, food stalls offering you some amazing dishes, ‘Light Wonderland’ & shows of fireworks at midnights.



The pubs & nightclubs of Bangla road become charged up. The DJS at discos spin pulsating music. I wish to make some interesting & beautiful friends there. This will be an added reward for me.



Family oriented people may enjoy a night out at Adventure Mini Golf Course which is situated near Bangtao beach. A Golf party is organized by the Golf Club that includes lavish dinner parties along with DJ nights.

You may be lucky enough to see JLo standing on some luxury cruise as at this time of the year many celebrities flock this part of the globe. All these possibilities are charging me even further. I just can’t wait to be there guys. Image Courtesy: http://bit.ly/1u9bVdC Image Courtesy: http://bit.ly/1150FEB Image Courtesy: http://bit.ly/1usSgH4

A Memorable Honeymoon in Australia

I heard that there are many places in Australia which the honeymoon couples would love to explore. But these are not so well known destinations for the tourists. I plan to take a trip to such places with my girlfriend. Let’s check two of them in brief details.

Barossa Valley: Appreciate the rustic atmosphere of Barossa valley, situated in South Australia. Renowned for its fine wines & champagnes, Barossa valley is a paradise for the oenophiles. South Australia is famous for its fine wineries & lush green vineyards. Foodies would have a gala time spending here. Wolf Blass, Pehmann & Penfolds are some of its renowned wineries. Take a look around the roads of the city & appreciate the beautiful buildings of the churches. If you are planning to visit it in the month of April, be witness to Australia’s largest & longest running Wine Festival, the Barossa Vintage Festival, going to be held between April 15th to 19th, 2015. Join the Sabato Sera saturday night dinners. Music lovers, sooth your ears at candlelight concerts of Barossa. Take a relaxed walk to explore the tranquility, serenity, fine dining & scenic views of this place. I bet you will fell in love with the Barossa valley.

Byron Bay: This laid back town at New South Wales is ideal for honeymooners. Pristine beaches & wonderful sceneries are added charm of this place. This will be a luxurious & relaxing trip experience for you. Sun tan your skin on the beach; water sports enthusiasts, ready your surf boards; try your hand in hand gliding as the views from sky are amazing; nature lovers, get set for whale watching expedition. You may also take a few minutes boat trip to Cape Byron Marine Park ; take a trip to the Cape Byron Lighthouse, a historical 1901 built lighthouse through the oceanway, which runs through the central city area. Byron Bay is also a renowned place among national & international backpacker community.

 Do you like scuba diving & snorkelling? Yes. Then this is your ultimate destination. Sub tropical rain forests are situated near Byron Bay. Make it a point to visit the Nightcap National Park & Minyon Falls. Indulge in kayaking & fishing. Huff, with so much to do, do you get a chance to be bored? No way.

Australia is the land of amazing stuffs. There are numerous things to do & places to explore. So I am looking forward to take a trip there as soon as possible.

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Reasons I Wish to Visit Naples

Naples, the name itself brings a sensation of romance & the charm of old world. Sometimes while driving my Ferrari California along Beachside Drive at Rancho Palos Verdes, CA my wandering imagination takes me to the narrow, bending road along the Amalfi coast situated at south of Naples. I feel like driving through its treacherous bends (about 1000 in total number).

I feel that shivering sense of adventure while thinking about it (2 cars can hardly go side by side). Drive through it & enjoy the spectacular views of the Tyrrhenian sea. An exploring spirit would take you to Cetara, a seaside fishermen’s village on the Amalfi coast.

We grew on Italian pizza & accustomed to hear that it originated in Naples. Thus you can sense that Naples is a paradise for gourmets. Feast on Spaghetti, Pizza, sea foods, anchovies with provolone & lobster claw shaped pastry dessert, ummh! Amazingly delightful.

Often described as an open air museum, Naples is surrounded by history. Take a look at Museo Cappella Sansevero, a baroque styled, historical church. Even an agnostic would appreciate the master piece marble statue of “Veiled Christ”.

Visiting Naples & excluding the National Archaeological Museum of Naples is a sacrilege. History buff or not you will love the place. Appreciate the Farnese collection. Feel the pain of unfulfilled dreams of citizens of Pompeii when the killer lava waves of Vesuvius engulfed the city, thousands of years back as the Museum owns the biggest collection of artefacts from the lost city. You will wonder about the fickleness of lady luck when you see how a small article could have survived that moment of annihilation.

Until now you must have understood why I am so emotional about visiting Italy. A paradise for foodies, history & art buffs & also musical connoisseurs, Naples will hold a section of heart forever. Try to visit her at least once in your lifetime.

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