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Madrid, the capital of Spain, is a city prominent with its rich history as it witnessed several civilizations like being part of the great Andalusia. Perhaps one of the most popular things in modern day Madrid is its football (soccer) team, Real Madrid. However, Madrid is filled with other things worth the time for sightseeing. Puerto Del Sol Puerto Del Sol, Gate of the Sun, was originally one of the city’s gates. The best place to stay in Madrid is Puerto Del Sol as it is the center of the city and all of the highways radiate from it. In the center, the famous statue of a bear standing against a tree is located to symbolize Madrid’s coat of arms. …

Tourists from all over Europe and other places of the world visit the island of Tenerife in Spain to enjoy its splendid beaches. Tenerife is the hugest island in the chain of the Canary Islands and is a part of Spain. Some beaches in Tenerife suit lovers of sport activities and night entertainment, while other beaches suit tourists who long for tranquility and privacy. El Bullullo (La Orotava) El Bullullo is a beautiful black beach on the Northern Coast located east of Puerto de la Cruz. El Bullullo looks at one of the most dangerous waters in Tenerife; therefore, visitors of this beach go to sunbathe rather than participate in water sports. A nearby bar offers food and refreshment. Residents …

Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is one of the most attractive places to visit in India. There is something to attract the interest of all tastes of tourists and locals in Mumbai. As Mumbai is populated with over 13 million individuals and its hotels are jammed with visitors at all times, it is best that you reserve a room before reaching Mumbai. The top five places to visit there are: 1. Gateway of India The Gateway of India witnessed a number of the most significant historical events in Mumbai. It was completed in 1920 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. The arch shaped gateway welcomed the return of Gandhi from South Africa and …

Admirers of wildlife would find the best of it in natural habitats provided to animals and plants in the national parks of Kenya. Tourists head to Kenya to participate in the most affordable, yet unique Safaris. Some of the most popular national parks in Kenya are: Aberdare National Park This Kenyan national park covers an interesting landscape in Nyandarua District. Aberdare National Park was created in 1950 to protect the mountains and the wildlife in their perimeter. The national park homes lots of species including endangered ones like the black rhinos whose population in Aberdare is the second largest. Other noticeable species include African lions, baboons, monkeys, elephants, antelopes, leopards and more than 250 bird species. The climate in Aberdare …

Tourists come to Argentina from the American continent and Europe as it has all kinds of tourist attractions. Attractions in Argentina vary from splendid nature, to colonial towns, soccer games, rich culture and certainly a mouthwatering cuisine. Buenos Aires If you’re looking for a cosmopolitan vibe in Argentina then Buenos Aires is the best place to go to. Located off the southeast coast of South America, this city has Spanish inspired architecture and is considered the most amazing Latin American capital. You can entertain yourself by watching talented street performers or enjoy a tango dinner show. Other than tango dances, Buenos Aires contains exciting Spanish theaters, museums, fairs, polo matches, shopping centers and pedestrian areas for a walk of exploration. …

Seekers of an adventure that combines oriental and western flavor would adore a visit to Asia’s Shanghai. The city is a cosmopolitan treasure privileged by being placed on a fabulous water front and by having interesting culture. Hanging out in Shanghai is very facilitated as transportation includes everything from taxis to Shanghai Maglev Train, a high-speed magnetic levitation train. Shopping The best place to shop in Shanghai or may be the whole world is Nan Jing Road. Crowds assemble in Nan Jing road to shop in its hundreds of shops which don’t lack any popular brand. Plaza 66, Citic Plaza and the Westgate Mall are three of the most famous shopping malls and are located adjacent to each other on …

Fans of Angelina Jolie have probably witnessed the splendid Angkor Thom while watching Tomb Raider. However, no work of art can describe the splendid attractions of Angkor as a visit to this Cambodian city will do. Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and other historical attractions located in Siem Reap go back to Khmer Empire between the ninth and fifteenth century. After the Khmer rule, Angkor and its ruins were abandoned until the French rediscovered the area in the nineteenth century and attempted to restore it and it wasn’t until 2004 that Angkor got removed from the “in danger” section of UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Angkor Wat The most prominent temple in Angkor is Angkor Wat that the national flag of Cambodia …

Winter vacations in cold spots can be really fun with the availability of winter activities such as skiing and making a snowman. However, some cold spots have extremely low temperatures which can be discouraging to do any activities and thus result in the winter blues. For a different joyful winter experience, head for a warm vacation spot such as the following: Dubai Perhaps one of the most advanced city in the Middle East, Dubai represents a perfect destination for winter tourists. As it is situated in the buzzing United Arab Emirates, flights to Dubai are affordable because there are lots of non-stop routes to this engaging location. While in Dubai, you can shop for various prominent brands and stay at …

India is known for being extremely wealthy with culture, heritage and nature. Fort Kumbhalgarh is one of the places where one can visit in India and enjoy all these traits and more. Some reasons to visit Fort Kumbhalgarh are: Location The proximity of Kumbhalgarh to other remarkable tourist attractions in India makes good use of the time stayed in India as visitors will get an opportunity to explore a lot of sights. The fort is located in the state of Rajasthan in the Rajasamand District, lying at a distance of 82 km from Udaipur, a popular Indian tourist spot. Within the premise of Kumbhalgarh there are about 360 temples, 300 of which are Jain and the rest are Hindu. The …

Summer vacation getaways draw much attention because summer vacations are usually the longest. However, that doesn’t diminish the magnificence of winter vacation destinations. In fact, winter destinations offer more options than what summer destinations offer as we will indicate with the US winter destination. The US is blessed by having a diverse geography on a wide landscape and thus presents an interesting variety for winter vacationers. Cold Winter Destinations If your idea about a winter vacation involves being surrounded by white snowy slopes and ice skating rinks, the US has what you are looking for. Skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, sleigh, gondola and horseback riding, snowmobiling, and hiking can all be enjoyed in the mesmerizing settings of several states. Such spots …

When it comes to visualizing paradise on Earth, our minds usually take us to peaceful beaches where we can enjoy basking under the sun, on smooth sands and in front of clear azure water. This enchanting combination can easily be found on the Hawaii archipelago. Perhaps the best island of the archipelago to enjoy all kinds of water activities and sightseeing is the Hawaii island, the Big Island, itself with its wonderful beaches. Hapuna Beach Hapuna Beach is the biggest fine white sand beach on Hawaii Island in the shape of a beautiful half mile curve situated between points of black lava. Set on the northern end of the beach is gorgeous Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel giving you the chance …