Tourist Attraction In Singapore

Jurong Bird Park
Singapore, an island country located at the same time not far from Riau Islands is indeed remarkable. Holding the title as the financial center of the 4th highest in the world, the country is composed predominantly of ethnic Chinese, Malays, and Indians was never lonely traveler. Regardless of the total area is only about 700 km2, Singapore has a tourist attraction that can not be underestimated. Small but very impressive. The following are some of the attractions in the republic:

Jurong Bird Park

The world's largest bird park was opened in 1971 on an area of 20 acres. Located in Jurong Hill, Jurong Bird Park is inhabited by about 5,000 birds of 380 species.

Some of the main attractions Jurong Bird Park is:

African Waterfall Aviary

Breeding birds from Africa with shades of tropical forests of Africa. There are 1,500 birds of 50 species, including starlings, whydahs, turacos, Egyptian geese, parrots, and others. Here also there are two posts where visitors can observe the area planted more than 10,000 plants from Africa and enjoy the scenic waterfall.

Southeast Asian Birds Aviary

260 breeding bird species of Southeast Asian origin, one of which is the Bali mynahs which is a rare bird. At least as few as 50 Bali mynahs that still exist today. The birds are bred here and its activities were recorded for 24 hours every day. Later the birds multiply the results will be released back to the wild.

Jungle Jewels Flight Aviary

Breeding birds small South American origin.


Lory Loft
Lory breeding bird from Australia is very unique because it is made such that visitors can observe this area of the posts as high as 9 levels of the soil surface. Once in place, visitors are greeted by a Bottle trees are 125 years old.

In addition, there are a number of exciting performances that can be seen by visitors to the Jurong Bird Park, like a bird that can talk like humans, birds singing, bird painting, bird exercising, and so on.

Universal Studios

This is the second Universal Studios theme park in Asia after Osaka, Japan. Located on the island of Sentosa, this amusement park stands majestically on an area of 20 acres.

Of the 24 existing attractions, 18 of which are designed specifically for the amusement park. Universal Studios Singapore consists of 7 zones, namely:

  • Hollywood, is the main entrance gate of the amusement park. Here are a la broadway theater, a number of restaurants and shops. There is also a replica of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
  • New York, New York depicts the city's post-modernization. There is a replica of the New York public library here.
  • Sci-Fi City, describes the future of modern versatile. There is a 42.7 meter tall roller coaster called Battlestar Galactica: Human vs. Cylon here.
  • Ancient Egypt, depicting the golden age of ancient Egypt in the 1930s. Here there are a number of replicas of the tomb of Pharaoh, pyramids, and stone monuments.
  • The Lost World, bringing tourists into the atmosphere like in the movie Jurassic Park and Waterworld.
  • Far Far Away, inspired by the animated film Shrek. This zone brings the atmosphere of a place to stay Shrek Far Far Away Castle, Hook's Night Club, and so on. In the castle, tourists can watch the movie Shrek four dimensions.
  • Madagascar, inspired by the animated movie Madagascar which tells the journey of four friends Alex, Gloria, Melman, and Marty to the African continent.

Universal Studios Singapore is also equipped with various facilities such as more than 30 restaurants, and street food carts, and approximately 20 unique gift shop paced.

Arab Street

As the name implies, this place is a place where the community of Arab descent living and making a living in Singapore. Although the Arab Street is a Muslim area, but anyone can visit this area for menikmasi atmosphere and culture there.

It is said that the origin of the name Arab Street taken in memory of a bloody Arab merchant, Syed Ali bin Mohamed Al Junied. In around 1820, the Arab Street became the center of the textile trade, spices, and rattan. Never experienced fires, Arab Street was rebuilt and managed to survive until now.
When a visit to the Arab Street, tourists can enjoy the historical sights such as the Istana Kampong Glam was built by Sultan Hussein Shah of Johor in 1820, and the Sultan Mosque, the largest mosque in Singapore, which was built in 1928.

For those who like to shop, a row of shops selling carpets Middle East, traditional textiles such as silk sari Thailand and India, the products made from rattan, Muslim clothing, perfumes, and others waiting there. For those who like to taste the food, eat the typical Middle Eastern, Indian, and Malay is also available there.

Sim Lim Square

This is a shopping paradise for fans of gadgets. Located at Rochor Canal Road, the center is populated by hundreds of electronics stores that sell various electronic items such as cameras, phones, video cameras, televisions, laptops, webcams, computer parts, and others. There are also a number of stores that cater to electronic goods repair services.

The price of goods sold in the six-story complex on average cheaper than the prices in other stores as well as in neighboring countries. No wonder so many foreigners who took the time to stop by to Sim Lim Square while on vacation. Some stores also are authorized dealers of a number of famous brands.

For those who would like to visit there, you should prepare a special time so do not rush. Went about collecting brochures or compare prices is not only fun but also very wise thing to do.

State Samba, Brazil

Iguazu
If you hear or read the word "samba", most people will immediately think of going to a dance. Samba Dance is a type of dance that is known for its energetic movements and difficult to learn, coming from the country of Brazil. Samba is the nickname for the country of Brazil.

The largest and most populous country in South America is filled with hills, small mountains and tropical forests. As the former Portuguese colony, Brazil was inhabited by a majority of Roman Catholics. The following are the three most popular tourist destinations in the country of Samba beautiful girl:

Statue of Christ the Redeemer

It is inevitable that the statue of Christ the Redeemer is located in the city of Rio de Janeiro is Brazil's most famous icons. 39.6-meter-high statue is located precisely at the peak of the Corcovado mountain at an altitude of about 700 meters and became a symbol of Christians in Brazil. In October 2006, a chapel was built under the statue and since then many Catholics who hold weddings and baptisms there.

Aged 83 years, the statue of Christ the Redeemer often experience damage from lightning strikes or storms, especially in the fingers, head and eyebrows. Massive restoration carried out in 2010 in which the statue was washed, cement and stone on the surface of the statue replaced, repaired the iron frame and the sculpture as a whole was given a waterproof coating.

Iguazu Falls

Located on the border between Brazil and Argentina, Iguazu waterfalls presents a fantastic natural scenery. Incredible allure make it one of the world's grandest natural wonders. Overall, there are about 275 waterfalls along the river Iguazu. Devil's Throat (devil's throat) is a U-shaped most spectacular waterfalls there, with a height of about 82 meters and a width of about 150 meters.
It is said that according to local legend, the origins of this waterfall is when the gods want to marry a woman named Naipí but was rejected. Naipí instead went with his girlfriend using a canoe. God was angry and split the river thus create waterfalls and Naipí and her lover drowned. Iguazu Falls which splits the river into upper and lower parts was first discovered by the Conquistador Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca, a Spanish explorer in 1541.

Ouro Preto

Brazil has a number of "old town" aka colonial city, one of which is Ouro Preto. The old town is well preserved is located north of the city of Rio de Janeiro and was once the center of gold trade in the 18th century, Ouro Preto itself means "black gold", replacing the original name of the town named Vila Rica.

The old town of Ouro Preto is a collection of small houses built on hilly land that Markowitz unusual formations. Its people are very creative, among which are some talented artists, helped build the city so be unique and attract tourists since the 1930s. One of the pride of Ouro Preto is the church of Sao Francisco de Assis Aleijadinho work.

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Foreign Travel Gods

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Exotic, lively, spicy, are some words that occurred in the head if we imagine India. Culture-laden country and is renowned for its phenomenal Bollywood is one of the countries in Asia that have attracted the attention of tourists. The following are a number of tourist destinations in the country magical deities that:

Dal Lake

In the most northern parts of India, namely in Srinagar, Dal lake there which is the second largest lake in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The extent of 18 km2 with a maximum depth of 6 meters. Most lakes are usually enclosed garden lotus bloom in July and Agustus.Pada winter, the temperature can reach -11 ° C.

The lake is dubbed the "crown jewel of Kashmir" is not only serves as a place of tourism but also as a fishing and commercial harvesting of aquatic plants. Line of 15.5 km along the lake that connects the road to the Mughal gardens, a boat house and inn.

Beautiful lake views can be enjoyed from the edge of the Mughal gardens, Shalimar Bagh and Nishat namely Bagh built during the reign of emperor Jahangir. Tourists can drive around the lake in a boat house.

In Sanskrit, the Dal lake called Mahasarit. According to the history of ancient Sanskrit, there is a village called Isabar to the east of the lake which is home to the goddess Durga.

Gulmarg

Gulmarg means Rose Street is a small town located 52 km from Srinagar. This place is a resort once frequented by kings such as Yusuf Shah Chak and Jahangir. Does not have a permanent resident, Gulmarg is only inhabited by tourists and resort workers.

In the early 20th century, a famous explorer of Central Asia from England, Sir Marc Aurel Stein had stopped at Gulmarg and stay in a tent before continuing his expedition. Gulmarg also become a favorite summer holiday destination for British people who are in India.

The small town is surrounded by the peaks of the Himalayas, with the surrounding atmosphere very calm and peaceful. The temperature in the summer ranges from 25-30 ° C to make Gulmarg an ideal place for trekking, mountain biking, horse riding, fishing, and water skiing. In the winter rains usually very heavy snow, and Gulmarg became a popular place for skiing exercise. There are about 40 hotels in this place.

Gulmarg is one of the seven best ski tourist destinations in Asia by CNN International, the Gulmarg Gondola his well-known as one of the highest cable car in the world at 3,979 meters.

Mughal Gardens

Mughal Gardens is a collection of garden built by the Mughal emperor Islamic architectural style and little influence of the Turkish-Mongolian who were the ancestors of the Mughals.

Although designed with a very formal, this is really part of the park can be enjoyed like the outdoors. Running water is the most important element of Mughal gardens. A pond that reflects and clear blue sky, the various types of trees, including fruit trees, colorful flowers and fragrant grass nan decorate the entire park. Not to forget the birds sweetly chirping and the breeze is also complete paradise.

Shah Jahan, Jahangir prince putting the finishing touches on the architecture of Mughal gardens. Shah Jahan famous for his work on the construction of the Taj Mahal at Agra and the Red Fort in Delhi.

Amer Fort

About 11 km from Jaipur, Rajasthan state, lies a small town Amer. It was there standing Amer Fort, a magnificent citadel relic Raja Alan Singh Chanda.

Hindu and Islamic style fort was built by Raja Alan Singh Chanda, a king Meenas in the 16th century. It is on top of a hill, overlooking the lake Savail. Made of white marble and red sandstone, with a number of gates and cobblestone streets, the castle is truly a beautiful work of art.

Amer Fort is also known as Amer palace, which formerly inhabited by the Rajput Maharajas and their families. Not far from the gate Ganesh temple there is a shrine to the goddess Devi Sila, which was a gift to the King Mansingh when he had defeated the king of Jessore (now Bangladesh) in Bengal in 1604.

Amer City actually has many ancient relics from the time of king Meenas, just that most have been damaged or replaced. Amer Fort is one that is sustainable to date. The most interesting thing the tourists is the chance to marvel at this fort while riding an elephant. Carrying thousands of people visit there every day.

Taj Mahal

Who does not know or have not heard anything about this Indian icon? Taj Mahal, who at first glance looks like a mosque, is a mausoleum located in Agra famous.

Was Shah Jahan, the Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Mumtaz Mahal was Shah Jahan's wife who died during the bloody Persians who gave birth to their son. The mausoleum of Mughal architectural masterpiece took 23 years to construct by deploying approximately 20,000 employees consisting of a goldsmith, engraver, and famous masons from all over the world.

Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world is decorated with white marble, mosaic, as well as various kinds of gemstones such as diamonds, crystal, topaz, and emerald. Swimming and lay the pretty garden at the front of this building.

In 1983, the Taj Mahal was officially listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO.

Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is the highest tower in India. Located in Delhi, 72.5 meter tall stone tower with 379 stairs is one example of Indo-Islamic architecture of the famous first.

Qutb Minar construction initiated by Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1199 which was inspired by the Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan. Made of red sandstone and marble, with a diameter of 14.3 meters and is basically along the crest diameter of 2.7 meters. The tower is decorated with very intricate carvings and quote Quranic verses, also a number of writings in Arabic and Nagari letters.

There are several opinions regarding the purpose of the construction of this tower, the tower of which is called that is built to call Muslims to prayer. Regardless of the actual objectives, Qutb Minar has enriched the history of India. UNESCO has also noted this tower as a world heritage site.

India Gate

Inspired by the Arch de Triomphe in Paris, India Gate is a national monument that is located in the heart of New Delhi. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and built in 1931, this monument is intended to commemorate the 90,000 Indian soldiers who died in World War I and the Anglo-Afghan War III.

The 42-meter-high building stands on a complex area of 306,000 m2 hexagonal shaped. He bottom there is Amar Jawan Jyoti shrine, made of black marble, which marks the tomb of the unknown soldier. Also three flags attached representing the army, navy, and air force. Every day, three soldiers from each army stationed there.

Until now, it was customary for the President and the Prime Minister of India as well as state guests to visit India Gate on every state occasion.

Magical Power of State of Siam

Phi Phi Islands (Phi Phi Islands)
Thailand, formerly known as Siam, is a country that is very charming. One of the kingdoms in Southeast Asia is known for its natural beauty and diversity of traditions, cultures, arts, and culinary very distinctive. The following are some of the popular tourist destinations are presented there:

Phi Phi Islands

Located in the province of Krobi, flanked by the west coast of the island of Phuket and the Andaman Sea, Phi Phi island is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand. The crystal clear waters, white sand along the beach, and rocks the greenery that stood there so charming.

There are six islands in the archipelago, but the biggest and most visited is Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh. In the era of 90s, Phi Phi island is only visited by a handful of adventurers. But since airing the movie The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, located in Phi Phi Leh in 2000, the island suddenly became extremely popular. In addition to its natural beauty protected by the government as a national park, the islands of Phi Phi is also a favorite place for lovers of sport diving, rock climbing, snorkeling, kayaking, and other marine activities.

Phi Phi Islands were destroyed in the tsunami in 2004, but most have been recovered thanks to the restoration in 2010. Uniqueness of this archipelago is located in the province of Muslim majority population Krobi that, and the remaining adherents of Buddhism. There is also a mixed blood population of China Thailand and gypsies. They all live together in peace and still maintain the tradition of each until now.

Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep

Buddhist temple built in the late 14th century in the reign of king Geu Na is the most popular temple in Chiang Mai. Not only pilgrims, too many foreign tourists who visit there throughout the year.

Located about 15 km from Chiang Mai city center, near the summit of Doi Suthep mountain which is famous for its panoramic keindangan, Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep has a number of attractions such as the golden pagoda, a bell tower with a large, 47 murals which tells the life of Buddha, the white elephant sculpture as a symbol of the temple guard, a series of small bells which are believed to bring good luck to those who touch it, a museum and a school for Buddhist monks.

For over a thousand years of Doi Suthep mountain regarded as sacred place by the native inhabitants, the Lua tribe. They believed that the souls of their ancestors settled on the mountain top. When Buddhism entered the land of Siam, the mountain is regarded as the center of the universe.

Doi Inthanon National Park

This is the highest mountain in Thailand, located in the province of Chiang Mai. Formerly known as Doi Luang or Doi Ang Ka, but later renamed in honor of Doi Inthanon, Chiang Mai last king, Inthawichayanon are so concerned about the preservation of the forest there.

Region since 1954 is protected as a national park is part of the Thanon Thong Chai mountain. The extent of about 482 km2, with a height of about 2,565 m above sea level. Diverse flora and fauna occupying the park, including more than 300 species of birds. On the slopes of the mountain, not far from the tribal village Ban Sop Had there Wachirathan waterfall that complements the beauty of this place.

At least 12,000 tourists visited Doi Inthanon national park in celebration of the new year every year. In addition to a number of public facilities around the national park, there is also the Thai Air Force base on top of the mountain.

Tribal Museum (Tribal Museum)

Built in 1965 by the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare of Thailand, the museum is highly recommended for tourists who are interested in getting to know the culture and the indigenous tribes in Thailand.
Located not far from Chiang Mai National Museum, Tribal Museum presents detailed information about the various tribes living in the hills of northern Thailand that culture and language different from the language of the Tai, the national language of the country of the white elephant. Major tribes there is Akha, Karen, Lahu, Lisu, Yao and Hmong. Among all 6 parts, only Yao tribe who have a written language. Each tribe also has distinctive features in terms of religion.

By visiting the Tribal Museum, visitors will better understand the history of Thailand that is rich in various cultures. Various houses, custom clothing, jewelry, souvenirs, photos, musical instruments, weapons, and other traditional objects on display here, with the accompaniment of music that adds to the rustic atmosphere thick of each tribe. It was a very rewarding experience and impressive.

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Attractions In The Land Of Gold

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One of the ASEAN member countries formerly known as Burma or Burma. Population are ethnic Burmese majority originating from Tibet, but ethnic Shan is the original population. Myanmar is a developing country that loves gold, so do not be surprised if there are many buildings made of or plated gold. So many buildings gold, Myanmar also earned the nickname " The Golden Land”. Here are the three most popular tourist destinations in the country of origin of Aung San Suu Kyi, pro-democracy fighters who won the Nobel Peace Prize:

 

Stone Gold (The Golden Rock)

So many places of Buddhist pilgrimage in Myanmar, Gold Stone Kyaiktiyo also called, is one of the most illustrious. Its location on the Sun, about 210 km from the city of Yangon (Rangoon). Created the spectacular scenery that reaped admiration from foreigners.

Stone giant golden as high as 25 feet are located on top of the cliffs as high as 1,100 meters above sea level, and a small stupa perched on it. It's a little unnerving, because it's as if the stone could at any time destroy cliff resting place. There is a convenient way along the 1.2 miles to where the Golden Rock is located and can be reached on foot about 1 hour. All tourists and pilgrims have to take off footwear if you want to get there, according habits of the people of Myanmar.

In addition to the Golden Rock, there are also several pagodas and temples around the complex Kyaiktiyo. Usually Buddhist pilgrims gathered in the area behind the Golden Stone to pray and put gold leaf on the stone as a sign of respect and offerings. While tourists often enjoy the scenery until dusk, when the sun goes down.

Mandalay

Mandalay is the second largest city in Myanmar, after Yangon. The city was once the capital of the Burmese kingdom heyday, and until now a center of trade, education, health, religion, and culture of the country.

With so many immigrants from China in the last 20 years, Mandalay indeed influenced by Chinese culture and increase its trade with China. Myanmar as a religious center as evidenced by the presence of more than 700 pagodas and a monastery there. Right there at the foot of Mandalay Hill Kuthodaw pagoda which is also known as the Book of Buddhist world, where there are 729 stone tablets inscribed with the teachings of Buddha, each shaded by a white stupa.

In addition to visiting monasteries and pagodas, tourists can also visit the replica of the Mandalay palace Mandalay, Mandalay prison, and Yadanabon the zoo is the only zoo that maintains the Burmese roofed turtle.
Fans can also purchase shopping silk fabric, rugs, handicrafts stone and wood carvings, jade, Buddha statues made of marble and copper, and more.

Inle Lake

The second largest lake in Myanmar is situated in Nyaungshwe Township, Shan State. Can be reached by road as far as 660 km from Yangon and 330 miles from Mandalay. The vast lake approximately 116 km2, while the depth is about 3.7 meters in the dry season and 5.2 meters during the rainy season.

Although not as extensive, Inle lake inhabited 9 endemic species of fish include Inle danio, Sawbwa barb, Crossbanded dwarf danio, and more than 20 types of snails are found only in Myanmar. While in November, December and January, the lake is a destination of migration of thousands of seal brown and black heads.

There are at least 8 ethnic groups settled in and around the lake Inle lake. They live in wooden or bamboo houses are very simple and the majority of livelihood as farmers. They grow vegetables and fruits in the floating gardens. Transport equipment they use is known for its their canoe and paddled their way by using the foot. However, this is only done by men.
Woven industry is growing rapidly in Inle lake, Shan especially bags, tote bags worn by the people of Myanmar, which is mass-produced. Besides silk fabrics and unique fabric made from fiber lotus is also a mainstay product masyarat Inle lake.

As one of the popular tourist destinations of Myanmar, Inle lake communities routinely conducts Hpaung Daw U festival and Thadingyut in September and October of each year to celebrate the summer retreat of the Buddhist monks. Ethnic Shan Inthas and usually dressed in their best clothes and engage in a boat race.

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The Warm Florida Enchanting

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Florida, a state that is located in the southeastern United States (Read Also Fun Along the "West Coast of the United States"), is the state with the highest population of 4th in the country. Bordered by deserts of Mexico, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Straits of Florida, This state has the longest coastline in the United States, which is about 2,170 miles. The climate is a variation between tropical and subtropical in the north to the south, and the population consisted of Native American, European American ancestry, Hispanic and African American descent to make Florida a place with so much appeal. Here are four popular tourist destinations in the state of Uncle Sam's country:

Everglades National Park

This is the first national park in the United States that aims to conserve biological diversity. Inaugurated in 1947 by president Harry S. Truman in Everglades City, Florida.

Lies in an area of 610 484 acres, Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States and the largest mangrove ecosystem in the Western Hemisphere. In addition to 25 species of orchids, there are about 120 species of trees and more than 1,000 plants that carry seeds in there that became "home" to more than 350 species of birds, 300 species of fish, 40 species of mammals, and 50 species of reptiles. Some endangered species like the American alligator, crocodile. Florida panther, the green turtle, and the coast of Cape Sable sparrow inhabit this national park.

Figures who contributed to the making of the Everglades National Park project is Ernest "Tom" Coe, a landscape architect graduate of Yale University. To appreciate his services, a Visitor Center at the main entrance of the park is dedicated to him. Everglades national park has been named as a world heritage site by UNESCO in October 1979.

Sports Immortals Museum

This is a unique museum because it saves a lot of collection of memorabilia from the world of sports. Joel Platt, curator and founder of the museum, collect and organize more than 1 million items of memories of legendary athletes during four decades.

Museum opened in 1994 in Boca Raton holds 30,000 of 1 million mementos collected by Platt. This is a collection of personal memorabilia collection in the world, estimated to be worth between 50 to 100 million U.S. dollars. Among his collection, there is a tennis racket signature affixed by Pete Sampras and Chris Evert, basketball jerseys ever worn by Shaquille O'Neal, Wilt Chamberlain and George Mikan, the front grill of the car ever driven by Richard Petty in the Daytona race, and shoes were never worn by Tom Dempsey. A number of photos signed by famous athletes also adorn this museum.

In addition to an incredible collection, the museum also has a Sports Immortals is a noble goal, namely:
  1. Preserving memorable achievements of the athletes and the world
  2. Makes Sports Immortals as one of the highest honors in the world of sports
  3. Establishing foundations that contribute to drug research for sports fields
  4. Inspire and motivate visitors to the museum to fight as much as possible in life
Until now, Platt still often accompany visitors around the museum while telling the story behind each of memorabilia there.

EPCOT

Is part of the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, EPCOT is a theme park dedicated to the achievement of mankind in the field of technology. EPCOT stands for Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, opened to the public in 1982. In 2010, there were more than 10 million tourists visit there. It makes EPCOT in amusement park as the 5th most visited in the world.

EPCOT is divided into two parts, namely:
1. Future World, where there are a number of pavilions that carries aspects of technological innovation. Each pavilion featuring a unique logo that can spin, the main attraction for visitors, among others: Spaceship Earth, Innoventions, Universe of Energy, Mission: SPACE, Test Track, The Seas with Nemo and Friends, The Land, and Imagination ! Each pavilion sponsored by the company that funded the construction and maintenance for a certain period.
2. World Showcase, where there are a number of pavilions representing 11 countries, namely Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Italy, America, Japan, Morocco, France, United Kingdom, and Canada. Each pavilion has a shop and a restaurant run by the natives of these countries. Some pavilions even provide a means of games and performances.

EPCOT also organizes several special events each year, such as international flower and garden festival, international food and wine festival, and holiday celebrations worldwide.

Worth Avenue

If Singapore has Orchard Road, the Palm Beach has Worth Avenue. Upscale shopping region is not only filled with world-class shops, but also very charming architecture.

Worth Avenue extends along four blocks from Lake Worth to the Atlantic Ocean. There are at least 250 shops, boutiques, art galleries, as well as restaurants there. Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Hermes, Tiffany & Co.., And Lacoste are some of the premium brands that appeal Worth Avenue. A well-known department stores, Saks Fifth Avenue, an open mall, and there are also a number of hotels there.

Interesting activities held on Wednesday at Worth Avenue is a certain historical walking tours, where tourists take a tour on foot to the historical places in the area for an hour. One of the places visited in the tour is the Gucci Courtyard, where the buildings there are designed very beautiful and decorated with vines and flowers.

The streets in the afternoon be another option for tourists on Worth Avenue. Street lights, lanterns and spotlights along the historic streets presents a very attractive panorama.

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Tourist Destinations On The Island Of Formosa

The National Palace Museum
In the previous post we've explained several tourist destinations in Formosa, Taiwan. Here you can read. In this post, we will discuss two tourist destinations in Formosa, Taiwan.

The National Palace Museum

Museum which stands in an area of 80 hectares is located in the suburbs Taipei, capital of Taiwan. Its architecture is very similar to the Forbidden City (Forbidden City) in Beijing as both formerly under the auspices of the same institution but later separated as a result of the Chinese civil war.

The building consists of 4 floors has a collection of Chinese artifacts and artworks in the world first class, which is more than 690 thousand pieces; among them are paintings, porcelain, jade, ancient bronze, books, and relics of the imperial family of diverse dynasties are on display in floor 1, 2, and 3. Meanwhile, the 4th floor is used as the visitors dugout. On the left side of the museum lie Chich-shan beautiful park dotted with pavilions, small bridges, footpaths and green trees.

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The National Revolutionary Martyrs' Shrine

This temple was built in the mountain Ching Shan, Zhongshan District, Taipei, in 1969, specifically to hold more than 300,000 ash the fighters who were killed during the Xinhai Revolution, Northern Expedition, Sino-Japan War II, the Chinese Civil War, and the first Taiwan Strait Crisis & II.

Its architecture is very similar to Taihe Dian Imperial Palace is located in the Forbidden City, Beijing, and its position overlooking the Keelung River, making this temple is very interesting to visit. Green grass over an area of more than 33.000m2 around the temple adds to the impression of peace and wisdom. Every March and September along with the president of the PRC national executives pilgrimage to this shrine to pay homage to the spirits of the martyrs.