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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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.

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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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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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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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.

Taiwan, one of four dragon of Asia, was known as Formosa which in Portuguese means "beautiful". The mountainous island and its culture influenced by the cultures of China, Japan and Europe make this country unique. The following are some of the prime tourist destination of the country:

Taroko National Park

There are seven national parks in Taiwan, and the most popular is the Taroko National Park. Built in December 1937, this park was originally named Tsugitaka, when Taiwan was still part of the Japanese empire. After World War II, China took over Taiwan and the park was rebuilt in November 1986.

Taroko National Park Taroko gorge is famous for, namely marble stone wall that formed due to erosion caused by the river Liwu. About 200 million years ago is still a stone wall sediments on the seabed. Collection of sediment is then transformed into limestone, and because of the pressure caused by tekntonik plate and the Philippine Sea plate Eurosian, limestone was gradually transformed into marble and sticking to the surface of the sea.

Another great feature is the presence of Taroko gorge content of jade there. The only type of jade found in Taiwan and supplied to the jade market in the city of Hualien.

Taroko National Park covering an area of 920 km2, is a masterpiece that is a very fascinating experience for both travelers want any five star backpackers. Rock tunnels, waterfalls, hiking trails, and biking trails are some attraction that can be enjoyed there. Located in Hualien, Taroko National Park can be reached within a few hours from the city of Taipei.

Sun Moon Lake

Sun Moon Lake is the largest lake in Taiwan are located in Yuchi, Nantou. Nantou itself is home to a native of Taiwan, the Thao tribe.

With an area of about 7.93 km2 and a depth of about 27 meters, the lake is a lake with mountains in the surrounding sights. Greenish clear water lake, in the early morning is always shrouded by haze. Then there is the island, a small island that divides the lake is such that the eastern part is round like the sun and the western part is shaped like a crescent moon. From there the lake was named Sun Moon Lake (Sun Moon Lake).

All around the lake there is a climbing lane for lovers of hiking. Travelers can also enjoy the scenery around the lake with a cycling around the lake or explore the lake by boat. While swimming is not allowed there.

Every year several festivals held in Sun Moon lake, of which the festival fireworks, laser light shows, and music concerts.

Sun Moon Lake is an ideal tourist destination for tourists who want to relax while enjoying the quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium National
The museum is located in Checheng, Pingtung opened in February 2000. With an area of approximately 96 hectares, the museum is equipped with a water park around which is the largest water park in Taiwan.

There are three main parts in there, namely:

1. Aquatic Taiwan featuring waterfalls, river habitat, and reservoir to see the animals
2. Reef Royal Pavilion featuring a variety of coral reef habitats from shallow water to deep ocean
3. Pavilion display a World Aquatic ancient Precambrian oceans and ocean formation, as well as the history of the oceans since hundreds of years ago to the present.

In addition to having all the underwater tunnel 81 meters (longest in Asia), Museum of Marine Biology and the National Aquarium also has several research facilities. In collaboration with NASA, the museum is working on a project to monitor air quality in the South China Sea region.

Shilin Night Market

Shilin Night Market is the largest and most popular night market in Taiwan. Located in the Shilin district of Taipei, near the former location of the river dock Khilung, night market was built with a growing number of actors in the agricultural trade there.

Shilin Night Market is divided into two parts, the first part of which is housed in an old building Shilin market where many small food vendors and restaurants; and a section that sells non-food items. There is a food court that houses 539 shops, while the second floor serves as a parking lot that can accommodate 400 cars. Along the way lined the street vendors. There are also theaters, video games, karaoke, furniture stores, clothing stores, pet stores, and much more.

Famous Shilin night market with delicious dishes nan operation since 4pm till 2am every day, with peak crowds around 8 to 11 pm. Due to the proximity to several schools, the most visitors in a night market are students.

Thailand, a country in the Southeast Asian kingdom, a country full of exotic allure. There is much to be enjoyed in the country, dubbed the White Elephant Affairs, such as the arts, culture, to food. Thailand is known as a nation that is friendly and humble, so it is not surprising that Thailand has always been a preferred destination for international travelers. The following are some of the most popular tourist destinations in there:

Wat Arun

Wat Arun is a Buddhist temple located in Bangkok, capital of Thailand. Also known as the Temple of Dawn (Temple of Dawn), this temple is one of the most popular icons in Thailand.

At first, this temple stands at a place called Tumbol Bangmakok, with the name Wat Mokok. Later during the reign of Rama I moved to the west bank of the Chao Phraya river. Had neglected for a long time, Wat Arun finally restored during the reign of Rama II.

The main part of Wat Arun is prang (Khmer-style tower) was as high as 250 feet are decorated with different colors of porcelain. In the four corners there are small stamps. Both stamps middle and small prang constructed during the reign of King Rama II, circa 1809-1824., Where there is a green Buddha statue that supposedly made by King Rama II and at the base of the statue of king Rama II are buried the ashes.

Wat Arun beauty can be enjoyed fully from the opposite river bank. This temple gleaming in the afternoon and look classy at dawn and dusk.

Pattaya floating market

One of the biggest floating market in Thailand is located on Sukhumvit Road, about two kilometers from Pattaya Underwater World. Occupying an area of about 27 acres, Pattya floating market is a tourist attraction that must be visited by the tourists who vacation in the land of white elephant.

Opened in November 2008 with more than 100 stalls, Pattya floating market is divided into four sections, each of which presents the attractions and traditions that represent the four regions of Thailand, namely North, South, Central, and Northeast. Items that are sold are very diverse, ranging from food, fruits, herbs, painting, silk fabrics, carvings, and more.

In addition to offering merchandise, this floating market also displays art shows, among other dances and traditional sports. To complement the tourist experience at this place, visitors can rent a boat and down the canals throughout this market. In addition to watching the activities of the bank, visitors can also admire the beauty of the architecture, exotic plants, and bridges are impassable. Pattya floating market opened at 10 am to 11 pm every day.

Nong Nooch

This is a very famous park in Thailand. Initially, the couple Tansacha bought 600 acres of land in the valley in the province of Chonburi to be built into a fruit plantation. But then his wife, Nongnooch Tansacha, was inspired to create a tropical garden.

Known as the largest and most beautiful park in Southeast Asia, the park Nongnooch presents various types of ornamental plants that are grouped into several thematic gardens, among which are:

• Parks topiari: the plants are established in such a way and unique color make visitors feel like being in a fairy tale
• Parks stone age: the park is decorated with large rocks make visitors feel like being in the era of menhirs in the UK
• Parks orchids: presenting a collection of Thai orchids in large numbers. A very special care to make the visitors can continue to enjoy a variety of orchids healthy and beautiful
• Garden umbrella garden umbrella is decorated with red and gold shades make a garden of palms and cycads look more vibrant and attractive

Opened to the public in 1980, the park is also famous Nongnooch Thai cultural performances and attractions elephant. At least 2,000 tourists visit this park every day.

Chao Phraya

Chao Phraya meaning "king of the river". Along the river is approximately 372 kilometers from Bangkok divides the city north to south and ends in the Gulf of Thailand.

Each day, the Chao Phraya river was never lonely. During the day the river is enlivened by ships transporting goods, while the evenings enlivened by pleasure boats. Along the river there are many small pier with boats ready to transport tourists. The tourists can down the river and enjoy the legendary buildings such as Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and the Royal Boat House. But they can also see some of the bridge as the bridge Rama VI, Phra Pin-Klao bridge near the Grand Palace, Rama VIII bridge, Rama IX bridge, and the bridge Mega.

Until now, the Chao Phraya River is a river that is most often used for various transportation vehicles such as the water bus, water taxi (longtails), and ferries. More than 15 operators operating vessels in the river.

Southeast Asian region began to attract the attention of world travelers. Because what? This is because the cost of travel in Southeast Asia popular cheap. The cost of accommodation, transportation, meals, and admission tourist spots in Southeast Asia tend to be lower than in Europe or America. Not only are low travel costs, Southeast Asia also offers a wide variety of attractive tourist destinations for tourist activities. Nature area with a beautiful view to the modern tourist who comes to casino has been available in the ASEAN region. Here are 10 popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia.

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Who does not know Angkor Wat? Similar buildings of the temple that stands firmly near the town of Siem Reap, Cambodia, is known as the largest religious monument in the world. Angkor Wat stood firm for more than 900 years and brought the Khmer architectural style staircase steps and filled with elaborate reliefs. This place is increasingly popular with tourists the world after becoming the location filming of the movie box office "Tomb Raider".

Apart form the magnificent buildings and exotic, Angkor Wat also offers beautiful natural scenery and tranquil atmosphere. Angkor Wat is surrounded by shady green trees while its location is somewhat separate from the bustle of the city. Visit Angkor Wat, tourists will feel as detached from 21st century life and crawl back into the past.

Halong Bay, Vietnam

Do not miss a visit to Halong Bay when traveling to Vietnam. Halong Bay or Ha Long Bay offers a bewitching scenery serene green lagoons decorated with huge limestone cliffs. Ha Long Bay in the region which spans 1,553 square miles, scattered around a large boulder 1900-2000. The background of the clear blue sky enhance the beauty of Halong Bay in Vietnam. Not surprisingly, then Halong Bay has been named as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Behind the beauty of Halong Bay, tucked an interesting legend. It is said that when the people of Vietnam fought against the invaders, the gods send a dragon to protect their families. The dragon then spit out jade and gems that turned into rock cliffs to deter invaders entering the territory of Vietnam. The area where the dragon descended later known as Halong Bay. In the local language, it means Halong Bay Dragon bay.

Bromo National Park, Indonesia

Among the many beautiful places in Indonesia, the National Park Bromo-Tengger-Semeru is one special. Tourist attractions are located in the province of East Java has a stunning view of the sunrise. Many travelers are willing to wake up at dawn and traveled long and winding uphill using the jeep just to watch the scenery. Drowsiness and super cold air that surrounds travelers will be quickly forgotten when the sun is perfectly round shape emerged from behind Mount Bromo which looks like tan sand dune.

Luang Prabang, Laos

Secretly, Laos storing attractive tourist destination for sightseeing. Luang Prabang name. Formerly known as the capital of Laos, Luang Prabang is now a special city listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Luang Prabang town appeal lies in the presence of wooden buildings that have Lao style architecture with a touch of Europe. Luang Prabang is also known as one of the cleanest and orderly city in Southeast Asia. Another specialty of Luang Prabang there on 2 rivers flow to fortify the town on the right side and the left.

Borobudur, Indonesia

Not to be outdone by Angkor Wat in Cambodia, Indonesia also has a magnificent religious monument known as Candi Borobudur. The largest Buddhist temple in Indonesia is even older between 200-300 years than Angkor Wat. Borobudur was built by the Sailendra dynasty in the 9th century. The temple building is magnificently decorated by 504 statues of Buddha while the walls are engraved on 2,672 relief panels tell the story of various events ranging from the birth of the Buddha to the daily life of citizens. Although no longer listed as one of the seven wonders of the world, Borobudur remained popular among local and foreign tourists in Indonesia.

Langkawi, Malaysia

Malaysia did have a lovely islands are popular as tourist destinations. The place in question is Langkawi (Langkawi Permata Kedah). Islands which includes 104 small islands (99 at high tide) of a variety of interesting sights such as waterfalls, mountains, rice fields, beautiful gardens, as well as high suspension bridge 125 feet above ground level. However, there is another attraction that makes the popular Langkawi travelers. Langkawi is one of the few tax-free areas in Malaysia.

Boracay, Philippines

As an archipelago, the Philippines has many beautiful islands are suited for a vacation. Boracay is touted as one of the most beautiful islands in the Philippines. White sandy beaches with crystal clear turquoise colored water into the main attraction of Boracay. Coupled with the warm tropical air and quiet atmosphere, Boracay is a paradise for tourists and honeymooners.

Boracay Island visitors can perform a variety of beach activities such as swimming, sunbathing, diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, or kiteboarding. However, natural beauty and serene atmosphere on the island of Boracay usually invites travelers to relax and keep lazing.

Sentosa, Singapore

Not only natural tourism area, Southeast Asia also has tourist attractions and modern luxury. One of the region's most advanced and modern tourist can be found in Sentosa Island, Singapore. Luxury hotels, beautiful beaches, world-class theme parks available in the area of Sentosa. Fun again, all means of transportation in Sentosa Island can be used for free. Sentosa is also the location of the most popular amusement parks in Singapore, namely Universal Studios Singapore - the first amusement park in Southeast Asia with the theme of Hollywood movies under license from Universal Studio USA.

Wat Pho, Thailand

There are many interesting places in Thailand, but tourists usually do not miss a visit to Bangkok. Although it has been developed into a modern metropolis, Bangkok never lost its traditional side. Evidently, the city still has many historic buildings one of which is Wat Pho.

Sacred places of Buddhism is a spectacular save artwork reclining Buddha statue is covered by gold. Therefore, Wat Pho is also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Reclining Buddha Temple). With a length of 46 meters and width of 15 meters, the statue of reclining Buddha at Wat Pho was recorded as the largest Buddha statue in Thailand.

Gili Trawangan, Indonesia

The latter is a tourist destination Gili Trawangan Indonesia. Indonesia has some of the beautiful islands that are free of pollution, one of which is Gili Trawangan in Lombok. How can it be free of pollution? Because the island does not allow any motorized vehicles on the island environment. Tourists and local residents are only allowed to use non-engine transport like bicycles and horse-drawn carriages (cidomo). That's why the quality of water and air in Gili Trawangan is still very awake. Gili Trawangan is also well known as the favorite honeymoon destinations local and foreign tourists.

Hokkaido is Japan's second largest island, covering an area of more than one fifth of the total area of the country. Located in the far north of Japan, Hokkaido full of natural beauty. In the winter, heavy snow fell and temperatures can reach below zero degrees. While in summer, the air is not as hot and moist other parts of the country. Besides the natural beauty, Hokkaido also has many other fascinating tourist attractions. Here are the three most popular tourist destinations in there:

Lake Toya

The lake is located in the area Shikotsu-Toya National Park this is a caldera lake or lake arising from volcanic eruptions. Diameter of about 10 km, Toya lake has a small island in the middle where there is a museum called the Museum of Forest Lake Toya. Read also other tourist destinations in Japan, namely Unique Museums In the World.

Not far from Lake Toya, standing with magnificent mountain Usu, one of the active volcanoes in Japan. White smoke coming out of the mountains make the scenery more attractive Toya lake. In addition, there are also hot springs there, which is one of the best spa resort in Hokkaido. Lake Toya is also known as the second most limpid lake in Japan and the lake that never freezes during the winter.

Noboribetsu Date Jidaimura

Being in this place will give the impression as if you through space and time without the help of a magical time machine, like in the movies. Unlike amusement parks in general, Noboribetsu Date Jidaimura is themed amusement park in the Edo period of Japanese history, one of the most memorable days in the history of Japan.

Edo is the name of the city of Tokyo in the past and at that time the victorious samurai, geisha and the general public everyday wearing kimono. At this amusement park, visitors can not only watch a row of buildings a la Japanese ancient times, but also can enjoy traditional games, theater, street performances, and mingle with the ninja and oiran passing there, which is of course played by the artist Jidaimura .

Susukino

The entertainment district is one of the main attractions in the city of Sapporo, capital of Hokkaido prefecture, which is also the largest entertainment district in northern Japan since 1871. More than 4,000 shops enliven the region. The evening entertainment lovers will definitely not be disappointed when visiting Sapporo for the night life is very lively here, where the main focus is eating, drinking, cabaret and nightclub.

Although it had gained a reputation as a red light district, central Sapporo now cleared and turned into appropriate areas visited by the family. A number of festivals are often held there each year, including Ice Festival Susukino and Sapporo Summer Festival.

Read also other tourist destinations in Japan, namely The charm of Sakura, Japan.

Wilderness occupy at least one third the area of the earth. There are several types of wilderness, which is desert, desert ice, and desert are covered with little grass. Most deserts are considered less able to sustain life due to extreme climatic conditions. But that does not mean the desert does not have traction. Natural phenomenon that occurs in the desert, vast panoramas offer a challenge for travelers around the world. Here is 3 wilderness as a popular tourist destination:

Sahara

This desert is the largest hot desert in the world that is situated on the African continent. Desert with an area of about 9 million km2 extending from the Atlantic Ocean to the Red Sea, as well as covering some areas of the country such as Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Nigeria, Sudan and Tunisia.

Sahara, which in Arabic means "desert", is known as a desert climate with very hot, which can reach 50 ° C. But behind the sand dunes, the desert hide the source of freshness in the form of 18 lakes. Initially there is only one lake there for thousands of years, named Ounianga. Then dry climate and lake wind split into several smaller basins. Currently Ounianga lake is divided into two separate groups of about 40 km, which is Ounianga Kebir which has 4 saltwater lake and Ounianga serir which has 14 freshwater lakes.

In addition to the lakes Ounianga, Sahara also decorated by mountains that are mostly volcanic. The highest of which is Emi Koussi, a tall volcano 3,415 meters above sea level. While the dunes there, reaches a height of about 150 m. Sahara condition does not allow people to settle there, so that only the nomads of various nationalities are often found there.

Salar de Uyuni

Desert this one is unique. Located in Bolivia, South America, the plains are the salt flats with an area of about 10,582 km2 at an altitude of about 3,650 meters above sea level. All around there are a number of active volcanoes.

Salar de Uyuni is the rest of the pre-historic lake, which lake is the largest lake Michin about 40,000 years ago. When it dries, leaving a lake Michin 2 deserts, namely the Salar de Uyuni Salar de Coipasa and. Salar de Uyuni is estimated to contain 10 billion tons of salt, making it the largest salt flats in the world. With the structure of the surface area is very flat and broad, Salar de Uyuni used as the main transportation route in the highlands of Bolivia.

The most stunning panoramas in the desert this is the rainy season in which the salt flats flooded and forming a pattern of salt deposits. During the day, the reflection of sunlight will make phosphorescent salt deposits and surface water reflect the objects on it. In addition, the Salar de Uyuni is also used as a breeding ground for flamingos. There are three species of flamingos there, namely Chilean flamingo, Andean and James.

Gobi

Covering an area of PRC and Mongolia, the Gobi Desert is the largest desert in Asia which consists of the desert basins and grasslands. With an area of approximately 1.3 million km2, this desert is very unique because of the differences in climate, topography and ecology in the region.

For thousands of years, the Gobi desert play an important role in the fields of culture and economy for China and Mongolia. Besides down in history as part of the Mongol empire, Gobi is also one of the few important points along the Silk Road. The Silk Road is a trade route from China to Europe and Africa, which opened at the time of BC. Most of this desert region consists of rocky and gravel area with shrubs, especially the area around the river. Giant dunes also adorn the Gobi and the main attraction for tourists.

As with some other desert, Gobi inhabited by nomadic herders mostly, especially the eastern part of the desert that has been used by nomadic herders for thousands of years. Then there is an area called Bayankhongor who became "a haven" for archaeologists to the discovery of many fossils of dinosaurs there. The Gobi Desert is very dry in the winter can be very cold and covered in snow. Gobi bear is the only bear species are able to survive in the desert.

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Islands in eastern Indonesia is also one of the oldest provinces in Indonesia. Known as the Moluccas in the international world, the province is made up of hundreds of islands inhabited by various tribes, among others, Ambonese, the tribe of Ternate, Tidore tribe, tribal Seram, Kei tribes, and others. The majority of the population earn their living by farming, especially spices like clove and nutmeg, as well as a fisherman sailing. Here are the three most popular tourist destinations in the province which is famous for the drums musical instruments:

Fort Victoria

The fortress was built by the Portuguese in 1775 under the name City of Laha fortress is the oldest fort in the city of Ambon. Strategic location, in the city center, can be reached by walking about 300 meters from the terminal Mardika.

During the colonial rule, the fort was taken over by the City Laha Dutch from the Portuguese and renamed Fort Victoria. Fort Victoria then used as the center of the Dutch government for seizing their crops in Maluku, especially spices. A port is located directly in front of the fort, the Dutch government makes it easy to send spice spoils to countries in Europe. In addition, Fort Victoria is also used as a defense of the Dutch government attack indigenous people. In front of the castle is also the hero Pattimura hanged on December 6, 1817.

Until now at Fort Victoria there are still some giant cannon, wooden sculptures best quality, the painting collection of Dutch government officials, as well as a map of the city of Ambon development of the 17th century to the 19th. By visiting this castle, tourists can gain knowledge about the history of the city Ambon. If a visit at dusk, tourists can simultaneously enjoy the sunset on the bay of Ambon front of the castle.

National Parks Manusela

Situated between the North and the O in Ceram Ceram Tehoru in the South, Manusela National Park is a combination of two nature reserves, wildlife sanctuaries namely Wae Wae Nua Nausea and nature reserves. With an area of about 189 000 hectares, Manusela National Park stretches from the coast to the mountain region.

At least seven types of vegetation blanketed the park, namely mangrove forest, lowland swamp forest, lowland rainforest, mountain rainforest, moss forests, coastal vegetation and river bank vegetation. Hilly topography makes this area very interesting and very exciting for nature lovers and connoisseurs activity jungle or rock climbing. Based on altitude, Manusela national park is divided into four categories:

1. Lowlands, less than 500 meters above sea level
2. Plateau, ranging between 500-1500 meters above sea level
3. Mountainous area, between 1500 to 2500 meters above sea level
4. The sub alpine zone, between 2500-3027 meters above sea level

Each part of this national park has its own charm, like Manusela valley cool and green, Piliana valley rich in butterflies, Sawai adorned various sea corals making it suitable for those who like snorkeling or diving.

Palace of the Sultanate of Ternate

The role of the Sultanate of Ternate in eastern Indonesia in the 13th century to 17 as a center of the spice trade, especially clove and nutmeg, as well as the first kingdom in Indonesia where the population adheres to Islam, making Ternate engraver listed as one of the most important in the history of the archipelago.

Formerly known as the guppy islands, Ternate was originally inhabited by people who migrated from Halmahera. Over time, merchants Began to arrive from the Arabic, Chinese, Javanese, and Malays who make-trading activities increasingly crowded. Automated external threats also Began to Appear, so the residents of Ternate finally agreed to make a strong organization and appoint a single leader with the title of "king". Sultanate of Ternate experienced the Heyday in the mid 16th century thanks to the spice trade and military power.

In order to perpetuate the glory and important role in the past Ternate, Ternate Sultanate palace as a monument was unveiled in December 1976. Palace surrounded by a wall over 3 meters tall is restored and preserved by the Indonesian government. Inside the palace complex are the king and his family residence, the tomb of the late sultan, also a mosque built by the Sultan of Ternate to-9. Palaces filled with gold decoration is located not far from the center of Ternate, North Maluku province.

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China is one country with a vast territory and the highest population in the world. Consisting of dozens of ethnic groups, equipped with a charming landscape and cultural values and history is thick, this oriental country became one of the favorite tourist destinations. Here are some sites that will give you tremendous experience unforgettable:

Po Lin Monastery

Po Lin Monastery is a Buddhist monastery located at Ngong Ping, Lantau Island, Hong Kong. Founded in 1906 by three monks from Jiangsu and called Da Maopeng. The main temple houses three Buddha statues that reflect life in the past, the present and the future. New in 1924 was renamed to Po Lin and about 70 years later it became a monastery monastery the most popular among tourists visiting Hong Kong.

The monastery consists of several halls, including the Da Xiong Bao Dian as a place of worship three Buddha - Sakyamuni and Maitreya Dipamkarara, and Ti-tsang Bodhisattva where a bronze statue of Bodhisattva Ti-tsang weighing 200 kg and stands a bronze bell weighing 1.0000 kg located. The bell was rung through the computer program 108 times each day, symbolizing the release of 108 disorders.

Is the giant Tian Tan Buddha statue at the center of attention at the Po Lin monastery. Located on a hilltop, this statue depicts Sakyamuni seated in meditation on a lotus leaf. Giant Buddha statue made of copper is completed within ten years with 2,339 m2 wide and 34 meters high.

Folk Culture Village

Besides Indonesia (Read tours in Indonesia), China is also a nation of many ethnicities. There are 56 ethnic groups in the country's bamboo curtain. Surely this makes China a country rich in culture and tradition. Departing from this fact, created a Chinese Folk Culture Village in Shenzhen opened for those who want to know the cultural diversity of China.

The village is built on an area of approximately 494 hectares, of which there are 24 unique cottage-style architecture typical of the various ethnic groups. Each group of interesting attractions such as performances featuring dance, music and song, a parade of art, in addition to selling a variety of beautiful crafts and delicious snack of local flavor. A number of workshops are also often held there, among other distinctive ethnic embroidery workshop Wei and distinctive ethnic Miao batik workshop.

China Folk Culture Village opened on October 1, 1991 as the first tourist attractions in China presents a panorama of culture which later received an award as the Museum of the Chinese People tradition.

Fisherman's Wharf – Macau

Fisherman's Wharf is the first theme park in Macau, precisely in Macau Peninsula. Was officially opened in December 2006, the construction of an amusement park on an area of 28 acres takes five years.

Taking the model of Euromerican fisherman's wharf, Macau Fisherman's Wharf is also a shopping center that is home to more than 150 stores and restaurants, a game where slot machines, a hotel and a casino. The buildings were standing there taking a world-class port style as Cape Town, Amsterdam and Venice.

There are three main sections in this amusement park, which is Dynasty Wharf consisting of a Tang Dynasty-style building; Legend Wharf is equipped with various recreational facilities dominated the game with a high-tech center, and central air amphitheater video games; and East Meets West which is a blend of oriental and western world where there are Greek-style buildings, an artificial volcano as high as 40 meters, waterfalls, ancient warship, a la Roman amphitheater, children's playground Arabic style, shopping center and exhibit space.

Macau Fisherman's Wharf plans will continue to be developed into a world-class entertainment venue that is more spectacular.

Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral

Cathedral of Saint Paul in Macau built in 1582 to 1602 by the Jesuit monks. In 1595 and 1601 the church was on fire, but rebuilt in 1602 and completed in 1637. Since the cathedral of St. Paul Macau became the largest Catholic church in East Asia at that time. However, the 1835 hurricane and fire devastated the church for the third time.

St. Paul's Cathedral, which is also known as Mater Dei, a Portuguese-style cathedral dedicated to Saint Paul. The rest of the ruins, the front wall of the south, became one of the famous historical places in Macau and has been listed as a UNESCO world heritage site since 2005.

In order to maintain its aesthetic value, historic ruins are located on a small hill is supported by steel. A steel staircase was also constructed so that the tourists can climb up to the top of the hill. It has been customary for tourists to throw a coin from the ladder to the top of the ruins of the window for the sake of luck.

Please refer also a number of tourist destinations of China that previously we review, namely State Exotica Dragon, Mantra Sichuan, Colorful China.

Chinese Foreign country or better known as the Chinese are still owns and develops a range of exceptional tourism potential, both potential ancestral want any potential created in the era of modernization. The following are some of the potential of becoming a tourist destinations of choice foreigners:

A-Ma Temple

A-Ma Temple is the oldest temple and one of the most popular tourist attraction in Macau. Built during the reign of the Ming dynasty, the temple holds more than 500 years of Chinese history.

Like most other temples, the temple building A-ma predominantly red with a touch of gold. There are four main hall there, namely:

1. The Hall Hongren, the oldest hall dedicated to Tin Hau
2. Zhansuo Hall, built during the reign of Wangli and dedicated to Tin Hau
3. Zhengjue Hall, is the largest building in the temple complex, built during the reign of Daoguang and dedicated to Tin Hau and Weito
4. The Hall of Kun Lam, was built during the reign of Daoguang and is dedicated to Kun Lam.

Location A-Ma temple believed to be the first time the Portuguese set foot in Macau and begin their exploration of history there. This temple was damaged by fire and underwent several restorations. In July 2005, UNESCO declared A-Ma temple as a world heritage site.

Victoria Peak

Mountain with an altitude of 552 meters in Hong Kong is also known as Mount Austin. Around him lay public parks and residential elite. By local residents, this place is often referred to as The Peak (peak).

At the height of Victoria Peak there is a radio station that was closed to the public. Community rating would also be able to visit the top of this place to enjoy the panoramic form the ranks of fantastic skyscrapers, Victoria Harbor, Hong Kong and bustle of the city.

It is estimated that around seven million tourists visiting Victoria Peak, which is the main attraction of Hong Kong, every year. The high interest of tourists to this place was the reason for the establishment of a number of recreational areas and shopping centers not far from there. Victoria Peak can be reached by riding a train, bus, or private car.

Jumbo Floating Resto

Since opening in 1976, the Jumbo floating restaurant into a very unique tourist attraction in Hong Kong. With the flagship dish of seafood, the restaurant is able to accommodate 2,300 visitors.

This restaurant is located in Aberdeen harbor, with a similar design classic Chinese palace. The interior is very pretty with a touch of bright colorful. Bearing the title of a six-star restaurant, this restaurant serves excellent quality, traditional Chinese cuisine and fusion.

Though the price is not as friendly as other restaurant in Hong Kong, the Jumbo floating restaurant worth a visit by those who want to experience a spectacular culinary experience. Moreover, eating houses Jumbo is the largest floating restaurant in the world.

Hong Kong Disneyland

Hearing the word Disney, of course, almost everyone will automatically imagine funny characters who often appear on the screen like any big screen. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Pluto, and his friends always have a special place in the hearts of every child who likes to watch movies or read comics.

Disneyland is an amusement park in the world renowned thematic, and one of them are in Hong Kong. Occupying a land area of 22.4 acres, Disneyland Hong Kong began to entertain tourists since September 2005. Recorded at least 34,000 visitors to be there every day.

This amusement park has five areas with different themes, namely:

1. The Main Street, USA, describe the atmosphere in the cowboy town early 20th century
2. Fantasyland, bringing characters from Disney films
3. Adventureland, brings jungle adventure
4. Tomorrowland, the future will bring imagination
5. Toy Story Land, presents the characters in the movie Toy Story Disney-Pixar works.

All the characters in Disneyland Hong Kong is able to speak English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

Please refer also a number of tourist destinations of China that previously we review, namely Mantra Sichuan, State Exotica Dragon, Fantastic Story Of Bamboo Curtain.

As the 4th largest country in the world, China has a vast land territory. Its location is bordered by several countries, including India, Russia, Nepal, and Mongolia, and surrounded by mountains, making the country inhabited by many ethnic groups rich attractiveness.

Of the 22 provinces in China, Sichuan province is one which can be said to have the most powerful spells. Its capital Chengdu, the 5th largest province in China is inhabited by the Han, Yi, Tibetan and Qiang. Sichuan itself means "Four Rivers". A number of very interesting tourist destinations scattered here and there. Here are some of them:

Jiuzhaigou National Park

Jiuzhaigou National Park, also known by the name of Jiuzhaigou Valley, is one of three national parks in the country of China in the list of UNESCO world heritage site. Jiuzhaigou meaning "Valley of Nine Villages", as it becomes nine residential villages Tibetan tribes.

An area of 72,000 hectares is located at an altitude of 4,800 meters dapl, in northern Sichuan. More than 220 species of birds, dozens of rare plants and animals, including orchid, panda, golden monkey, and black neck crane, forest, hills and a cascading waterfall in the national park produces a spectacular panorama. One of the most famous waterfalls are Nourilang waterfall, with a height of approximately 24 meters, which when exposed to the sun the water will appear colorful rainbow tub.

Jiuzhaigou national park is also famous for lakes with clear turquoise water. So beautiful, there is a Chinese proverb which says that anyone who has ever seen the beauty of Jiuzhaigou, then they do not need to look at other sources of water in the world. Due to the natural phenomenon that occurs there for thousands of years, thus making the landscape and the lakes in the national park is very unique.

Wolong National Nature Reserve

Wolong National Nature Reserve is a nature conservation at the same place in the world's largest panda breeding. An area of 200,000 hectares at an altitude of 2,200 to 3,600 meters dapl is located in Wenchuan county, about 3 hours from Chengdu.

Recorded about 4,000 species of plants, 450 species of vertebrate animals, and 1,700 non-vertebrate animal species are protected in the Wolong nature reserve. In addition to pandas, other rare animals such as snow leopard, red panda, golden monkey nose and Asiatic black bears are also found there. This area is surrounded by mountains and trees and rivers impassable Pitiao.

Inaugurated as a center for research and conservation of pandas in June 1980 thanks to the cooperation between the Chinese government and WWF, Wolong nature reserve holds about 150 types of giant pandas and pandas have successfully bred 66 cubs today. Inhabiting pandas in zoos around the world mostly from this place. In addition to examining the panda, Wolong also examined the panda bamboo as a food craze.

Wolong nature reserve attracting many foreign tourists, which consists of a traveler, animal lover, until scientists. Each year about 100,000 tourists visit this place. In addition to seeing and watching the panda in the open, the tourists are also allowed to give a name for the panda, as long as they are willing to give a donation. Results donation be used for the continuity of the nature reserve.

Unfortunately, due to the earthquake which occurred in 2008, the Wolong national nature reserve was damaged so closed to the public. Spot repair process is still ongoing, and planned to place this would be opened to the public back in late 2012.

Leshan Giant Buddha Statue

This is the Buddha statue made of stone in the world. Located near the city of Leshan, southern Sichuan, the Buddha statue carved on a cliff overlooking Mount Emei, with the rivers flowing beneath.

Created during the reign of the Tang dynasty, Leshan Buddha statue is a masterpiece that is commandeered by a Buddhist monk named Haitong. But the making of this sculpture had been halted since his death. Only about 70 years later, a jiedushi (military governor) is willing to sponsor the project was completed by Haitong students in 803.

Statue as high as 71 meters and 28 meters wide shoulders describes Maitreya Buddha in position, ie sitting position with hands resting on the knees. Ear piece is made of wood covered with mud as wide as 7 meters. A total of 1,021 planted bun on the head to form the hair. There is also a hidden channel drainage systems are spread over the head, behind the ears, arms, and clothing, so that rain water does not damage the inside of the statue.

It can not be avoided, the weather, air pollution, and the act of making a statue travelers are registered as world heritage site by UNESCO is slowly damaged. However, in order to maintain historical heritage and its popularity, the Chinese government in collaboration with a number of experts from UNESCO is working to do the renovations.

Please see also a number of Chinese tourist destinations that previously we review, namely "State Exotica Dragon".

Morocco, a kingdom in North Africa, is one of the six countries included in the Maghrebi region. Country with a population of about 35 million people is known for exotic culture and the Sahara desert (You can find articles about the Sahara desert here), although to date the ownership of desert areas are still contested.
Former French colony and Spain has beautiful landscaping because it is surrounded by the Atlas mountains and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the Strait of Gibraltar and the Mediterranean Sea. Big cities such as Casablanca, Marrakech, Fez, Rabat and filled with European-style architecture, especially Spain. Here are the three most popular tourist destinations in the country of the world's largest producer of phosphorus are:

Maison de la Photographie

Maison de la Photographie is a museum of ancient photography only in Morocco. Located in the heart of Marrakech, one of the most crowded cities in Morocco, this gallery store more than 4,500 historic photographs from 1870 to 1950 which tells about Moroccan culture and landscape.

The building is a three storey house including simple. The entrance was not pretentious, but very pretty typical Moroccan interior. First floor showing off a number of portraits and photographs of the lives of the Moroccan Jewish, Arab, Berber, and sub-Saharan Africa as well as photographs when new photography is known in Morocco. Second and third floors displaying photos of Nicolas Muller and Djemaa el Fna from the 1920s and 1940s. The third floor is also used for a documentary film titled Chez les unpacked du Haut-Atlas by Daniel Chicault produced in 1957. Film was just screened at the Maison de la Photographie. On the top floor there is a terrace where visitors can enjoy food and drink while enjoying views of the city and the Atlas mountains.

Maison de la Photographie opened by Patrick Manac'h and Hamid Mergani after renovating the building which used to be an inn. A quiet and beautiful place worth a visit by tourists, even if they are not interested in photography. The building is predominantly white, decorated uniquely patterned floors and stained glass windows and vines.

Ben Youssef Madrasa

Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic seminaries (madrassas), the largest in Morocco. Its name is taken from the name of the sultan Ali ibn Yusuf who was instrumental in the expansion and development of the city Marrakech.

The high school was founded in the 14th century by sultan Abu al-Hassan and the building was made in 1557 to 1574 in the style of Moorish Spain. Sculptures, marble and geometric motifs become the main attraction of this school building. In the middle there is a rectangular pool with mosaic floor green and blue. There is also a dormitory contains 130 rooms that can accommodate up to 900 students.

A mosque with the same name is located adjacent to the Ben Youssef Madrasa. Built in the 12th century, this mosque has a 40-meter high minaret which is very typical of Morocco. Very unexpectedly we may find a stunningly magnificent school like this in the middle of the bustle of the streets of Marrakech. Ben Youssef Madrasa was closed in 1960 to be repaired, and reopened to the public in 1982 as one of the historic buildings.

Hassan II Mosque

Mosque located in Casablanca is the largest mosque in Morocco and the 7th largest in the world. Standing on an area of 9 hectares, and has a 210-meter tall minaret which is the highest minaret in the world.

Designed by a French architect named Mihcel Pinseau, this mosque can accommodate 105,000 congregations and partly above the surface of the Atlantic Ocean, according to desire a king Hassan II, who believed that the Lord's throne is in the water. Despite the very strong Moorish style in architecture, this mosque is equipped with a number of modern devices such as heated floors, electric doors, and a sliding roof. This mosque is also earthquake resistant.

Hassan II mosque construction began in July 1986 and was inaugurated in August 1993. During the most important in the development process, there were 1,400 workers work during the day and 1,100 workers at night. A total of 10,000 artists and craftsmen also contributing to the success of the construction of this mosque. Granite, marble, wood, and other materials used are mostly from within the country. While some granite columns and hung lights from Italy. Around 6,000 traditional Moroccan artisans involved in the execution of mosaics that adorn the floors and columns, carvings and paintings are also working on the wooden ceiling.

At night, spotlights a laser from the top of the Hassan II mosque minarets lit and shining in the direction of Mecca. It was an amazing sight every eye of the beholder. This mosque is one of two mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslim women who are interested in enjoying the beauty of its interior, by buying a ticket and be accompanied by a guide.

Bulgaria, a republic in southeastern Europe, is a country full of history and culture. The 16th largest country in the European empires had experienced during the two periods as well as the Ottoman Sultanate period.

Bordered by Romania, Serbia, Macedonia, Greece, and Turkey, Bulgaria is famous for its mountains that surround it. One is the famous Rila mountains where there are peak Musala is the highest peak in the Balkans. Here are three popular tourist destinations in the country and pretty:

Arbanasi

Arbanasi, which in Albanian means working the soil, is a village full of historical value in Bulgaria. It is in the city of Veliko Tamovo, the ancient former capital of Bulgaria, and Goma Oryahovitsa, about 400 meters above sea level.

Like most historic sites, Arbanasi filled with many monuments and a number of church buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries. Architectural buildings there are very distinctive, which is walled with stone floors, sills, and the ceiling is made of wood. Looks solid and rigid on the outside but very comfortable inside. While the interior of churches decorated with wood carvings and murals. This is the main attraction Arbanasi.

Several historic buildings become landmarks Arbanasi are:

•  Church of the Nativity of Christ (about age 15-17)
•  Church of Saint Michael and Gabriel the Guardian Angels (age 16-18)
•  St. Athanasius Church (17th century)
•  Church of Saint George (17th century)
•  Church of Saint Demetrius (age 17-18)
•  Monastery of Saint Nicholas (age 17-18)
•  Used Arbanasi palace, formerly used as a holiday home Bulgarian president Todor

As the village is heavily influenced by Greek culture for centuries, Arbanasi population using Greek as their official language.

Rila Monastery

About 117 miles south of the Sofia, capital of Bulgaria, precisely in the river valley in the mountains Rila Rilska, stood the convent of Saint Ivan of Rila. The monastery was built in the 10th century monastery of the Eastern Orthodox is the most popular and biggest in Bulgaria.

Ivan of Rila is a monk who initiated the establishment of the monastery during the reign of Tsar Peter. He himself was living in a cave and have a number of pupils who then together build Rila monastery. The authorities in Bulgaria and then provide support in the form of donations, especially the rulers during the reign of the second Bulgarian Empire until the Ottoman reign. Rila monastery became the spiritual and cultural center of Bulgaria and reached its peak in the 12th century to 14.

Several times suffered damage from an attack that occurred during the 14th century Ottoman rule, as well as fires that occurred in the 18th century, the Rila monastery was forced to undergo a series of renovations. Currently, in addition to the main church, in the Rila monastery complex there is also a dormitory, library, chapel and museum. Rila Monastery in 1983 officially listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO and in 2002 received a visit from Pope John Paul II.

The National History Museum

National History Museum in Sofia is located is one of the largest and most comprehensive museum of history in the Balkan peninsula. Built in 1973 and opened in 1984, the museum holds at least 700,000 cultural monuments that depict the history of Bulgaria since 8000 years ago. However, only 10% of the collection is on display to the public.
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The National History Museum is divided into several showrooms, namely:

• Space Pre-History, which showcased ornaments, statues, tools of stone and bone, as well as pottery from the seventh millennium to millennium BC 2.
• Ancient Thracian space, which exhibits relics of the Thracian treasure like the treasure Panagursko, Rogozensko, Letnishko.
• Space Middle Ages - the First and Second Bulgarian Empire, which showcased jewelry, pottery, coins, relics, and other objects of the century Bulgarian imperial relics 7-11 and age 12-14.
• Bulgarian Land Space, which featured the story of the earth during the Ottoman rule of Bulgaria Dominion.
• Empire Space Bulgari Third, the display objects belonging to the imperial family in the 18th century to the present.

While the collection of stone pillars and monuments of ancient Greece, the Roman and Byzantine museums can be enjoyed in the garden. For visitors who want to buy a souvenir or literature, the museum also provide it.