All Entries in the "Africa" Category
Mount Nelson Hotel – The best hotel to enjoy your holiday at Cape Town
Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, Mount Nelson Hotel is the luxurious property that has been mesmerizing several business travelers and vacationers to connect with luxury and convenience. Surrounded by scenic beaches of Cape Town, Mount Nelson Hotel is a fine oasis of serenity and comes fully furnished with luxurious rooms, suites, lavish restaurants, rejuvenating Librisa Spa and spacious function rooms. If you are looking forward to enjoy your holiday at Cape Town, then halt at Mount Nelson, Cape Town’s most leading and happening hotel to get privileged with wide gamut of conveniences. Situated in the proximity of lush gardens, Mount Nelson offers a best tranquilized abode to several business travelers, vacationers and foreign tourists. If you are searching for a rejuvenating abode close [...]
Africa | Jul 25, 2011 | Comments 0
The Famous Blue Water Beach Resort of Mozambique
Mozambique has one of the fastest growing tourism industries of Africa. If you go through the statistics of the last 2 years, you will know that during this phase this country has hosted the biggest tourist population in the whole of southeastern Africa. The primary reasons behind the emergence of this African country as one of the continent’s hottest tourist destination are its comfortable and warm weather, vast beaches and ample sunshine.
Some years back the country was badly affected by droughts, floods, famines, civil war and many other natural and manmade calamities. However, at this point of time Mozambique has recovered from all those problems and dressed up as an exciting place for tourists. Many hotels and resorts have been built and the older ones are renovated for welcoming [...]
Africa | Jul 08, 2011 | Comments 0
Top 3 Places to Visit in Durban South Africa
Durban has the biggest area among all the cities of KwaZulu Natal, a province of South Africa. Currently this South African city is spoken about in the same breath with the fastest developing urban regions of the world. The Durban port is busiest of all ports of the country and is also rated among the ten largest ports of the world. The tourism of Durban is also in a flourishing state with a number of worthy sightseeing opportunities present in the city. This article will inform you about the three must visit destinations in the city of Durban.
The Amphitheater Gardens:
You should never miss visiting this place during your Durban visit, if you love natural beauty. Here you will get to see uncommon subtropical plants. There are fountains and ponds enhancing the natural treasure of the [...]
Africa | Jun 10, 2011 | Comments 0
The Roman Colosseum: Sheer Magic
The Roman colosseum is also known as the Flavian amphitheatre. The Roman colosseum is one of the most famous structures of Rome. The structure has endured a lot over the years. The Roman colosseum is a true representation of the ancient Roman culture. It was Emperor Vespasian who initiated the construction work. This was in the year 72 AD. Vespasian’s son was Titus, who presided over the completion of the colosseum in 80 AD.
The Roman colosseum was constructed near the region of Domus Aurea or ‘Golden House’ of Nero. Vespasian wished to completely blot out the extravagant reign of Nero from people’s minds. The Roman colosseum derives its name from Nero’s ‘colossus’ statue, which lies in close proximity.
The mammoth theatre initially encapsulated four floors. Three out of [...]
Africa | Nov 18, 2010 | Comments 0
Castle of Good Hope, Cape Town
Francis Drake, the navigator and the famous pirate once said about Cape Town, “A most stately thing and the fairest cape we saw in the whole circumference of the globe”. Cape Town enjoys a perfect setting with Table Mountain at its backdrop. Enjoying the status of one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Cape Town preserves its rich cultural heritage and well matches the modern high rise office blocks. Everywhere you stroll in this city you will find fine Dutch architecture all around. The Edwardian and Victorian buildings give an edge to the cosmopolitan ambience of the city.
The Atlantic Seaboard is incredibly beautiful. A long drive along the beautiful coastline will be the most memorable time of your life. The sunset views are just amazing. The Atlantic Seaboard also provides [...]
Africa | Oct 13, 2010 | Comments 8
The Mystical and Magical Pyramids of Giza
The only survivor of the Seven Ancient Wonders – The Great Pyramid of Giza stands tall, an epitome of strength this place truly embarks curiosity at its appearance, size and shape. It’s a superb example project planning, construction and organization skills of the Ancient Egyptians. But it is not all!! It is something much more profound. The mystery and a strange unexplained yearning for a past make the Great Pyramid of Giza such a popular tourist destination. A strange sensation will keep you caught hold through the entire trip. It is also known as the famous trio. The one being the Great Pyramis (Khufu) itself and the other two are Khafre and Menkaure.
You are not allowed to climb any of the pyramids but inside access is allowed. Claustrophobic, pull your socks and get ready to get [...]
Africa | Sep 23, 2010 | Comments 10
The Blazing Auburn Charm of Marrakech – Morocco
This “Red City” of Morocco is going to strike a chord with the one who is undying wanderlust can somewhat find a refuge over here. With bustling bazaars, vibrant colors, traditional charm – the visitor is going to be wrapped up in the culture of Morocco as the air breathes that old world charm which becomes hard to miss. The city of Marrakech in Morocco is an amazingly exciting destination where travelers experience the untouched spirit of Marrakech. This is the city which enlivens all the senses, be it the sights or the sounds or even the smells; the whole feel of Morocco conjures up for a sort of traveling in time, as if entered a who different land which is soaked in its own culture and wrapped in timeless enigma.
Exploring the Medina which is also referred to as the old village [...]
Africa | Sep 08, 2010 | Comments 6
Jazzy City of Johannesburg
Come to the fun-filled land of Johannesburg and unravel great adventure and activities that this vivacious city has in store for the traveler and alike. The great throbbing city of the safari land of South Africa calls one and all to ‘Jozi’ as the place is famously referred to as. Or simply, call it the all-so cool Jo’burg invites the outdoor enthusiast who also like the trot the urban way, and certainly Johannesburg has everything to offer.
In the contemporary period, the city is viewed drenched in a myriad of hues having something unique for all. Notoriously known in the past for possessing a darker image, the media portrayals have more or less infused a not very favorable image of the city in the past. But, gradually with conquering over the gruesome reality, the government strives [...]
Africa | Aug 17, 2010 | Comments 0
The Great Pyramid of Giza
The Great Pyramid of Giza is known to be the most amazing and the exuberant piece of ancient structure in the world. This pyramid is also known to be one of the most mysterious ones too. The pyramid is known to be one of the most frequented tourist sites in the world.
About the Pyramid
The Pyramid is supposed to be one of the most amazing sites in the country. The pyramids are the structures of the three kings of the fourth dynasty which ruled this place from 2575 to 2465 BC.
The Pyramid was originally 481 feet five inches tall and is measured upto 755 feet along the sides. The pyramid has been constructed with approximately 2.5 million limestone blocks which weigh around 2.6 tons. This place is one of the places which is known for the interior designs and the Grand Gallery which is [...]
Africa | Aug 11, 2010 | Comments 0
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe is known as the “greatest natural wonders of the world”.
If you are planning to visit this part of Southern Africa, it is recommended that you visit the Victoria Falls.
David Livingstone an explorer remarked, “scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight”.
Some facts about Victoria Falls
The falls lies inbetween Zambia and Zimbabwe in Southern Africa. The falls belong to two national parks, the Mosi – oa- Tunya National Park in Zambia and the Victoria Falls National Park in Zimbabwe.
The falls are over a mile wide and 108 m high. It is said that during the rainy season “over 500 million litres of water plummets over the edge into the Zambezi River”.
The name Mosi – oa – Tunya means smoke that thunders and [...]
Africa | Jul 01, 2010 | Comments 3
Victoria Falls Lunar Rainbow: A phenomenon spectacle to savor
There is not much introduction needed for Victoria Falls, which is the most amazing and wonderful falls on earth. People who once see the falls are bound to come back for just another view and again another view.
Water falls is amazingly beautiful natural phenomenon that one man should see once in his life. There is some ultimate beauty and appeal that is in seeing water fall from such a great height. There is some sought of great pull or allure that waterfalls send, kind of vibe of perseverance, of gorgeous beauty and unlished power of nature.
Victoria Falls is fabulous sight, in day or during night, with the sounds of immense volumes of water cascading down its gorge, which has been wrought by some million years by water flowing through it. Seeing rainbow aligned with backdrop of African [...]
Africa | Apr 22, 2010 | Comments 0

