All Entries in the "Asia" Category

No one can ever, get bored traveling in India! Except for Bollywood and terrorist attacks, India is favorite tourist destination among most of the tourists for its still preserved culture and customs. India is a beautiful blend of modernization with touch of colorful festivals, diverse culture and language. The best time to visit the India is in winter and summer i.e. September to May. Avoid going between June and August as its rains heavily during these months. I can go on and on about India. So I’ll just, start on with my traveling experience in North India. Out North India tour started off, when my flight from States landed in Mumbai, Maharashtra, after around seventeen hours. Having heard so much about Mumbai, its culture, movies (Bollywood) and nightlife, I decided to stay couple  [...]

There were times when tourists avoided traveling to cities in India due to the tackiness, stench, and insecurity (post 2008 terrorist attacks). However, the tourism industry boosted after Slumdog Millionaire snatched eight Oscars, and we were among the many Americans foreigners who arrived on this cultural land to witness and compare the slumdogs in the movie and reality. Famously known as Reality Tours, Elisa and I decided to witness the paucity and griminess in the streets of Dharavi, Asia’s largest slum vicinity in Mumbai, India. We hired an Indian guide, Satish, who dwelled in the same filthiness, to get a closer and perfect tour around the area. Prior to entering the poverty border, Satish informed us that over 55% of Mumbai’s population dwelled in these slums, which was staggering  [...]

Location: Wudang Mountain is situated in the Shiyan City of the Hubei Province. It is renowned as across the city as the Taoist memorial. Commonly it is known as the Xuanyue and the Taihe mountains. The huge old building structures and the attractive natural sceneries are very much popular. UNESCO has declared the Wudang Mountains as the World Heritage Site in the year 1994. Structure: During the Tang reign the construction of the old building structures was started. The 5 dragon temple was constructed during the rule of Emperor Taizong. The temple of 5 dragon was been constructed on the Wudang Mountain. Around 33 palaces were constructed during the Ming’s rule. The construction includes the Palace of Harmony, Yuxu Palace, the Yuzhen Palace and also the Grand Purple cloud palace. Later  [...]

India has always been an attractive places to explore some new things of life, specially given its love for people and other valuable things of life like lovely backwaters, exotic spices, tantalizing sea food and the most appealing its beaches – this could be found no other place than Kerala, as they say God’s own country! I was seriously mesmerized by the beauty of its surrounding area when I first arrived at kerala, it’s the place where people LIVE LIFE KING SIZE! There are no worries, no office tensions; you just get engulfed in its lovely environment and peace of mind weather. There are rice boats, which are floating across the backwaters, and the sailors lazily enjoying the sun with perches above. Kerala is the place where you can see lots of vibrancy in customs, traditions,  [...]

The Islamic Centre Located in the capital city of Maldives, Male’, the Islamic Centre is one of the most significant milestones. Gigantic golden dome architect overlooking the skyline, this stupendous and eye-catchy structure grabs the eyeballs from every direction of Male’. Standing tall as a symbolization of Islam religion, this majestic structure reminisces of the religion which has been ruling the country from past centuries. This structure was established in 1984 and today encompasses a huge mosque which has the capacity of accommodating 5000 people; an Islamic library; classrooms; conference hall and offices. The Local Market Found on the Northern Waterfront, i.e. at a small distance from the Male’ Fish Market, the local market is swamped with small stalls. Unlike the regular  [...]

Pristine tropical islands, waving palm trees, stunning white beaches encircled by crystal clear lagoons of variant blue and turquoise shades, spectacular underwater coral gardens- all these vibrant traits compile together to formulate a mind-blowing and out of the world Maldives. If there would be any destination on the Planet Earth, which could be coined as ‘Paradise on Earth,’ then it has to be Maldives. Indeed deserving so as there would be any underlying base for referring it as ‘The Flower of the Indies’ by Marco Polo and Ibn Bhutta’s assertion as ‘One of the wonders of the world.’ Maldives is truly the sunny side of life, with its pleasant, impeccable and matchless characteristics. Despite of the changing times, Maldives doesn’t change its unique traits which make it  [...]

Mongolia indeed suits the title of an adventurous destination; people who relish fun in outdoor and adventurous activities should definitely give a hit to this worthwhile country at least once. It offers special enchantment in the form of vast plains; horse rides, camping with nomads which altogether lend feeling of re-entering the ancient simplicity and innocence. Truly it remains to be an enchanting and rejuvenating experience while touring in Mongolia, also it offers some of the most beautiful and untouched destinations in Asia. Tourist attractions Khovsgol Nuur: ‘Blue Pearl’ of Mongolia, Khovsgol Nuur is a serene and extensive lake stretching to 136kms deep in the Siberian Taiga. Encompassed by undulating mountains and tranquil lake, the national park forms a major attraction  [...]

Integrate a blend of massive lush scenery of Gobi, snow-clad mountains of Bayan-Olgi, spectacular ravines, shimmering lakes of Khovsgol, dotted with numerous immigrants, and eagle in the background. To all this, add Buddhist shrines, bizarre remnants, plethora of wildlife, rich historical background and an ever-smiling and welcoming hospitality. Over all this, topple a subjugator who started with nothing and ended up with vast coffers of treasures and deviated the path of history. If all this descriptions are persistently craving in your mind to gaze the unspoiled country, then you should tour in New Mongolia. Sprinkle over them, internet cafes in Ulaanbaatar, herders chatting on mobile phones, Manhattan style eco-yurts and vegetarian cafes. The Humvees plying on Peace Ave perhaps might  [...]

Tourist attractions Kuala Lumpur Bird park: This extensive tropical bird park sits in the sprawling scenic and tranquil land of Lake Gardens. This 60-hectare park is popularly known as “Free-flight Walk-in aviary,’ and houses a wide-ranging species ranging from lovely peacocks to the unusual birds from the entire globe. It is home to nearly 200 diverse species and 5000 birds. Also, this lush verdure landscape forms a part of the green belt of Kuala Lumpur. However, the Lake Gardens were built up in the year 1888 and are an artificial one. Tourists can grab fun and catch scenic views of the entire garden by taking a boat ride in the lake waters. The verdure garden bequeaths great picturesque views; one can grab some beautiful views while meandering in the walkways alongside green  [...]

Kuala Lumpur, heart of Malaysia, is a beguiling city which is filled with exciting and exhilarating activities. This captivating destination offers wide-ranging cuisines, spectacular architectures, lively and unusual nightlife, broad variety of shopping. So, anyone touring in Southeast Asia, give a hit to this exotic destination as well. Let’s check ahead the 10 fun-invigorating activities to do in Kuala Lumpur. 1. Shop until you drop: Enjoy shopping spree in Kuala Lumpur; those people who just love shopping and don’t get bored of shopping… should definitely shop here in this shopper’s paradise. Ranging from classy and sophisticated malls alongside the Bukit Bintag Street to the economical roadside stalls in Chinatown, grab everything of your choice. 2. Explore the locals: Get  [...]