Friday, March 11, 2016

The most famous Australian landmark and the most tourist attraction (urluru)

The Uluru or Ayers Rock is undoubtedly the most famous Australian landmark and its biggest tourist attraction. All visitors to down under, whether queen or commoner must stop by. Towering 348 metres above the surrounding scrubland this 3.6 km long rock is breathtaking. Standing mighty in the middle of nowhere, its red colour becomes deeper and deeper as the sunset and at dawn. It is thought that two-thirds of the Rock lies beneath the sand. Called Uluru by the local Anangu Aboriginal people, the rock is of great religious significance. The Aboriginal people own the park, but lease it permanently to the Federal Government.
Uluru & Kata Tjuta


 Uluru is Australia�s most identifiable natural icon and the largest monolith in the world. It is a massive, red rounded monolith rising 348 metres above the plain and 863 metres above sea level, and reaching 6 kilometres below the earth�s surface. Uluru features stunning Aboriginal rock art sites that can be viewed on guided walks and tours around the base. The spectacular changing colours of Uluru at sunrise and sunset are visions not to be missed. Uluru and Kata Tjuta and the surrounding land became a national park in 1958 and lies in the territory of the Anangu people. Kata Tjuta, also more commonly known as the Olgas, is Uluru�s sister formation, meaning �many heads�, and comprises 36 magnificently domed and coloured shapes covering about 35 sq km. Take the 3 hour Valley of the Winds walk which winds through the crevices and gorges of this magnificent rock system, with spectacular views and a variety of flora and fauna.

Thursday, March 10, 2016

Canadian rocky mountain

This Canadian rocky mountain made up with the UNESCO World Heritage site map, is a total protected area of over 20,000 sq kilometers. In Banff National Park wildlife can cross the Trans-Canada highway, which was specially built over to reduce vehicular collision and for this underpass are designed. They have set up the World standard for animal highway relations.

For tourism it is the good place, people love to go there because of their lovely nature. Most of the INTERNEX interns and candidates living Vancouver are in the Rocky Mountains at the moment. To provide a link from the province of British Colombia to the eastern province the Canadian Pacific Railway was founded. Throughout the Rockies they are in the national parks.


The Canadian Rockies Highlights package is wonderful not only because it includes a night at the Chateau Lake Louise as well as a night in Banff National Park combined with nights in Vancouver, Calgary and Kamloops.

It is also wonderful because of its versatility. You can add a rental car in the Rockies, add hotel nights and add tours and activities.

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Taj mahal "top 20 tourist attractions in the world"

If you arrived at the Taj Mahal in India before the sun rises on the day of the summer solstice (which usually occurs June 21), and walked up to the north-central portion of the garden where two pathways intersect with the waterway, and if you could step into that waterway and turn your gaze toward a pavilion to the northeast — you would see the sun rise directly over it.
If you could stay in that spot, in the waterway, for the entire day, the sun would appear to move behind you and then set in alignment with another pavilion, to the northwest. The mausoleum and minarets of the Taj Mahal are located between those two pavilions, and the rising and setting sun would appear to frame them.
Although standing in the waterway is impractical (and not allowed), the dawn and dusk would be sights to behold, and these alignments are just two among several that a physics researcher recently discovered between the solstice sun and the waterways, pavilions and pathways in the gardens of the Taj Mahal.

It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan (reigned 1628–1658), to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The tomb is the centrepiece of a 42-acre complex, which includes a mosque and a guest house, and is set in formal gardens bounded on three sides by a crenellated wall.


Construction of the mausoleum was essentially completed in 1643 but work continued on other phases of the project for another 10 years. The Taj Mahal complex is believed to have been completed in its entirety in 1653 at a cost estimated at the time to be around 32 million rupees, which in 2015 would be approximately 52.8 billion rupees (US$827 million). The construction project employed some 20,000 artisans under the guidance of a board of architects led by the court architect to the emperor, Ustad Ahmad Lahauri.
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Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Sydney tourist attractions "tourism"

 is the state capital of New South Wales and the most populous city in Australia and Oceania.Located on Australia's east coast, the metropolis surrounds the world's largest natural harbour, and sprawls towards the Blue Mountains to the west.Residents of Sydney are known as "Sydneysiders". Sydney is the second official seat and second official residence of the Governor-General of Australia, the Prime Minister of Australia and the Cabinet of Australia.

The Sydney area has been inhabited by indigenous Australians since the Upper Paleolithic period. The first British settlers arrived in 1788 to found Sydney as a penal colony, the first European settlement in Australia. Since convict transportation ended in the mid-19th century, the city has transformed from a colonial outpost into a major global cultural and economic centre.

Sydney in summer

Summer’s a great time of the year to holiday in Sydney. All the colours of the city are on display – a sparkling blue harbour, golden beaches, green parks and gardens. Sydney really gears up for a spectacular season of events and celebrations with plenty of festivals, world-championship sporting events, arts, culture, entertainment and more!

Get out and about in the great outdoors and experience Sydney’s stunning natural attractions. Go cycling and enjoy the sunshine, the green open spaces and golden sand beaches. Follow a walking trail passing through harbourside bushland, picnic by Sydney Harbour National Park or jog along the promenade at Bondi Beach.

Today, visitors can explore Sydney's fabled history in the narrow cobbled laneways and historic buildings of the Rocks, at the city's excellent museums, and the rock paintings of the Gadigal aboriginal people who once thrived on this land. Sydney still fizzes with the adventurous spirit of its settlers. Visitors can climb the harbor bridge, surf the green-barrel breaks at Sydney's golden beaches, or fly over the city on a scenic tour. And national parks surround the city providing appealing day trip possibilities.

1 Sydney Opera House



Sydney Opera House
One of the world's great icons, the Sydney Opera House is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the star attraction on the glittering harbor. This graceful building, shaped like shells or billowing sails, perches on a finger of land surrounded by water. Snap a photo while gliding by on a harbor cruise, relax at one of the restaurants, stroll around its exterior, or take an organized tour of this magnificent structure, which encompasses theaters, studios, exhibition rooms, a concert hall, and cinema. Avid photographers head to Mrs Macquarie's Chair for one of the best photo opportunities.

2 Sydney Harbour Bridge



Sydney Harbour Bridge
The Sydney Harbour Bridge or "Coathanger," as the locals call it, was the city's best-known landmark prior to construction of the Opera House.

3 The Rocks



The Rocks
On a tongue of land protruding into Sydney Harbour, the Rocks historic area was once home to the Gadigal aboriginal people and later became the country's first site of European settlement.
4 Circular Quay


Circular Quay
Built by convict labor in Sydney Cove, bustling Circular Quay is now home to the city's main ferry terminal. Thousands of commuters flood the area at peak hours, cafés abound, and street performers entertain locals and visitors along the sunny walkways.
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Thursday, March 3, 2016

Las Vegas "tourism"

According to Scarborough, eight percent of the U.S. adult population visited Las Vegas during the past year, making it one of America’s top tourist destinations. Since “living like a local” is appealing when traveling, Scarborough used local data to highlight the casinos, restaurants and activities popular to Las Vegas residents. According to Scarborough Las Vegas data:
You are likely to find Las Vegas locals visiting casinos off The Strip
California serves as an important feeder state to Las Vegas tourism, but people from all over the country flock to the city restaurants in casinos are a huge draw for Las Vegas residents
The Fremont Street Experience is popular among the locals
Las Vegas adults place a priority on outdoors activities and fitness
Las Vegas is among the country’s top viewers of digital video displays
Youth and Spanish-oriented media content is popular among  Las Vegas adults
Las Vegas locals have varied online tastes

Bellagio Fountains

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The Bellagio’s lake throws up entrancing fountain displays choreographed to music from Michael Jackson to Gene Kelly (and, less appealingly, Lee Greenwood). The 1,200 water cannons, arranged in lines and circles, shoot water that dances and sways to the music, reaching as high as 460 feet. Grab a seat in one of the Bellagio restaurants overlooking the water, or take in the view from the sidewalk out front. Watching live, this mandatory Vegas attraction is just like you’ve seen in the movies—only better.

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Grand Canyon


From Las Vegas it’s just over four hours’ drive to the utterly breathtaking Grand Canyon and the best selfies of your life, and the city offers many transportation options to help you get there and explore. Check out companies such as Canyon Tours or Pink Jeep Tours for ground, air and water options, or buzz over to Arizona and land below the rim on a helicopter tour. If you’d rather take a Las Vegas city tour, check out Big Bus, which offers both day and night trips.

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Sky Jump, Big Shot, X Scream and Insanity at the Stratosphere


If you’re afraid of heights, stay away from the 1,150-foot (350m) Stratosphere Tower. And even if you don’t suffer from vertigo, you might want to steer clear of the resort’s thrill rides. The Big Shot will rocket you 160 feet (49m) up the tower’s spindle under a force of four Gs; at the top, you’ll experience a moment of weightlessness before free-falling back to the launch pad. X Scream will propel you 27 feet over the edge of the Tower and then leave you there to dangle. And during Insanity, an arm extends over 900ft of air and spins you around at a terrifying rate. True daredevils can take it one step further with the SkyJump, a controlled, 829-foot leap from the tower that has you reaching speeds of 40mph on the way down. Best save dinner for later.
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Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Florida "the sunshine state" is heavily focused on tourist trade

Florida 

 Known as “The Sunshine State”, Florida is heavily focused on the tourist trade. The beaches are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Florida, along with some of the world’s best known theme parks, including Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld. However some of the state’s best secrets are in secluded locations away from tourist areas and well worth seeing. Regardless of preference Florida has something to offer for any kind of traveler.
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1 Walt Disney World

 Florida's hottest attraction, and not just for kids and families any more, is Walt Disney World in Orlando. The magic of Disney has not worn off over the decades as millions of visitors flock here each year to enjoy the Magic Kingdom and the many other attractions of this mega amusement park.

 2 Universal Studios


Universal Studios
Universal Studios
Universal Studios in Orlando is often much more than what most people are expecting. This huge theme park and working film and TV production studio offers all kinds of rides and experiences based on well known movies and shows. There are rides to entertain all ages. In addition there are hotels, restaurants, excellent shows, live music and more.

3 Everglades National Park



Everglades National Park
Everglades National Park
The Everglades National Park is the second largest in the country after Yellowstone and the largest subtropical wilderness in the continental U.S. It is a 1.5 million-acre tract of marshy land and swamp and an important and fragile ecosystem that supports alligators, American crocodiles, Florida panthers, deer, turtles, egrets, manatees, river otters and many other species.

The whole area is composed of a wide, shallow river that flows from Lake Okeechobee to the Bay of Florida. The bottom of this river is porous limestone over top of a bedrock base called the Tamiami Formation. It catches rainfall and acts as southern Florida's main water reservoir.

The park was created in 1947 after environmentalists finally convinced the government that the Everglades were vitally important to the balance of nature.

4 Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral


Kennedy Space Center
Kennedy Space Center
The Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Station, located near Cocoa Beach on the Atlantic Coast, is a 140,000 acre complex which has been the site of many space shuttle launches. Visitors can take a bus tour to see this large facility and explore the displays at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

5 SeaWorld Orlando

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SeaWorld Orlando
SeaWorld Orlando
Much like Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando has long been an important part of family vacations to Florida. This huge amusement park features to dolphin and whale shows, opportunities to experience close up encounters with marine life and see a wide variety of species in the various tanks, and also offers thrill rides for all ages.

: 6 Daytona 500


Daytona 500
Daytona 500
The Daytona 500 Nascar race is one of the most famous and considered the most important in the Cup series, kicking off the racing season in February. It is held in Daytona Beach at the Daytona International Speedway where it draws huge crowds every year. The Speedway was built in 1959 to move auto racing off the beach. Previously, races and land-speed competitions were held on the hard-packed sand of Daytona Beach.

: 7 Busch Gardens Tampa


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Busch Gardens is one of the most popular attractions in the Tampa area. This African theme park allows visitors to go on safaris and see all kinds of exotic animals as they roam through natural environments. Rides and other amusements are also a big part of the experience

8 Miami Beach


Miami Beach, including both the town and the actual beach, is the main attraction for most tourists heading to Miami. Located on an island connected to the mainland by bridges, Miami Beach features an historic Art Deco District and a wide swath of sand stretching along the oceanfront. The Art Deco buildings along Ocean Drive contain hotels and restaurants with nice views over the beach.

The south Island

The South Island or Te Waipounamu is the larger of the two major islands of New Zealand, the other being the smaller but more populous North Island. It is bordered to the north by Cook Strait, to the west by the Tasman Sea, and to the south and east by the Pacific Ocean. The South Island covers 150,437 square kilometres

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Tourism is a huge earner for the South Island. Popular tourist activities include sightseeing, adventure tourism, such as glacier climbing and Bungee jumping, tramping (hiking), kayaking, and camping. Numerous walking and hiking paths such as the Milford Track, have huge international recognition.


An increase in direct international flights to Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown has boosted the number of overseas tourists.
he South Island of New Zealand has become one of the most popular tourist destinations due to its various natural attractions — magnificent fjords, splendid beaches, breath-taking glacier-carved mountain ranges, and diverse flora and fauna.

South Island is known for its adventure tourism, where the bold and daring can try bungee jumping, glacier climbing, skiing, hiking, camping, and kayaking. It has several hiking paths, with the Milford Track as the most recognized, where visitors can take a walk and indulge in the lushness and abundance of the sights around them.
Christchurch is the largest city in South Island. It has a flourishing ecosystem that boasts of a wide array of wildlife. There’s the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, for instance. It offers visitors a glimpse of New Zealand’s many different wildlife such as wallabies, kiwi birds, water eels, lemurs, and keas. There’s also the Christchurch Botanic Gardens where native New Zealand flora grow, with the Avon River adding to the exotic feel of the whole environment.
The Fiordland National Park, which is among the largest national parks in the country, is also located in South Island, covering an area of 12,500 square kilometers. This world heritage site enables tourists to get a good view of one of the country’s highest mountains, the Mount Aspiring/Tititea.

On South Island’s west coast, there is a small district where visitors can go to revel in the rich natural scenery of the surroundings. The place is called Punakaiki, home to the renowned Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. These pancake-like limestone formations were formed around 30 millions years ago through the solidification of various compounds, and seismic activities. Visitors have the option to join an organized walk to see the landscape, blowholes, and surge pools up close.
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