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Thinking Of Adventure! Choose The Best Antarctica Cruises By: Jon david
Adventure is all about having fun in life. If you are looking for an extreme adventure trip to Antarctica then read on to know how to get on board the best Antarctica cruises.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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Plan A Girls' Weekend To Austin, Texas By: William Hauselberg
It's time for a girls' weekend and the city of Austin, Texas is a good place for you and your friends to relax and unwind.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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Travel To Singapore – Book Hotels Online By: Shawn Watson
Singapore, which is considered as one of the most popular holiday spots in the world. What ever you want to get and do, Singapore will provide you with every bit of excitement and fun.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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Agra Packages – Comfort In The City Of Taj By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Agra, one of the most recognizable destinations in India attracts millions of visitors annually to its most famous monument, the Taj Mahal.
The city of Agra, like all the other ancient cities, lies on the banks of a major river, Yamuna. Initially known as Akbarabad, Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodhi. After the death of Sikandar Lodhi, his son Ibrahim Lodhi ruled over Agra until the Mughal Emperor Babur defeated him in the first battle of Panipat in 1526.
Agra has always been an important centre during the Mughal reign. The Mughal emperors like Babur, Akbar, Jahangir and Shahjahan have added to the architectural wealth as well as its culture and history.
Babur built numerous gardens in the Persian style. But it is Taj Mahal, built in the 17th century, as a mark of remembrance to his beautiful queen, Mumtaz Mahal that is Agra's biggest tourism attraction. Shah Jahan took 22 years to erect this marble marvel.
Other important sightseeing options to be included in the Agra Package include the Agra Fort and Sikandra. Shah Jahan was imprisoned by Aurangazeb inside the Agra Fort. From the Agra Fort he could view his beloveds' tomb. Emperor Akbar was laid to rest at Sikandra another architectural marvel.
A lot of travel operators and hotels can take care of your sightseeing tours by helping you to choose Agra Packages which suits your budget. Agra packages include a mandatory visit to the Taj Mahal, followed by a visit to the Agra Fort, Sikandra and Fatehpur Sikri.
The Red Fort in Agra, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, includes the Anguri Bagh Gardens, Diwan-i-Khas, Jahangir's Palace, Ladies' Bazaar, Moti Masjid, Nagina Masjid and Shish Mahal all inside its premises.
Among the famous monuments at Fatehpur Sikri are the Jama Masjid, Mariam-uz-Zamani's Palace, Buland Darwaza, Tomb of Salim Chisti and Panch Mahal.
Agra is well connected to all the major cities by road, rail and air.
Agra is also home to other structures like Itmad-Ud -Daulah's Tomb, often referred to as ‘Baby Taj', owing to the similarity in architecture between the two, Chini Ka Rauza and Soami Bagh Samadh which are included in most of the Agra Packages.
When in Agra, do not forget to check out the numerous leather product outlets that showcase footwear, bags and jackets. The other important thing to shop for in Agra is the souvenir of the city's premier icon, the Taj Mahal. Miniature models made of marble can be bought all over Agra's markets, besides the other products that are made of marble.
Another must do in Agra is to gorge on the delicious variety of chats and the famous pethas, a sweet made from ash gourd.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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Bangalore Packages - To Know The Silicon Valley's Gardens And More By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Bangalore, now known as Bengaluru, is the capital city of Karnataka. The many sobriquets, Garden City of India and Pensioner's Paradise are no longer valid for the greatest cosmopolitan city in South India, Bangalore, which is now the number one city in the IT sector, more aptly titled the Silicon Valley of India. Bangalore has been ranked as the most developed city of India and one of the fastest growing urban areas in the world.
The name Bende Kaalu Ooru, which means the Land of Boiled Beans was coined by the King Veera Ballala who was offered a bowl of boiled beans by an old lady when he got lost wandering in the forest. Benda Kaalu Uru gradually changed into Bangalore.
Bangalore city is melting pot of immigrants who speak various Indian languages due to its dramatic growth in the IT sector. Though Bangalore has a number of heritage and religious sites that are dear to the tourists, the city is now prominently famous for its shopping centers and malls.
The Vidhana Soudha or the legislative house of Karnataka, the Vikasa Soudha, built adjacent to the Vidhana Soudha to help the government in ruling the state, Sheshadri Iyer Memorial, Ulsoor Lake Bengaluru Palace and the Tipu Sultan Palace are the main tourist attractions included in the Bangalore Packages.
There are a number of important temples in Bangalore like the Bull Temple, Maha Bodhi Society Temple, ISKCON Hare Krishna Temple, Maruthi Mandir, Gavi Gangadeshwara Cave Temple, Venkataramanaswamy Temple, Dodda Ganapathi, Vasanthapura, Shiva Temple, Banaswadihanuman Temple, Rai Gudda, Sri Raja Rajeshwara Temple, Dakshinamukhy Nandeeshwara Temple, Mukthi Naga Temple and the Meenakshi Sundaram Temple.
Foreign tourists gather in Bangalore during major festivals like Dussehra and Ganesha Chathurthi to witness the art forms of Karnataka and the culture of the place. Bangalore Packages are the most useful during this festival period.
Famous for its night life, Bangalore has the country's best discotheques and pubs. Bangalore is one of the prominent places in India to hold international rock concerts.
Bengaluru International Airport is the nearest airport which is one of the best airports in India. From the airport to the city, there are a number of transportation facilities available like post-paid and pre-paid taxis, shared taxis, self driven cars, buses, electric trains and even helicopter services for the really urgent travelers. The suburban rail service of the Bangalore Metro saves a lot of time taken to reach from one side of the city to the other. The two main railway terminals of Bangalore are the Bengaluru City Railway Station and the Yeshwantpur Junction. Both government and private bus services are available from Bangalore to many major cities in the country.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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Bangalore Hotels - Experience The Garden City By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Bangalore is beautiful city in the state of Karnataka known for its salubrious climate all year round. Known by various sobriquets like the Garden City, Pensioners Paradise, Silicon Valley of India and few others, the city of Bangalore is a tourists' delight.
Bangalore is dotted with many interesting tourist attractions like palaces, gardens, churches, temples, museums and historical monuments. Shopping and clubbing are two other favourite pass times for those who visit this city. The city has its fair share of luxury malls and street shopping options that is sure to entice all kinds of shoppers. The city is also famous for its many pubs and clubs that play hosts to world renowned DJs and are a favourite haunt among the youngsters of the city. Bangalore's many renowned theatres and art and culture centres cater to the more refined arts too. Bangalore is also the venue for many renowned touring theatre groups, dancers and classical musicians.
Among the parks in Bangalore, Lal Bagh and Cubbon Park are most famous, while the Tippu Sultan Summer Palace, Bangalore Palace and Mayo Hall are the most prominent among the historical structures. Bangalore Museum and Vishweshwaraiah Museum are a favourite among children while Iskcon Temple, Bull Temple, St Mary's Basilica, St Patrick's Church and the Masjid-e-Khadria are some of the popular places of worship here in Bangalore.
Bangalore is a metropolis that is famous for its hotels that range from luxury to budget and even several boutique hotels. The Leela Palace, the Oberoi, Le Meridien, Taj Westend, ITC Windsor, Lalit Ashok, the Chancery Pavilion etc are some of the five star Bangalore hotels which offer tourists a taste of luxury. With lavish suites, some of which can set you back by a lakh or so for a single night, these luxury hotels cater to every need of the occupants.
For those who do not wish to spend a fortune on a single hotel room can go for the more pocket friendly hotels that apart from providing good accommodation also offer various other facilities like swimming pool, lounge area, 24 hours front desk and many more such amenities. Ramada Bangalore, Monarch Luxur, Fortune Park JP Celestial, St Marks Hotel, Lemon Tree Premier, Svenska Design Hotel, Park Plaza, The Zuri, Savannah Sarovar etc are some of the mid range hotels that combine luxury and budget.
For the backpackers seeking low budget accommodation, there are many hotels in the city that despite not providing too many amenities, offer basic room with or without a/c, baths with hot water, in room television and intercom phone. Bangalore hotels in this range include the TAP Gold Crest, Infantry hotel, Baron's Inn, Hotel Nandhini, Koramangala Residency and several others.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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If You Are On The Lookout For A Wedding Venue Yorkshire Has Plenty Of Them By: Salvatore Andrea
Hence, if the need be you can always log in to contact them. Once you have logged in you can contact them via the address or the contact number mentioned on the site.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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Truck Factoring – One Solution For Many Needs By: Barbara Moori
Truck factoring is truly a single solution for most of your problems, if you are a goods transporter. Perhaps its other name ‘freight bill factoring' gives you even a better idea about what exactly it is.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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Make Your Own Travel Adventure With Your Family By: Joe Smith
A family holiday is supposed to be an opportunity to spend some quality time with your nearest and dearest. What should be an enjoyable experience, however, can often lead to disappointment. Doing something more unusual by creating your own travel adventure is one solution to this problem.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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Russian Waterways Cruise- The Delightful Experience By: any liza
If you haven't been on a cruise across the Volga River you have not been through the heart of Russia, so goes the saying in Russia. If you are coming on a vacation to Russia then it is incomplete without having gone on a cruise across the Volga River. The Cruise Sint Petersburg promises to take you through the local history, the luring folklore and legends of the past and present.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-18)
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