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Plan Your Next Trade Show In Pittsburgh By: William Hauselberg
Welcome to Pittsburgh! Home of the hard hitting NFL Steelers, MLB's Pirates, and the world class David L. Lawrence Convention Center.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-14)
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Amenities Offered By The Luxury Villas In Greece By: Salvatore Andrea
Tourists find varieties of means of entertainment in this exotic location to make holidays memorable.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-14)
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Agra Hotels – Accommodation In The Land Of The Taj By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Agra, popular around the world due the presence of the Taj Mahal, lies in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Situated close to the national capital of Delhi, Agra is a premier destination of the world that prominently figures in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Often called as Poetry in Marble, the Taj Mahal of Agra is one of the most visited places of India by both national and international tourists.
Agra is an ancient city which finds mentions in ancient texts like the Mahabharata. Known as Agravana in the earlier days, Agra owes its present fame to the reign of the Mughal Emperors who had patronized the city like no other rulers. Though it was Sikandar Lodi of the Lodi dynasty who had first made Agra his capital, it was under the Mughal rule that the city flourished.
Though Agra is famous for Taj Mahal, which is said to be a mausoleum constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, it is also known for other historic sites like Agra fort and Fatehpur Sikri. Both of these edifices also feature in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some other popular attractions of Agra are the Chini Ka rauza, Itimad-ud-Daula (Baby Taj) and which was constructed by Nurjahan, the Queen of Emperor Jehangir in memory of her father, Mariyam's tomb, Jama Masjid, Boudmath, numerous Gurudwara, Jain Temples, Churches and Mosques, among others.
Since it is a city visited by tourists throughout the year, there are many Agra Hotels that have come up to accommodate the lodging and boarding needs of Agra's visitors. Given that it is a global tourist destination, Agra Hotels are well-prepared to meet the varying needs of their guests. Agra Hotels can be broadly classified into budget hotels, medium range and luxury hotels as well as resorts. It can be concluded that whatever the budget of the guest, there are numerous Agra Hotels that are lined up in various parts of the city to cater to the needs of the visitors.
Some of the most popular Agra Hotels are the Jaypee Palace Hotel, Welcome Hotel Mughal Sheraton, Holiday Inn, Amar Hotel, The Gateway Hotel, Clarks Shiraz Hotel, Howard Park Plaza, Taj Heritage Hotel, Agra Ashok Hotel, Trident Agra, Agra Mahal Hotel, Taj Resorts Hotel, Hilltop Hotel, Welcome Heritage Grand Imperial (all five star rated hotels) and Amar Yatri Niwas, Grand Hotel, Mansingh Palace, Siddhartha Hotel, Taj Khema, Ajay International Hotel, Taj Plaza Hotel (all four star rated hotels). There are plenty of other budget hotels also available easily in Agra. Moreover, Homestays, B & B Inns and Deluxe hotels also are aplenty in Agra.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-14)
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Wayanad Hotels – Living In The Jungle By: Rashmiranjan Patil
Wayanad, a district in Kerala, is located in the lush green valleys of the Western Ghats. Wayanad is one of the later formed districts of Kerala, formed by carving out areas from Kozhikode and Kannur districts.
Wayanad is a tourist hot spot and one of the most visited districts in Kerala. With its forest covered mountains and valleys, extensive jungle cover, flora and fauna, pristine waterfalls, crystal clear lakes and historic monuments, Wayanad's strategic location has also been a boon for the tourism development.
Some of the tourist spots are Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves, Kuruva Islands, Pakshipathalam, Pazhassi Raja Tomb, Pookot Lake, Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls and the Banasura Sagar Dam. Wayanad also has temples like the Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple, Valliyoorkavu Temple, Sita-Luva-Kusha Temple and Thrissilery Shiva Temple.
Being essentially a forest area, the forest department has numerous tourist lodges and inspection bungalows located near the numerous wild life sanctuaries situated around Wayanad.
These Wayanad Hotels have only the basic amenities and it is always better to book well in advance and carry your own provisions. The Forest Bungalow in Thirunelli offers two double rooms and a dormitory. The rooms cost Rs 500 a night and the dormitories Rs. 100 a bed. But be prepared, there are no phones or TV connection.
A popular mid-range Wayanad Hotel is Panchathirtha Rest House which has about 60 double bedded rooms.
A lot of camps and home stays are also available in Wayanad. Green Gales Hotel has set up a camp near the Kabini River near Kuruva islands and organises all sorts of adventurous activities like rafting, trekking and fishing.
You can also try out the beautiful home stays in Wayanad and enjoy the hospitality and homely food in these Wayanad Hotels. Home stays may cost from Rs. 2000 upwards depending on the facilities provided.One of the leading Wayanad Hotels is the ones run by DTPC.
Another popular Wayanad Hotels are the tree houses and eco-lodges in Vythiri. One has to reach the tree house using an ingenious self-propelling elevator made out of cane and counter balanced by the weight of water.
Some of the five star luxurious Wayanad Hotels are Rain Country Resorts, Meenmutty Heights, Vythiri Resort, Harithagiri Ayurvedic Village and Resort, Edakkal Hermitage, Banasura Hill Resort and several others. These resorts are set in the most picturesque of places and the view from these resorts is also breathtaking. Most of these star hotels include facilities like 24 hour restaurant, coffee parlour, cycling, jacuzzi tub, badminton, bonfire, jungle trekking, airport pick/drop, railway station transfer, jogging track, travel desk service.
The nearest airport is Karipur international airport in Kozhikode and the nearest railway station is the Kozhikode railway station.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-14)
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Patnitop Hotels - A Look At The Accommodation Options By: soni sajjan
The town of Patnitop lies in the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, in India. With beautiful scenery and many tourist attractions, the town wears a pleasant look during the summers.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-13)
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Srinagar Hotels - Accommodation Among Snow Clad Peaks By: soni sajjan
The capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar lies in the lap of the valleys of Kashmir, in India. Renowned for its lush gardens, beautiful lakes, and houseboats, the city is equally famous for its handicrafts.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-13)
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Traveling The City In Parisian Boats From Lower Price By: Bruno Jacquart
We have about numerous events attended Paris for some haphazard purchasing and I also possess genuinely liked the enjoyment exploring in the boat in Paris.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-13)
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Hotels In Lancaster Pennsylvania A Trip To Experience The Proud African-american History - Lancaster By: David Dugan
The history in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is undeniable. After all, Lancaster is one of the oldest cities in the United States (especially considering it is not a coastal town).(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-12)
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Hollywood Is Located In The Northwest City In Los Angeles, California. Many Famous Movies Are Produc By: Danny Pereira
I know a lot of people have seen Hollywood movie, it is the brightest place, have you ever been there? There you may see a lot of stars, who you ever have seen on TV, do you want to shake hands with them and say hello to them? In this article mainly I wrote several spots of Hollywood, if you are interested, might as well have a look.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-12)
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Singapore Tourism – Lively And Simply The Best By: Rama Shankar Diwakar
Singapore is the most beautiful destination in entire South East Asia which is truly very worth to visit and explore. This admirable country is absolutely amazing and is admired destination in Asia.(read entire article)(posted on: 2012-05-12)
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