“If there is to be heaven on earth, it is here” said the poignant Mughal king Akbar commenting on the picturesque landscape of Kashmir. Kashmir evokes awe-inspiring response from an incessant flurry of tourists. The place is covered with such natural splendor that it may take many lives to soak it entirely. With the mighty Himalayas looming over it and the hills of Karakoram and Nanda Devi adding to the effect, the place looks seeped in beauty. River Lidder, Jhelum and Chenab augment the impact of beauty.

The place is generally covered in snow. This drives the tourists crazy. Rose and tulip sprouting from the snow and brown and black horses trailing through the tuft of green grass make for a spectrum of colors. Tulip festival in Kashmir is rated by many as one of the most celebrated floral events of Asia. Lacs of tulips blossom and create rich paraphernalia exuding a riot of orange.

Gulmarg is a place which needs specific mention. The place is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and it has huge acreage of greenery spreading over it like the reverse canopy of sky. Owing to the long queue of tourists, the place has been blessed with resorts and hotel chains which deal in great accommodation and superior ethnic food.

Pahalgam is another must watch. The place also marks the point of commencement for those leaving for Amarnath pilgrimage.

Dal Lake stands at the cornerstone of history. It has a floating garden and a historic group of four trees called Char Chinar held over a high pedestal. The water is unlike that found in Lakes. It can get really tumultuous at times. Mughals had built beautiful gardens in the State. Kashmir houses the Shalimar and the Nishat gardens.

Unfortunately the place had been marred by violence and cross-border terrorist activities had piled the intrinsic beauty of it with loads of gore and bloodshed. Thankfully, the situation seems to have come in hand.

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After all, you know that Rome is famous with fountains. Most of the them date back to Mediveal ages. There are also many historical places dating from Roman empire times. Our tour begins with Colosseum.

Colosseum

Colossal construction located in the centre of Rome. It is the largest building constructed by Roman Empire and it is one of the most well-known architectural structures of Romans. This big structure is also called Flavian Amphitheatre.

Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica

It is also known as Saint Mary Major Basilica. Ancient catholic basilica dates back from 5th century. Many of the mosaics are also from this period. Old basilica was restored many times throughout centuries.

Cestius Pyramid

The pyramid of Cestius was constructed by famous Roman Emperor Augustus between BC 18 and 12. It was made of marbles with a height of 30 meters. It is near to the Protestant cemetery.

Trevi Fountain

It is located in famous Trevi square. It was constructed by Nicola Salvi and Bernini between 1732 and 1762. People throw the coins on to the water and then makes wishes. It is one of the good examokes of Baroque style.

Ankara Castle

Building date is not known exactly. However, it is known that Byzanthians and Romans use this castle for military purposes. It was captured by Seljuqid Empire in 1073 and became Turkish territory. It is located in Ulus province in Ankara, Genclik Park nearby.

Anitkabir

The graveyard of Turkish Republic founder, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. It is also the graveyard of second president of Turkish Republic, Ismet Inonu. In Anıtkabir, there are many towers. It has a very different architectural structure and was built by famous architects Emin Onat and Orhan Arda.

Old TBMM Building

It is located in the center of Ulus province. This is the building where Turkish Republic was founded. Ataturk made his first speech to the members here.

Atakule

The famous shopping centre in Ankara. It is located in Cankaya province. It consists of two parts, namely shopping centre and tower. The build of shopping centre part was completed in 1987. Its name was given by Turkish president Turgut Ozal.

Ayder Plateau (Rize)

It is located in the eastern part of Black Sea region. Administratively, it is located in Camlihemsin province. According to the naturalists and photographers, Ayder is the most beautiful one in Turkey. It is a good place for picnic and entertaining activities. In summer, Ayder is full of with people from coming both Rize and neighbour cities. If you go to Ayder one day, you'll also see Firtina River.

Uzungol Plateau (Trabzon)

It is located in Trabzon. Uzungol and Sumela Monastry are the most well-known places of Trabzon. Uzungol means “long lake”. There is a beautiful lake in this plateau to see. Uzungol attracts especially Turkish tourists and every year almost one million people go to Uzungol to see its beauty. There are hotels and camping regions there. You can participate in fishing and trekking activities while you are in Uzungol.

Bektas Plateau (Giresun)

It is located in Giresun, where it is always green. It is between Dereli and Bulancak towns and near Yoruk Hill. Whole plateau is covered with wildflowers. There is no water, electricity and telecommunication problem in Bektas Pleatau different from other ones. In winter, Bektas is covered with snow and melting continues to the onset of summer. Inhabitans of Bektas celebrate the coming of summer with a festival every year. Tourists can participate in climbing, skiing, walking and trekking activities.

Phi Phi Islands:

Phi Phi Islands are located in Phuket, Thailand. However, it is a part of Krabi. Phi Phi reminds the tourists of heaven. My friend Pawaena says “it is like the reflection of beauties in heaven. A combination of all beauties. ”

There are many hotels, hostels and spas in Phi Phi. Every summer, more than one million people go Phi Phi for vacation and the population of the island changes dramatically. Habitants of the island are very hostile and happy when they see new faces.

Seven Mile Beach:

It is located in George Town, the capital city of Cayman Islands. Despite its beautiful nature, the number of visitors was dramatically decreased after Hurricane Ivan disaster. There are many resorts and hotels in George Town to accommodate. Puclic nudity and loud music is strictly forbidden.

Lanikai Beach:

Lanikai is located in Hawaii, on the coast of Oahu. Unlike other beaches, Lanikai is only for very rich people. It is ranked as one of the bests. If you are well-off, this should be your first choise.

Manly Beach:

It is located in Sydney, Ausralia. A good place for swiming, surfing and even walking. Manly beach has three parts, Queenscliff, North Steyne and South Steyne. It is adjacent to Sydney Harbour National Park.

Blue Bay Beach:

It is located in Zanzibar. This is one of the favourites of travel agencies in Turkey. Likewise other touristic places, Blue Bay has many hotels,resorts and spas. Since prices are moderates, it is open to everyone from different classes.

Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon is the biggest and most probably the most beautiful canyon in the world. It is situated in Arizona State. Grand Canyon is also a national park.

Copper Canyon

Copper Canyon, or Barranca Del Cobre, is the name of a group of canyon in Chihuahua state in Mexico. Copper Canyon consists of 6 canyons in Sierra Tarahumara region.

Avon Gorge Canyon

A natural beauty in Bristol, England. Every year, millions of tourists come Avon Gorge to see both the beauty of canyon itself and Avon River.

Fish River Canyon

It is located in Namibia. It is one of the largest, most well-known and most beautiful canyons of the world. Fish River flows through canyon. It's marvellous nature attract millions of visitors every year.

Vikos Gorge Canyon

Vikos Gorge is a national park in Epirus, Greece. It is the natural habitat of many animals species and one of the marvels of nature. Vikos Gorge is the deepest canyon in the world.

1. Hosts

   You ask, they serve. Isn't it a nice break to not have to go and fetch some apple juice yourself? And to have your meals delivered right to you, without having to move at all. Can't complain.

2. Entertainment

   Music, movies, games, radio, television shows and dramas. There's something for everyone when you're flying long-haul. You can watch a recent blockbuster, before listening to some calm, relaxing music, followed by an episode of your favourite drama.

3. Neighbours

   If the people sitting next to you are wide awake, and if you are too, perhaps a little conversation wouldn't hurt. You never know, you may find that you're sitting next to the most interesting person in the world!

4. View

   Looking out at the clouds... aren't they pretty? You can just imagine a city up there, with creatures light enough to stand on the clouds... or maybe it's just me who can imagine that. Anyhow, the view is often spectacular, and you can't miss the city and country views during takeoff and landing.

5. Food

   Although it may not always be great, there's always at least 1 item of food that's delicious, no matter how your appetite is. And best of all, it's made and served straight to you! 6. Relax: Flying long-haul is the perfect time to relax and ponder things over. All you have to do is sit down, and think. (You can also even listen to music on demand while you do this)

6. Travelling

   Last, but certainly not least, you're travelling! You have a new location to enjoy once you land. Often this is something to look forward to, after the long (and fun!) flight.

I, along with my family, planned a visit to Nehru Planetarium. This name was derived after Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India's late Prime Minister. It is erected at Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli. It was inaugurated by late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, daughter of Jawaharlal Nehru on 12th December 1976.

This scientific center seeks to inculcate in the people the spirit and temper of Science. The planetarium offers a new opportunity for fostering the scientific temper. They illustrate about space exploration via sky shows.

This helps visitors to learn astronomy and it was surely a pleasant experience. The shows combine entertainment with instructions and provide a new experience in cosmic awareness. The narration music, sound effects and special slide projections create sense of total participation in the show. They help expand the frontiers of knowledge of the universe.

The imposing Nehru Planetariums building has already become a landmark in Mumbai. It has three floors with a total area of 5000 square metres and is fully centrally air-conditioned.

There is provision in the basement for lecture halls and library of books on astronomies and space sciences. A hobby workshop will cater to the need of children and enthusiastic amateurs who wish to build their own telescopes and models. You can innovate their own pattern of study.

It has a circular sky-theater with a seating capacity of about 600 in the middle of the sky theater is giant planetarium projector. It's a night-sky as seen from any place on earth at any time, past, present and future.

We came to know that latest modern machinery and equipments are being bought to attract the people and lot of new science programs will be introduced You must not miss the opportunity of getting invaluable scientific information. It's really a must for every Indian and foreign visitor to pay a visit to Nehru Planetarium. So, don't forget to plan a visit to Nehru Planetarium

In Singapore, the cable car is used to commute one from the summit of Faber Mount on the Singapore Island to a low hill on Sentosa, a famous resort island just off the southern part of Singapore.

The cable car resembles a carriage which hangs from a strong steel cable suspended in the air. It moves along the cable with other cars on pullers turned by electronic motors. Each cable car is painted with eye-catching color and can seat up to six persons.

Through the glass window of the cable car, passenger gets a breathtaking view of the modernized city of Singapore, harbor bustling with workers, and some tiny islands off the coast of Singapore.

As the cable car is hung so high in the air, ships on the sea appear to be small boats or the boats like toys. You can view workers on the ships in the dockyard below busily moving cargo from the ships to the shore or from the quay on the waiting ships by looking through binoculars or a telescope. On sunny day, the sky above is beautifully blue and the sea below looks crystal blue.

Passengers have adequate time to capture a magnificent view during a trip to Sentosa Island as the cable car moves at a leisurely manner. When reaching the island, the visitor can walk round viewing some interesting sights or swim in the artificial lagoon. The visitor can also take a bus to travel round the island if he or she is not eager to walk. Golf lovers can have a round of golf course on this island.

After spending some memorable times on the island, you have to take a cable car back to Mount Faber. The return trip is equally enjoyable and interesting as during the trip to Sentosa Island.