Petra

Petra is one of the new wonders of the world.It is an archaeological site in the Arabah, Ma'an Governorate, Jordan. Petra lies about 3-5 hours south of modern Amman, about 2 hours north of Aqaba, on the edges of the mountainous desert of the Wadi Araba. It is renowned for its rock-cut architecture. The city is surrounded by towering hills of rust-colored sandstone which gave the city some natural protection against invader.The Nabateans constructed it as their capital city around 100 BCE.

Petra is sometimes called the ‘Lost City’. In spite of its being such an important city in antiquity, after the 14th century AD, Petra was completely lost to the western world. It was rediscovered in 1812 by the Swiss traveler, Johann Ludwig Burckhardt, who tricked his way into the fiercely guarded site by pretending to be an Arab from India wishing to make a sacrifice at the tomb of the Prophet Aaro

Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal of India - "the epitome of love", "a monument of immeasurable beauty".The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in Agra, India built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It stands on the bank of River Yamuna, It is one of the seven wonders of the world. The Taj Mahal is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture..

It was built by the fifth Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan in 1631 in memory of his second wife, Mumtaz Mahal, a Muslim Persian princess. Taj mahal began around 1632 and was completed around 1653, It was designed by the Iranian architect Ustad Isa. Twenty thousand people were deployed to work on it. The materials were brought in from all over India and central Asia and it took a fleet of 1000 elephants to transport it to the site. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. the white domed marble mausoleum is its most familiar component, the Taj Mahal is actually an integrated complex of structures .

The Taj rises on a high red sandstone base topped by a huge white marble terrace on which rests the famous dome flanked by four tapering minarets. Within the dome lies the jewel-inlaid cenotaph of the queen. The dome is made of white marble, but the tomb is set against the plain across the river and it is this background that works its magic of colours that, through their reflection, change the view of the Taj. Like a jewel, the Taj sparkles in moonlight when the semi-precious stones inlaid into the white marble on the main mausoleum catch the glow of the moon.

The colours of Taj mahal change at different hours of the day and during different seasons; pinkish in the morning, milky white in the evening and golden when the moon shines. As a tribute to a beautiful woman and as a monument for enduring love, the Taj reveals its subtleties when one visits it without being in a hurry. Taj has a life of its own that leaps out of marble, provided you understand that it is a monument of love. As an architectural masterpiece, nothing could be added or subtracted from it.

Christ the Redeemer ,Brazil

Christ Redeemer is one of the seven great wonders of the world. Christ the Redeemer is a statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.It is also one of the tallest statues in the world which weighs 635 tonnes and is located at the peak of the 700 metres (2,300 ft) Corcovado mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park The statue stands 30 metres wide and 38 metres tall with its pedestal and overlooking the city of Rio de Janeiro. The statue represents Jesus standing with outstretched arms and is one of the most famous symbols of this lively city.

History of the Statue of Christ the Redeemer starts in the XVIth Century when the Portuguese named the mountain Pináculo da Tentação (The Pinnacle [peak] of Temptation), alluding to the Biblical Mountain. The idea for erecting a large statue atop Corcovado was first suggested in the mid 1850s, when Catholic priest Pedro Maria Boss requested financing from Princess Isabel to build a large religious monument. From several numbers of designs, the statue of Christ the Redeemer with open arms was chosen which was designed by local engineer Heitor da Silva Costa and sculpted by French sculptor Paul Landowski. The statue is made of reinforced concrete and soapstone, chosen for its enduring qualities and ease of use. Total construction took nine years from 1922 to 1931.

The $250,000 statue was opened for all in October of 1931. The statue was struck by a heavy lightning in a storm at 1998 but it was intact because of its soapstone.

Louvre Museum,Paris

Louvre Museum, in French the Musée du Louvre, is the national museum and a historic monument of France. The museum is located in the right bank of the Seine River in Paris. Louvre Museum is the most visited and famous museum in the world. It is the largest museum which has 35,000 pieces of art housed in a gigantic 60,000 square foot building. There is a glass pyramid outside the Louvre which is a memorable landmark, and an often photographed view of the museum.

The history of the Louvre museum starts with Philippe-Auguste, as he built the Louvre in the late 12th century as a fortress on the edge of the city to protect Paris from Anglo-Norman invaders. The Louvre Palace was altered frequently throughout the Middle Ages. In the 14th century, Charles V converted the building into a residence and in 1546, Francis I renovated the site in French Renaissance style. Many proposals were offered for the Louvre's renovation into a museum, however none was agreed on. During the French Revolution the Louvre was transformed into a public museum and opened for all on 10 August 1793 with 537 paintings and 184 objects of art

At present, The Musée du Louvre contains more than 380,000 objects and displays 35,000 works of art in eight curatorial departments with more than 60,600 square metres (652,000 sq ft) dedicated to the permanent collection. Egyptian antiquities, Near Eastern antiquities, Greek-Etruscan-Roman, Islamic art, Sculpture, Decorative arts, Painting and Prints & drawings are the eight departments of the museum and among these departments Islamic art is the newest addition. There are some world famous collections in different departments; among those the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci is worth mentioning. In Greek-Etruscan-Roman department, initially, the collection focused on marble sculptures, such as the Venus de Milo. But later, sculptures of defferent metals were also included.

The Louvre is owned by the French government; however, since the nineties it has become more independent. 2008, the French government provided $180 million of the Louvre's yearly $350 million budget; the remainder came from private contributions and ticket sales. Many people from different countries come to visit this famous place everyday.

The Great Wall of Chaina

The Great Wall of China, one of the greatest wonders of the world, is drawn out from east to west of China. It is one of the largest building construction projects ever completed which stretches across the mountains of northern China, winding north and northwest of Beijing. This 8,851.8 kilometers (5,500 miles) long series of stone and earthen fortifications winds up and down across deserts, grasslands, mountains and plateaus of the country.


The Great Wall was originally built in the Spring, Autumn, and Warring States Periods as a defensive fortification by the three states: Yan, Zhao and Qin. The Great Wall went through constant extensions and repairs in later dynasties. Emperor Qin Shihuang succeeded in his effort to have the walls joined together to fend off the invasions from the Huns in the north after the unification of China. Since then, the Great Wall has served as a monument of the Chinese nation throughout history. In 2009, an additional 290 kilometres (180 miles) of previously undetected portions of the wall, built during the Ming Dynasty, were discovered. The newly discovered sections range from the Hushan mountains in the northern Liaoning province to Jiayuguan in western Gansu province. The sections had been submerged over time by sandstorms that moved across the arid region.


The Great Wall can be seen from low earth orbit, i.e. an altitude of as little as 100 miles (160 km) but, contrary to legend, is not visible from the moon, according to astronauts Neil Armstrong, Jim Lovell, and Jim Irwin. Leroy Chiao, a Chinese-American astronaut, took a photograph from the International Space Station that shows the wall. It was so indistinct that the photographer was not certain he had actually captured it. Based on the photograph, the China Daily later reported that the Great Wall can be seen from space with the naked eye, under favorable viewing conditions, if one knows exactly where to look.

Goa in India

Those who haven’t visited Goa tend to imagine it as some kind of Indian Costa Brava. Enowned worldwide for its spectacular beaches that are among the finest in the world, Goa in the west coast of India is a holidaymaker's paradise. Goa is visited by hundreds of thousands of international and domestic tourists each year. Goa has two main tourist seasons: winter and summer.Tourists from abroad (mainly Europe) come to Goa to enjoy the splendid climate in the winter time. In the summertime, tourists from across India come to spend the holidays.

Goa, a tiny emerald land on the west coast of India, the 25th State in the Union of States of India, was liberated from Portuguese rule in 1961. It was part of Union territory of Goa, Daman & Diu till 30 May 1987 when it was carved out to form a separate State. Goa covers an area of 3702 square kilometers and the state is divided into two districts: North Goa and South Goa. Each district is governed by a district collector, an administrator appointed by the Indian government. Goa lies in Western Coast of India and is 594 Kms (by road) away from Mumbai city. However, Goa, like everywhere in India, is never quite what you expect. But these are two very narrow sides of the Goan experience and anyone who spends much time here will discover that Goa contains more variety and vitality than almost anywhere else in India.

The main draws of Goa are the beaches, the beaches in Goa attract thousands of beach lovers and regular tourists from far and wide. The beaches in Goa are classified into the beaches in North and the beaches in South. Anjuna, Vagator, Baga, Dona Paula and Bambolim are among the most famous beaches in North. The beaches of Goa in the north are host a lot of parties and carnivals, while the beaches of south Goa are relatively quieter, and appeal to those looking for comfortable solitude.

Leaning tower

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the world's most spectacular tourist attractions, which is situated in fascinating Italian city of Pisa. The Tower of Pisa is the campanile, or freestanding bell tower of the cathedral. It is one of the most outstanding campaniles or bell towers in Europe. The Tower of Pisa is located just behind the beautiful Romanesque style Pisa Cathedral.

The tower of Pisa has an unusual look that comes from its inclined condition. Construction of this tower began on August 09, 1173 AD and the infamous tilt was soon discovered in 1178 AD, however, its architects decided to continue with the project regardless. Some historians believe that the inclination of the Tower of Pisa was part of the original architect's design, but now it's confirmed that it was not so.

All the way through its creation years and over the centuries later, many attempts have been made to halt its inclination, with an aim to increase its lifespan. But most of us will agree that in its curious inclination lies its beauty, which never fails to fascinate thousands of its visitors from worldwide destinations.

The construction of the Tower of Pisa was completed in three stages, spanning over two centuries. The construction of first floor white marble campanile was started in August 1173 AD, while During the construction of third floor in 1178, the tower started leaning, possibly because of its narrow base and unstable subsoil. In 1198 AD, few clocks were temporarily installed on the unfinished construction. Its construction was halted at the beginning of the 13th century, possibly due to continuous battles between Italy and her neighbors.

The height of the tower is 55.86 m (183.27 ft) from the ground on the lowest side and 56.70 m (186.02 ft) on the highest side. The width of the walls at the base is 4.09 m (13.42 ft) and at the top 2.48 m (8.14 ft). It weighs almost 14,500 metric tons (16,000 short tons). The tower has 296 or 294 steps; the seventh floor has two fewer steps on the north-facing staircase. The tower leans at an angle of 3.97 degrees.

Palm Jumeirah

Have you ever heard about any artificial island? If you haven’t, then I’ll tell a bit about this. The Palm Jumeirah is an artificial island in Dubai which is primarily a retreat and residential area for living, relaxation, and leisure. The total structure is under construction by the Dubai government whereas the project handled by Al Nakheel Properties. It is being built in the shape of date palm tree topped with a crescent, and a large number of residential, leisure and entertainment centers. It consists of a trunk, a crown with 17 fronds, and a surrounding crescent

island that forms an 11 kilometre long breakwater. the island is 5 kilometres by 5 kilometres and its total area is larger than 800 football pitches.


Among the world's three largest man-made islands, the Palm Jumeirah is the smallest, others are Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira. It is located on the Jumeirah coastal area of the emirate of Dubai.


Collectively, the island will support more than 60 luxury hotels, 4,000 exclusive residential villas (sale), 1,000 unique water homes (sale), 5,000 shoreline apartments (sale), marinas, water theme parks, restaurants, shopping malls, sports facilities, health spas, cinemas and various dive sites. The 5.4 km (3.35 mile) Palm Jumeirah Monorail is being built on the island which will be able to transport 40,000 people every day.

Palm Jumeirah has everything you need to enjoy a marvelous holiday break. World famous hotel names, amazing tourist attractions, luxury fashion and shopping malls are starting to open up. Whether you just want to relax or immerse yourself in an exciting world of leisure and entertainment, this is a truly inspirational holiday destination.

Visitors will come to get pleasure from the spectacular sunsets, unwind in the spas, pools and gardens and eat out at the fine selection of restaurants. There's a wide range of daytime activities, including water sports, aquariums, theme parks and of course miles of beautiful beaches. And at night the bars, clubs and shows will offer plenty of fun and amusement. So why not come and explore the endless possibilities of Palm Jumeirah.

Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh

Miles of golden sands, towering cliffs, surfing waves, rare conch shells, colorful pagodas, Buddhist temples and tribes, delightful sea-food--this is Cox's Bazar, the tourist capital of Bangladesh. It is well known for its wide sandy beach that is claimed to be the world's longest natural sandy sea beach, which is about 125 km. This is one of the best Sea-Beaches in the world, where we can see the sunset and sunrise everyday, with an enjoyable weather.

Cox's Bazar is a district in the Chittagong Division of Bangladesh which is located 150 km south of Chittagong and is connected city by bus and air. The town was named after Captain James Cox of East India, who was in charge of the naval base during 1800 AD. Area of this town is about 2491.86 km². The major source of economy of Cox's Bazar district is tourism. A large number of tourists come almost everyday here from distant places even from abroad like Britain, America, Korea, Japan, India, Nepal, Pakistan and many more countries.

Cox’s Bazar is also one of the fishing ports of Bangladesh. A good number of peoples are also involved in the fishing and collecting seafoods and sea products for their livelihood. It is a good place for sea bathing also. Except the world’s longest sea beach, there are also some more attractive tourist places i.e. Aggmeda Khyang (a large Buddhist monastery), Dulhazra Safari Park, Himchari etc.

The Aggmeda Khyang, a large Buddhist monastery, and a place revered by around 400,000 Buddhist people of Cox’s Bazar and the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The main sanctuary-cum-monastery is carried on a series of round timber columns, which apart from accommodating the prayer chamber and an assembly hall, also is the repository of a large of small bronze Buddha images-mostly of Burmese origin-- and some old manuscripts. Beyond the main khyang to the south there is an elevated wooden pavilion and a smaller brick temple with a timber and corrugated metal root.


Dulhazra Safari Park is an extension of an animal sanctuary located along the Chittagong-Cox's Bazar road about 50 km from Cox's Bazar town. The sanctuary itself protects a large number of wild elephants which are native to the area. Some other animal attractions like Lions, Royal Bengal tigers, Crocodiles, Bears, Chitals and lots of different types of birds and monkeys are also in this safari park.

Himchari is another place located about 18 km south of Cox’s Bazar along the sea beach, a nice place for the picnic and film shooting. It runs by the open sea on one side and hills & water falls on the other which makes the journey to Himchari very attractive.

Nepal

Nepal is a landlocked country in South Asia. China and India border this country from the north and the south respectively. It is called The Himalayan Kingdoms. Katmandu is the capital of Nepal. Historically, what is now Nepal was made up of many small kingdoms. The modern state was formed with the Unification of Nepal by Prithvi Narayan Shah on December 21, 1768. Until 2006, Nepal was a kingdom. Nepal is now a federal democratic republic. Nepali is the official language of Nepal,with almost 60 percent of the population speaking it.

The country is known for its majestic

Himalayas and has nine of the fourteen peaks in the world over 8,000 meters, including Mount Everest and Annapurna where Mount Everest is the highest peak in the world. Nepal commonly is divided into three broad physiographic areas: the Mountain Region, the Hill Region, and the Tarai Region and among them Mountain Region is the most beautiful one where Mount Everest exists. The Mountain Region constitutes the central portion of the Himalayan range originating in the Pamirs, a high altitude region of Central Asia. Himalayas have attracted foreigners to Nepal since Mount Everest was first climbed by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tensing Sherpa in 1953. Mountaineering and hiking were of considerable interest as were rafting, canoeing, and hang gliding.

The hill region includes the Katmandu Valley, the country's most fertile and urbanized area. Two major ranges of hills, commonly known as the Mahabharat Lekh and Siwalik Range (or Churia Range), occupy the region. the Tarai Region is a lowland tropical and subtropical belt of flat, alluvial land stretching along the Nepal-India border, and paralleling the Hill Region.