Archive for October, 2010
Hanoi Tourist Attractions
Vietnam is one of the rising stars in the Asian tourism industry as more and more western travelers are now discovering the beauty of this lovely country. There are a few main travel destinations and one of them is certainly Hanoi.
This large Vietnamese city is filled with a rich culture and history and there are plenty of things to do and places to visit.
Ho Tay Lake Water Park
An ideal place to visit for families visiting traveling to Hanoi is certainly the Ho Toy Lake Water Park which is one of the newest amusement parks in town. There are a number of swimming pools located there including a wave making pool and there are currently twelve different slides.
St. Joseph’s Cathedral
One of the most significant Catholic buildings in the country is St. Joseph’s Cathedral which first opened its doors to its followers in 1886. It is located right in the heart of the citys tourist area. The opening hours at this wonderful cathedral are daily from 05:00 until 22:00.
Army Museum
If you are interested in learning more about one of the infamous Vietnam wars then you should head down to the National Army Museum. You can learn more about the French and American wars and you can view weaponry presentations and special exhibitions. There is in fact even a Russian fighter jet located at the entrance to this interesting museum.
Temple of Literature
Another amazing tourist attraction which all travelers should visit is the Temple of Literature. This temple was founded almost a thousand years ago by a local King so as to promote education and literature and is home to the first university of Hanoi. Opening hours of the Temple of Literature are daily 08:00 until 17:00.
Thong Nhat
This beautiful location in the city is also known as Lenin Park and the Now Reunification Park. It is home to a wonderful large lake and the grounds were adorned by Ho Chi Ming with statues beautiful trees plants and path ways. It is the ideal place to spend a few hours in a relaxing environment. The park is open daily from 06:00 until 21:00.
Lien Phai Pagoda
No visit to Hanoi can be complete without visiting one of spectacular pagodas which are located in the city. My personal favorite one is the Lien Phai Pagoda which was built by Lord Trinh Thap close to three hundred years ago.
About the writer: James is travel consultant living on Phuket and is working on a number of projects. If you are looking for information about Phuket then be sure to visit his Phuket guide which includes an excellent section on Phuket Nightlife.
Guide To Accommodation Facilities For Tourists And Visitors To Queen Elizabeth National Park In Uganda
Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda is by far the best place to visit in Uganda. It is situated at the extreme end of western Uganda bordering Congo. It is a neighbour to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga National Parks and to Rwenzori National Park which is famous for mountaineering in the whole of Africa.
Back to Queen Elizabeth national park. This is a park that has a high concentration of wildlife and birdlife in the whole of western region. Unlike in Kenya and Tanzania where you are 100 people looking at one lion in this park it is the reverse. Guided by the game rangers in Queen Elizabeth National Park you can be able to meet as many as 10 lions you and your ranger alone. The most astonishing part of this park is that it is only on this park that one can find climbing lions. And for that matter everybody is waking up early to go and look at these carnivores still in their sleep and I think thats why these safari lodges are always full.
With the constant flow of tourists to Queen Elizabeth National Park the accommodation facilities in this park are said to be the best in the whole of western region.In the centre of this park is Mweya Safari Lodge which a 5 star hotel.Supported by the visitors who flock to this place one cant miss to call this place a heaven on earth. Across the Kazinga Channel there is another safari lodge called Jakana Safari Lodge which is inside the jungle… A stay at this lodge will make you forget your home if you are a jungle man.If you want to visit these lodges you need to book in advance otherwise you may miss your share of kid pampering at Mweya and Jacana Safari Lodges.
Having been in tourism for long time I know that there are those who like touring on a squeezed budget; Queen Elizabeth caters for those too. There is a hostel near Mweya Safari Lodge for those who travel on a budget. These people have the right to visit the bar and the restaurant at Mweya and still share the tranquility of this place. If you are like me who is always on a budget travel you just go for the hostel and still enjoy the scent of Queen Elizabeth National Park Accommodations.Queen Elizabeth National Park is near the town of Katwe which is famous for salt mining in Uganda. If one finds that he she cant manage the expense of the 5 star lodges inside the park he/ she can book for a room in this town which is 5 kilometers from the gate of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Another place to accommodate yourself when you visit Queen Elizabeth National Park is Kasese Town In Uganda. Kasese town hotels are of the high class as far as tourism in Uganda is concerned. In this town we have Margarita Hotel which is one of the 5 star hotel in Kasese town. This hotel have been working as the best alternative for visitors to Queen Elizabeth National Park who like to stay in town and enjoy the Kasese town blight lights.
Kasese town is also a good destination for visitors to Mountain Rwezori National Park which is a neighbour to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Mountain Rwenzori is famous for mountaineering and most visitors to this park come specifically for that. Mountaineering to this mountain mostly known as the Mountain of the Moon takes 6 to 7 days and for that matter accommodation for travelers and visitors to these place is always at high standard.In conclusion therefore any visitor to Queen Elizabeth National Park shouldnt worry you because depending on your budget you cant miss to get you accommodation that matches your standard. You can either go for a 5 star Safari Lodge in Mweya and Jakana or in the budget hostel near Mweya Lodge.If you traveled on a budget you can go to Katwe town which is composed of Bakonjo people and my be you can learn more about their culture.
If you want to see the town blight lights then you need to go to Kasese town which is some 30 kilometers from the main gate. Hope this article will help you to enjoy your accommodation in and around Queen Elizabeth National Park.
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Twinomugisha Charles is a Retired Tour and Travel Guide in Millennium Tours and Travel Company in Uganda and now works with EOffice Management a company that deals in Computers and Computer Accessories. More of his articles can be found at Accommodation Facilities in Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda and at The Attractions of Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda
Globalhotels-24-7 Increases Availability In Europes Trendiest City – Barcelona
Barcelona has exceptional weather but its so much more than just a suntrap. Culture pours out of this street in a respected nurtured way. Imagine Rome where the locals like their history and respect their antiquities. Youd be forgiven for thinking that Barcelona is a newboy on the block compared to the capital of the Ancient Romans but Barcelona predates Rome by 200 years in Greek culture.
So what brings people to Barcelona? Depends who you ask really its a financial capital a manufacturing capital a tourist magnet and a business hub. Like its always been Barcelona is a merchants paradise and a travellers treasure trove. Why? Because unlike most of stalwart Europe Barcelona got it right despite its history traditions and culture Barcelona actually bothered to embrace others.
So if youre going anywhere get yourself a flight a car and hotel in Barcelona!
But what about a quick trip and a nice hotel stay in Paris I hear you say? Or say you what about a classic hotel and a lively night in London? Glitzy Monaco with its Casinos and luxurious hotels? Or maybe other cities with their distinctive styles and 10000 year old city limits. Barcelona breaks with tradition by doing what we all love history food and better. It infuses the best of current European by letting live alongside its old myriad of historic buildings and culture but sharing its respect and enthusiasm for both equally.
Dude wheres my hotel in Barcelona? Thats up to you. If you want a sun holiday with a little culture on the side why bother staying in the middle of nowhere when you can base yourself here and enjoy the 4.5km of beaches on the Med just like you have anywhere else in southern Europe. But you get so much more I like to call it the history of the new. Barcelonas tribute to our shared history but just done now. Food Music museums architecture all Spanish but all distinctively Europeanly Spanish!
What you waiting for get yourself to Barcelona?
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