There are so many things to do in Cyprus. Cyprus is a country rich in cultural heritage and all the tourists who come here to spend their holidays have good time. They really feel so pleasing that they even want to stay here for ever.
I would like to list various activities which you can do here one by one and I hope that you will enjoy reading it.
1.Cultural and historical sights
There are so many cultural and historical sites here in Cyprus. Some of them are tombs of the kings, kourion, agia paraskevi church, kykkos monastery, Cyprus Museum etc. all of these are really some of the master piece and the people loves visiting it. As far as some of them are concerned, they are as old as 20th century. Those who love reading the history must have read about Cyprus and all the historical monuments which I have listed above. If you want to visit all the historical sites then I must tell you that it will at least take one week for you to visit all of them.
2.Have fun outside
There are many things which you can do if you want to enjoy your holidays. There are many nature trails through which you can run and I assure you that it will be a great fun. The Xenobia wreck of the coast of Larnaca is quiet great and you will be extra enthusiastic when you will see it and yes you will definitely love to dive through it.
The Akamas peninsula which is to a picnic spot is also a great place for boating. You can participate in boating whole day and you will not get board. And this is my assurance to you.
3.Shopping
Shopping is also quiet common in Cyprus. Pottery, lace, honey, Cyprus delight, hard woven rugs, sweet pastries, commanderia wine and so on. All of this shows us that Cyprus is quiet great for the shopping. You want to drink or you want to eat, there is a lot more things for you. Cyprus is one of the places where the coastal region is very long and hence you will get lots of sea food. In fact Cyprus is really very rich in the seas foods. You will find all kind of sea food.
4.Scenery and beaches
These are the other things which you can enjoy. I must say that beaches are great and you can take the sun bath as well as enjoy the beach life. It is simply great and is one of the best beaches in the world.
I do feel that in any circumstances you will definitely enjoy the visit to Cyprus. It is simply great.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Travel Guide to Beijing
Beijing is the capital of the most densely inhabited country in the world, the People's Republic of China. It is the political, economic, cultural and educational center and also China's most important center for international trade and communications. There are many great historical sites in Beijing, including the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall passes nearby.
Beyond the modernity, Beijing offers bountiful attractions of tourism, including the fast-disappearing hutong, parks, architectural and cultural treasures and exquisite temples. Some of the famous tourist spots in Beijing are:
1.The Forbidden City
This is the number one of Beijing's four must see tourist attractions including The Great Wall of China, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace. It is the world's largest imperial palace complex, with massive courtyards and magnificent architecture.
2.Tiananmen Square
This is a very mesmerizing place. On the Northern side of the big Tiananmen Square you can see the big red Tiananmen gate. This is China's one of the most famous views.
3.Temple of Heaven
This elegantly beautiful and iconic temple is situated in large, liberally forested gardens. It is surely one of the great cultural sites in the world. It was built along a north-south, celestial, axis lie the buildings where the Ming and Qing emperors came four times a year to offer sacrifices to the Gods and to pray.
4.The Summer Palace
The summer garden is a showcase of the art of Chinese gardens. It is made up of many interconnected lakes and numerous pavilions, bridges and halls. The gate of this place is unclearly reminiscent of the entrance to the Forbidden City, with an imperial marble bridge crossing the pool.
5.Beihai Park
It is one of the oldest and most genuinely preserved majestic gardens in China, with a Tibetan style white dagoba on the island hill in the lake. The North Shore Beihai Park is arguably the more beautiful and interesting of the two sides. Here you can see beautiful, decorative Nine-Dragon Wall, Five Dragon Pavilion, and many more temples, lake views.
6.Yonghegong - The Tibetan Lamasery
The Yonghegong is one of Beijing's most attractive temples, having started life as a residence for a crown prince of the emperor. This temple is extremely beautiful, but it is heavily commercialized.
7.YuanMingYuan
The 'Old Summer Palace' has several lakes and rich landscaping. It once had more than 150 scenic spots until destroyed by invaders in 1860 and 1900. Some structures have now been restored.
These are some very exciting and thrilling places of Beijing that every tourist should surely visit.
Beyond the modernity, Beijing offers bountiful attractions of tourism, including the fast-disappearing hutong, parks, architectural and cultural treasures and exquisite temples. Some of the famous tourist spots in Beijing are:
1.The Forbidden City
This is the number one of Beijing's four must see tourist attractions including The Great Wall of China, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace. It is the world's largest imperial palace complex, with massive courtyards and magnificent architecture.
2.Tiananmen Square
This is a very mesmerizing place. On the Northern side of the big Tiananmen Square you can see the big red Tiananmen gate. This is China's one of the most famous views.
3.Temple of Heaven
This elegantly beautiful and iconic temple is situated in large, liberally forested gardens. It is surely one of the great cultural sites in the world. It was built along a north-south, celestial, axis lie the buildings where the Ming and Qing emperors came four times a year to offer sacrifices to the Gods and to pray.
4.The Summer Palace
The summer garden is a showcase of the art of Chinese gardens. It is made up of many interconnected lakes and numerous pavilions, bridges and halls. The gate of this place is unclearly reminiscent of the entrance to the Forbidden City, with an imperial marble bridge crossing the pool.
5.Beihai Park
It is one of the oldest and most genuinely preserved majestic gardens in China, with a Tibetan style white dagoba on the island hill in the lake. The North Shore Beihai Park is arguably the more beautiful and interesting of the two sides. Here you can see beautiful, decorative Nine-Dragon Wall, Five Dragon Pavilion, and many more temples, lake views.
6.Yonghegong - The Tibetan Lamasery
The Yonghegong is one of Beijing's most attractive temples, having started life as a residence for a crown prince of the emperor. This temple is extremely beautiful, but it is heavily commercialized.
7.YuanMingYuan
The 'Old Summer Palace' has several lakes and rich landscaping. It once had more than 150 scenic spots until destroyed by invaders in 1860 and 1900. Some structures have now been restored.
These are some very exciting and thrilling places of Beijing that every tourist should surely visit.
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