Friday, December 30, 2011

Dinosaurs in Patagonia

What would you say if you could walk on the seabed fossils dating back millions of yearsThe beautiful Patagonia Argentina, invites you on this occasion, to walk among dinosaurs. In a space decorated with lights and sounds of the era, the Museo Egidio Feruglio offers a peculiar type route scenic.
The birth of the museum
Patagonia Argentina, has for many years, a privileged place at the time of the research palaeontological. According to the specialists have the potential scope of this discipline in the area, is comparable only to certain parts of the world, such as large deposits of Gobi (China) or Alberta (Canada).

The area has been growing receptacle campaigns scientific research, providing more and more amazing discoveries in the field.

Given these circumstances, both locals and professionals from the area, saw the need to establish a framework for the protection of discoveries for future generations.

Thus, in 1988, begins to form the Museo Egidio Feruglio, future site of the pieces discovered containment and development of various research programs and dissemination of knowledge acquired.

On December 28, 1990, the museum finally opens its doors to the public. In parallel, results in the creation of the Fundación Egidio Feruglio, which guides and supports the museum.

Since then, the fruitful work of the researchers of the museum, have been able to locate in the international framework as a benchmark in the area. Thus, constantly establishing partnerships with several major institutions such as American Museum of Natural History in the United States.

A film editing
Like their larger counterparts in the rest of the world, the MEF, sought to establish for the design of the display format of the story. This means that each of their rooms, looking to tell a story to the visitor, on a more vivid way, that reality prehistoric of which today we see only the footprints.

The script and the stage
The general assembly of the museum, was designed based on a script, a story, as happens in the film. That is why, in its various rooms can be found, different scenes.

Each space, is a theatrical setting in which the lights and sounds, are strategically placed.

For their part, exhibited dinosaurs (among which we find more than 7 original skeletons ) appear in hunting pose, showing off their bodies and contoured jaws threatening, among other scenes.

In one of his rooms more attractive you can see yourself walking on the sea floor fossil ago million years.

In his tour, the museum opens its doors with the first traces of the presence of human, through the first living organisms of the sea floor (rooms below).

Another of the characters we find among their samples, is the only horned carnivorous dinosaur that was found so far.

Birds and fish from the Jurassic, fossil dinosaur eggs and plants of the vast forests that covered Antarctica 250 million years ago (yes, the Patagonia was a warm and humid then) are other attractions we can see.

Sedlec Ossuary Tourism and mystery

The tourism traditional offers you usually walks with beautiful mountains, blue lakes and lovely beaches. Today I approached a different, which is mounted, based on the vestiges of an era uprising in  Europe, a mysterious chapel.
Ossuary of Sedlec, what do you mean?
The Sedlec Ossuary (Czech Kostnice Sedlec ) is basically a chapel of the Catholic religion was artistically decorated with human bones. Inside, we find from crosses and family crests, to movables as lighting chandeliers. From there, hence its name.

This enclosure of religious practices, is built under the Church of All Saints Cemetery (in Czech Hrbitovní Všech kostel svatych ) in a suburb of the Czech Republic, Kutna Hora, more precisely in Sedlec.

Doing a bit of history
Thanks to a special gesture taken by Abbot Henry, the monastery of the Cistercian Order of Sedlec, the cemetery of the abbey who presided, was converted from the thirteenth century, a favorite spot throughout Europe Central to bury their dead.

The abbot, returning from a trip to the Holy Land, where he was sent by King Ottokar II of Bohemia in 1278, brought a small piece of land of Golgotha. With her, sprayed her graveyard.

The news of this pious act, was quickly spread, attracting to itself, all eyes and generating a large influx of burials to their plots.

In the mid- fourteenth century the Black Death, brought large numbers of deaths, which added to those produced by the Hussite Wars ( early fifteenth century ) filled the capacity of the cemetery, causing its expansion considerably.

In the year   1400, was built in the central area of this hallowed ground, a Gothic church. It was equipped with a dome on top and a chapel in the basement as an ossuary (bone conserve space).

In this way, they went there moved the mortuary remains of the great mass excavated along the building.

In subsequent years ( 1703 to 1710 ), the chapel was rebuilt with a new entry to be incorporated into the old building (at the mercy of the need to support the front wall that was leaning). The work of remodeling was done in style Baroque Czech by Jan Santini Aichel.

The art of bone turnover
In 1870, the family Schwarzenberg, wants to end the great mass of bones settled for so many years in Sedlec. To do this, hire woodcarver, František Rint, that through their artistic abilities the site tidy.


As I related to the beginning, the artist, took the bones and rearranged so as ornamental and functional within the small chapel.

We can find in their creations, crosses, the arms of the Schwarzenberg family itself (management of labor), big walls and even profuse decorations flanking the altar.

An extraordinary chandelier illuminates the center of the nave of the chapel and garlands of skulls link it to the sides. This magnificent piece, it is said, contains at least one of each bone that forms the human body.

In closing his work, the artist leaves his mark for all with his signature also made of bone, which could have been yours.

Monday, December 26, 2011

Tunisia Sun Beach and culture heritage Tourism

The new authority wants to give more prominence to cultural tourism.
Phoenicians, Romans, Jews and Arabs are some of the people who settled on its shores over the centuries.
Tunisia belonged to Spain during the reign of Charles V.

The democratic revolution that has lived Tunisia wants to change a lot, also their tourism. Its tourism administration has decided to give greater prominence to the cultural and historical tourism in the country and consolidated with the classic 'sun and beach'. The goal, according to the National Tourist Office of Tunisia (ONTT), is to make known his identity after the passage of numerous civilizations throughout history.

A new approach

Tunisia is the smallest country in North Africa, located between the Atlas and the Mediterranean Sea. Approximately 40% of the country is composed of the Sahara Desert, also has 1,300 km of coastline .

It is a cultural destination to discover for the majority of Europeans after the victory of the democratic process in Tunisia in the last elections of October 23 has been a shift in focus of the tourism industry of the country trying to get travelers to this region echo of the importance it has had in the past centuries. "The country is their latest news as a destination for sun and sand settled, but above all as a cultural destination yet to be discovered for the majority of European visitors, "says ONTT . Its strategic location in the Mediterranean and the many civilizations that have occupied (including the Spanish during the reign of Charles V) are configured as either a mestizo country .

A Mediterranean culture and meztiza

Culturally, the Tunisians are a fairly liberal nation . Throughout history there have been frequent exchanges with the rest of the Mediterranean peoples. Art has been very influenced by the cultural mix of the country.

Tunisia passed by the Phoenicians, Romans, Jews, Arabs, and even Spanish Phoenicians, Romans, Jews and Arabs are some of the people who settled in the north coast and in the south, in the desert. These people were added, later, Muslims in Spain and Ottoman Turks. He was also part of the Spanish crown during the reign of Charles V. Thus, in Tunisia find arts and heritage of different styles, from the contributions of the Carthaginians and Romans to the alpine houses with red tiles of Ain Draham, Islamic architecture of the Arab medinas and underground dwellings of the Berbers to the south.

Spanish will spend about 353 euros on Newyear

Well below the European average which stands at 444 euros.
The French spend more (572), the least the Germans (329)
In Spain, the most requested destination for Newyear 2012 is Lanzarote.

So we must adjust the budget in these times of severe crisis the Spanish Europeans will be spending less this Newyear 2014. Those traveling this holiday spend an average of 353 euros per person . This was well below the European average which stands at 444 euros . The French are leading the ranking, with an expenditure in excess of 572 euros.

German prudence
They are market research data from the online travel agency lastminute.com . Only Germany (329 euros) is more thrifty than Spain, and the handsome polo, France (572 euros) will be the biggest spender on travel holiday this year. Spanish and English opting more for accommodation only 3 stars Another significant indicator is that, while most European countries have opted for high-class hotels (4 stars), Spain and the UK have hired a lesser accommodation (3 stars). With respect to behavior in the reserves, Spain is in the head of the more farsighted , since reservations are made with 51 days notice, well above Germany (23 days) or France (28 days), countries that are more improvisational.

Four or five days of vacation
Most Europeans will spend an average of four days' stay in the Christmas break and New Year. In the case of Spain, it follows the trend of four days at the ranch year-end, but is extended to five days of Christmas . London and Barcelona star destinations by the end of the year Most of the countries studied opt for trips to European capitals. However, Germany and Spain agree to choose domestic destinations . In the Spanish case, the most requested vacation destination for Christmas is Lanzarote. The German travelers remain faithful to their capital, Berlin, both to enjoy Christmas to welcome 2012. Barcelona and London are the most sought after destinations by the end of the year, while Prague stands as the preferred destination for Christmas.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Natural area in winter magic

It's National Park since 1973 and a Biosphere Reserve since 1981.
In winter, mist and fog make it an enchanted and mysterious.
Among the most abundant birds are the great crested grebe, the grebe, coot, as well as the different species of heron.

Surprising to find in the middle province of Ciudad Real one of the most important aquatic ecosystems of the Iberian Peninsula. The Coldstream Tables are for the variety and quality of its fauna and flora. This wetland was declared a National Park in 1973, Biosphere Reserve in 1981 and included in the Ramsar Convention in 1982. With its declaration as a National Park was a major step in its conservation. This ensures the survival of the birds that use these areas as wintering area.

Tables river
Tables of Coldstream, in terms of Coldstream and Villarrubia de los Ojos , is the last representative of an ecosystem called fluvial tables, training that is caused by the overflowing of the rivers Guadiana and Gigüela, helped by the lack of slope in the ground . After more than a decade of drought, thousands of birds found again in this natural area a superb place to stay. Tables are born from overflowing rivers Guadiana and Gigüela In winter, the morning fog and mist envelop every corner of the Park National , which is presented as a haunted place. Walking bridges that cross the river or explore tables large islands from which to enjoy the enigmatic landscapes are some of the possibilities for visitors. Many of the visitors, despite the dense fog, they spend their way through Las Tablas de Daimiel to enter the knowledge of birds and the abundance of species and their proximity to the routes that are conducive to walking very close observation.

Countless birds
The National Park Las Tablas de Daimiel represents the ecosystems related to continental wetlands , where there are a variety of waterfowl. Aquatic plants are the basic substrate and the only tamarisk trees Among the most abundant are the loon grebe, the common grebe , coot or the black-necked grebe, herons as well as the great heron, egret, heron or great. With them, you can find all kinds of Iberian ducks , which can be observed depending the time when you visit the park. Among the flora, aquatic plants are the basic substrate Tables of Coldstream, and the only trees present are the tamarisk, a unique tree formations , which in this national park reach large dimensions , which makes them unique.

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Rediscover Mauritania Treasures

Tourism stopped coming to the country for fear of terrorism in the Sahel.
The ancient cities of Chinguetti, Ouadane, Tichit and Oualata are already World Heritage Site.
The entry visa will cost 152 euros for French tourists, mostly.

Until recently, tourists traveling from the cold north to Mauritania in search of desert landscapes and green oasis. But in recent years, because of terrorism in the Sahel and the consequent fear, things have changed. dunes of golden sand and green oasis at the foot of the mountains the tourist, preferably European, has opted for safer countries. Even the Paris-Dakar Rally, held left on the African continent for the same reasons. But we must return to Mauritania, a country with many desert landscapes of golden sand dunes, green oasis at the foot of the mountains and a rich cultural heritage.


World Heritage Cities
For one thing will be that the ancient cities of Chinguetti, Ouadane (north), Tichit (center) and Oualata (this) have been classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Site. 50,000 tourists arrived in 2010 to Mauritania The attractiveness of these is essential that cities are authorized for travelers , to adapt the quality of accommodation and improved public transport for tourists to visit easily. Another problem for tourism to be encouraged to visit Mauritania is home. The high cost of entry visa to the country: 152 euros for the French, most of the tourists.


More security, more tourism
Figures from the Office of National Tourism (ONT) point out that in 2010 50,000 tourists arrived in Mauritania on scheduled flights and land entry points of Nouadhibou (northern border), Diama and Rosso (border with Senegal). Officially, Tourism contributes 1.5% of Gross Domestic Product of Mauritania , but the ONT believes that the figure is far below the reality. To end the crisis in the ONT developed in 2010 a marketing plan that tries to promote tourism and expand into new countries such as Belgium, Germany, Italy, Spain and USA, besides Asians. Similarly, the government makes a sustained effort and steady to enhance security in all parts of the country, especially in places frequented by foreigners, whether tourists, investors or others.

90000 Hotels in New York for New Year

New York, 90,000 hotel places to welcome the new year

By the end of the year the city will have 7,000 new hotel rooms.
Only in Manhattan are building 22 new hotels.
New York in 2011 expected to exceed 48.8 million visitors in 2010.

New York is a classic to receive the new year. Spanish tourists increasingly travel to the Big Apple and can not seem to be a lack of accommodation for this year intending to eat twelve grapes in the capital of the world. New York will have a total of 90,000 hotel rooms to end of 2011.

this figure represents the record number of rooms in a year that expects to surpass the 48.8 million visitors in 2010 and raised more than the 31,000 million dollars (22.898 million of euros) made during that year. The occupation has reached 85% on average this year, the highest in the U.S.. According to the mayor, Michael Bloomberg, the hotels of the metropolis will increase by 7,000 rooms in the month and a half left to complete the year, when reach the figure of 90,000 seats, assuming that a rise of 24% in the last five years. About 40% of new hotel openings will be on the periphery of the city. Also, this year added 2,500 rooms to the inventory of new city, including a 30% outside of Manhattan , the most visited area of New York, where they are currently building 22 hotels that will provide 4120 rooms of the hotels' Big Apple.


New York Basic
If this is the year out (or receive the new) the nerve center of New York's Times Square. It is the crossroads where they spend millions of people, bright lights and dozens of ads every second. 's financial district. In the lower part of Manhattan. The building of the bag, ground zero, the representative council and skyscrapers. Statue of Liberty. Its altitude is 93 meters in the Island of Freedom. If you want to get to this place need to catch a ferry from Battery Park, south of Manhattan or from Liberty State Park in New Jersey. Another option that New Yorkers do to avoid paying is to take a ferry to get from Manhattan to Staten Island where you see another perspective on Liberty Island. La Quinta Avenida. It is the artery that splits in two the Big Apple. Here is where the most representative buildings of the city: the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral. Mile museums. Also on Fifth Avenue is the Met or the Guggenheim. The luxury. On Fifth Avenue also exhibits the most exclusive luxury: Tiffany, Cartier, Prada, Gucci, etc.. In this area, are also the most expensive hotels in the world.

Island of Greenland Tour

Ilulissat, the iceberg, are since 2004 a World Heritage Site.
Its glacier occurs every day twenty million tons of ice.
In Godhaun highlights its original volcanic beach full of icebergs.


Stepping Greenland and scan the horizon is a unique experience. Its natural beauty continues to impress. Travel to this remote place on earth, which still can be visited, is a unique journey (literally). And surprising: you can discover suddenly the crack of the dorsal fin of a whale, marvel at the downward spiral of a glacier over the sea and marvel at a spectacular iceberg entangled in shape and blue colors that are reflected in the sea. On the island of Greenland all depends on ice conditions and weather. So the word that comes from the mouth of the Inuit is immaqua that may or may mean.


A show guaranteed
Kangerlussuag is the gateway to Greenland usual. Some six hundred souls live on the edge of this former military airport. The place is a great lookout of the terrestrial fauna of the Arctic and, above all, the musk ox. Only a couple dozen of these woolly herbivores in the sixties came from Canada, but now graze and roam over the plain fifteen thousand postal Greenland are another.

Sermeq Kujalleq glacier is one of the busiest in the world and moves about 19 meters daily Ilulissat is it the place that will impress the visitor. The iceberg ( Ilulissat in Greenlandic) give name to this spectacular enclave in 2004 also earned the title of World Heritage Site by Unesco. Here the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, one of the busiest in the world, fired hundreds of icebergs at the mouth of the fjord as it moves about 19 meters daily. You can navigate between the blocks of ice with some of the smaller boats that depart port ("Jakobshaun") or the wealthy can enjoy a helicopter tour of some 3,000 Danish kroner. In all cases the performance is guaranteed, as the glacier each day produces twenty million tons of ice.


Basalt Mountain Disko Bay
In Disko Bay, located on the west coast, is concentrated 80% of the inhabitants of Greenland (57,000 h). Sisimuit is the first stop on the tour. With its 5350 inhabitants is the second largest city of Greenland because its port is ice free in winter. Almost all of them are engaged in fishing (factory installed here biggest fish of the island) and is very common to see themselves as logs and fishermen sell their catch to the highest bidder at the port "competing" with the reindeer or seal hunters who pursue the same goal with the meat and skins. Godhaun is the only city in the volcanic island of Disko. Emerge in beautiful surroundings in the foothills of the impressive Basalt Mountains. But perhaps most striking is the original volcanic beach on the shore full of icebergs of all sizes to reach the sea, forming a unique landscape. will have to travel only a few miles to reach Uummaannaq, a city located 590 kilometers north the Arctic Circle in a unique setting dominated by a steep mountain of 1,170 meters with heart-shaped.

Visit Irati Landscape Before Autumn

It is the second largest beech and spruce and best preserved in Europe.
17,000 hectares are in a state that remains almost untouched.
Irati are two areas of nature reserves, of Mendilatz and Tristuibartea, and another is integral reserve the Lizardoia.

The Irati in Navarra is one of those magical and unique forests which enjoys the Iberian Peninsula. Autumn is about to come, so we should take because the variety of colors of the landscape reaches its peak in the autumn when warm browns, yellows, intense or intoxicating red dye the tops of the trees. A unique forest of beech, grasslands, fir and streams This is the second largest beech and spruce and best preserved of Europe after the Black Forest of Germany. A huge green spot about 17,000 hectares which is kept in an almost virgin.

The Irati Forest is located in the eastern Pyrenees of Navarre , in a basin surrounded by mountains (Ori, Abodi...), at the top of the Pyrenean valleys Aezkoa and Salazar. Dense beech forests, grasslands, fir and cool waters make this unique forest, a brightly colored landscape that changes with each new season. This forest is a natural treasure of great ecological value living in different forms of protection as nature reserves Mendilatz and Tristuibartea and comprehensive book Lizardoia.


An almost virgin forest
The Irati Forest offers a multitude of sensations: the meeting alone with nature, wild rumors of water between beech and spruce, the coolness of the river or reservoir Irati Irabia the elusive sound of animals and fallen leaves autumn, the smell of forest fruits and soft blanket of grass that covers this jewel of the Pyrenees. 14 new interpretive lookouts offer the best views is Rich and varied flora. Today, beech and fir live with lime, hazel, elm, willow, maple, boxwood, juniper, ferns, lichens, mosses, and solitary oaks patxaran remember that the tree was originally majority. The dense forests or the bright upland pastures provide shelter and habitat for valuable wildlife populations. Birds such as wrens, finches, robins, white-backed woodpecker or black, aquatic species such as trout and others such as foxes, wild boars, martens and deer. To enjoy all there is 14 new viewpoints interpretations that have been located in strategic locations and offering the best views.

Amazon Natural Wonders of the World

That the Amazon is the largest river basin in the world, I know. The Amazon is the longest river, flowing, deep and wide on the planet, too. And landscapes, biodiversity and the people who inhabit it are unique. But now is a bit more formal, having been declared by the New 7 Wonders Foundation as one of the seven new Wonders of the World (Taj Mahal). The initiative was launched by Peru four years ago. This country shares the Amazon to Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname and Venezuela , and has consistently been awarded by popular vote among 477 locations around the world. The other new wonders are the Ha-Long Bay (Vietnam), Iguazu Falls (Argentina-Brazil), Jeju Island (South Korea), the island of Komodo (Indonesia), Puerto Princesa Underground River ( Philippines) and Table Mountain (South Africa). Although the contest has been criticized by institutions such as Unesco, which has its own list of World Heritage sites, as they believe that "it is a simple and pure promotion action, completely irrelevant, since the choice does not follow any standard scientific and parameters only tourist guide ", the Peruvian authorities have been distinguished with joy because, although promoted mass tourism will also serve to increase security measures for achieving sustainable tourism and noninvasive. The Director of Tourism Promotion Promperú state, Maria del Carmen Reparaz, has said that now "we make ourselves known as an Amazonian country, an area which by its geographical greatness is going to make ourselves known to the world." currently Peru is recognized internationally as a destination almost exclusively Andean in which the jewel of Machu Picchu dominates everything. Reparaz pointed out that the Amazon River rises in the Andes of southern Peru and that "60% of Peru's Amazon. In Peru not identified as Amazonian country, but now, after this election, has been a very strong investment ". Just days before this appointment, Iberia in the Peruvian capital named one of its Airbus A-340/600 that make Madrid-Lima regular route with the name "Amazon". The Spanish flag carrier flies to Peru without interruption since 1963. The "Amazon" is, along with the "Galapagos Islands" and the "Mexico City", one of only three aircraft from the entire fleet of Iberia with non-Spanish names of places.

Good food in the Network of Cities

At a time when all the wit is little to revive the tourism products, either through individual initiatives, sightseeing excursions, pooled groups, the Network of Cities and medieval villages , comprising twelve municipalities in the Iberian Peninsula, ranging from Gupúzcoa Portuguese Alentejo, just introduced in Madrid tourist attractions of this alliance clumped around the medieval legacy . More than 200 tourism professionals and culture gathered at the Mercure Hotel Santo Domingo in Madrid to learn first-hand tourism in each of the twelve districts. With the presence of the heads of Almazan, Consuegra, Coria, Estella-Lizarra, Hondarribia, Laguardia, Olivenza, Pedraza, Sigüenza, Sos del Rey Catholic, and Vila Viçosa Marvão , Aitor Kerejeta, Mayor of Hondarribia and President of the Network Medieval Towns and Cities, said "curiosity awakened by the project to a public that barely knew, but that has received as a tourist than that from now on will be very present." During the event, which was enlivened by the theater group Vellum, announced the celebration of the IV International Competition Medieval snacks and tapas, to be held in the Portuguese village of Marvão the next few days in May and November 6 . The Deputy Mayor and Councillor for Tourism in this town slated to become a World Heritage Site, Jose Manuel Pires, said his city "has the honor of receiving in its medieval castle eleven chefs came from all over the peninsula." Santos Garcia Cooks Green, the restaurant La Granja de Alcuneza of Siguenza, and Jose Miguel Artola Moreda, Bar Gran Sol de Hondarribia, the audience showed their culinary skills with creations like the "beef tenderloin on a bed of vegetables with suquet mushrooms and foie "or" mushroom stew with leek cream, creamed cabbage, quail egg and muffin spinach air "updating a medieval recipe. During the presentation, provided Consuegra Indigo white wine (Macabeo), DO La Mancha in the Wine Cellar Tomelloso, Estella took the pink Lizarra Great Feud About Elias, DO Navarra, Bodegas Chivite, and Laguardia, La Rioja Alava, the classic Red Crianza Bodegas Campillo the. Font Vella mineral water was offered by the town of Sigüenza.

Chile from a cafe with legs

Today I went back to tread the streets "than it was Santiago" and I could not get close to the Palacio de la Moneda in this bright spring afternoon in the southern advance. Fences do not stop and yet the quiet is wonderful. What happens is that a few yards away, the University is taken by the Chileans angry young men demanding better and cheaper education. A huge banner, which practically covers the nineteenth century facade of the Central House of the University, says: "The struggle is for the entire society. All for free education. " Within the "Penguins" do not cease their advocacy activities. The chairs and tables upside down, indicating that the building is in struggle. " "Penguins" here is what they call high school students for their black and white uniforms , but they are far from being some boobies. Since 2006 have been facing the Organic Law of Education (LOCE), in force since March 10, 1990, just a day before the transfer of the government of dictator first elected president of this democracy, Patricio Aylwin. And little by little have managed to join them university students, teachers, parents, union members and officials to be supported by about 80% of the population, and starring in the biggest demonstrations in Chile since the return of democracy in 1990. A little further I go into what is here called " coffee with legs ", ie a café where waitresses in miniskirts esbeltísimas serve the tea, and read in" El Mercurio "that the general economic situation in Chile is good their euros 9,800 per capita income puts it at the top of the Latin American countries, what we call a real "success" that does not match the image given by the manifestations, or with the idea of Chile as a model country for its neighbors. Something does not match and as the popularity ratings of the current president, Sebastián Piñera, has fallen to 26%, the lowest level of any ruler of Chile's democratic period. Trouble coffee, look at a pair of legs walk past my desk and I hear from afar the cry of "penguins".

Rural tourism in Italy

Italy is a country of great natural and historical richness, with outstanding scenery, which invites the rural tourism. To enjoy rural tourism in Italy , you must go to the valley of the Po , which is crossed by the river of the same name that is ideal for those wishing to venture into the rapids by raft or kayak.The bases of the Alpine mountains are known for their stunning natural beauty. Thus, the lakes Maggiore, Como, Iseo and Garda are perfect camping sites.The region of Tuscany in central Italy, offers a number of villages and green hills, ideal for rural tourism involved, and can visit the famous spas of Terme Monecatini those of Saturnia or those of Bagni di Lucca .

Pisa
The province of Pisa, in west-central Tuscany , consists of coast , vast plains and gentle relief , as is the case of the Metalliferous Hills in the south. The coastline consists of wide beaches surrounded by high dunes and fresh pine forests, which are locked famous resorts such as Marina di Pisa and Tirrenia. Another stunning landscape is created by geysers of Larderello.Among the various protected areas, stands the Natural Park Migliarino San Rossore-Massacciucoli , located near the coast and is characterized by the presence of forests, wetlands and lush Mediterranean vegetation. The Berignone forest and the Monterufoli addition to the hot springs Casciana, San Giuliano and Uliveto are other scenarios that are worth visiting.


Sicily
Sicily is the largest island in Italy , and is equipped with a formidable nature, consisting of mountains, hills and the Mediterranean , which has as intense as unique landscapes.Nor can we forget volcanoes, especially the Etna , the largest active volcano in Europe , with its incredible eruptions has created unique landscapes in the world, among which are the Valle del Bove , the Ice Grotto and Alcantara Gorges .

Lago di Como
The Lake Como offers one of the most impressive tourist routes for those who like rural tourism , landscaping and outdoor walks. Very close to Milan , located in the region of Lombardy , the lake attracts thousands of tourists every summer.In its 146 square kilometers in area, is just a small island called Isla Comancina , where ancient Roman remains have been found of great archaeological value.

Orcia Valley
The Orcia Valley , located in the province of Siena , in Tuscany , a land rich in flavors and colors, well chosen by tourists. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Orcia Valley is a town rich in medieval and Renaissance architecture.One of the most visited sites is the Castiglione d'Orcia , on the border between the Orcia Valley and the woods of Monte Amiata , which retains its original fortified citadel.

Maremma Natural Park
The Maremma Natural Park , in the province of Grosseto , offers visitors the varied environments. It has a wide stretch of coast between Marina di Alberese and dell'Uccellina Monti , where you can swim, and the area of the gorges of Ombrone , rich in flora and fauna. There are many footpaths to explore and appreciate the species that inhabit the park.

Cortona
Cortona is one of the most ancient Etruscan settlements of Tuscany worth visiting. From its panoramic position, you can admire spectacular views across the Val di Chiana , the Valdrocia the Trasimeno and Mount Amiata and ketone . Truly a must.

San Gimignano
San Gimignano, very close to Siena, is a modern town that is not only popular for its monuments but also for its beauty and rural tourism. Due to its beautiful countryside , San Gimignano is a perfect destination for a holiday in a beautiful house field, enjoying the tranquility and the natural environment.

Saudi Arabian Airlines

In Saudi Arabia we are as the carrier of national character to Saudi Arabian Airlines, Which has taken great relevance in the lives of its citizens as it quickly from its origins in the distant 1945 became a popular alternative, of course, initially due to not having more direct competition. It currently has a fleet of 137aircraft, Having 65 in order to future , which are responsible for making travel to 76 destinations around the world, reaching other continents asAfrica , Europe and North America .

Saudi Arabian Airlines takes as its main airport at Jeddah International Abdulazizz King, to which we must add other than King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and Riyadh King Khalid secondary alternatives.As a fact in relation to extra air carrier, its case is somewhat peculiar, since along this e Iran Air are the only airlines worldwide have airplanes of type Boeing 747-100B. Much more interesting is to remember that the late70's and beginning of the next decade was the official sponsor of the Williams Formula 1 team.

Best Hotels in Amsterdam

Amsterdam  has become for some time ago in one of the most charming in the tourism ofEurope , being a city that in addition to liberal also comes to possess great historical sites, tourist and commercial. This combination of features that can also help find hotels  class fabulous world of which we will review just a few.


Among the best hotels in Amsterdam are to:
• Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel
Sofitel Legend • The Grand
• Mauro Mansion
• Seven Bridges Hotel
• Fusion Suites
• The Toren
• Hotel Fita
• Hotel Seven one Seven
• Banks Mansion
• Hotel Estherea
• Sofitel The Grand Amsterdam
• Ambassade Hotel
• Hotel Keizershof
• Boutique Hotel View
• citizenM Amsterdam City
• Crowne Plaza City Centre

Monday, November 21, 2011

Great fiasco of Niagara Falls

In the U.S., Niagara Falls are involved in an unjustified aura of exceptionality.I do not know if you share my opinion, but when I see a piece of nature in a marquetinero drowned , I'm a little off. Also, after having been there twice, I can say with all the letters not worth sight of Niagara Falls.

I do not know if by any chance have talked about the tourist sites that have a oversized fame , but this would be one of them.

Personally I believe that Niagara Falls has only one value, its location, a step of two major markets that consume mainly tourism products themselves . If we add an American tendency to navel-gazing as if it were the prettiest in the world, we have a " travel destination "first level. False.

" The Niagara Falls are one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. "says the official tourist information the United States, to further clarify that" are in the midst of a city . " A city that were grown or planned specifically to enclose nature in a theme park atmosphere.

With 50 meters high, are not anywhere near the world's largest (Salto Angel, 980metros, Victoria Falls, 108 meters, Iguazu Falls, 82 meters). Nor among the most extensive, with less than half as long as the Iguaçu, for example.

Niagara wins in volume of water measured in cubic feet per second (about 85,000) but far from the Inga Falls on the River Congo (910 000) . Of course, the latter are far from American textbooks continue to present their jumps as the mightiest in the world.

Falls continue to be the classic of American and Canadian lovebirds in their honeymoon trip on a budget. Continue to amaze with its bright fireworks and the style Las Vegas ( watch the video, why not for a moment thought it was Disney World or the strip of Nevada? ). The fate of hundreds of coaches get away from large cities in the area. But if you travel from Europe or the rest of America, do not think I deserve a detour from your trip so that you know.

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Las Vegas City

It is impossible not to think of a Hollywood movie about a so excessive and stunning scenery as this city of concrete, which is also the lights and play, an oasis of indulgence in the middle of nowhere to get lost at least once in a lifetime. Elvis Presley sounds while the aerial camera flying over The Strip, the famous avenue that begins and ends in the desert. It's night and the lights down Despuntan a replica of the Eiffel tower, a black pyramid, flanked by a huge sphinx, flows a stream of blue light in front of the skyline of Manhattan fascia, a roller coaster of over two hundred feet seems tiny toy, an artificial volcano vomits fire with a brand gold, and a choreography of fountains dancers welcome visitors to the Bellagio hotel-casino built in the image of a villa on Lake Como . Las Vegas is as depicted in the movies. In fact, this image of Ocean's Eleven Steven Soderbergh shot by an airplane can be seen in vivo and in hiring one of the direct air tours that several companies offer at night. It is impossible not to think of a Hollywood movie about a so excessive and stunning scenery. The Bellagio summarizes all the glitz and eccentricity of the city. It was built in the late 90 and the interior is almost as extravagant as its famous fountains. Gold, glass, carpet lining scrolls and more than 35,000 square feet of rooms that will happen with the sound of clinking coins, the roar of the slots and the Litany of the dealers in the background. And the Bellagio is the best proof that not everything in Las Vegas is a game , since it has an art gallery where you can find works of Monet and Chagall , and hosts one of the most fascinating shows Cirque du Sun, Or , a kind of moving box full of surreal stunts. Las Vegas offers more than 50 shows each day. Most are musical performances with big stars that evoke the golden age of the city, when Elvis Presley, Tom Jones and Frank Sinatra filled the halls of what was then called Sin City (Sin City). Today, the city is a more familiar destination with many attractions for children such as girls show or chapels for marriage. The memory of those years when the city was the paradise of the mafia can be traced to The Mob Museum, which opened its doors in early 2012 in a former courthouse. What the mob in Las Vegas is another story. GUIDE How to get British Airways , Air France , Iberia and Delta Air Lines flying from Spain to Las Vegas with a stop in Paris, London and various U.S. airports, from 600 €. Some travel agencies offer specialized American West, including, of course, stay at least two days in Las Vegas. Orix offers tours two to three weeks for the parks and the great cities of the West for about 1500-2000 €. Club Marco Polo others for about 10 days 1,300 and Nuba a trip to San Francisco to Las Vegas for a week in five-star hotels around 5,000 €. When to go is advisable to avoid the summer and winter. Believe it or not, Las Vegas is pure desert and extreme temperatures. Getting around The car is the best option to move around the city, although it is essential to a stroll along The Strip and a scenic flight by plane or helicopter companies that offer as Papillon and Maverick Helicopters . Where to stay The hotel-casinos are the biggest attraction in Las Vegas, and can (and should) visit, whether or not the host. To commemorate the adventures of the gang of robbers Ocean's Eleven, the ideal hotel to stay at the Bellagio , Italian inspired. Equally luxurious are the Mirage , with the volcano on the outside, and MGM , with the giant MGM lion at the entrance. The Wynn is the best in town, inside, designer Manolo Blahnik and Oscar de La Renta, golf course and show La Rêve, an aquatic activity for which they built a huge theater-pool . More classics are the Caesar Palace , the Venetian and of course, the Flamingo , the first major hotel built in Las Vegas. Where to Eat All casino hotels have a wide range of cuisine, from Italian to Tex-Mex and steakhouses through BBQs, but there are also exquisite haute cuisine restaurants, such as Picasso , Bellagio Hotel, the Spanish chef Julian Serrano at the stove, the Frenchman Joël Robuchon, the MGM , or Wing Lei Chinese, the Wynn Hotel , the three recognized Michelin star. ... Do not forget to try their luck at roulette or blackjack in one of the exciting casinos. Climb to the Stratosphere Tower, 275 meters, offering an extraordinary view of the desert. Enjoy a theatrical or musical-as well as Cirque du Soleil, are very famous Mamma Mia at the Mandalay and Les Folies Bergère, the show's oldest city, the hotel Tropicana -. Have a drink at Studio 54 in MGM, a replica of the original New Yorker, or the new hotel-casino Cosmopolitan , which is in vogue. Visit one of the many museums, such as the Mafia . And fly to the Grand Canyon. It is less than 500 kilometers, and many companies offer air tours that can be done in one day.

Wonderful Destinations

There were many applicants, but the final decision would have it, the Amazon, Iguazu Falls, Halong Bay, Komodo, the island of Jeju, Table Mountain and the underground river in Puerto Princesa have been chosen as the new Seven Natural Wonders the World. There have been thousands of people around the world via the Internet which, telephone and text messages have participated in the initiative launched by the New Seven Wonders Foundation to choose the new Natural Wonders. Two in South America, the Amazon and Iguazu Falls, and five other spectacular places in Asia and Africa: Halong Bay (Vietnam), Komodo (Indonesia), Jeju Island (South Korea), Table Mountain ( South Africa) and the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River (Philippines). The Amazon is a vast region of South America that includes the tropical rainforest of the Amazon River basin, the largest rainforest in the world and one of the most diverse ecoregions the planet. It covers eight countries: Brazil and Peru, with the largest, as well as Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Guyana, Venezuela, Suriname and French Guiana. Iguazu Falls between Argentina and Brazil Spread, plus near the border between Paraguay and Argentina These spectacular falls are formed by 275 jumps up to 80 meters in height that are fed by the flow of the Iguazu River. Under his jumps can take boat rides and the surrounding walking trails appreciating semitropical jungle animals. A show jumping apart is its higher throughput, as well as higher: the Devil's throat, which can be enjoyed in all its majesty walking the paths that leave from Puerto Canoas, which is reached using the ecological train service. To enjoy all its fullness in this area, the Hotel Das Cataratas , the only hotel located inside the Iguazu National Park and just two minutes walk from the falls, offers guests the privilege of exclusive access to them every morning before the public opening of the park or after closure. Komodo dragons are the small island of volcanic origin in Indonesia which have become world famous. It belongs to the Pacific Ring of Fire and its peak is Mount Satalibo. Jeju Island Mount Halla, an extinct volcano of 1,950 m, dominates this volcanic island in the Straits of Korea. They formed hundreds of millions of years as a result of volcanic eruptions and consists mainly of basalt and lava. Table Mountain cable car or a promotion tour requires a climb to the flat-topped mountain three miles from side to side overlooking Cape Town, South Africa. Surrounded by steep cliffs, is flanked by Devil's Peak to the east and the west Lion's Head and Signal Hill are with the natural amphitheater of the City Bowl. An interesting proposal is the exclusive hotel that offers the Mount Nelson , owned by Orient-Express, which offers its customers a family program that includes transfers and four tickets to see Table Mountain. Halong Bay North of Vietnam, near the border with China this stretch of water located approximately 1,500 km ² in the presence of protruding elements and karst islands of various sizes and shapes. The bay was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994 and expanded the declaration in 2000. National Park Puerto Princesa Subterranean River who is one of the most important forests of Asia is on the island of Palawan Philippines and a fantastic mix of limestone karst landscape with an underground river that flows into the sea. It houses eleven different ecosystems and a variety of threatened endemic animals.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Seven 7 Natural Wonders

The Dead Sea, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, Mount Kilimanjaro, the Galapagos Islands ... It is just a month to see which have been chosen among the 28 finalists.

In the wake of the seven wonders of ancient world-the Great Pyramid of Giza , the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus at Olympia, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes and the Lighthouse of Alexandria Greeks believed that the famous monuments of human genius creation and worth visiting, and there remains only the first, got inspired by these, the Seven Wonders of the World : the pyramid of Chichen Itza , the Colosseum Rome, the Christ Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, the Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu , Petra and the Taj Mahal . 

The idea, which had the backing of Unesco, was the brainchild of the private company New Open World Corporation and, as they send the new times, the choice was made by popular vote. The initiative proved so successful that they decided to repeat. And these are now because the time has come to know the result of new competition, which will be chosen the new Seven Wonders of Nature . It will be a very significant date: 11 11, 2011. The vote is still open and it is to find new or unknown destinations spectacular locations, this is the list of 28 candidates:

1. Amazon (Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia and others)
2. Angel Falls (Venezuela)
3. Bay of Fundy (Canada)
4. Black Forest (Germany)
5. Bu Tinah Islands (UAE)
6. Cliffs of Moher (Ireland)
7. The Dead Sea (Israel, Jordan, Palestine)
8. El Yunque (Puerto Rico)
9. Galapagos Islands (Ecuador)
10. The Grand Canyon (USA)
11. Great Barrier Reef (Australia, Papua New Guinea)
12. Ha-Long Bay (Vietnam)
13. Iguazu Falls (Argentina, Brazil)
14. Jeita Grotto (Lebanon)
15. Jeju Island (South Korea)
16. Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)
17. Komodo Island (Indonesia)
18. Maldives
19. District Masurian lakes (Poland)
20. Monte Cervino (Italy, Switzerland)
21. Milford Sound (New Zealand)
22. Mud volcanoes (Azerbaijan)
23. Puerto Princesa (Philippines)
24. Sundarbans Delta (Bangladesh, India)
25. Table Mountain (South Africa)
26. Uluru (Australia)
 27. Mount Vesuvius (Italy)
 28. Yu Shan Park (Taiwan) 

Red Autumn in Kyoto

For Buddhist temples, many of them World Heritage Site, and Shinto shrines, for its tea houses where geisha and maiko are welcome to customers or the color of their gardens, for its traditional atmosphere or kaiseki cuisine, Kyoto is a city full of attractions. This image is a summary of what has in store for you this Japanese city. Were the readers of prestigious travel magazine Condé Nast those who have chosen Kyoto as the best Asian city over Bangkok, Hong Kong and even Tokyo. A survey on which much seems to have been about putting the effort to preserve, in the XXI century, the richness of their culture and traditional cityscape. In autumn when the leaves change color and urban nature is stained a striking red offers one of their best sides. Check out this gallery of images and feel the quintessence of Japanese beauty.

Gastronomic Event in France

With pleasure From 18 to November 20 have a gastronomic event in this region of France, where you can enjoy the benefits of the 'slow food' versus the 'fast food'.

It's a good reason to escape to the Loire Valley in the heart of France, for the weekend of 18 to 20 November in the city of Tours is celebrated Eurogusto , the Europe-wide meeting that the association organizes a biennial Slow Food gastronomic. Under the theme of Taste, Cultures Biodiversity and Food, representatives of the movement all over Europe will meet this year's Tour Exhibition to celebrate and enjoy the benefits of slow food . Boasting the art of living characterizes the region declared a World Heritage Site, which for a few days will become the gastronomic capital of Europe is planning various events such as wine tasting, taste workshops and discussions on food and agriculture, where local produce is a key . So if you go through Eurogusto can discover and admire the delicacies that have made ​​the Loire Valley Gourmet a reference: the goat cheese, saffron, winter vegetables ... not forgetting, of course, traditional recipes, paired with Loire wines, which will have a special place reserved for them. Even children can enjoy the pleasures it offers good food in a playground dedicated to showing them, so playful, fruit and vegetables unfamiliar to the children. Slow Food is a movement born in Italy in 1986 courage to defend and preserve the pleasures of food . This eco-gastronomic association passes a quality food and agriculture, responsible to the environment and fair. Thus, its members advocate a hedonistic vision and responsible for feeding, promoting traditional cuisine, compared to the rise of fast food, which severely impairs feeding habits.

Monday, October 24, 2011

Cristina Fernández in Argentina

Cristina Fernández achieved an unprecedented triumph of democracy in Argentina

Fernandez's victory prevented the second round and opened the door to the absolute majority of officers in the Argentine Congress.
It's the biggest endorsement of a candidate since democracy returned to Argentina in 1983, with about 55% of the vote.
The Socialist Hermes Binner, the second most votes, 15% achieved.
76% of the nearly 29 million Argentines go to the polls voted on this journey.

The president of Argentina, the Peronist Cristina Fernandez , has achieved this Sunday reelection in the general elections held in the South American country.
Counted for 15.5 percent of votes, the candidate gets the win with 53% of the votes , while the Socialist Hermes Binner, the Broad Progressive Front, placed second, with 16.98 percent of the vote.

However, a survey of exit polls commissioned by the Government awarded to Cristina's triumph with 57% of the vote.

Over 76% of the nearly 29 million Argentines have voted enabled, according to the House Elections.

It is expected that the gap between Fernandez and the opposition is greater as counting progresses

At the current rate, higher than the polls predicted before the election, Fernandez would be supported with the highest percentage achieved by a president since the return of democracy in 1983.

In addition to president and vice president, Argentina also voted Sunday to 130 national deputies for half of the lower house and 24 senators to replace one third of the body, and renews the government of nine provinces.

The policies of the triumph

Fernandez has prevailed throughout the country except in the small province of San Luis, cradle of presidential candidate Alberto Rodriguez Saa, and has broken records in history 's most impoverished areas. Their candidates have been placed in eight of the nine provinces were chosen Governor won the ruling.

The calls for moderation and unity that marked the last year in office, since the former President Nestor Kirchner widowed, have, according to local analysts, crucial to overcome the wear that had accumulated in the first stage of management that opened in 2007.

In addition, Fernandez has maintained the policy of human rights initiated by her husband, with the trials of the repressive military dictatorship (1976-1983), has significantly improved pension and minimum wage and has deepened populist strategies of subsidies , such as assigning universal child.

Policies that, together, have provided new support for part of the middle class urban and demonstrates its success unprecedented in the city of Buenos Aires, ruled by the conservative Mauricio Macri.

Thousands of people took to the streets of Buenos Aires after the close of the polls to participate in a festival in the Plaza de Mayo and celebrate the victory of their candidate, who began the day with a moving evocation of the figure of Nestor Kirchner , to cast their vote in the Patagonian city of Rio Gallegos, where he has fixed his family residence.

"Cristinazo"

The elections were also present in social networks like Twitter, where "Cristinazo" and "Binnerazo" are among the most frequently mentioned issues, referring to the overwhelming victory that would have gotten the president of Argentina, the Peronist Cristina Fernandez and second place obtained by the Socialist Hermes Binner, according to early polls. Supporters of one and another fight in the "tweets" to see who gets higher in the trend topics.

In the province of Buenos Aires, the current governor, Daniel Scioli, literally swept with a lead of more than 40 points, the dissident Peronist Francisco de Narvaez, a Colombian-born businessman who was willing to immediately recognize his defeat.

Also expected was the second place he achieved Hermes Binner , which passes the central government of the province of Santa Fe to become Argentina's opposition leader as head of a broad front that aims to pay tribute to the eponymous Uruguayan force.

A surprise, but unpleasant, was the Radical candidate, Ricardo Alfonsín , who just won the 13.21 percent of votes and lost the second position it had achieved in the primary election in August.

One of the surprises of the day was the apology of former President Fernando de la Rua

The defeat of Alfonsin, who based his campaign on trying to emulate the image of his father, the late Raul Alfonsin, the first democratic president after the dictatorship, will likely lead to the Radical Civic Union to review their mistakes and rethink their political strategy.

The dissident Peronist governor of San Luis, Alberto Rodriguez Saa, took the 7.33 per cent.

The other surprise of the day came from the hand of the leftist Jorge Altamira, a Trotskyite who had been a "miracle" in the August primary to get the votes needed to stay in the fight today presidential candidate beat known and Elisa Carrio, Civic Coalition, the big loser of the day.

Carrie said just 1.66 percent of the vote, far from giving up, said parliamentary leader of your small group.

Eduardo Duhalde , former President, former governor of Buenos Aires and leader of the Peronist forgotten, was the other big loser of the day, with the worst performance in his political career. Duhalde, who led the country between 2002 and 2003 and designated successor to Kirchner, has garnered only 5.6 percent of votes, he will not give up politics.

In addition, one of the surprises of the day was the request for an apology from the former president Fernando de la Rua , who resigned in 2001 amid the worst crisis in the country's history. "There are about ten years since I quit the government if anything bother anyone, if I made a mistake I apologize to the people," said the president going to vote in Argentina's capital.

National unity and tribute to Nestor Kirchner

I want to call all national unity, not to distract us from useless confrontations, "the president said in his first appearance after the official confirmation of his overwhelming victory in general elections, with more than 53 percent of the vote and about 36 points ahead of the second candidate.

The president, meanwhile, returned Sunday to mourn at the memory of her husband and predecessor, the late former President Nestor Kirchner. "It's the great founder of the victory tonight" and "without the things that he dared would have been impossible to get here," said Fernandez.

The president appeared to rigorous mourning before hundreds of supporters gathered at a hotel in Buenos Aires and melted in an embrace with her children, Florence and Max, and even his girlfriend, Agustina.

A "he" as emphatically refers to President Kirchner since his death, "it was the hand in fighting for the dreams and lost his life. I want to be an example for all young people and to all men and women in politics, "he said.

"When I think of him, in 2003 and 22 percent of votes, my God, all he could do, and now I see these numbers, which are impressive and deeply appreciate. They thought that if the numbers two years ago, We have tried crazy, "he admitted.

"I have the honor of being the first woman in the country re-elected. what more I can love. I just want to contribute with the highest responsibility to follow Argentina's bigger, "he said, visibly moved.

Another surprise of the day was the request for an apology from the former president Fernando de la Rua , who resigned in 2001 amid the worst crisis in history.

Libya's new government sharia law

Libya's new government is formed in a month and will be governed by sharia

"Any law that contradicts the principles of Islam is void," the chairman of the Libyan National Transition Council.
"Consultations have begun to form an interim government," said the prime minister of CNT.
The CNT proclaimed a celebration in Benghazi the "total liberation of Libya".

The chairman of the Libyan National Transitional Council (CNT), Mustafa Abdulyalil announced Sunday that the ' sharia '(Islamic law) is "the source of law. "


In a speech proclaiming the liberation of the country, delivered on Sunday in Benghazi, Abdulyalil also stressed that "the revolution began peacefully but then had to deal with violence. "

Abdulyalil was referring to the crackdown on the rebels by the regime of Colonel Muammar Gaddafi , who died last Thursday in his hometown of Sirte in a confused action when it was captured by forces of the CNT.

CNT president gave thanks to God before taking the floor and declared that "as a Muslim nation, we have Sharia as a source of law and any law that contradicts the principles of Islam is void for all purposes. "

Abdulyalil also expressed his gratitude to the Arab League, the UN and the EU for supporting the uprising, which began in mid-February in this city in eastern Libya.

Governed by Sharia

Sharia or Islamic law is a code of conduct issued by different religious authorities and has been adopted into law in some Muslim countries like Saudi Arabia. But how to implement this law is different in each state. Sharia misbehavior categorized as women's disobedience to the father or husband, being homosexual or drinking alcohol.

Abdulyalil himself cited as examples the divorce , which during the Gaddafi regime was authorized, and the prohibition of polygamy. Both standards and will void the entry into force of Islamic law in the country.

The Libyan government will be formed in a month

On the other hand, the prime minister of the National Transitional Council (CNT), Mahmoud Jibril, also said already begun consultations to form a new transitional government in Libya, whose composition will be announced within one month.

The new cabinet will hold the next general election Speaking to journalists during the Arab Economic Forum held in Jordan, Yibirl not say if they remove the first line of the policy as announced or whether to accept part of the new authority.

"Consultations have begun for the formation of an interim government, which must be declared in a month," Jibril said on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum meetings, which concluded Sunday at the eastern shore of the Dead Sea.

The manager explained that the new cabinet will forward the challenge of organizing the next general election , of a constituent assembly that will and that will be the first to be held in Libya after 42 years of dictatorship.

In this regard, a committee out of that meeting will be in charge of drafting the new constitution of Libya, text which is then submitted to a referendum, he said.

Jibril expressed his confidence that the CNT, which was born as the political body of the rebels against the dictatorial regime of Muammar Gaddafi ousted and currently holds the power to dissolve after all this democratic process, estimated to last at least nine months.

The Libyan official said that after the statement on Sunday of the liberation of the country, the NLC will give "priority" to restore security and discipline and the collection of weapons to the Libyans, who were handed over to participate in the conflict.

Who killed Gaddafi?

Regarding the controversy sparked on the condition that killed the tyrant, the manager insisted that the official was killed during a shootout after his arrest and while being transferred from the Libyan city of Sirte to Misrata.

"However, it is not clear so far whether the shot that killed Qaddafi came from his Republican Guard or the revolutionary ", said the interim prime minister.

Moderate Islam sweeps elections in Tunisia

The moderate Islamist party wins elections Ennahda.
Surprisingly large share of the 'festival of democracy' in Tunisia.
Theirs were the first elections of the 'Arab Spring' 

The moderate Islamist party Ennahda Movement won the Constituent Assembly elections held on Sunday in Tunis , according to early unofficial figures provided by the parties consulted.

While Superior Independent Elections (Isie) reported that final results will be announced and officials on Tuesday , the main contesting parties have obtained information with data from their auditors in the various constituencies.

We continue with the idea of creating a national unity government Ennahda According to sources, "the votes far exceeded that predicted by the polls, so that instead of 20% predicted, would have reached more than 40% favorable vote in a first count, a percentage that can be increased as they progress counts "and pointed out that in some polling stations exceeded 50%.

"However, we continue with the idea of creating a government of national unity ", the sources added.

For its part, Abdelhamid Eslassi, director of the election campaign of An Nahda, announced at a press conference that his training was "more than 50% of the votes of Tunisians living abroad", giving them 10 of the 18 seats allocated to them on the Assembly.

The general secretary of the centrist Democratic Progressive Party (PDP), Maya Zribi, acknowledged that voters had opted to vote for the Islamists. "We bow to the decision of the people. With the data we find a trend in the vote for Islamist lists, and limited our results," he said.

Progressive and modern country

Explicitly admitting the electoral defeat of PDP, Zribi added that his party "will continue working for a progressive and modern country , but remains to be seen how to counter the strong influence gained by the Islamists, on the basis that they respect the results of the election. "

The whole progressive family can not muster a majority Ridha Ben Fadel, head of the coalition campaign leftist secular parties , the Democratic Pole Modernist (PDM), stated that "the whole family can not meet a progressive majority in the new Constituent Assembly, as follows from the first round of consultations. "

During a meeting with his supporters at a hotel in the capital, Ben Fadel said that "while the Democratic Forum for Labour and Liberties (or Takaktoul, belonging to the Socialist International) is obtained very good results may not allow either create a Most left through covenants. "

He added that "neither party can count on the Congress for the Republic (CPR) "because in his own eyes" is very close to E nnahda. "

Sunday, August 28, 2011

Peacock Sanctuary In India

The Largest Peacock Sanctuary In India

Most of us  haven’t seen even one peacock dance.  Can you  imagine what  it would be like to watch more than 100 of them spread out their colourful feathers and sway to the sounds of  monsoon and thunder.. ? Yes, if you are lucky you can see these grand spectacle during the rainy season in the Naigon   Morachi Chincholi Peacock Sanctuary in Maharashtra, which has nearly 3500 peacocks in its domains and is India’s largest sanctuary for peacocks.

One could almost miss the entrance to village  Chincholi  Morachi, 45 km  from the industrial  town of Chakn near Pune, if not for an arch with two peacocks  made of cement on it.  The name of the village itself  speaks  about its uniqueness.  Chincholi  comes from the Marathi Chincha,  tamaraind,  and Morachi from Mor peacock.  The village  owes  its name to the tamarind  trees  and peacocks  that abound here.   “There have always  been peacocks  in our village”, said Shivaji Baburao Nanekar, a farmer.  “No one is allowed to kill them”  said Kamaltai, Nanekar’s wife and added “Once a visitor killed a peacock.  We had him arrested and buried  the bird respectfully.  For us  peacock  is like God.  After all, it is God Kartikeyas’  vehicle”.

Legend has it that there was a saint called Mathersaheb Dev at the village  whom people revered a lot. The saint used to feed peacocks grains from his hand. The peacocks used to frequent his cottage. The harmony between the saint and the peacocks was legendary. Once a someone hit a peacock with a stone, trapped it and later killed it. When the saint heard about this, he was deeply grieved and pronounced a curse: whoever had inflicted pain on the peacock would go blind. The words rang true and the man lost his eyesight. He came imploring to the saint to give him back his vision. The saint told the man, “It is possible only if you make an offering of a peacock made of silver to the village temple.” The man complied and got back his eyesight. This legend is so deeply embedded in the psche of the 500-odd residents of Chincholi Morachi that they treat peacocks as god, a symbol of divinity There are mainly two reasons for the burgeoning peacock population. The hills around Ahmednagar are formed by a stone and soil mixture known as Deccan Trap and the red soil, mixed with gravely-textured rock chips, keeps the monsoon moisture locked under the top soil layer for many months after the last rains have fallen. The air is humid and warm and the tree symbol of divinity There are mainly two reasons for the burgeoning peacock population. The hills around Ahmednagar are formed by a stone and soil mixture known as Deccan Trap and the red soil, mixed with gravely-textured rock chips, keeps the monsoon moisture locked under the top soil layer for many months after the last rains have fallen. The air is humid and warm and the tree cover remains thick throughout the year. This environment is ideally suited to the growth of peacocks.

Local people have developed an incredible rapport with peacocks in  Chincholi Morachi. This relationship has to be seen to be believed. What’s most interesting is that these residents take care of the peacocks, despite the fact that the birds venture into their farms and cause damage to standing crops. Although the government has set Rs 2,000 as compensation for one hectare of grain loss, the locals do not avail it. The common refrain is: the peacock is our God and it is our privilege that it eats our crops.

Every morning , Kamaltai gives grains to peacocks that come  to her house. Some of them are so used to  the villagers  that they return to the houses where they are fed at night.   The locals  do not want anyone to invade the peace of the sanctuary. But many do. Recollects Puru Bai, “Earlier, people belonging to the Pardi community used to come and throw nets to catch peacocks. My father used to shoo these people away. At that time, there was no forest department to help us. Now, if anybody creates a nuisance in the sanctuary, we inform the foresters.”. Ganesh Chincholikar another resident  says  “If we find suspicious-looking elements, we get in contact with the Range Forest Officer (RFO) and tell him about their movements.” Sanjay reveals many outsiders (tourists) come to their dhaba and offer to pay Rs 2,000 if they get them peacock meat, but are given a stern warning and told to leave.

The RFO R S Gavhand says tree cover is important to sustain peacock population. However, the biggest problem is that of cattle grazing. It is for this reason that the forest department has started planting neem, sitaphal, mangoes etc on the undulating terrain of the sanctuary But the RFO is confident that with the participation of the local residents, the forest department will be able to succeed in its attempt. He reveals that when a recent fire broke out, it was these people who helped him combat it. Says Gavhand, “We ensured that the peacocks did not get touched by the blaze even though many of us burnt our hands in dousing the flames.” However, every February, at the end of the winter, the birds shed their feathers in the natural course of their growth, and forest folk collect these to sell to tourists

There are basic facilities available for visitors coming to see the peacocks.  Best times to see the peacocks are in early morning and six p.m in the evening. If you were to reach the place at 8 a.m in the morning you can stay with one of the village homes  see the peacocks by 6 p.m and return to Pune. This tourist service that includes half days’s stay  will cost you 250 rupees including your breakfast and lunch. If you want to stay overnight so that you can see the peacocks in the morning, then the one day stay costs you 700 rupees per person. (• If you are planning for overnight stay ( 1 day & 1 night )  Check In/Out : 10:00AM).   One day trip includes, Snacks, delicious  lunch with full of desi ghee & tea/milk ) provided by the villagers accommodating you. Lunch  is  typical rural Maharashtrian fare – Bhakri (thick chapatis or bread made of white millet flour), matki (a dish with sprouts), turi chi Bhaji (dish made with ridge gourd), daal (pulses) and Bhaat (Rice), and all of us tucked in with gusto. You can contact the tour coordinator Mr. T.M.Thopate  at e mail tanmaya@chincholimorarchi.com
The Central Government has not earmarked any fund for the sanctuary and the money that comes from the State Government is a trickle, only Rs 1.2 lakh annually on an average. Protecting a 29.90 square kilometre sanctuary with such a budget is close to impossible.  But recently the Maharashtra Government has sanctioned 50 lakhs for building the infrastructure facilities at Chincholi Morarchi and 20 lakhs for building a guesthouse at the village for visitors coming to see the peacocks. Let us hope that this will make Chincholi-Morarchi a grand success as a tourist spot.

Monday, August 1, 2011

Gaurimarg to Gulmarg

Amongst various tourist spots of Kashmir, Gulmarg happens to be the most frequented place. Like in the past, this year too thousands of people, including tourists from various places visited the green meadows of Gulmarg.

However, besides being a place of tourist attraction in the present times, Gulmarg is historically important as well. Ever since the rule of Chak dynasty in Kashmir, Gulmarg has been a place of attraction for royal families.

Gulmarg originally served as grazing fields and was called ‘Gaurimarg` the name of Lord Shiva's wife by shepherds. It was in the 16th century that the name was changed to ‘Gulmarg’ by ruler of the Chak dynasty, Yousuf Shah Chak.

“It was called Gulmarg because the fragrance of flowers would fill the air all the time. ‘Gul’ means flowers and ‘marg’ means abode,” says writer Zareef Ahmad Zareef.

Gulmarg is believed to have been favorite haunt of Mughals, particularly that of Jahangir. However the development popularity and development of Gulmarg came with the British rule in India.

“Gulmarg was the most favorite place of Britishers. They lived in tents there,” Zareef Ahmad said. Golf was also introduced in Gulmarg by the Britishers. It is believed that Britishers opened it for golf lovers in the year 1904 and started the golf club. Today Gulmarg has the highest golf course in the world.

“When Britishers lived in Gulmarg they started writing about it and inviting people to this place which in a way marketed Gulmarg,” said Zareef. He says that the ambience of Gulmarg was calm and serene, with no noise or pollution which served as best environment for recreation to people.

Zareef added that other tourist places like Pahalgam were non existent. The place was unknown to the common people of Kashmir and was visited only by elites.

“It was because of the shrine of Baba Rishi that common people of Kashmir started visiting Gulmarg,” reveals Zareef. Shrine of Baba Rishi is located few kilometers from Gulmarg.

Gradually, Gulmarg began to be developed for resorts and hotels to provide facilities for visitors. All construction work was done in wood.

Situated 56 kilometers from Srinagar city, today Gulmarg is a major tourist destination of Kashmir. It is the only places here which support winter tourism, with highest Ski slopes in the world. Different developmental works are being undertaken to make it a world class tourist destination. Nonetheless, no attention is being given to the rising pollution level of the place.

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Wildlife safaris in Dachigam

Wildlife safaris in Dachigam new attraction for tourists

The commencement of wildlife safaris in Kashmir’s Dachigam National Park has become a new attraction for the locals and
the visitors here.

Launched in 2009, the eco-friendly battery driven cars, serving as safari vehicles, provide a real time experience of the nature and its beauty. The visitors are taken in by the scenic wilderness in the silent eco-friendly cars amid the green virgin forests where one gets to see all kinds of wild animals.

"We have launched these battery driven cars in the Dachigam so that people can see the wildlife of Kashmir," said Rashid Naqash, wildlife warden, Dachigam.

The people wishing to take glimpse of the animals are taken in the car which drives through the park. The wildlife department charges Rs 500 a car to carry a maximum of four people through the Dachigam wildlife sanctuary.

"We take the visitor close to nature where they see different wild animals. It is completely safe," said Naqash. The drive through the park takes over an hour. Tourists observe the animals from their cars.

The Dachigam wildlife sanctuary sprawls over an area of 140 square kilometers. It is home to endangered red deer, black and brown bears, musk deer, leopards and large bird species such as black partridge and pheasants.

"It is really wonderful to visit this wildlife sanctuary. This gives a new face of Kashmir," said Manisha, a visitor from West Bengal, who had come to Dachigam.

"We spotted black bear and deer during our trip into the sanctuary. It was for the first time I saw them so closely," said Vineet, Manisha’s son.

"During the drive through the sanctuary, one does not realize that we live in cities. You feel cut off from the world," says another visitor.

For locals, the pleasure of the going into the sanctuary is no less.

"We are happy that government has started these cars like safaris. Kashmir has unique wildlife and it has to be made attractive to people," said Firdous Ahmad.

"Dachigam has always been my favorite place. And these safaris have added to its attraction now," adds Maqbool, a student.
In the past two decades of conflict, no facilities of safaris were available in any National Park of the state. The presence of security forces and militants in the forest kept people largely from going to such places. Initiatives were taken only after there was a dip in the militancy related activities in the forest areas.

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Trip To Greece

In a conventional travel Europe, especially if the first of his travels around the continent, most people choose to visit the great cities of Western Europe: Paris , London , Berlin , Madrid, Barcelona, Roma are, for example, popular destinations. It's just a little later, when known as "basic" one decides to explore other regions of the continent.

Greece is one of those places. Located in southern Europe, this country is surrounded by Albania, the Republic of Macedonia, Bulgaria and Turkey. Currently facing a severe crisis, and the rest of the European Union seeking a way to get afloat, Greece maintains their joy and welcome tourists who visit every year.

With coasts on the Mediterranean sea, Aegean and Ionian, Greece has a lot of sun and beach tourism. In the summer, especially in the high season of July and August, tourists from around the world, although most of the rest of Europe, come to Greece to be surprised by its magic. Many others also made their trip to Greece to learn and soak up its history, enjoy the nightlife or explore the idyllic islands and the mountainous mainland.

The ancient Greek civilization is an ancient culture with great influence in the arts, languages, philosophy, politics and sports of western society today. Some of these influences are for example in the theater - genres of comedy and tragedy - in the Platonic ideal, the Socratic method, democracies and republics, Western alphabets and the Olympics.

This time we offer the possibility of a tour of Greece in one week . Unlike many other packages we offer, this is an organized tour from beginning to end, allowing you to experience the best of this country. If you always dreamed of a trip to Greece, and has a week's vacation this summer, our Grand Tour in Greece 7-day may be what you want.

During the 7 days of his Grand Tour in Greece know the main sights of classical Greece: Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, Thessaloniki Lefkadia. In these places, visit museums and most famous archaeological sites, and you can experience the glory of classical Greece.

The tour is conducted in English, although in some cases may request a multilingual guide. We recommend making the request, you may get lucky and find a guide who speaks Spanish!

The Grand Tour in Greece of the city of Athens. Not included in the tour to visit places of interest in Athens, you can make in the days before the start of the tour or, if desired, also below.

At 8.30 am on the agreed date of commencement of the tour, we will search for your hotel in Athens . On our website you can view a list of hotels where service is available for transfer. If your hotel is not listed, we have another meeting point in front of the Hotel Amalia generic, near Syntagma Square. Alternatively, you can choose another hotel from the list that it is near you and find the door on time.

The dates of the tour vary, so you should check our calendar and choose those that best suit their needs.

Once we start to his Grand Tour in Greece, the itinerary is as follows:

Day 1: Epidaurus - Mycenae - Olympia (dinner included)

His first stop is the Corinth Canal. From there we will go to Epidaurus to visit the archaeological site and the theater, famous for its excellent acoustics. Then make a brief stop at Nafplion. From there we drive to Mycenae, where he will visit the archaeological site. Then depart for Olympia through central Peloponnese area passing the cities of MegalopolisyTripolis.

Day 2: Olympia - Nafpaktos - Delphi (breakfast and dinner included)

In the morning visit the archaeological site and museum of Olympia. From there we drive, via Patras to Rion, crossing the channel to the Antirio through the new suspension bridge. This architectural work of art is also considered the longest bridge and most modern in Europe. We spend the afternoon in Nafpaktos, then continue on to Delphi, where we spend the night.

Day 3: Delphi (breakfast and dinner included)

In the morning we visit the museum and archaeological site of Delphi. The rest of the day will be free to spend the afternoon the way they prefer: to be shopping, strolling in the sun or resting in the hotel.

Day 4: Kalambaka - Meteora (breakfast and dinner included)

In the morning we leave the hotel in Delphi and the Greek peoples drive to central

Amphissa, Lamia and Trikala to finally get to Kalambaka. During the afternoon we visit Meteora, where monasteries of rock towers, which have designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will offer a vision that will leave you breathless. At night, dinner and accommodation will take place in Kalambaka.

Day 5: Dion - Thessaloniki (breakfast and dinner included)

Drive through Trikala and Larissa to the famous, sacred Macedonian town of Dion. From there we continue then walk towards Thessaloniki, the largest population center in northern Greece. We will visit the interesting museum and take a stroll Thessalonikiy guided city tour.

Day 6: Pella - Vergina - Lefkadia (breakfast and dinner included)

Morning drive to Pella, which was the capital of Alexander the Great. From there we continue to Vergina, where we visit the famous "Vergina Treasures" and the Tomb of King Philip.Luego Lefkadia journey to continue, where we visit the excavations and the Macedonian tombs. Through Veria, heading back to undertake Thessaloniki, where we stay during this last night.

Day 7: Tempi Valley - Thermoplyae - Athens (breakfast included)

After breakfast, begin the journey back to Athens through the Tempi Valley, as well as go through Larissa, Lamia and Thermoplyae, the former famous battle that took place there and KamenaVourla. At about 18.30 hours is estimated the return to Athens, where the Grand Tour in Greece 7-day ends with the arrival at the bus terminal CHAT.

The total cost of the Grand Tour in Greece 7-day is £ 1035.11 or € 1145.67 per adult from 13 years of age. Should be reserved for two adults over 13 years of age, the cost is reduced to £ 811.34 or € 898.00 per person. If one or more adults traveling with a child 4 to 12 years of age (inclusive), the lowest pay a child fare of £ 403.78 or € 446.91. In either case, babies and toddlers up to 3 years of age (inclusive) travel free accompanied by adult participants.

In his book Grand Tour in Greece is included, as already explained, accommodation for 6 nights duration of the tour. Also included are meals that are detailed, as you can see, half board (breakfast and dinner included during the tour). The entrances to museums and archaeological sites mentioned the hiring of professional guide and local taxes are also included in the cost and transportation in a bus equipped with air conditioning.

Not included in the cost of the Grand Tour in Greece Mystras income, gratuities, which are always optional - not food and drink not detailed above.

Similarly, please note that some museums and places of worship are required to respect certain dress code. In Greece, usually this means you can not go with pants or short skirts or sleeveless sweatshirts. Knees and shoulders must be completely covered at all times, both for men and women visiting these places. If you do not dress according to these requirements, you may be refused entry to the site of interest.

As for hotels, has put the effort in getting high-class, according to the classification of government of Greece. In smaller towns, where there is no first-class accommodation, we used the best existing hotels. All Hotels in being host for its Grand Tour in Greece have private facilities.

Your reservation will be confirmed within 48 hours after purchase, and subject to availability.

Have you started planning your summer vacation? Why not take a trip to Greece and experience the best of this ancient civilization and its legacy to our society? Our Grand Tour in Greece makes it possible. See other options for travel and tourism in Europe. We hope to meet there soon!