Sierra Aitana Mountains offer up amazing views of inland forests of date palm-Elche. Sometimes in winter, these mountains may even be witness to snowfall. For animal lovers, there is Aitana safari park that will offer spectacular experiences with views of elephants, giraffes, lions, tigers and many more animal species besides.
Cochin, also known as Kochi, is a paradise of waving palm trees and sandy beaches. It is located in the state of Kerala, which is a strip of coastal territory in the south of India that slopes down the Western Ghats, and reaches up to the Arabian sea.
I opened the door to my house in Ealing, London having just spent a great three weeks in Pattaya, Thailand, The second thing to greet me after my lovely Thai wife was a pile of post, within minutes i was depressed – two parking tickets for allegedly stopping on a red route (caught on camera) and because the 14 days had passed the price had doubled to 120.00 each, this was quickly followed by a 445.00 water rates bill and a notice that apparently the water pipe under my garden was leaking and the water board were kindly going to replace it and charge me 1200.00
China, known as Asia’s Sleeping Dragon, has finally opened its gates to the world. Stiffness and strictness are two words usually associated to the Chinese race, especially in the field of politics. But behind those issues, lies a rich colorful history yet to be unfolded.
China is one of the world’s emerging superpowers and has lately made her presence felt in the international arena as she was chosen to host the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics. Held every four years, the Olympics is participated in by about 120 countries, with groups battling it out in several sports, from swimming to diving, from track-and-field to javelin throwing, from basketball to soccer, you name it.
The People’s Republic of China, the world’s most populous country, brings with her a rich culture and an enduring tradition shaped about by 5,000 years of history. Throughout this time, many facets of their culture was preserved and enhanced. A unique part of this was their architecture.
China has been exporting tea to 90% of the world’s market. Chinese teas are known for their superior quality especially when it comes to taste, texture, and flavour. Among the most commonly consumed beverages, tea ranks first amongst others. Chinese teas are best served with Chinese tea sets since they create a synergistic effect that enhances the experience.
Tourism in the world is indeed a sector which is remarkably improving. Citizens of differing nationalities start to think outside the box, and they have found out that there is more to see internationally. This has resulted to a positive growth in the hotel and restaurant businesses the world over.
With stunning hillsides, rainforests, mountain ranges and incredible ocean settings, Thailand is the perfect place to spend a few weeks, or maybe even years! While Thailand is most famous for its beaches, there is so much more adventure to find in this amazing country. From flying through the jungle like a monkey, to lady-boy’s strutting their stuff, to the biggest water fight in the world, Thailand delivers some serious adventure goods. Here are just a few ideas to spice up your trip…
Lao She Tea House, sitting at the center of Beijing, is where tourists get a taste of old Beijing life while sitting down for a good cup of tea from fin China tea sets.