Considered as Asias melting pot of many cultures the New Year celebrations in Singapore derive their tradition from the countrys Chinese roots. However, residents do rely on the Gregorian calendar for business dealings and other activities, but the major celebrations that ring in the New Year follow the lunar Chinese calendar.The celebrations that go on in the city on December 31st and all over the world cannot compete with the celebrations that...more
Europes largest city London has much to offer to anyone who visits this great location. With a glorious past, the city is full of heritage attractions. The world class Museums and Galleries, the Royal Opera House the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace to name a few of the monuments that reveal this glorious past of Great Britain. Britain is famous for its vital role played in the World War Two. The greatest Briton Prime Minister, Winston...more
Eiffel Tower, one of the most famed monuments of the world, is an iron tower in Paris. It has been built on the Champ de Mars, beside the Seine River. It took 2 years, 2 months, and 5 days to build this huge tower, which was completed in 1889. Alexandre Gustave Eiffel, the same person who built the internal frame of the Statue of Liberty, was the main designer of the tower and it has been named after him only. The tower is delightfully illuminated at night, for which it consumes 7.8 million kWh per year. In order to know some more fun and attractive facts about Eiffel Tower, go through the following lines.Fun & Interesting Facts about Eiffel Tower* Eiffel Tower has been named after its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel* Eiffel Tower is the tallest building in Paris* The height of Eiffel Tower, including its 24 m (79 ft) antenna, is 324 m* The height of Eiffel Tower is equivalent to 81 levels in a conservative building* The construction work of Eiffel Tower started on January 26, 1887 and was completed on March 31, 1889* Till 1930, Eiffel Tower was the tallest building in the whole world* The metal structure of the Eiffel Tower weighs 7,300 tonnes, while the whole structure,...more
Brussels is the largest city as well as the capital of Belgium. The significance of the city can be estimated from the fact that it is often considered to be the de facto capital of the European Union as it Brusselshosts key EU institutions such as the Commission, Parliament and the Council. Apart from this, many other important European...more
Being the largest island that belongs to Thailand, Phuket is a paradise that has to be experienced first hand for a visitor to get a true feel of what it means to be an Asian. Although small in size, this mountainous province is one of the most picturesque destinations of the country. Explore the Asian wilderness and find an amazing array of...more
An island off the coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Penang is one of the nations premier tourist destinations. Offering pristine beaches and a diverse multicultural legacy, Penang attracts a multitude of foreign visitors each year. The island is also renowned for its delicious and varied cuisine, and is considered Malaysias food capital. Presently Georgetown is Penangs largest city. Notably Penang is the only Malaysian state where the ethnic Chinese form the majority. Penang belonged to the Malay kingdom of Kedah, and was acquired by Francis Light for the British East India Company in 1786. Penang has historically been known by several different names originally called Pulau Ka-satu, or First Island, it was renamed Prince of Wales Island in 1786 and was also known as The Pearl of the Orient in the last century. Today Penang is a thriving economy, sustained largely by tourism and electronics manufacturing, with an array of multinational companies having invested in local facilities. However the western side of the island is still comparatively tranquil and leisurely with the atmosphere of a typical tropical retreat.A night tour to Penang Hill is one of the most memorable and...more
The Indonesian capital of Jakarta is one of the liveliest cities in the Asian sub continent. Despite being one of the most heavily populated cites in the country, Jakarta is surprisingly well organized in its own way. This popular tourist destination...more
The proud capital of The Philippines, Manila is an enchanting city of many cultures, beliefs and passions. Influenced by a strong Hispanic presence, this fascinating city brings to life an ancient world of Christian dominance that swept across much...more
A bountiful reserve of nature The Nymans Gardens in Sussex present the perfect destination to take a relaxing stroll and unwind. The gardens were once the part of the home of Leonard Mussel and his wife Maud. The couple inherited the land in 1915 and...more
The city of London has always been popular for hosting an array of events throughout the year, and two of the most prominent venues for hosting events are Earls Court and Olympia Exhibition Centre. Together these two renowned venues provide a host of...more
Jaipur the capital city of Rajasthan is globally famous as the Pink City of India. It is the popular tours and travel destination of India that offers tourist to explore the heritage and culture beauty of India. It is the first planned city of India...more
For the sophisticated traveller, the Taj Cape Town hotel offers an exclusive accommodation experience. Combining luxury amenities with historic South African architecture, the hotel provides luxurious 5-star accommodation in the heart of the city....more