Located on Wusi Street in Beijing, The National Art Museum of China was founded as an effort to collect, exhibit and research contemporary works of art that are of considerable significance and artistic value. The main building itself is a picturesque site that commands the attention of visitors to this popular tourist attraction. After its official reopening on the 23rd of July 2003, the National Art Museum of China was rejuvenated with better...more
When the shadowy darkness of the night consumes the light of day, the city of Dubai undergoes a fascinating transformation. The bright Arabian sky is covered with a dark blanket studded with glittery stars and the searing heat of the day is replaced by ice cold chilly nights. The shifting environment sparks a change in the inhabitants of this city as well. The busy corporate types roll up their sleeves and get ready to party late into the night...more
With only 1100 square kilometres of land available to approximately 7 million people, Hong Kong has been popular for numerous things. The shopping with every imaginable retail brand and item up for grabs, the dining with exotic delights to tempt the pallet, the nightlife to leave a spark in your eye and a harvest of Mother Nature that could give a new lease of life to the beholder. Soaring skyscrapers and temples reside amicably beside each other, a mere relic of history and a blessing for the future. In a city that is full of contradictions, there is much to be appreciated and admired about its cheerful and inspiring nature. In a country that has its origins in Buddhism; Hong Kong is proud to be the home of the worlds largest seated bronze Buddhist statue. With the spectacular Lantau Island as its backdrop, the Giant Buddha or locally known as Tian Tan Buddha is 34 meters high. The stance of the statue, especially the lips, eyes and hands are all raised to deliver blessings on all who stand at the feet of it.The mere placing of the statue, which faces north, compares in similarity to when Lord Buddha was seated under the Boddhi Tree and gained enlightenment. Similarly, the...more
The country of Thailand has a rich and vibrant history dating back several centuries. Its central location has enabled it to become an economic and tourism powerhouse within South Asia. From the humble back packer to the likes of celebrities all visit the shores of Thailand for its sublime pleasures. As a result of this rich history Thailand has...more
The cosmopolitan island state of Singapore is the smallest in Asia. However it has rapidly grown from humble beginnings to become an international economic and commercial powerhouse. Originating as a small Malay fishing village at the mouth of the Singapore River, the British East India Company established a colony in 1819. Singapore played a key...more
Author: ColoradoSkiTelluride Ski Destination and information Telluride was original a silver mining town on the San Miguel River on the west side of the San Juan Mountains. Recently it has become one of the premier ski destinations in the state of Colorado because of its amazing snow and remarkable ski runs. The Telluride Historic District is one of Colorado’s top 20 National Historic Landmarks. Nesting in the Box Canyon and Steep forested hillside and cliffs many ancient weathered ruins of old Coloradoan mining camps dot litter the hillside making for an interesting detour from the skiing. Telluride is famous in the local area for it popular culture. It’s the home to and international film festival but of consensus best know for its ski resort, which is an amazing destination for all looking for an exciting getaway this ski season. The Ski Resort itself rest at a base elevation of 8,750 feet and has a top elevation of 13,320 feet giving it quite and respectable change in vertical terrain. With 120Ski runs covering 2000 skiable acres of terrain there is plenty of open area for all. Of those 120 ski run 23% are considered for beginners, 36% are considered for intermediate, and...more
Author: Mick Bernard With personal debt growing, lack of GDP growth and unemployment in double digits understanding the world of credit is that much more important. If you are one of the lucky Americans that have not been impacted by growing...more
Author: Mick Bernard The economic downturn will not stop people from spreading holiday cheer for there friends and family this year. According to the latest Gallup poll, Americans estimate that they will spend on Christmas gifts somewhere around...more
India is also recognized for its tigers, elephants and rhinoceros which form a part of some 500 species of mammals found here. The sheer number of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in India provide you with numerous opportunities to explore the...more
Serene Backwaters, sun-drenched beaches, rippling waves, green hills, there is no other state in the India that can present so much enthusiasm for life as it is visible in Kerala. This small State in the southern tip of the Indian peninsula is an...more
You can check Indian Railways PNR status on your mobile through simple and easy ways. In the Indian railway passenger reservation system, waiting list tickets and reservation under confirmation (RAC) tickets are very common and this can result in...more
Author: Emeka EgwimWhen I first heard about Holidays and Cash from an ex-school mate of mine who sent me a text message with a link to the website, I outright laughed at the title. “Oh no” I thought, “another how-to internet marketing aimed at...more