San Francisco is linked with Marin County through the Golden Gate Bridge in total brilliance. The connection is one of the architectural wonder of the 20th Century and an evidence of human contention, as it was erected during the years of the Great Depression. For years, the Golden Gate Bridge held the title as the best ever suspension bridge in the world. Prior to its finishing in 1937, It was that it was not possible to build this bridge...more
Hailed as being the only one of its kind in the World, the Snake Temple serves as a natural refuge for these fierce predators. Snakes may be deadly creatures but according to the beliefs of those running the temple and its followers, they are the loyal servants of a deity.According to the legend the Temple was built in honour of a Buddhist monk named Chor Soo Kong who provided shelter to the snakes. After his death and the completion of the...more
The Great Pyramid at GizaCairo, EgyptRenowned for being the lone existing part of the seven earliest Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid is the biggest of the 3 pyramids constructed in the olden city of Giza, at the present part of bigger Cairo, Egypt. The pyramid is assumed to have been constructed around 2560 B.C. as a grave for the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu, and is expected to take 20 years to create.Temple of Artemis at EphesusSelcuk, TurkeyFinished approximately in 550 B.C. to give tribute to the Greek goddess hunting for nature, the Temple of Artemis was constructed during the Achaemenid Dynasty of the Persian Empire. Arson damaged the structure completely in 356 B.C. Hanging Gardens of Babylon Babylons Hanging Gardens are said to have been put up by Nebuchadnezzar II, a monarch of Babylon approximately in 600 B.C. While historians frequently argue about the real subsistence of the gardens since there's no physical confirmation and Babylonian files do not talk about them, descriptions affirms that the gardens comprised of vaulted terraces elevated above one another and sustained on pillars -- in other words, a non-natural growing mountain of gardens. Tomb of Maussollos at...more
New YorkInitially known as "Liberty Enlightening the World", this contemporary Colossus is situated on the New York harbor. Its marvelous stature, symbolize international liberty and is recognized internationally. The gorgeous Lady liberty is dressed in graceful robes and a stately coronet. She has a torch, elevated in her right hand, and a book...more
Chinas largest city Shanghai is a hive of activity, and what keeps the buzz alive is its Metro system. The metro known among locals as the Shanghai Rail Transit, uses both railway lines as well as the subway to get people to where they want to go.When the metro opened in 1995 it made Shanghai the third city in China to have a subway. Prior to...more
Author: Mark JosanAre you planning to have a holiday trip to any amazing destinations? But getting confused what to take along with you or what to not? Then, don’t get confused and look some of the helpful tips here that will surely helps you in this matter. Some of the useful travel guides steps should be kept in mind before going out for any holiday package. This is because such guide helps at every footstep of journey so that people can have the most exciting and impressive travel experience. All those people who love traveling should remember some points before going for a tour. This supportive guide will help the travelers in getting the best hotels and airline bookings. It will also guide you to know about the other commutations services such as the main places, culture, climatic conditions, food, etc. First of all, such facility indulges in getting visa and passport for you, so that you get authorization by the national authorities to go for holidays. With such wonderful services, individuals can simply overlook the entire long rows that are usually attached with visas. Secondly, it also takes care of the currency that is required at the time. Moreover, it will also...more
Whoever said New York was the city that never sleeps, did not meet its Asian counterpart in Shanghai. Here, the city is abuzz with activity through out the day and in the night it takes on a new sparkle. Shanghai boasts of some of the most elegant...more
The Great Barrier Reef has long been a dream destination for snorkeling and scuba diving. This is with good reason since this natural wonder of the world is arguably the richest marine area in the world. From hump back whales to dreamlike coral...more
Author: smith johnNothing puts us in the mood for love like travel. We've searched the world for destinations where romance is not just promised—it's guaranteed! Leave the world behind without a care in the world and let TravelScapes do the...more
It will not be hyperbolic to say that India -the land of hospitality is the haven for tourism. The range of tourism opportunities is as varied as the culture of the land. From adventure tourism to heritage and culture tourism, monsoon tourism to...more
Author: Scott LenikThe drinks industry is not looking forward to a very merry Christmas with many predicting the worst for ten years as the off trade retailers slash champagne prices by fifty per cent, and Christmas on trade bookings are down by...more
Visiting new places and destinations helps us to get a short refuge from the humdrumness of daily life. Shimla is one such place which acquaints the visitors with its natural beauty and splendor. It is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and is situated...more