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Terracotta Warriors of Xian in China

Posted in Culture Travel on 15th March 2010

While Xian was one of the most important trade routes being China  East and Central Asia, this province has been perpetuated over time thanks to its famous Terracotta Warriors.

In March 1974 during construction work for irrigation water was discovered a wonderful place known as the Mausoleum the First Emperor Qin where an army made up of lay more than 10,000 figures of terracotta warriors and horses in real size que were buried when he died the first emperor of China Qin Shi Huang Qin.

In striking realism, each of the figures shows different traits and characteristics (whiskers, hair, young, old, ethnic groups, etc..) And were buried with the Emperor in the belief that the monarch would still have troops under his command. The mausoleum is located 33 kilometers from Xian and the three pits between 4 and 8 feet deep to hide these figures lined up in battle formation.

In 1980 he discovered two painted bronze chariots, each composed of more than 3,000 pieces and “guided” by four horses and a driver imperial. In 1987, the Terracotta Warriors were declared as World Heritage by UNESCO.

Journey to Lake Titicaca

Posted in America, Culture Travel on 15th February 2010

South America has always been in the crosshairs of many travelers from all over the world, its history, culture and gastronomy, but especially for its incredible nature. And if we talk about natural environments, one of the most impressive places we can find in these latitudes is without doubt the Lake Titicaca, A large expanse of water which forms the border between Peru and Bolivia.

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It is the largest lake in all of South America and is about 3700 meters above sea levelBeing highest navigable lake in the world and a real sight to see the sun’s rays are reflected in its waters, giving them an iridescent blue hue, something ideal for taking pictures or recording video which is embodied the memory of a trip so exciting to this corner of the planet.

Puno, Is the Peruvian city that makes port on Lake Titicaca and although at first glance it may seem very monotonous corner, it is not. The city is known as the folklore capital of Peru and we will find more than 300 different types of traditional dances.

But if we see something really interesting we have to get into the lake itself, yes, but not while scuba diving, but on the surface, where they live Uros one of the oldest communities are known, as its origins date back to the Incas.

Sahara Expedition in Tamanrasset

The best-and safest-to enjoy the Algerian experience is to head south of the country, Tamanrasset, the largest city in the Sahara, which was a meeting point for the caravans of camels, or Yanet, a group of small towns around an oasis in the Tassili National Park and base Nayer exploration of the extraordinary cave paintings in the area.

Tamanrasset, a vast barren land in the middle of the Algerian Sahara, a territory larger than that of France, it is the capital of the Hoggar, Tamanrasset nevertheless remains the preferred destination of tourism European and especially German. Its area is 619360 km square and the number of inhabitants 192,684.

The city of Tamanrasset is an essential axis of Tuareg nomads and who roam the dunes, the regs of the Sahara from Mali to Niger via Chad and Libya.

The city seems to be timeless, stone houses, the traditional dress them up, take you a magical voyage that only this place can you get.

Located at 1733 m altitude Tamanrasset is the capital of Ahaggar, it contains archaeological sites dating from 600,000 to one million years and demonstrates the first human demonstrations or pre-human. It was in prehistory a region with very high population density of the earth, the scene of the evolution of mixing of man, the migration and highlight the distant civilizations came from East, Europe, Asia and Africa.

New Delhi the India’s Pearl

Posted in Culture Travel, India on 20th January 2010

New Delhi is the beautiful capital of the Republic of India and captivates visitors with its monuments and exotic culture.

More and more airlines operate Flights to Delhi because it is an eminently tourist destination throughout the year.

In Delhi are two of his famous sights The Qutab Minar and Humayun Tomb, both declared world heritage Site. The city offers a huge melting pot of sights including the Rashtrapati Bhavan, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, Raj Ghat or memorial of Mahatma Gandhi and the remains of the ancient city of Purana Quila.

Undoubtedly, one of the main attractions are its picturesque Delhi markets, Where visitors can find items from anywhere in India at a great price. Of all India, Delhi is considered the best place to understand the culture and national history, for here are the most valuable museum of history and Indian politics, as well as an excellent cultural programming.

If you are fond of Indian culture so Delhi is the ideal destination for your next adventure.

Mzab Valley the Most Beautiful Valley in Algeria

Posted in Culture Travel on 17th January 2010

A 600km south of Algiers in the Sahara there is Mzab Valley. It is a kind of green cleft in the middle of nowhere, where incredible water harvesting techniques have created a paradise in that environment so hostile. Huge palm trees, fruit trees and aromatic plants will come their way continuously.

In the valley there are five ancient cities, each with its minaret in the highest point, producing an image of oriental tale.
The Mzab is one of the few places where Muslims are Ibarita version of Islam, there was the same as 1300 years ago. In the old cities have been preserved ancient customs intact. Only you can visit its labyrinth of winding streets with a guide. No shirts or shorts, snuff, or photos to people.

There are many beautiful places in Mzab. Ghardaia is the biggest town, there you can find a lovely big square and a very old underground mosque. Underground mosques are built in order to find shelter from the summer heat. Beni Isguen is very quiet and the views from the top are astounding. The palmerie of Beni Isguen has a water dam, which at rainy season takes the aspects of a big waterfall. The dam is meant to protect the town from inundations. Bounoura has a lovely mosque on top of the hill.

The atmosphere of old cities contrasts sharply with that of the new, which in recent decades have come outdoors, where many young and seem to look in another direction. Still, soak up this valley and its people is the closest thing to a trip in time. I do not think we forget how we heal ourselves here in our western stress or how to enjoy your wonderful street atmosphere … and its sunsets.

Kasbah of Algiers the Islamic Citadel

Posted in Culture Travel on 10th January 2010

In the midst of one of the finest coastal sites on the Mediterranean stands the famous Kasbah of Algiers, which is a unique kind of medina commonly called Islamic city.

Kasbah the term derives from the Arabic or Al Qasbah which means “citadel”, also known as fortress or medina.
The Kasbah of Algiers is the first district of Algiers, the old capital city of Algeria. It was built ten centuries ago to 125 meters high on a hill overlooking the sea and today remains completely oblivious to the growth of modern Algeria.

The Islamic citadel includes a triangle of 50 hectares of area in the labyrinthine streets dominated, steep stairs and especially its bright white buildings for which he earned the name? Algiers, the white?.

The Kasbah was its urban development and historic century XVI and since 1992 is included in the list of World Heritage Sites of UNESCO. It has suffered several attacks but still hides great architectural treasures.

The Kasbah of Algiers was founded on the ruins of old Icosium, a Phoenician commercial outpost called which later developed into a small Roman town. It is a small city which, built on a hill, goes down towards the sea, divided in two: the High city and the Low city.

One finds there masonries and mosques of the 17th century; Ketchaoua mosque (built in 1794 by the Dey Baba Hassan) flanked by two minarets, mosque el Djedid (built in 1660, at the time of Turkish regency) with its large finished ovoid cupola points some and its four coupolettes, mosque El Kébir, mosque Ali Betchnin, Dar Aziza, palate of Jénina. In the Kasbah, there are also labyrinths of lanes and houses that are very picturesque.

It was accessible by five gates: Bab El Oued Bab Admira (now defunct), Ba Azoun, Ajdid and Bab el Bahari. We also found remains of the citadel, old mosques, theater, palaces and Ottoman courts. Undoubtedly, a large urban complex facing the sea beauty is worth visiting.