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Khmer Temple of Prasat Hin Phanom Rung Historical Park, Buriram Province

Khmer temple of Prasat Hin Phanom Rung Historical Park, Buriram Province. Phanom Rung Stone Castle or Prasat Phnom Rong in Khmer, is a Khmer temple complex set on the rim of an extinct volcano at 1,320 feet (400 m) above sea level, in Buriram province in the Isan region of Thailand. Though a lot smaller […]

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Koh Rong Island, Koh Kong Province, Cambodia

When you think of Cambodia, you probably think of Angkor Wat and its ruined temples surrounded by dense jungle or perhaps the darker days of the tragic cambodian genocide by Khmer Rouge under Pol Pot. You probably don’t think of beaches, but Cambodia is home to some of the beautifulest and most unspoiled beaches in […]

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7 Best Traditional Yoga Schools In India

  Yoga, as an integral part of Hinduism, has been a part of India’s ethos and daily practice for over 5,000 years as a way of freeing the mind, body & spirit. In recent years, yoga has also become popular in the west, inspiring increasing numbers of people to come and study yoga in India in […]

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Upper Middle Rhine Valley Unesco World Heritage

Beautiful Scenery, Historical Past And Mystical Magic. The Middle Rhine is a romantic river valley straight out of a picture book, with abrupt cliffs, precipice vineyards, a castle built on almost every hilltop and lovely villages lining the river banks on either side. Myths and legends originate here, such as the Nibelungen story or Loreley, the […]

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Chachoengsao Province Thailand

Chachoengsao also known as “Paet Riu” is located 80km east of Bangkok inThailand’s central region. It is a central province whose history can be traced back to the reign of King Borom Trailokanat (reigning from 1448 to 1488) of the Ayutthaya Period. Chachoengsao is a fruitfull agricultural area fed by the Bang Pakong River and […]

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Hong Kong Is World’s Number One Top Travel Destination

Hong Kong is the world’s most-visited city for international travelers, thanks to a growing influx of visitors from mainland China, according to a new study. Hong Kong drew 23.8 million visitors in 2012, outpacing Singapore (21.3 million) and Bangkok (15.8 million), market-research firm Euromonitor said in its “Top 100 City Destinations Ranking” report released this […]

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Top 100 City Destinations Ranking

Most visited Cities   Euromonitor International has released the Top City Destinations Ranking, covering 100 of the world’s leading cities in terms of international tourist arrivals. Continued economic growth helped these cities collectively experience a gain of 6.6% in 2012, outpacing the 4.2% growth of overall international arrivals. Within the top 10, six cities are […]

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Bangkok Bikeride

A bike ride through Bangkok provides the perfect way to explore Bangkok and combines sightseeing with activity and fun. The surrounding areas of Bangkok are full of hidden gems and a bike ride across Bangkok is on of the best ways to explore. There are many Touroperator for Bicycle Tours. Here you can book a […]

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Best sights to visit in Hanoi Vietnam

Hanoi is very busy and full of life with a fascinating mix of old and new Vietnam with Chinese and French influences and the oldest existing city in Southeast Asia. Hanoi is changing quickly but still retains a strong sense of identity with a lot of things to see. From the architecture of the Old […]

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Iceland, 10 Top Places to Visit!

Iceland is one of the most spectakular natural sites on the planet. It is a land of massive white glaciers and black sands, blue hot springs, raw lava fields, and green valleys. This North Atlantic island offers insight into the wild power of nature. The Blue Lagoon The Blue Lagoon is Iceland’s famous geothermal spa […]

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State of Hidalgo, Mexico

Situated in central Mexico with a temperate climate, Hidalgo has many natural areas and towns with an impressive cultural heritage. In this state, you can visit Real del Monte, an old mining town that has picturesque houses and buildings with red tile roofs (Part of the Tourism Secretariat’s Magical Towns of Mexico program), and some […]

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Iguazu Falls Argentina/Brazil

Iguazu Falls This splendid array of waterfalls is located in Southern Brasil in the state of Parana on the border between Brasil and  Argentina. The Iguazu River rises near the city of Curitiba and flows through Brazil. Below its confluence with the San Antonio River, the Iguazu River forms the boundary between Argentina and Brazil.   Certainly, the Iguazu […]

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Buenos Aires, Argentina

Buenos Aires, a seductive port city stretches south-to-north along the Rio de la Plata, has been the gateway to Argentina for centuries. Incredible food, fresh young designers, and a thriving cultural scene… All these Buenos Aires has! Buenos Aires is often called the “Paris of South America,” for its soaring architecture and rich European heritage. […]

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Mu Ko Ang Thong National Marine Park, Surat Thani, Thailand

Mu Ko Ang Thong National Marine Park, Surat Thani, Thailand Ang Thong (translates as “golden bowl”) National Marine Park is an archipelago in the gulf of Thailand, Surat Thani province and consists 42 small islands featuring tropical rainforests, hidden lagoons and sandy beaches. This breathtaking group of islands located just a few miles away to […]