Asian top destinations

Bridges don’t belong anywhere. By definition, a bridge has two ends anchored in reality and a middle that floats in space. This deflection of the real world has inspired some artists to get creative. Here are some of the strangest bridges in the world.
Color, in a place where color is unexpected, startles and pleases those who see it. What used to be an ordinary railroad bridge in Wuppertal, Germany was changed into a joy of color by a street artist called Megx. He used a giant Lego as his inspiration. Megx painted the concrete supports the colors of the universally known toys made by a Danish company and included representations of the pillars and holes in each Lego piece. For added realism, Megx installed round structures on the walkway above the bridge to represent pillars on top of the highest Lego.
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The glory of the hot southern resort earned a major Indian city of Chennai (formerly – Madras, taken by the British and abolished in the mid-nineties by local authorities). In this corner of paradise opt most of the tourists who do not represent their holidays without the sea and the beach. This contributes to the tropical climate. The summer is very warm and humid, and temperatures often exceed 40 degrees Celsius mark. The history of the city dates back several thousand years. Since time immemorial former small village famous for its fishing and trade developed Rybolovlev. This feature allows the merchant path is through Madras been laid to form it as a large shopping center. The first European to set foot in the city in the middle of XVI century. These were the Portuguese traveler, followed by the British colonialists arrived who had their views and plans for the future of Madras. Their efforts have been put into operation many companies involved in the main types of heavy industry. Since then, enough time has passed, Madras changed his name to Chennai, has greatly expanded its borders and has become an important industrial and tourist attraction. During the reign of the European colonizers, the city several times alternately passed from hand to hand. Particularly active and tochilas fierce struggle between the French and British troops. Last who conquered the city, were British, and dominating here until the complete liberation of India from colonial influence.
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Siem Reap is located north of the western arm of the Tonle Sap. Siem Reap is considered the cultural capital of Cambodia, which is only one temple complex of Angkor. The climate in Cambodia, humid and hot, tropical. Pronounced boundary between wet summers and dry winters. Summer temperature of 26-32 degrees Celsius, in winter it varies from +22 ° C to +26 ° C. Nearly year-round humidity of 93%. The best time for a guided tour – December-January. During this period the humidity low and not too hot. If the purpose of the trip is to visit Angkor, it is very beautiful in the rainy season. Is Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, Hanoi to Siem Reap made several flights a day from Singapore – three times a week. Without a doubt, the main attraction of Angkor in Siem Reap. Every year the temple complex attend several thousands of tourists from around the world. Before visiting Angkor is better to gather information about him. If this is not possible, get a guide for Angkor or hire a good guide. Excursions can be booked at a hotel in Siem Reap. If you are traveling on your own, then you need to buy a ticket to enter the temples. Tickets are sold in special vaults on the road to Angkor Wat. Start viewing Angkor best with mountain Phnom Bakheng. It is the most ancient temple. It is in honor of him at the mountain of Phnom Bakheng, a second name – Golupura.
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Kolkata is the birthplace of Indian creative intelligentsia. She’s connected life and creative activity of the outstanding poet and public figure of Rabindranath Tagore. Top of the city’s existence put the British colonizers, which is located here first legions of his troops at the end of the XVII century. Since its creation, the city played a role only invoice the East India Company, and was a small village that after the capture of the British was the refuge of hundreds of British workers. A few decades after its founding, Calcutta was conquered from the Europeans Persian invaders, who established weave for a certain period of time to reign. However, after a couple of months, the city was again captured by the British and was elevated to the rank of capital of British colonial possessions in India. Seeing in Kolkata benefit the geographical location and the large resource potential, European rulers have focused on the active development of industrial activities. Since then have been actively implemented such industries as machinery, chemical additives, production of fabrics, rubber, etc. However, it is worth mentioning that in recent years many of the coincidence of circumstances, the progressive development of Calcutta bit stalled, missing Forward Mumbai, is gathering momentum. But, nevertheless, the city still remains a major industrial center and an important sea port, the host every year hundreds of passenger and cargo ships.
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The emergence of a city Bangalore associated with an ancient legend that tells of how an ordinary peasant woman saved from starvation Indian king of Vijayanagar, feed him beans. The grateful monarch is called the settlement “the village of boiled beans”, as translated from the local dialect phrase “Bangalore”. In the days of old gray in turn gave way to the modern city of two common religions – Hinduism and Islam. Such processes are in full effect on the further development and a culture. The formal appearance of the city was marked by the erection of the temple Nandi and clay fortress in the 30s XVI century. The latter became the mainstay and major defense facilities in Bangalore, which consisted at first of several long streets and squares. The Doddapete area is one of the first sights retained its popularity to this day. Since then, each successive heir to the throne to contribute to the building of the city, adding new elements of structure and superstructure. Since the middle of XVI century, local government has consistently changed since Bangalore has been a continuing goal to win many invaders. Therefore, in 1638, overthrew the emperor, his throne was occupied by Muslim Bijapur, commander, received as a gift for the city won a military campaign.
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Asia offers really great destinations, which are affordable, diverse and there are no problems you can move to any point. With exciting cities, majestic beauty, amazing wildlife, stunning architecture, unique festivals, there is no way the trip does not become an unforgettable adventure and really are proper for tourism.
The long bus journey to this remote corner of Indian city Dzhayslmer, was rewarded with another entry into the castle, when in sight of the traveler emerge vast city walls with his 99 round towers rising above the Great Indian Desert. The Tourism Management to this destination offer really great tours and impressive sightseeings, of the ancient places and ancient castles. Once in the Golden City, the look of a man is lost among a series of magnificent “Havana” – former palaces of the rich merchants with their gorgeous balcony railings and sandstone with exquisite ornaments. Wander through the narrow, winding, medieval streets, breathe the air of Dzhayslmer and then go to the camel trek in the dunes of the Thar. Do not miss to see the lavish entrance, which goes into the temple of Krishna and takes you to Lake Gadi Sagarra. At sunset the view is more than inspiring and you will turn back into the orient of Indian Empire.

Srinagar is one of the most beautiful and impressive cities across India. Surrounded by lakes and mountains Srinagar is the largest settlement in the disputed region of Jammu and Kashmir). E located in the valley of Kashmir around on both sides of the river Jhelum River, which is a tributary of the sacred river Indus (Indus). From the capital Delhi Srinagar lies a distance slightly less than 900 miles north. Although Srinagar today is quite busy, he has managed to preserve its romantic atmosphere reminiscent of Venice for local boats and floating houses famous ships. Especially striking here are the two old bridges that connect the two divisions of the city. The unique house-boats are located around the shores of sparkling lakes nearby, especially along the coast of Lake Dal. The name of the city has its etymological meaning of the Sanskrit. It is a combination of two words – GIF, which means wealth and abundance, and soot, which translates as a city. Sri is also the name of Hindu and Goddess Lakshmi (Lakshmi). In Srinagar literally means the town of abundance and wealth. Situated in a favorable climate zone, Srinagar for centuries has been a favorite resting place of the great Indian rulers. They came here to escape the summer heat annoying. From moguls’ rulers, who also preferred recreational Srinagar today have become unique historical monuments, mosques and beautiful gardens. Some of them are Chazma Shahi, representing the royal fountains, palace of fairies – Pari Mahal, the garden of spring – a niche Bagh and others.
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The Indian city of Varanasi, also known as Benares, is one of the sacred places of worship for followers of Hinduism. This colorful religious settlement was called in ancient times more Kashi. It is situated near the left bank of the Ganges, which is a fundamental part of the ritual actions of pilgrims here. From Delhi the capital city is located about 700 km southeast direction. The name Varanasi was formed under the influence of the river Ganges. It is mix of the names of its two tributaries – passing through the northern part of town and that Varuna, which flows through the south – Asi. Often called the “city of temples”, “Sacred City of India”, “City of Lights,” “religious capital of India”, “city of learning” and “cultural capital of India”. Varanasi is the Indian place for the followers, and Buddhist faith is like Mecca for Muslims and Christians of the Holy Sepulchre. Since 5000, the Benares is an important cultural, religious and historical center, which is believed to be protected by Lord Shiva. Mark Twain himself wrote that the city is “older than history, older than tradition, and even twice older than both together”. Many Indian religious leaders, philosophers, poets, writers, singers and musicians even lived in the city, including Buddha, Sankara and Kabir. According to historical sources give Buddha his first sermon near the ancient Kashi. The place is one of the residential suburbs and is located 12 km from the holy city, called Sarnath. In his speech the Buddha reveals the eight steps to achieve no inner peace, enlightenment and nirvana. A little later, Emperor Ashoka built-Maury in honor of the great teacher about 34 meters high column and numerous stupas and sacred buildings.
Here the pilgrims come and sit at one of the preceding steps the river called ghat. There are about 2000 and over 100 hrama4 ghat, some of which are coastal and others – for cremations. Usually they are bathed in the waters of the Ganges and the ritual is known as Shuja. According to beliefs at sunrise immersion purifies the soul from sin, and who died here, and avoid reincarnation. Year about 1 million pilgrims come here to seek harmony.
Source of information: Travelinos.com

Delhi is the second largest metropolis in India and has a population of over 13 million people. Within the metropolis is New Delhi – the capital of the country, which is located in northern India on the banks of river Yamuna. Definitely the city is great modern capital and administrative, culture and education center of the country. The city is an important commercial center, not only for the country, but also for the whole South Asia. The strategic location of the city between Delhi Ridge and the Yamuna River, makes it easy to control the trade routes from northwest to the fertile valley of the Ganges to the southeast. Therefore, the area was inhabited since ancient times, which reflects to the modern vision of the city and determines the rich history of Delhi. A lot of monuments and important building are part from the historical heritage of the metropolis. One of the most important sightseeing in the city is the old town, where the Turks and Mughal rulers constructed several architectural marvels, just like the largest city mosque Jama Masjid. Delhi definitely is one of the Asian top destination and really impress the guests of the city with beautiful artifacts, museums and galleries.
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Travel to India is always filled with a lot of interesting sightseeings and definitely one of the Asian top destinations is the Golden City. Called the Golden City, Jaisalmer is an amazing city in India, reflecting the tradition and culture of Indian people who left here many historical monuments and landmarks. Its location in the northwest, in the province of Rajasthan. The region on the border between Pakistan and India, occupies sandstone ridge in the western part of the Thar Desert. Jaisalmer is best known for its namesake castle. It was built on a hill or mountain Trikuta top three. It was built in 1156 by Reval Jaisalmer after he and his people leave their homes earlier and decided that he would settle here. Today, most residents here are descendants of original settlers. The fortress is 300 meters above the city, was built of yellow sandstone. Of massive walls is about 100 towers. They surround the five linked palace. The biggest of these is the rulers’ residence Raj Mahal. Beyond the thick walls have survived another three Jain temples built between landmark 12 and 15 century, a Hindu temple, and pretty homes of the rich people of that time. In the past, locals have used its good geographical location as a means of enrichment. They charge the passing trade caravans. Jaisalmer is located on the commercial crossroads, linking India with Central Asia, Africa, Persia, Egypt and Arabia. Since the advent of sea routes, however, the region has not won so well by traders and became a mere province.
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