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It's time to hit destination Sri Lanka! - Deccan Herald -
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"From the busy and bustling city life in Colombo to the lush rolling hills of Nuwara Eliya, from hot spicy food to exotic wildlife, Sri Lanka is not only an ideal tourist destination but also an adventure-lover's dream.
Within this small and beautiful island, adventure lovers can shoot rapids on the wild waters at Kitulgala, where David Lean shot the epic 'The Bridge on the River Kwai,' or watch herds of elephants drink at jungle pools, or ride the wild winds and high waves with sail or surfboard."
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"They're attracted to the same qualities that have made San Antonio a
premier destination: the romance of the River Walk, the futuristic
flavor of the Central Library, the history in the houses of the King
William District, and the Spanish heritage reflected in the missions.
These diverse, sometimes surprising qualities have lured filmmakers to
the city since the early 1900s. The first full-length, big-budget
Hollywood movie, "The Warrens of Virginia" was shot here in 1923."
A drive across Russia -
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"Driving across Russia was never on my list of "Things To Do." Now, after 8,000 kilometers and 15 days by car, it's on my list of "Things Never To Do Again."
Why did two Germans, two Russians, and myself, an American, team up for such an adventure? The trip originated with a German named Helge who needed to ship family belongings to his new home in the Mongolian capital of Ulan-Bator. A friend and fellow German named Volker wanted to import equipment for his dental practice in the Siberian city of Chita. Volker also planned to purchase three German passenger cars for resale in Russia to recoup the costs of the trip."
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"Travel - Featured articles:
Driving in other countries
Driving on vacation? In a few countries, you now must have an International Driving Permit, and in many places it sure can't hurt. More
For safety's sake, take a time-out
With more cars on the road, and each of us driving greater distances, highway traffic can get on one's nerves. Combined with fatigue, and you have a recipe for collisions. Here are tips to improve road trips. More
Cars still king on American highways
Despite increasing traffic congestion, Americans still depend on the automobile for mobility, and there's no trend towards change."
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England-Vacations-Travel:
Welcome to Wales - Part 13
Snowdonia National Park
Mount Snowdon Photo courtesy of Dave Newbould While Wales is home to three
national parks - Brecon Beacons National Park, Snowdonia National Park and
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - Snowdonia is one of the most popular
destinations in the country. Mount Snowdon, in northwest Wales, is the
centerpiece of the park and also the tallest mountain in Wales and England
towering over the countryside at 1085 metres (nearly 3,560 feet). The mountain
is an impressive sight in both scenery and proportion. The park itself was
established in 1951 and is one of the largest National Parks in Britain, second
only to England's Lake District.
Much more than a National Park, Snowdonia is a worthwhile area for several
reasons. The park plays host to dozens of recreational opportunities: walking,
hiking, climbing, pony trekking, whitewater rafting and many others. The view
from the summit of Mount Snowdon, whether it is reached by riding the Snowdon
Mountain Railway or by climbing, is spectacular. The mountain overlooks the
landscape of flowing rivers and small mountain villages. Approximately 500,000
people reach the summit each year.
England-Vacations-Travel:
Hampton Court Palace - Part 3
The Chapel Royal, where Henry VIII worshipped, is still a consecrated Anglican
church. It's open for visits from Monday through Saturday, and you can worship
with the choir on Sundays. See the Chapel Royal page at the Hampton Court Palace
Web site for information on religious services.
Also see "Things to See and Do" for descriptions of the King's Apartments of
William III, the Queen's State Apartments of Mary II, the palace's courtyards
and cloisters, and other indoor and outdoor attractions at Hampton Court Palace.
Tudor Kitchens
The Tudor Kitchens of Hampton Court Palace are popular with
visitors of all ages, but they're more than a tourist attraction. In these
reconstructed kitchens, which once occupied 50 rooms of the palace, a team of
"experimental archaeologists" study everyday palace life in Henry VIII's time by
cooking, eating, and working with implements and techniques from the 1500s. They
even make their own clothes, which they wear both on the job and in their living
quarters within the palace.
Note: Hampton Court Palace recommends that you allow 20 minutes for a quick walk
through the Tudor Kitchens or 25 minutes if you're using the free audio-guide.
England-Vacations-Travel:
London - Part 14
The Old Royal Observatory at Greenwich marks the dividing line between the
eastern and western hemispheres, as zero degrees longitude passes through the
Greenwich Meridian. Greenwich Mean Time marks the point of reference for the
world's time zones. Greenwich is home to the National Maritime Museum that is
dedicated to telling the story of Britain and its strong links to the sea.
This
is the world's largest nautical museum. The Cutty Sark is also moored
permanently at Greenwich. Built in 1869, this clipper ship was used to carry tea
between the east and England. Sadly these high-speed sailing ships were soon
made obsolete by steam.
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Gloucestershire History -
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England-Vacations-Travel:
The Tower of London - Part 3
The Tower continued to be used as a prison during two World Wars, and the
presence of German soldiers and spies in the Tower may well have protected it
from bombing. The most famous German prisoner was Rudolf Hess, the Deputy F hrer
of the Third Reich, who spent five days in Queen's House after flying from
Germany to Scotland in May, 1941.
Executions Contrary to popular belief, only a small number of executions have
taken place within the Tower of London. Most condemned prisoners were taken to
Tower Hill or other places in London for beheading or to be hung, drawn, and
quartered.
Six beheadings have occurred on Tower Green. Anne Boleyn, the second wife of
Henry VIII, was executed by a French swordsman in 1536; Catherine Howard,
Henry's fifth wife, lay her head on the block in 1542. Lady Jane Grey, who
reigned as Queen for only nine days in 1553, died by the axe in 1554 for
"usurping the throne of England."
England-Vacations-Travel:
London - Part 15
A cruise up river from Westminster Pier can take you as far as Hampton Court.
This delightful journey takes a lot longer than the one to Greenwich, and passes
through more rural areas.
Of all the royal palaces that can be seen, Hampton
Court is the most interesting. It offers architecture from two periods, Tudor
and Regency, as well as extensive gardens, including the world famous maze
referred to in Jerome K. Jerome's novel 'Three Men in a Boat.' The initial goal
for visitors to the maze is to get to the middle of it; getting out again is
another challenge.
A perfect day away from the rush and crush of London is to
take the morning boat down to Hampton Court, and to spend time in its lovely
garden setting with the Thames as a backdrop.
England-Vacations-Travel:
Welcome to Wales - Part 13
Snowdonia National Park
Mount Snowdon Photo courtesy of Dave Newbould While Wales is home to three
national parks - Brecon Beacons National Park, Snowdonia National Park and
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - Snowdonia is one of the most popular
destinations in the country. Mount Snowdon, in northwest Wales, is the
centerpiece of the park and also the tallest mountain in Wales and England
towering over the countryside at 1085 metres (nearly 3,560 feet). The mountain
is an impressive sight in both scenery and proportion. The park itself was
established in 1951 and is one of the largest National Parks in Britain, second
only to England's Lake District.
Much more than a National Park, Snowdonia is a worthwhile area for several
reasons. The park plays host to dozens of recreational opportunities: walking,
hiking, climbing, pony trekking, whitewater rafting and many others. The view
from the summit of Mount Snowdon, whether it is reached by riding the Snowdon
Mountain Railway or by climbing, is spectacular. The mountain overlooks the
landscape of flowing rivers and small mountain villages. Approximately 500,000
people reach the summit each year.
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England-Vacations-Travel:
Welcome to Wales - Part 13
Snowdonia National Park
Mount Snowdon Photo courtesy of Dave Newbould While Wales is home to three
national parks - Brecon Beacons National Park, Snowdonia National Park and
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - Snowdonia is one of the most popular
destinations in the country. Mount Snowdon, in northwest Wales, is the
centerpiece of the park and also the tallest mountain in Wales and England
towering over the countryside at 1085 metres (nearly 3,560 feet). The mountain
is an impressive sight in both scenery and proportion. The park itself was
established in 1951 and is one of the largest National Parks in Britain, second
only to England's Lake District.
Much more than a National Park, Snowdonia is a worthwhile area for several
reasons. The park plays host to dozens of recreational opportunities: walking,
hiking, climbing, pony trekking, whitewater rafting and many others. The view
from the summit of Mount Snowdon, whether it is reached by riding the Snowdon
Mountain Railway or by climbing, is spectacular. The mountain overlooks the
landscape of flowing rivers and small mountain villages. Approximately 500,000
people reach the summit each year.
England-Vacations-Travel:
The Tower of London - Crown Jewels - Part 3
Some of the items to look for during your visit include:
The Cullinan I diamond, also known as the First Star of Africa, is the largest
top-quality cut diamond in the world. It weighs slightly more than 530 carats
and is mounted on the Sceptre. (The Cullinan I was one of nine large diamonds
and 96 small brilliants cut over a period of eight months from the Cullinan
diamond, which weighed 3,106 carats uncut.)
The Cullinan II, the world's second-largest top-quality cut diamond, weighs 317
carats and is on the front of the Imperial State Crown.
The Koh-I-Noor ("Mountain of Light") diamond, weighs 105.6 carats and is mounted
on the Queen Mother's Crown. Many legends are associated with the diamond, which
was surrendered by the Maharajah of Lahore to the Queen of England when the
British Empire annexed the Punjab in 1849.
England-Vacations-Travel:
The North of England - Part 9
The Shambles:
Another of the better-known attractions in York is The Shambles. This medieval
street was originally named for the slaughterhouses that used to be its main
feature. You can still see the butchers hooks in the beams of the buildings.
Although touristy it nonetheless is unique and picturesque. The street is so
narrow that it would be almost possible with outstretched arms to touch its
buildings on either side. Today s Shambles is filled with interesting antique
shops, bookstores and galleries all housed in timbered buildings that seem to
bend at very precarious angles. The effect is most attractive and provides a
totally old world experience.
In Britain s golden age of the railway, York prospered as the headquarters of
the long departed North Eastern Railway. This railway heritage is well reflected
in that York is the home of Britain s National Railway Museum.
This place is
well worth a visit even for somebody who has no interest in trains. The models,
memorabilia and posters are fascinating, but it s the steam locomotives
themselves that are the high point here. By far the most impressive thing here
though is the beautifully streamlined locomotive
The Mallard (whose 1938 speed
record has never been matched), this wonderful example of engineering at its
most aesthetic will entice any visitor. The museum is housed in an old railway
station, and as well as the locomotives visitors can visit railways coaches
including Queen Victoria s royal saloon. In an annex it s also possible for
visitors to observe the restoration process on the museum s latest additions.
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England-Vacations-Travel:
London - Part 2
The magic of London probably lies in its universal appeal and the diversity of
its attractions, which is as vast as the city itself. It would be impossible to
see anything but a fraction of it in the course of a week's visit.
Many fans of
this great city spend a lifetime visiting as often as they can, discovering
something new and exciting during each trip. As well as the world famous sites
such as Buckingham Palace, The Tower of London, or Piccadilly Circus - to name
but three, what really makes London so special are the countless lesser-known
attractions and experiences which in many cases are less tangible but
nonetheless unique.
The most lasting memories of a trip to London could include an interesting
conversation with a taxi driver, or a lunchtime pint in a crowded East End pub.
England-Vacations-Travel:
Welcome to Wales - Part 13
Snowdonia National Park
Mount Snowdon Photo courtesy of Dave Newbould While Wales is home to three
national parks - Brecon Beacons National Park, Snowdonia National Park and
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - Snowdonia is one of the most popular
destinations in the country. Mount Snowdon, in northwest Wales, is the
centerpiece of the park and also the tallest mountain in Wales and England
towering over the countryside at 1085 metres (nearly 3,560 feet). The mountain
is an impressive sight in both scenery and proportion. The park itself was
established in 1951 and is one of the largest National Parks in Britain, second
only to England's Lake District.
Much more than a National Park, Snowdonia is a worthwhile area for several
reasons. The park plays host to dozens of recreational opportunities: walking,
hiking, climbing, pony trekking, whitewater rafting and many others. The view
from the summit of Mount Snowdon, whether it is reached by riding the Snowdon
Mountain Railway or by climbing, is spectacular. The mountain overlooks the
landscape of flowing rivers and small mountain villages. Approximately 500,000
people reach the summit each year.
England-Vacations-Travel:
The North of England - Part 3
Getting There
Apart from the three London airports, the U.K. s alternative airline gateway is
at Manchester. Manchester Airport is increasingly becoming an important
international gateway and transfer point.
There are direct flights here from all
major European centers, many cities in the U.S.A. and Canada, and from Asia and
Australia. The added advantage of Manchester Airport is that it is directly
linked to the rest of the North by an efficient rail service and the airport is
much less congested than the other major British airports.
To reach the North from other parts of the U.K. there are frequent train
services to all major and most of the smaller cities and towns. The expansive
network of National Express also keeps the North well linked by bus to the rest
of the country.
Renting a car can be advantageous, particularly if a visit to the more remote
country areas is planned. For traveling in larger cities it s best to leave
private vehicles in the suburbs and switch to public transport.
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