Tokyo Attractions

January 15, 2009 at 7:16 am · Filed under Tokyo Attractions ·Tagged , , ,

Tokyo, the capital city of Japan, lies at the center of the most populated area in the world, Greater Tokyo. This wealthy metropolis of Japan is a wondrous amalgam of hi-tech modernity and ancient Japanese heritage. Despite its population of 32 million people, Tokyo is one of the most courteous cities in the world. There are many Tokyo attractions that make a visit to the city worthwhile.

Among the popular Tokyo attractions is Tokyo Disney Park, the third most visited Disney Park in the world. The first Disney Park built outside the US, it is not owned by the Walt Disney Company. There are quite a few Disneyland hotels built around the park to attract visitors to the picturesque location.

Other great places to see in Tokyo are Ueno Zoo, Tokyo Sea Life Park, Hakone and Mount Fuji, and Sanrio Puro Land. The Ueno zoological garden is the oldest zoo in Japan, and a must on any Tokyo sightseeing itinerary. With over 2,650 animals from 465 different species, the zoo is quite a visual treat. Other Tokyo tourist places include the Tokyo Sea Life Park, a large aquarium located in the Kasai Rinkai Park, which is sure to captivate you. The Shingawa underwater aquarium is famous for its entertaining sea lions and dolphins.

Fiji and Hakone are places you must visit. You can get passes for the area that are valid for three days. These passes allow you to avail of return transport and admission to various tourist attractions in this area at reduced prices. There are various kinds of transport like cable car, sightseeing cruise, bus, train and ropeway through which you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Mount Fuji and Fuji Five Lakes.

One of the major Tokyo tourist places is the Sanrio Puro Land indoor theme park. It includes attractions like the Discovery Theater, Sanrio character boat ride, Time Machine of Dreams and Kitty’s House — each one a sheer entertainer. You can definitely have a great time doing some Tokyo sightseeing.

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Shanghai Attractions

December 2, 2008 at 11:26 am · Filed under Shanghai Attractions ·Tagged , ,

Shanghai is one of the most happening cities in China, a symbol of the country’s growing wealth and power. Shanghai attractions — including its culture, nightlife and shopping — attract a lot of tourists. There are so many things to do in Shanghai that you be can be sure that you’ll have an action-packed time there. There are also lots of things to see too, so Shanghai sightseeing can be quite an experience.

Shanghai Attractions - Bund

Shanghai Attractions - Bund

Top Shanghai attractions include the Bund, the Shanghai Museum, and the Huangpu River Cruise. The best of way of seeing the city is to do it on your own. But if you’re less adventurous, you can always opt for one of the many operators that offer daily Shanghai sightseeing tours.

If you’re looking for action, you won’t be short of things to do in Shanghai. The city is renowned for its nightlife, and you’ll find great bars, pubs, dance clubs, theatres and restaurants all over the city. Some of the other Shanghai attractions include Chenghuang Miao (Temple of the Town God), Jin Jiang Amusement Park, the Shanghai Art Museum, the Ocean Aquarium, the Wen Miao Confucius temple and so on.

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Kuala Lumpur Attractions

December 1, 2008 at 9:52 am · Filed under Kuala Lumpur Attractions ·Tagged , ,

Kuala Lumpur Attractions - Lake Gardens

Kuala Lumpur Attractions - Lake Gardens

The glittering city of Kuala Lumpur showcases Malaysia’s growing power and wealth, and has become a major tourist destination. Kuala Lumpur attractions include its amazing scenery, colourful markets, architectural wonders and theme parks. Kuala Lumpur sightseeing can be an amazing experience for the visitor. Plus, there are plenty of things to do in Kuala Lumpur for a memorable holiday.

There are lots of operators that offer Kuala Lumpur sightseeing tours – whether it’s full day, half-day or even extended tours. Some Kuala Lumpur attractions include Little India, Kampung Baru, the oldest Malay residential area in Kuala Lumpur, the spectacular Batu Caves, a place of pilgrimage for Hindus, the National Museum, the Thean Hou Temple and of course the Petronas Towers.

If you’re looking for fun things to do in Kuala Lumpur, there are exciting theme park and rides, including Sunway Lagoon, Genting, Berjaya Hills, Lost Word of Tambun, A’Famosa Water World, Cosmo’s World Theme Park etc. Not to be missed are the Lake Gardens, the National Zoo, and the Aquaria KLCC aquarium with over 5,000 freshwater and marine creatures on display.

There’s also a vibrant night life in Kuala Lumpur, including nightclubs, pubs and lounges. There are also lovely beaches nearby where you can take in the sun and loll in the sand. There’s something for everyone in KL.

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Los Angeles Attractions

November 29, 2008 at 5:13 pm · Filed under Los Angeles Attractions ·Tagged , ,

Los Angeles Attractions - Hollywood Boulevard

Los Angeles Attractions - Hollywood Boulevard

Los Angeles in Sunny California is a magnet for tourists. One of the biggest Los Angeles attractions is Hollywood Boulevard, which includes the most famous theatres in the world, like the Chinese Theatre, the Egyptian Theatre, the Kodak Theatre and Pantages Theatre. There’s no shortage of things to do in Los Angeles either.

Los Angeles Attractions - Bunker Hill

Los Angeles Attractions - Bunker Hill

There’s a huge menu of options when it comes to sightseeing in Los Angeles, including Bunker Hill, the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument, Griffith Observatory etc. There’s of course lots of things to do in Los Angeles – shopping on Rodeo Drive for haute couture fashion, visiting Disneyland, taking in the sun and sand at its beautiful beaches, hopping on to the partying scene at the city’s innumerable nightclubs, bars and lounges…

Tour operators offer a variety of options for sightseeing in Los Angeles. There are city tours, theme parks, museums, tours of Universal Studios, shopping tours – the sky is the limit when it comes to Los Angeles attractions!

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New York Attractions

November 28, 2008 at 7:09 pm · Filed under New York Attractions ·Tagged , ,

The New York is where all the action takes place. It’s a favorite of tourists from around the world who flock to get a taste of all the enormously varied New York tourist attractions. For those who don’t want to get lost in this huge and bustling metropolis, there are tour operators who offer daily New York sightseeing tours. But there’s no better way of getting a taste of New York attractions than to do it on your own.

New York Tourist Attractions - Status of Liberty

New York Tourist Attractions - Status of Liberty

New York tourist attractions include, of course, the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbour, Central Park, Empire State Building, the Metropolitan Museum, the Rockefeller Center, Times Square and the United Nations. There are many tour operators offering daily New York sightseeing tours on hop-on, hop-off buses, including double-deckers. They’re the best option if you want to do a quick recce of the city, and go later to places that you really like.

Of course, there are many other New York attractions – museums, art galleries, parks, nightclubs. You’ll never ever run short of things to see and do in this city. New York is famous for its nightlife; heaven for the partying types. Jazz clubs, nightclubs, sports bars, comedy clubs, pool halls and bowling alleys are there practically all through the city.

New York Tourist Attractions - Bowling Alley

New York Tourist Attractions - Bowling Alley

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New Delhi Attractions

November 19, 2008 at 5:49 am · Filed under New Delhi Attractions ·Tagged , ,

New Delhi, the capital of India, has many things to offer visitors. The biggest New Delhi attractions are its historical monuments which you can find all over the city. Other Delhi tourist attractions include exciting nightlife, restaurants serving traditional Indian and foreign cuisine, bazaars and markets and modern malls.

New Delhi Attractions - Red Fort

New Delhi Attractions - Red Fort

Tourist places in Delhi are many, and there’s something for everybody. For someone interested in history, Delhi tourist attractions would include the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, the Jama Masjid, and the Old Fort or the Purana Qila. New Delhi attractions would include Lutyen’s Delhi which includes Connaught Place, Rajpath, Parliament House etc.

If you like to sample the local cuisine, Karim’s restaurant has become famous for its meaty dishes like kababs and biryanai. There are lots of hole-in-the wall places that serve that trademark Indian dish – the tandoori chicken. Fancier places offer the best of Continental cuisine, Chinese, Japanese, Mexican and so on.

Delhi Tourist Attractions - Lodi Garden

Delhi Tourist Attractions - Lodi Garden

There are tourist places in Delhi to satisfy the appetite of any traveller. It can be a voyage of never-ending discovery.

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Mumbai Attractions

November 12, 2008 at 7:57 am · Filed under Mumbai Attractions ·Tagged , , ,

Mumbai, which used to be known as Bombay earlier, is the commercial capital of the country, and is a throbbing, vibrant metropolis that never sleeps. It’s not exactly renowned for its beauty, but for a visitor looking for excitement and new experiences, Mumbai attractions are many indeed. Bombay attractions include its exciting nightlife, its amazing variety of restaurants, and, not least, its colorful people.

Gateway of India

Gateway of India

There are of course many places to visit. Mumbai places to see include the Gateway of India, the business precinct of Nariman Point, the Elephanta Caves, which is just a short boat ride away from the Gateway of India, and Juhu beach, where many of the Bollywood stars live. Other places on the list of Mumbai places to see are the Sanjay Gandhi National Park in the northern part of the city and a green oasis in the concrete jungle, and the Prince of Wales Museum in south Bombay.

For many visitors, Mumbai sightseeing tours are the best way of getting a quick look at the city’s various attractions. There are many operators offering Mumbai sightseeing tours – these usually start early in the mornings and end at night. Good if you don’t want to deal with Mumbai traffic or its overcrowded public transport systems.

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