Undoubtedly the jewel of Europe, Netherlands is a country in north-western Europe. It borders the North Sea to the north and west, and its neighbouring countries are Belgium and Germany.
Be it the capital Amsterdam with its famous Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, Stedelijk Museum of Modern Art, Rembrandt House, its Heineken experience for beer lovers and stunning 17th century canals, the Keukenhof Gardens at Lisse, West Frisian islands, the seaside resorts in Scheveningen, Noordwijk and Bergen, islands of Zeelands, Haarlem with its excellent museums, Maastricht’s vibrant nightlife, Delft- home to Vermeer and blue and white pottery, the Hoge Veluwe National Park near Arnhem or for the open-air museums at Arnhem, Enkhuizen and Zaandam; Netherlands has been able to attract a large number of tourists. Its other main cities are Rotterdam, Utrecht and The Hague. The best time to visit Netherlands is from June to August. Visit the Keukenhof gardens with its flower shows, gardens of daffodils, and fields of tulips which are a feast for the eyes from mid-March to mid-May.
A country of windmills, cafes, cheese, bridges and canals, coffee shops, stunning countryside with its triangular rooftop shaped cubic houses, dikes, national parks, museums and sheep patrolled polders; Netherlands’ mesmerizing beauty is hard to miss.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Manitoba
A world class fishing destination for anglers, and the opportunity to snorkel with or kayak alongside the thousands of beluga whales; Manitoba is a simple but powerful strip of Canada. Its bordering regions are Ontario, Saskatchewan, Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and the U.S. states of North Dakota and Minnesota. Home to saltwater coastline on the Hudson Bay and to one of the world’s largest lakes - the Lake Winnipeg, Manitoba is a truly Canadian prairie province.
Be it Winnipeg, the capital of Manitoba, famous for Fort Gibraltar, churches, numerous parks, casinos and museums, the Beluga whales and Polar Bear capital of the world - Churchill, the Canadian Fossil Discovery Center at Morden, the Pisew Falls which are Manitoba’s highest accessible natural falls, the lakes and Riding Mountain National Park in Wasagaming famous for wildlife viewing, horseback riding, trail hiking and cycling, the Wapusk National Park along the Hudson Bay’s shores near Churchill known for waterfowl and shorebirds, or the mountainous and wooded village of Flin Flon which is home to a standalone statue called Flonatin; Manitoba boasts of some fascinating places. The best time to visit Manitoba is during the fall months of September and October, and also during autumn and summer.
With maple tree woodlands, spurting rivers, graveled landscapes, magnificent creatures such as polar bears and wild moose, and a rugged coastline, a trip to Manitoba should not be missed!
Be it Winnipeg, the capital of Manitoba, famous for Fort Gibraltar, churches, numerous parks, casinos and museums, the Beluga whales and Polar Bear capital of the world - Churchill, the Canadian Fossil Discovery Center at Morden, the Pisew Falls which are Manitoba’s highest accessible natural falls, the lakes and Riding Mountain National Park in Wasagaming famous for wildlife viewing, horseback riding, trail hiking and cycling, the Wapusk National Park along the Hudson Bay’s shores near Churchill known for waterfowl and shorebirds, or the mountainous and wooded village of Flin Flon which is home to a standalone statue called Flonatin; Manitoba boasts of some fascinating places. The best time to visit Manitoba is during the fall months of September and October, and also during autumn and summer.
With maple tree woodlands, spurting rivers, graveled landscapes, magnificent creatures such as polar bears and wild moose, and a rugged coastline, a trip to Manitoba should not be missed!
A small slice of Italy
A beautiful country with an enduring appeal, Italy is located on the Italian peninsula in Southern Europe. Italy’s northern edge of the Alpine mountains is surrounded by France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia.
Be it Rome boasting of its grand monument- the colosseum, renaissance palaces and medieval churches, the romantic city of Venice with its canals, gondola rides, museums and churches, Florence boasting of its museums and Renaissance architectural and art centres, the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, Milan’s famous Duomo and fashion hub, Naples historic treasures, Sicily’s home of art and architecture, Turin for its museums and historic café, Genoa- the principal seaport or the Vatican city with its St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel, Italy is home to many sites which are worth a visit. The best time to visit Italy is from April to September.
A place of olive oil, pastas, pizzas, wine, beautiful landscapes, roman ruins and renaissance palaces, Italy offers a plethora of enchanting and captivating surprises to its tourists.
Be it Rome boasting of its grand monument- the colosseum, renaissance palaces and medieval churches, the romantic city of Venice with its canals, gondola rides, museums and churches, Florence boasting of its museums and Renaissance architectural and art centres, the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, Milan’s famous Duomo and fashion hub, Naples historic treasures, Sicily’s home of art and architecture, Turin for its museums and historic café, Genoa- the principal seaport or the Vatican city with its St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel, Italy is home to many sites which are worth a visit. The best time to visit Italy is from April to September.
A place of olive oil, pastas, pizzas, wine, beautiful landscapes, roman ruins and renaissance palaces, Italy offers a plethora of enchanting and captivating surprises to its tourists.
Marseille
A vibrant world! Combining tradition and modernity, Marseille is the oldest city and the 2nd most populous in France. Home to France’s largest commercial port, it forms the third largest metropolitan area.
Discover Marseille through its parks and museums, monuments such as Palais Du Pharo and Palais Longchamp, Saint-Lauren Church, Saint-Jean and Saint Nicholas fortress, and the If-Castle and Frioul Islands. With sea, hills and calanques, adventure sports such as diving and sea-canoeing, beach rugby and golf are available. The best time to visit Marseille is May and June. July and August being hot and humid, is only for the beach lovers. April is ideal for those who wish to see the carnival.
Discover Marseille through its parks and museums, monuments such as Palais Du Pharo and Palais Longchamp, Saint-Lauren Church, Saint-Jean and Saint Nicholas fortress, and the If-Castle and Frioul Islands. With sea, hills and calanques, adventure sports such as diving and sea-canoeing, beach rugby and golf are available. The best time to visit Marseille is May and June. July and August being hot and humid, is only for the beach lovers. April is ideal for those who wish to see the carnival.
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