Pula is a city located in Istria County, Croatia. The city is one of the most authentic and varied locations in the whole of Istria. Pula has a rich history and this is evident in the huge quantity of architectural remains preserved. Pula was Istria’s political head quarters since times of Roman Rule. Pula was also an important port. It has a long tradition as a ship building center. Along with this, Pula is also known for its flourishing wine making, fishing and tourism industries. One of the most affordable tourist destinations, Pula is filled with ancient roman ruins and other architectural attractions, besides these, the beaches at Verudela peninsula and the innumerable restaurants, bars and discotheques are excellent reasons to make Pula your next destination. The Main Attractions The  [...]

Slum tourism has been a lot in the news in recent times and has been portrayed in both positive and negative lights. Many heated debates on the fine line between voyeurism and tourism have been going on. The obviously welcome economic benefits can not be ignored. Many people have admitted that slum tourism, while not perceived by many in the best taste, can be used as a medium by which awareness of the abject poverty and the problems faced by the slum dwellers can be spread and the economic status of the slum inhabitants can be improved. The biased view that many people have about slum areas can also be eradicated with slum tours. Dharavi, Mumbai Dharavi is a 175 hectare area sprawling slum area in Mumbai. It is one of the largest slums in Asia. It is spread over the Mumbai suburbs Sion,  [...]

Pondicherry is the capital of the union territory of the same name in India.  Located in the southern part of India, Pondicherry was the largest colony occupied by the French in India. The city, which possesses a rich history of trade, war and politics, is known as La Cote d’Azur de l’Est , which means French Riviera of the East. A city with two personalities, Pondicherry has retained its strong French influence while remaining an Indian city. French is spoken and understood by a considerable number of people. The heady mixture of France in India is truly an intoxicating one. People come to Pondicherry searching for peace and spirituality and get what they need. This city has spirituality in the air. The pace of living is relaxed and friendly. Pondicherry is a perfect place to get  [...]

Granada is a city that has a marked place in the pages of history. Arguably the greatest city in Spain, Granada is located in the province of Granada in Andalusia, Southern Spain. Its glorious past, its monuments, its vibrant population and its host of other activities and places to see, Granada is an extremely apt choice to spend your holiday. The places of cultural interest in Granada are numerous. The city is also filled with numerous master works in architecture. Also, Sierra Nevada which is in the vicinity offers some excellent skiing and trekking opportunities. Places to see For stays of more than four or five days, it is recommended that you buy the Bono card, which gives you direct entry and discounts to several places in Granada. Nine bus trips and a 24 hour ticket to the  [...]

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a union territory under the Republic of India. These islands were famous in the history pages as “the Siberia of British India” because they were used during British rule in India as a penal colony for Indian freedom fighters. Placing history apart, The Andamans are a preferred tourist spot if you want a slice of history along with some scenic beauty. The islands are filled with a plethora of flora and fauna. The islands are geographically blessed with diversity. Coral Islands, blue seas, dense vegetation, tall mountains and even a volcano! Anthropologists know that some of the last isolated Eurasian tribes live here. The attractions for tourists in The Andamans are numerous and varied. The main places one would not want to miss are :- Cellular  [...]

St. Petersburg is known to be one of the most amazing cities in Russia. This city is situated in the western part of Russia and is fondly known to be the city of Czar Peter the great. There are many attractions in the city including the remarkable bridges, the beauty infused parks, wide avenues and the waterside promenades. This place turns into a winter wonderland in the months from November to February. This place houses some of the most amazing structures in the globe. Places to visit around in St. Petersburg There are some amazing places where you can head onto in St. Petersburg. These places are known to be some of the remarkable destinations to visit here. The Winter Palace The Winter Palace is known to be one of the ideal tourist sites to visit in St. Petersburg. This  [...]

Casablanca is known to be one of the rich and diverse tourist destinations to visit in Morocco. The first thought that comes to the mind when you hear the name is the movie ‘Casablanca” which starred Humphrey Bogart and Paul Henreid. The glitz and the glamour of the movie adds to the charm when you hear this name. The gorgeous landscapes and the mystic beaches and the snow capped peaks of the mountains in Casablanca are some of the attractions in the place. The physical beauty of the place which simply unmatched. Casablanca is located on the western tip of Africa and is known to be the largest city in Morocco. This place is also popular and is the commercial capital of the region. The city is quite neat and has a number of public parks, leather utilities and cloth merchandise. This  [...]

Ottawa is known to be one of the most amazing places to visit in Canada. This place is known to be the most remarkable location in the country. The capital region of Canada is known to be one of the foremost interesting tourist destinations. When you visit this place, you must let your spirits soar above the 300 years of nation building which has blanketed the most glorious buildings, heritage and diverse museums, and the cultural venues here. There are many interesting places where you can visit here. The Canadian War Museum is one of the foremost and the most important place to visit in Ottawa. This museum houses some of the rare and the best history of the rich military of Canada. This museum is located in a new building in Downtown Ottawa and is known to be one of the best attractions  [...]

Venezuela is known to be one of the most coolest and one of the best places to visit with your family and friends in South America. Venezuela is an amazing land which is very popular among tourists visiting this place from all over the world. The country is known to be one of the major tourist hotspots in the world. These places are known to be paradise on the earth and are simply amazing tourist destinations. There are a lot of beaches and historical sites where you can visit here. There are many remarkable places where you can visit in Venezuela. These places are simply the best destinations. Places to visit in Venezuela Central Venezuela is known to be one of the best tourist destinations in the country. Most of the original inhabitants of this country reside here. There are  [...]

Egypt is an amazing tourist destination to visit in the world. There are some remarkable places to visit in Egypt. These places are a favorite destination for all the travelers who visit this part of the world. Egypt has always been a popular tourist destination from the point of view of being a great historic site to visit. These places are simply great and quite interesting. Places to visit in Egypt There are some great sites to visit in Egypt. These places are simply interesting and are of great tourist interest. Cairo is known to be one of the most interesting and the most amazing place to visit in Egypt. The city of Cairo is known to be one of the most amazing and the most attractive city in the entire region. There are many museums, waterfronts and ancient monuments you can  [...]