A Pink City in India

by moss on May 16, 2012

There seems to be a city for each color in India. Jaisalmer as the Golden City, Jodhpur as the Blue City, and now, we immerse ourselves in Jaipur, the Pink City. Jaipur owes its color to a composite coating of slaked lime, along with natural pigments known as stucco. The pink dye, taken as a symbol of the city, is the key to record our memories while visiting the city also is the state capital of Rajasthan.

Jaipur is one of the oldest and most historic cities in India. The old town area, it is precisely the one that stands out for its salmon pink color, a hue that the tradition of Rajasthan, believes to bring good fortune.

In Jaipur, stately buildings stand as the Hawa Mahal Palace, built in 1799 as an extension of zenama or royal harem.

The number of windows, a total 953, had the functionality to allow real women to observe the street without being seen. In addition, wind from the windows, the Palácio earned him the name of Palace of the Winds. Jaipur is the symbol and one of the best examples of Rajput architecture.

The wall, we see in some of the images, completely surround the city. Also in Jaipur is a famous astronomical observatory complex built in 1728 by Maharaja Jai Singh since 2010, was declared a World Heritage Site. The pink city, in addition, merits our list of great places.

A Floating Community in India

by moss on May 16, 2012

In India, there is a town around a lake that knew how to “own” the water, or better, add the lake as part of a semi-aquatic city. The lake, for hundreds of years, is populated by houseboats and “itinerant”. There is even a small community or “floating slum” with their own markets in water, their “gardens” of water lilies, boats, school, and even stores that could move easily from side to side. Everything happens on the Dal Lake, in the city of Srinagar.

The first thing you read when searching for information on Srinagar (the largest city in the state of Jammu and Kashmir) on sites like Wikitravel , is that the area is heavily affected by the recent violence for political reasons, which is a militarized zone and away from the peaceful image that usually associate with other regions of India. Often, there are demonstrations and rallies that can end with expressions of violence at any moment. Although the situation appears to be more relaxed in recent times is very important to learn before thinking of visiting the site.

There is little that is sensed from the above by looking at the images that illustrate the post, especially in the vicinity of Dal Lake, the heart of Srinagar. The shallow lake is dotted with boats and houseboats, a way of life displayed around the water where people live, old boats nearly swamped in the mud in very poor areas, and even boats to houseboats that look like a small palace. The boats are known as shikaras, and are extremely colorful in contrast to the predominantly gray ground. Nevertheless, the Dal Lake of tranquility pervades the place, and a strange stillness as that is almost mirrored in its waters.

Not everything is so idyllic even in the lake. In addition to the social and political problems of the region, especially Dal Lake, there are problems of excessive growth of aquatic plants, and are needed almost constantly cleaning:

On land, the city of Srinagar is chaotic, with a particular architecture:

Many of the houseboats, offers accommodation for tourists, it is certainly the best way to sleep in Srinagar. The houseboats have between 2 to 5 bedrooms, bathroom, dining room and deck to enjoy the outdoors. Ideally, it is not booked before you arrive, and yes, know this before confirming a stay to avoid bad experiences. Srinagar is one of the faces of this multifaceted region of Asia, still an amazing place (and even for bad reasons) remain away from the main tourist routes.

A Temple of Gold that Appears to Float in India

by moss on May 16, 2012

The Golden Temple of Amritsar (or Harmandir Sahib) is great from any angle. It is the holiest site of Sikhism, practiced by 25 million people and is located in the city of Amritsar in India.

The Golden Temple in addition to imposing elegance is reflected in the water of their environment, as it is built on a platform in the pool of amrit, precisely to achieve that effect so special. The Golden Temple is the heart of a square surrounding the pond. Started building in 1589 and completed in 1601, has since become the most sacred of this religion, which also have to pilgrimage once in their life. Covered with marble, both the environment and the temple square, the particularity of Harmandir Sahib is the rolled gold and gold accents on all four doors.

The holy waters of the pond are also used as a purification bath, with the charm to be a place where fishes live, for gold approaching visitors. The holy city of Amritsar moves from every angle, and is one of the wonders, although not so well-known, in India.

A guide to international delivery

by admin on May 15, 2012

There are lots of different options for sending a delivery abroad. The best means of sending your delivery really depends on the type of shipment you’re sending and how quickly it means to be there. Here is a brief summary of the available range of services.

Postal service:

If your packages under 2 kg in weight, you don’t need a signed for delivery, and it is not urgent then the most cost-effective means of sending your shipment is by post, however be aware there is no guarantee as to how long it will take to be delivered, you will not be able to track your shipment while it’s in transit and if it does get lost you will not be able to claim any compensation.

Courier Service

If you’re sending an international delivery between 0 to 300 kg, a courier services is the fastest, most accountable and reliable means of delivery. That’s because most courier services offer:

Signed for delivery
Real-time tracking
Compensation for lost or damage
A range of express and economy delivery options to suit every budget
Day and time definite delivery

Air, Road and Sea Freight

If you’re sending a shipment that’s over 300 kg in weight, it may be more economical to send your shipment by freight. This is normally only suitable for shipments which are palletised, enabling the goods to be forklifted on and off. Key points:

The goods generally travel direct to the nearest airports or port, and are then transported directly by dedicated vehicle to the final destination.
Tracking and traceability is more limited than with courier deliveries
Prices vary from day to day so there is generally no set price list available.
Most freight shipments will have a quoted transit time, however that transit time is generally not guaranteed.

A Beach Located Inland in Asturias

by moss on May 15, 2012

It’s called Gulpiyuri Beach, and is relatively isolated, so it is preserved almost intact. Gulpiyuri is a beach that curiously, is inland among green meadows. The explanation is that in a coastline of cliffs of karst origin, the sea was able to dig a cave inward while a collision (as a sinkhole) left a hole of about 100 meters from the coast and connected with the sea.

The cave then connects with the sand and the “interior beach” which is truly an enviable beauty. The Gulpiyuri beach is accessible from the beach of San Antolin, halfway between Ribadesella and Llanes, and north of the Town of Ships.

Gorge in Turquoise Waters in France

by moss on May 15, 2012

It is regularly named as one of the most beautiful rivers (and throat) of allEurope. And the images add points for that. With about 25 kilometers long and up to 700 meters deep, the Verdon Gorge (Gorges du Verdon) is located southeast ofFranceand earns its name from its turquoise-colored water.

The most impressive section is located between the towns of Castellane and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, fortified by a fall of limestone and the route leading to the artificiallakeofSainte-Croix-du-Verdon. The canyon is one of the most spectacular of allEurope, and is frequented by tourists, especially in summer and attracted by the possibility of climbing or kayaking, fishing, paragliding and hiking.

Chittorgarh, the Biggest Strength of India

by moss on May 15, 2012

On a hill 180 meters south of Bhilwara inRajasthan,India, is the strong Chittorgarh was built in the seventh century. It is the largest in India: its dimensions are huge (2.8 square kilometers), surrounded by walls that for centuries surround also impressive buildings including temples, palaces and towers up to 37 meters tall with striking architectural details.

Inside the fortress, is for example the tower “Vijay Stambha” (Tower of Victory), an imposing structure built 37 meters in height in the fifteenth century to commemorate a victory of King Rana Kumbha of Mewar, the combined armies of Malwa andGujarat. Completely covered with architectural ornaments, figures reflect much of Hindu iconography. The tower can be visited from the top and allows a great view of the city ofChittorgah. In the same complex there is another similar tower and oldest,TowerofFame.

Judging by the pictures, the resort Chittogarth is another example of the architectural gems that keepsIndiaand yet is hardly known for tourism. However, over centuries, places like Chittogarth have ignited the imagination of visitors and writers for centuries.

The Lake that Looks like Blood (Red Lagoon)

by moss on May 14, 2012

Three thousand feet of altitude in northern Chile, is a domestic landscape in a surreal atmosphere. In isolated lands, there still remain a few little-known spots that seem to be taken from a fantasy, and not even on a map. The Red Lake has a liquid of a color so intense it looks like ink, or blood, and since the waters remain eternally warm, little is known of its depth.

The Red Lagoon is located near Camilla, a small town 147 kilometers from Iquique. Until recently, its existence was not known officially. The lagoon, however, was the protagonist of many legends of the Aymara people in the area.

The water temperature remains at 40 to 50 ° C and the plausible and scientific explanation of its color is due to the microscópitas algae adapted to the particular site conditions. A little known site, the best spot is close to the lagoon preferably with expert guides who know the area.

A Walk on the Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand

by moss on May 14, 2012

They require specialized equipment and expert guides, but walk on the Franz Josef glacier in New Zealand is a unique experience that is well worth the cold. Glaciers of snow and ice provide unique corners, with cascades of ice caves and narrow passages, which of course, require no less effort to get through.

The Franz Josef Glacier is located in Westland National Park near the west coast of the South Island with the curiosity that goes down to about 300 meters above sea level and very close to it. Any trip has its starting point in a small town (of the same name) about 5 kilometers underlying to enter an area of temperate forest surrounding the glacier.

The Franz Josef Glacier grows at about one meter a year, but in long term is believed to have the tendency to shrink. This is one of the great attractions in New Zealand, almost missed as the Fjords of Milford Sound, or the Tongariro National Park.

A Giant beach, White Sand and Turquoise Sea (Whitehaven, Australia)

by moss on May 14, 2012

If you see it in one of the brochures used to promote the Whitsunday Islands in Australia , you’d think an image is manipulated, especially by their colors and shades. And yet, it is said that the view from the balcony entrance to the Bay Area is one of the most beautiful scenic beaches in the world. The Whitehaven beach is the main attraction of the islands, an area of 4.5 kilometers of fine sand, white and bright, as well as being perfect and unique in that it does not burn your feet when exposed to sunlight, thanks to its mineral composition.

Whitehaven is known for its natural beauty, on an island only accessible by tour boats. To make matters worse, the beach is renowned for its conservation and environmental policies. To enjoy, we leave you with images of the place: