MUTTER MUSEUM, PHILADELPHIA

The museum is included in the College of Physicians of Philadelphia, the oldest medical school in North America. If the museum is part of the medical school, already terbayangkah you about the collection of this museum?

Yes, the museum holds a large collection of body parts and human organs, the original! There are parts of the human head is preserved, there is the longest frame in North America, there were 2000 organ or body parts taken from a human throat.

There are still display a human face made ​​of wax, which shows some kind of eye injuries. Horrible, is not it?

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Heli-skiing, Kanada

In one province in Canada you can get the satisfaction that spurs you will jump from a helicopter and immediately drove to the mountains of British Columbia snow to ice skating.

For those of you who are interested and want to book a package tour to British Columbia, can immediately contact the largest travel company Canadian Mountain Holidays.

With the price of U.S. $ 21 thousand, or about Rp190 million, you can ski for a week and traveled tourist attractions in Canada, such as the Monashee, Selkirk, and Kootenay. As for other services on the fourth day of body treatments provided by the Halcyon Hot Springs Village and Spa.

This place of 5 attractions including the world's most expensive.

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The Royal House of Bourbon in paris

Paris is the city's most popular tourist destinations in the world. In addition to the famous Tower Effel romantic, in this city you can still get new experience at The Royal House of Bourbon, Paris.

With spending of U.S. $ 300 to $ 1,800 (Rp2, 7-Rp16 million, 2 million) per hour, you can spend the night and spent a week at The Royal House of Bourbon. Package price includes the cost of hospitalization, major clothing Ritz sstu suit, ordering food in Paris swankiest joints up to travel to special tours by private jet vehicle.

Your tour time is guaranteed not to be bored, because the packets travel over there to have interesting themes, such as Fashion Day, Day Fragrance Day and Jewels.

The Royal House of Bourbon is a luxury hotel that has a history and concept of the French empire building at the time of Louis XIV.

And this includes the five most expensive tourist spot in the world.

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Beginning of the wall of love in italian

Hall Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) is a fact checker who worked at the magazine The New Yokers and want to be a writer. Sophie's fiance, Victor (Gael Garcia Bernal) will open Italian restaurant in New York. For merayakannnya, they held a "honeymoon" to Verona, Italy with the aim to foster a deeper connection. But unfortunately, instead of a honeymoon, Victor is even more concerned with his personal interests to look for grapes, wine, and cheese for the restaurant.

Sophie began to saturate follow all the way Victor, they finally chose the path of each. While I was walking, she stopped somewhere in the house where Juliet Capulet ever lived. Many people write about their love life, and pasted on the walls of Juliet. This is where all the story begins.

Sophie sat down there to write his journal until the place closed. Then came a young Italian woman. He came to collect the letters that have been taped and put into the basket. Because of the high curiosity, Sophie had followed the young woman, and finally ended disuatu room above a restaurant. Inside the room there are 3 people plus a young woman. And it turns out they are the "Juliet's secretaries" who served reply to all letters that have been affixed.

One day when Sophie helped the young woman collecting the mail, he found a letter tucked behind the stone walls of Juliet. Apparently the letter is a letter written by Claire (Vanessa Redgrave) in 1957 and predicted the longest letter that was there.

Claire used to be a woman who came from England, and studied art in Italy. When I was in Italy, he met and fell in love with someone named Lorenzo Bartollini. Lorenzo asked her to marry, but for fear of disapproving parents, she finally fled. And he wrote his anxiety on her. Then Sophie had replied to the letter, even though he knows that is not necessarily the letter will be read.

A few days later, a young man approached the room "secretary Juliet" and blamed Sophie Claire who has replied to the letter. Apparently the young man is Charlie (Christopher Egan), the grandson of Claire. Charlie left, and Sophie followed it with a goal to meet with Claire. After meeting with Claire, Sophie also wants to help to find Lorenzo. Claire returned to see Lorenzo, and apologized to him.

Charlie also feel burdened with this mission, because he thinks all this is silly. His grandmother was married to his grandfather and now want to go looking for his ex when they were teens. But Charlie was still delivering his grandmother berkelilin looking for Lorenzo, accompanied by Sophie.

They went to a house, which is believed Claire, Lorenzo was there because they used to live there. Sure enough, there lived an old man named Lorenzo Bartollini, but not Lorenzo Bartollini that Claire was looking for. Because I had no idea what to look for where, Sophie diinternet also help find him, and found 74 Bartollini Lorenzo.

By not giving up, she had visited one by one Lorenzo Bartollini, accompanied by Charlie and Sophie. But none Lorenzo Bartollini there. Besides, Charlie was annoyed with Sophie because it was considered the mother of all this, began to slowly fall in love with him.

Until the day came when Claire and Charlie had to go back to their original place, London. They walk and stop at a place where she likes to drink wine there. Mobilpun walked through the vineyard, and she was surprised to see the young man who was working in the garden. According to Claire, the young man was Lorenzo Bartollini. And sure enough it turns out, the young man named Lorenzo Bartollini. His father was named Lorenzo Bartollini. And it turns out, the boy is the grandson of Lorenzo Bartollini (Franco Nero) that Claire was looking for. Eventually they meet, embrace, and walk together. Sophie finally said goodbye to Charlie and Claire because he felt his job was finished.

Charlie just stared at Sophie's departure. Then Claire told Charlie, "do not let you wait 50 years like me." Finally, Charlie was chasing her. But Sophie's arrival place to stay, Charlie was seen cuddling with his fiancee Sophie, and Charlie went in vain.

2 months later, Sophie, who had returned to New York, received a wedding invitation Lorenzo and Claire. He immediately went to Victor, who is always busy with his restaurant interests. Sophie finally broke up with Victor, because he himself was beginning to fall in love with Charlie.

Arriving in Verona to attend the wedding Lorenzo and Claire, Sophie had met with Charlie. But Charlie was seen with another woman, and Shopie also feel sad.

When the middle of eating, she took a moment to read the reply letter Sophie makes he dared to look for Lorenzo. Because do not cry, he went away. And Charlie was after him. Sophie tells Charlie that he and Victor had broken, and she loves Charlie, but useless because Charlie was with another woman. Charlie was glad to hear Sophie's statement, and it turns out the woman who thought Charlie's girlfriend is his cousin.

And finally, Charlie and Sophie did not have to wait up to 50 years to life with true love.

Letters to Juliet, directed by Gary Winick is the "Story of Love Today" which is very light for movie lovers. Although light and the plot seems so-so only, Letters to Juliet still worth watching for.

Singer Taylor Swift's song that was popular years ago, Love Story, also on the soundtrack to this movie.

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the coast of Monaco

Monaco, a narrow area covering 70 hectares on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea that was full of charm.
Due to the narrowness of the area, no larger than the area Senayan, Jakarta, to come there, tourists have to fly over Nice, France. That is, landed in neighboring countries. Monaco is not French, but a sovereign kingdom with the flag, government, and also have their own passport.

Monegasque, called for the citizens of Monaco, there were only about 5,000 people. However, the co-settled in this country is estimated more than 30,000 people.

“This means that there are 25,000 seasonal residents, wealthy people from all over the world, who live here to avoid the tax bill in the country,” said Michelle, my tour guide who thought a movie star, when the pick to the Nice Airport.

Smallest country in the world after the Vatican is located on rocky cliffs, and practically nothing to offer, besides beautiful scenery and warm Mediterranean climate. Strangers always lured to continually come through security guarantees and may permit any business.

Everything is easy to make the cost of living in Monaco is very expensive, but has additional decoy. Neatly arranged throughout the year various events; since Formula 1 racing cars to match world tennis masters, the world’s best businessman award, up to a yacht race.

Enchantment Princess Grace

Monaco, which is divided into two regions, Monte Carlo and The Rock, appearing like a fairy tale, after Prince Rainier III in 1956 was married to Grace Kelly, from Hollywood star beautiful. All the elements of a fairy tale fulfilled, the kingdom on the beach beautiful, beautiful empress, the king of rich and lavish parties at all times.

Their marriage produced three children: Caroline, Albert, and Stephanie. In 1982 Princess Grace died, his car fell into the abyss. In fact, Monaco has been formed charm and tourists continue to visit flooded the Rose Garden, which was built specially to commemorate Princess Grace, or pilgrimage to his tomb in the cathedral.

Prince Rainier who died last year and his position has now been replaced by Prince Albert Grimaldi has confessed, “I led the Monaco as managing the company, all activities and all sectors must be able to produce …”

Surprising result. Areas such as the now named Fontvieille; full buildings, stadiums, and harbor cruises. Year 1972 Fonivieille only a shallow sea which then dried, and may extend one-eighth Rainier of Monaco to be an additional land area. Success is now continued through Fontvieille II reclamation projects.

Monaco main income comes from tourism. When tourists come flocking, they unwittingly participate contribute a lot, since the following hotels pay for a variety of additional expenses, which all prices are always exorbitant.

Do not be surprised, every manager of a spiritual tour of Rome-Lourdes or tourists with offers of land travel package Paris-Rome route, would just stop by to eat lunch in Monaco. If using overnight, the price becomes very expensive package, and not all travelers will be able to pay.

Need Special Conditions

Is never mentioned but it is a fact, most tourists come to Monaco to gamble, which officially was permitted. Unlike the casinos in other places, here visitors can not come lightly.

All gamblers should be as neat as James Bond with the girls, as shown in the movie Casino Royale. All the neat, fragrant, and certainly, with a lot of money, because no minimum in order to come closer to the gaming table.

Monaco exact color of the flag of Indonesia, red and white. Therefore, if you see dozens of flags flown, banners mounted on the side of the road, complete with a giant banner that they wear red and white, do not feel that our presence in Monaco VIIP obtain treatment.

Then, why should a few nights stay at Monaco if it does not like gambling?

Do not worry, there is a giant aquarium with a collection of all kinds of fish from the polar to tropical waters. All the time there are a variety of music concerts, various sports, and restaurants with delicious menu offerings from around the world.

Michelle added, In fact, just the experience waiting for dusk fell on the beach Monte Carlo course, can not compare. It should be done over and over because every day the atmosphere is always different .

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Cheapest Travel Destination In Europe is Bulgaria

Time is often felt short when on vacation to a place that was so impressive. If you only have a week alone, while you are the type of people interested in culture and history of a nation, should you focus your vacation in the city Sofia and Rila Monstry for two days. After that go visit the Plovdiv for two days, visiting a day and Koprivshtista Veliko Tarnovo for the last two days. In those places you will be able to enjoy the cultural highlights of Bulgaria.

Countries in this Balkan land save much beauty behind tamahannya unique hospitality. Yes, Bulgaria is so unique with all the cultural and language differences. So many choices of activities to do around here at a cost that is not too large. You can try to climb the mountain, such as the Pirin or Rila mountains, tracing the life of cola-cola like Sofia, traveled from one monument to another monument, or from one museum to another museum. The villages are traditional can be the object of the visit. And, the most fun is resting on the edge of the Black Sea coast.

However, if you fans area and sandy beach, Varna is your refuge proper. Apart from sunbathing to relax, you can also see the cultural heritage and history in this city. There are many monuments and museums. Another option is to Nesebar. Fishing and tourism town is located on the top half of an island formed by coral. You can also visit the Forest Steinernen, in which the pillars of rock 50 million years old who clawed the sky with a height of up to six meters.

There is nothing wrong you are visiting or Balchik Albena. Some people think that Balchic is where the most interesting in the Black Sea region. If you include travelers who are interested in a place of cultural heritage, but also interested in adding natural tourism cities such as Melnik, Bansko, Belogradchik, which is located near Arbanasi Veliko Tarnovo with your visit list. Do not forget to use a few days to visit the Pirin mountains or Rodopi. However, if not properly accounted for places where you will visit, traveling from one place to another could take a day.

Sofia city is as beautiful as its name. Sofia is the only major city in Bulgaria is the center of the most interesting kola. The city is surrounded by several attractions that are attracting visitors. From the station located downtown, you can walk to the south of the Sveta Nedelya Cathedral. Cathedral was rebuilt after the bombing in 1924. Attacks intended to kill the Tsar Boris III was caused killed 124 people. Most of the victims were state officials.

Besides the cathedral, stopped at other churches built in the 14th century, St. Petra Semerdjuska. On the other side of this church there is the National Museum of History. Part timers dominated Sofia Alexander Nevski church Neo Byzantine style, and a monument to commemorate the death of 200 thousand Russian soldiers who fight for the independence of Bulgaria.

To the south of Sofia, surrounded by Mt Vitosha, the arena’s most famous ski in the winter-summer is often used as a tourist resort with a cable car. It’s easy to find inexpensive lodging in the country. But, for foreign tourists are going to be priced up to 10 times more than the price given to local residents. But just because it’s quiet still cheap, really.

Many places in this country that we can visit for the tourists who hang out and enjoy the hobby of various types of music. We can visit Lodkite, in this place a lot of scattered Bar which is often used for the means ‘slang’ for students and young people of Bulgaria, or you can Cutty Sark Borisova Gradina, in this place a lot of places serving disco techno and house music, or for your hobby with rock music while enjoying a pizza you can come to O! Shipka

In addition to the above slang, for those of you who enjoy a hobby or a variety of dishes typical Bulgarian food, you can visit Background Pub located in the bul. Vitosha 14. This place you can taste the food and good Bulgarian wine in this pub. Sometimes at night performed live, music to entertain the guests.

Background In addition to the Pub, you could eat the food in Divaka – While eating the meal in the restaurant located in the 6-ti-Septemvri this 41A you will feel the laughter visitors. Restaurant atmosphere is so pleasant. The food was pretty much okay. There are menu options typical Bulgarian dishes and several types of salad, if you just go crazy pizza Pizza Palace – Located in the bul. Vitosha 34. KarenaE pizza restaurant, the main menu here, of course, pizza.! No need to worry, pizza that is served is “the most delicious pizza in town. Ministry was quick and friendly, except that the food in these places cheap.

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old city of Leyden

According to the story, 10 years ago, the Dutch territory is always Rijn River estuary affected lymph drainage pollution from industries of Germany and Switzerland. Of course, the most persistent Dutch proposed joint management by both countries on the principle of bioregion and now men can be felt.

Leiden, the area has a population of 118 thousand inhabitants located in the city of Amsterdam, Den Haag, and Rotterdam, the city obtained title in 1266. As the name implies, comes from the word Leiden leithon”which means”are on the water line. The city is split by the river Rijn (Rhine), which sprout in the upper reaches Germany and Switzerland through the tributaries of the Big Wind Affairs.

City of Leiden in the segment of the top, forked river, known as Oud Neeuwe Rijn Rijn and who later joined in the center of town. The main river and two branches linked by small rivers which form the canal. In the summer, the canals were used as air travel, while in winter, when snow fell, a skating rink which is very interesting.



The river was clean, except as objects of tourism is also a comfortable habitat for ducks, geese, and seagulls. Not revealing the impression that the river’s estuary in the segment that if the developing countries like Indonesia into the trash can for the upstream region.

City of Leiden was very friendly as they provide a special lane for bicycles on each segment path. In each office, campus, public space, stations, terminals, or the mall provided adequate parking for bicycles. Commuter (commuters) from outside Leiden do not need to use a car to reach the city. They cycled daily and then parked at the station, and change train to the city of destination. Stress is not comfortable and more efficient.

Commuter from outside Leiden usually have two bicycles. One for from home to the station and vice versa. One more use for mobility in Leiden and drive to and from the station. It was conducted by the lecturers at the University of Leiden who lived in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Den Hagg, Naarden and Haarlem.

The pattern of such commuters is very possible because the train is very convenient, affordable, and timely as well as many choices with frequency every 10 minutes. Central station is also integrated with the bus terminal in order to provide convenience and choice for the user community.

Behavior of environmentally friendly vehicle that seems not only found in the small town of Leiden, but also in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, two cities with a population of more than one million people. Leiden is also spelled out as a safe city.

Winter temperatures between 2 to 6 degrees Celsius, which is always accompanied by light rain did not make people reluctant to walk or bicycle as a primary medium mobility. The scene lasted from early morning until midnight. People passing by on the street corners of the city without fear disturbed, he even newcomers.

Leiden attraction, not only on the condition that is clean, tidy, friendly, and safe but also rich in ancient buildings are still preserved. Newcomers in the books of the Old City Kardux Joke writing and Eduard van de Bilt (2007) mentioned that the city’s landscape is dominated by the spirit of the church, among them the Pieterskerk (St. Peter’s) and St. Pancraskerk which became known as Kerk Hooglanse. Tetenger other ancient buildings still standing is the magnificent City Hall. There is a castle-like fortress named Visburg or de Burcht which was built in around the year 1050.

In a note, on a small hill fort was intended to stem the flood of river Rijn. But also tell if the castle was built as a defense for the attack Spanish troops at the time. Residents of Leiden is very proud of the fortress. Panorama of Leiden in the book mentioned that if you visit the city but did not stop at de Burcht, it just means you have not visited Leiden.

Truly unique. If the major cities of the world raced to build skyscrapers as tetenger to see all over town like Kuala Lumpur Twin Towers, Toronto with the CN Tower, the Hancock Tower Boston, it is not the case with the pride of Leiden with a high castle is only ten feet above hill.

By standing on the castle Burcht which is the only building standing before the city of Leiden, 40 buildings and an important tourist town clearly visible from the Town Hall building, Pieterkerk Church, St. Pancraskerk, Windmill Museum, Morrspoort, Academy Building until Hortus Botanicus.

Leiden is also known as the city of Refugees. In the early 17th century, the city was a haven of English migrants before they move on to the Americas, Australia and New Zealand. Indications from the historical record can be seen from the ethnic composition of a very diverse population.

Saturday Market is very interesting to tourists hawking various foods from Indonesia, Surinam, Vietnam, Turkey, Morocco, China, and of course English. For migrants, for which there is information that says that they fled from the country in the UK because of differences of opinion about religious streams. Documentation of English migrants to explore the American continent with the Mayflower ship properly recorded.

If the track is from the 44th President of the United States, eight of them descendants of migrants who had been stopped in Leiden. One of the eight presidents is George W. Bush has ever bothered to visit Leiden in 1989.

Leiden chosen as a haven not because the city is very tolerant of newcomers. Morale was still looking strong today. Especially if we look at life on the campus of the University of Leiden Leiden is a city icon. 10 percent from 18 thousand college students come from all over the world that joined with the breath of life of Leiden in harmonious rhythm.

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Angel Waterfall in venezuela

Waterfall Salto Angel or Angel is a free-falling waterfall the highest in the world with a height of 979 meters (3212 feet) with no barriers fall around 807 meters (2647 feet). This waterfall is located in the Rio Caroni, Canaima National Park, Venezuela.

Although first seen in the early 20th century by the explorer Ernesto de Santa Cruz, the waterfall was not known officially the world until discovered by American aviator, James Crawford Angel in flight looking for the gold mine site. In 1936, James Angel returned and landed his plane near a waterfall. This waterfall is called "Waterfalls Angel" in memory of its discoverer, James Crawford Angel. Pemon Indians called this waterfall as "Auyan-tepui" ("Aiyan-tepui") which means "Mountain of Satan".

Official altitude is determined by the National Geographic Society in 1949. This waterfall is the most famous tourist attractions in Venezuela.

source : id.wikipedia.org

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Greek and Roman heritage in Turkey (II)

Travelling by bus across town to the Bergama is located on the north Izmir takes about two hours. Arriving in Bergama, we still have to ride dolmus to reach the ruins of the old city Pergamon. Dolmus that we were riding great sway over cobblestones. It is said that the city government to maintain the authenticity of the city of Bergama by not pave the road to the ruins of some old town of Pergamon.

During the dynasty Attalid this city became the center of the kingdom of Pergamon, is located on the hill so it is often also referred to as the Acropolis of Pergamon. Acropolis that was built by the Greeks in the Pergamon has a different function with the Acropolis in Athens. Development in the Pergamon Acropolis devoted to social and cultural development, where in Athens devoted to religious issues.

Pergamon ruins of the old town area has an ancient theater in the world tercuram built in the Hellenistic period, with 80 rows seating that can seat around 10,000 spectators. In days of old theatrical performances took almost all day, therefore this theater was built in the arena of open countryside with views down the hill, so the audience can also enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. Today when I sit in one seat, modern city of Bergama is a scene.

Pergamon Library is the second best library in the ancient Greek civilization, has a collection of 200,000 volumes, which in turn by Mark Antony is given to Cleopatra as a wedding gift to complement the library in Alexandria. It is said the origin of parchment word synonymous with the word Pergamon. Because after the Egyptians prohibited the export of papyrus wood, king of Pergamon ordered to search for new materials, so that for the first time produced parchment made from goat and cow skin.

The building that once attracted our attention is the temple ruins of Troy with towering pillars beautiful. After the Pergamon kingdom ruled by the Romans, the temple was built in the 2nd century by Hadrian, one of the students of Troy. The ruins of Troy left temple consists of several pillars which are lined with Corinthian style made of marble.

One of the archaeological sites which unfortunately can not be seen anymore in the Pergamon Altar of Zeus. These historic relics brought by the German archaeologist and now can only be seen at the Pergamon Museum in Berlin. Turkish authorities are still seeking for the Altar of Zeus can be returned to its origin.

We continued down the hill past the various parts of the ruins of another ancient city, including the ruins of the Sanctuary of Athena, Heroon, Gymnasium, Sanctuary of Hera, and the temple of Demeter. Despite thousands of years old ruins-ruins but is still maintained.

About one kilometer below the north lie the ruins of the Acropolis hill Avlu Kizil (Red Basilica). Beginning of this building is a temple Serapeum. Over time the Romans belong to this temple converted into churches and renovated using red brick. Although part of the building was badly damaged by the quake, but now most buildings are still intact and converted to use as a mosque.

I had to stay several days in Bergama, by coincidence my friend's parents' house is located there. How glad because they are very friendly even though we have language barriers.

Like the culture of Indonesian people who like to gather the family, they also love to get-togethers with a picnic. In fact I was in invited picnic with their neighbors to the beach in Dikili. While waiting for the food prepared by their mothers, others waiting while playing Oki. Oki game is very famous all over Turkey. Young or old love this game. Wow truly unforgettable experience.

source : liburan.info

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Greek and Roman heritage in Turkey ( I )

This summer I had the opportunity again to visit Turkey. Last year I was disappointed with the limited time, just visit the city of Antalya and Kemer. So to heal the disappointment, this time I spent three weeks in Turkey for a visit to the cities, especially in coastal areas across the Aegean Sea and the Bosphorus strait to the Black Sea.

My journey began from the city of Izmir. I have to meet an old friend who will be a travel partner for three weeks of my visit in Turkey. We plan to conduct a trail of Greek and Roman culture by visiting the archaeological sites around the Aegean Sea.

Izmir

Izmir who once called Smyrna, was discovered in the 11th century BC by the nation Aeolians and experience the glory in 300 BC after it was discovered again by Alexander the Great when it defeated the Persians. Currently? Zmir, located in Izmir bay and surrounded by hills, is the largest port city after Istanbul, is divided into 9 districts. Konak district of Izmir city is the heart and has some important and beautiful places to visit.

I spent the first three days to get around Izmir. Means of transportation in the city that is common and easy to use buses, but it can also use ferries to visit several districts. Before traveling by bus, I bought a magnetic card that will be swiped at the time of ride the bus. There was no difference in rates for long distance or near and its passengers can only go up and down at the bus stop. There are two types of buses that can be used to route within the city. Major bus route long-distance service. As for short distances digunakkan bus with a smaller size (dolmus).

The most important element of the city of Izmir is currently Kulesi (clock tower) located in the district of Konak. This tower stands 25 meters tall with a beautiful, designed by a French architect Raymond Charles in 1901. On summer afternoons, the area around When Kulesi always crowded with visitors and a gathering place for residents Izmir. Pigeons flying freely in the tower. Some local residents take advantage of this by selling bird food. Small children running around the tower while to feed the birds.

From Currently Kulesi, I walked along the shops and office buildings. My next goal is Kemeralti bazaar, the traditional market was built in the Ottoman dynasty. After about fifteen minutes walk, I arrived at Kemeralti bazaar. This market is similar to the traditional markets that can we meet in Indonesia, it's just old-fashioned market is still showing his identity and not get stuck in the middle of the hustle and bustle of city modernization. I walked the halls of the old market that seemed endless, was amazed because they really keep the legacy of history. Vendors selling various souvenirs of Turkey, antiques, clothes and daily necessities.

In addition to shopping for souvenirs, I do not miss to stop by the best coffee shop in Izmir Turkey. Kahveci Ömer Usta coffee shop is hidden in one of the market hall. It was said the coffee here is the best. Understandably the process of making Turkish coffee is a bit different. This coffee is cooked in a special small pan and with a certain technique to produce foam and viscosity of its own. Turkish coffee is served in small cups. And I must admit it was indeed a champion.

There are suggestions from people Izmir for the tourists who got lost while walking in the city, they said the best way to determine the direction of return is to find the sea. These suggestions are very useful because it actually to find the sea, you can find all means of transportation in different directions.

The next day the sun is almost drowned when I was walking along Deniz (sea). Izmir city government has built a wide sidewalks for pedestrians along the side of the sea. Palm tree planted in a row to calm the pedestrian at the time the sun shines hot. Then walk away while enjoying the sea breeze becomes very enjoyable.

I started walking from Konak Pier down to the quay Pasaport Kordon. In 1890 Gustave Eiffel designed the Konak Pier until the touch of European architecture seemed to dominate the building of this pier. Along the banks of the sea lined cafe and tea shop as well. Serene sounds of traditional music drifted from each of the cafe which I passed.

After tired of walking, I stopped by one of the tea shop is located right on the seafront. Tea drinking habits to those of Turkey has become a culture that has never lost to the flow of modernization. The young people seen hanging out with casually while enjoying a dish of warm tea. They drank green tea or apple tea that has been boiled in two stacked teapot, a tea kettle to boil and the other one to boil water. How to serve it is to mix the results of both pot into small cups. This way they can control the viscosity of tea for each cup. I was also spending the evening with a sip of hot tea while watching the ships anchored in the distance and seen the sun began to sink.

Three days have I spent in Izmir. I plan along with a friend of the original people of Turkey will begin petulangan our trail.

Many people do not realize that Turkey, especially in coastal areas experiencing the Aegean Sea Greek and Roman civilizations. At the beginning of civilization 3000 BC by the Greeks into the Aegean islands around the Aegean Sea. The geographical distance between Turkey and Greece is only separated by the Aegean Sea, making it easier for the occurrence of this civilization.

We will visit the Acropolis of Pergamon in the town of Bergama, Ephesus Archaeological Sites in Selcuk, Temple of Apollo in Didim and our adventure will end in Istanbul.

source : liburan.info

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The Little Chapel of Les Vauxbelets

Starting from discontent against the central government in power, then a group of pastors from the French state decided to exile himself to one of the islands in the south of England. Known as the Channel islands, precisely in 1904 berlabuhlah them there and chose to settle in the area Les Vauxbelets.

Besides the religious, they are also very enthusiastic about education, and they established a large school buildings and attractive in those days. 1923 Deodat priest and pastor Cephas, start building a chapel (small church) around the school yard.

They established a small church is a miniature sacred basilica at Lourdes. Length about 5 meters, its width ranges from 3 meters, rated as the world's smallest church. Both pastors are realizing his work through art, love and dedication towards the religion. For that entire walls and ceilings inside, outside wall also other parts of the church were completed with the decoration of fragments of goods, glassware, various shells and small stones from the beach.

This is not the first church they founded, but it is the 3rd. Previously they have built something similar in 1914, but was too small and a lot of criticism so that by the second pastor was destroyed. So with that to 2 which is a perfect replica of Lourdes, again assessed as too small and did not allow a priest to go and pray there in comfort.

Completion of the church to 3 ends, pastor Deodat back to France and died not long after World War II ended. Currently, the small church maintenance handled by social institutions and assisted students from schools that used them myself.

source : liburan.info

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Be careful, Lost in Istanbul Grand Bazaar

'Hey mister, comes here. Are you from Malaysia?''Shouted a trader of textile products, trying to attract attention. ''No, I am Indonesian,''said a tourist. ''O ... Indonesia. I Aziz Kofteoglu. Come, come, cheap prices here''traders said earlier, with the accent that sounds a bit strange.

Of course, the cries of Aziz had attracted the attention of the tourists. But when they approached. Apparently he could not speak Indonesian. Aziz claimed could only say a few words. That, too, just to attract the attention of potential buyers are faced wither like a tourist. And for one case, he was successful.

That bit of the event, between a tourist with a merchant in Istanbul's Grand Baazar. Then you do not need to be confused when visiting this site, you need to take is not easily provoked to go to a stall if you're not really sure that you are really interested in the goods sold the merchant.

Occupying an area of ​​more than 30,500 m2, the Grand Bazaar was crowded by about 4,000 stalls selling various kinds of commodities. Ranging from shirts to jackets and leather bags. Ornate antique gold plated and studded with jewels, to the beautiful carved flower pots, and the various karpet.Setiap day, the Grand Bazaar is said to be visited more than 400 thousand people. Interestingly, unlike the traditional markets in general, there stalls arranged in such a way that the dealers who sell similar items are grouped in the same block.

In addition, the Grand Bazaar area covered by the sky-is made that some deliberately contrived lagit transparent. That is why the Grand Bazaar is also often called Covered Bazaar. Meanwhile, the walls decorated with classical ornament. ''You can shop as much here. But be careful, do not get lost. The hallways that form a kind of labyrinth that each has a width of about four meters, and illuminated by electric lights and air conditioning fitted.

Grand Bazzar is a building that has a unique history. He's not just the largest in Istanbul Covered market, but also the oldest. The first time is not permanently built by Sultan Mehmed II in 1461, to collect the traders - including from outside Turkey - to facilitate transactions with local residents. In 1701, Dynasty Suleyman I build and expand their area permanently.

Grand Bazaar is also not devoid of tragedy. He has burned five times during the period 1546 to 1651. In fact, half of their area were severely damaged when exposed to the earthquake disaster in 1894. Istanbul's Grand Bazaar that's the name of this ancient market. Turks call it Kapali Carsi, Markets Closed. Markets which was established in 1455-1461 This is a closed market of the largest and oldest in Turkey, even in the world.

Grand Bazaar covers the surface of the land area of ​​30.7 hectares. In it there was a 61 road, 10 springs, 4 fountains, 2 mosques, and about 4,000 kiosks. This market is maintaining the existing form for 250 years.

There are so many shops there that offer beautiful Turkish carpets, ceramics, copper handicrafts, leather goods, garments, pashmina, accessories of rocks and metals. And, so many interesting things in there, guaranteed purse will be easy to 'leak'. Moreover, the money changer is easy to find at various angles.

The market is located in an old area of ​​Istanbul is visited by around 250,000 to 400,000 people visitors every day. Dozens of restaurants are in it to make visitors not going to starve. When the opportunity to place this unique, a number of tour guides give you some tips, beware of pickpockets. In a place so many things that attract attention, we are often careless. So, keep your money in a safe place and do not wear a backpack on his back.

The merchants know almost all the languages ​​of the world. Of course, conversations they can do just about buying and selling. Be bold bargain. Do not buy stuff if you have not agreed price. There is no term hesitate, leave it out though you have bid. So congratulations adventure .... And do not get lost.

source : liburan.info

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Rosenfest Steinfurth

The "Queen of Flowers" is a beautiful shape, the color is gorgeous, really beautiful petals and smells really fragrant. Rose also called Rose, often become a symbol of beauty and love. A man who wanted to propose to his girlfriend feel more romantic when accompanied by roses. A wife would have blossomed when her husband presents a bunch of roses on her birthday, a patient will be a peaceful heart when in his room decorated with roses.

Rose also became a symbol of joy, the parties are decorated with roses will certainly feel more happy. Roses can touch the soul, a bunch of white roses will give peace to those who look at him, white roses are also often symbolize purity. Roses are often also described a young, full of freshness or also a girl who is still pure and beautiful. Well anyway, lots of beautiful phrases that can be symbolized in the rose.

In various languages ​​(such as Roman, Greek, Polish) Rose means pink or red. Many states or cities that use the rose as its symbol, as in England, Islamabad - Pakistan and some countries in the Americas. In this world there are more than a hundred species of roses with a variety of sizes, shapes, colors and even the aroma or fragrance it emits.

In the summer of 2008 yesterday I visited an exhibition of roses, precisely in the city Steinfuhrt, part of the Bad Nauheim in Germany. Steinfuhrt small town, perhaps more appropriately called a village, where it is much cultivated roses. Lots of businessmen or families who have fields of roses and the results sent to a number of major cities in Germany.

Every 2 years in this city held the Rose Festival (called Rosenfest). The festival is followed by a number of businessmen roses or other plants, craftsmen, the art of music / dance from various cities around it. In the Festival in the summer of 2008 and then there are four types of programs, namely: Rosenkorso, Rosenschau im Rosensaal, Rosenmuseum, and Rosenmarkt. Rosenkorso Rosenkorso is a contest of vehicles decorated with roses. There are about 60 types of vehicles decorated with roses with a variety of themes to follow this event. It includes dance and musical groups from various cities.

The theme of each vehicle is different, there are Der Kleine Prinz (Prince small), pirate ship, Top Model, Indische Grabmal (a monument of India), Music liegt in der Luft (Music in the air) with wings and the harp of roses , Graf Dracula, auf der Asterix und Obelix Olympic Games, Spongebob, etc.. There is also a parade of ancient agricultural vehicles and Queen of the Roses (Rosen Königin). Im Rosenschau Rosensaal Rosensaal is a building that used to exhibit a variety of ornaments made of roses, besides there are also models of the park (Garten) and of course with different types of roses, some of which are sold. This Rosenschau theme of "floristic".

Exhibition space that presents so many colors and types of roses. There is a pool with decorative roses, rose heart shape decorations, decorative tables, chairs, and various series of roses is very charming. Rosenmarkt Rosenmarkt is the sales arena. There are plants, food, home decoration, garden ornaments, etc.. All related to roses.

I had tasted the drink from the nectar of roses, delicious and fragrant, and also buy air freshener from the roses. Because this is a small town Steinfurth, and location of the Festival which is far from the station so the festival is also provided Rosenexpress, a special train provided from the exhibition arrived at the station town of Bad Nauheim. Although the train was crowded but we are quite satisfied to see the beauty of the roses that only bloom in summer.

Years later in 2010 will be held Die Hessische plan Landesgartenschau (exhibition park) in Bad Nauheim this.

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Indulgent of Ireland

Have you ever thought of Ireland as a holiday center AndaJika yet, try a little information from the HERS Kulik this time. Maybe it's time for you to enter Ireland as a destination on your next vacation. Ireland is an island located on the northwest continental Europe. The island's population of more than 4 million people is divided into two states, namely the capital of the Republic of Ireland Dublin, Northern Ireland and also the capital of Belfast.

As the third largest island in Europe and sequence 20 in the world, Ireland also has various tourist attractions which are very dear to not visit. Various types of tours that you really want to do all available here. Mountains, desert flowers, cliffs, lakes and oceans are some of the natural attractions that can be enjoyed. Or you prefer to shop, maybe Dublin could become your haven. Enjoying Irish like they're enjoying the company of hot chocolate cookies in the afternoon. So let's browse the indulgent of Ireland now!

Republic of Ireland state with its capital Dublin is indeed very impressive for a holiday affairs, tourism and shopping. Various old place with an amazing taste here. Dublin Castle, Trinity College, The Custom House, O'Connell Street, and many more. But one place that is legendary and known to the world community that is Temple Bar. Apart from being the heart of Dublin city itself, Temple Bar is also a cultural center and gaiety for the community center there. This is what makes Temple Bar area of ​​most living with a high enough level kedinamisannya.

IrelandMulai from morning till night all the entertainment that there are things that can not be imagined before. Unlike the old buildings located in Jakarta, Temple Bar has a distinctive architectural designs in terms of the 18th century. The beauty and comfort, which is supported by the mild Irish climate and environment that is free of trash is a harmonious blend as tourist attractions. Regularity of people who live here is the added value that is very rare for you to enjoy. Various shopping places can be visited, starting specialty stores selling women's clothing, shoes, jewelery, sports until the shops selling Irish goods. The shops that are here are open Monday through Saturday from 9 am hungga 6 pm. And in particular their Thursday open until 8 pm.

For the week of the day they open from 12 pm to 6 pm. Temple Bar is not only present the pertokoansaja, but also bars, pubs, and the best restaurants in Dublin. Cow's Lane is a shopping center in Dublin that sells all the paraphernalia of fashion, until the goods are quite valuable art. For the fashionista, Cow's Lane was already well known because here is the center of the goods of the famous designers can be obtained. You can get items made by craftsmen in Dublin and also the latest collections are up to date. Of course you can not miss the Cow's Lane when they're here.

Westbury Shopping Mall. This is the most exclusive malls and famous in Dublin. Shopping center that is connected with this five-star hotel provides a wide selection of clothing stores, accessories, coffee shops, to the jewelery shop. Here indeed there is one shop that specialized in selling clothing of the Irish and European designers. Shop called Angels are also sell-pehiasan unique jewelry that can be ordered on the basis of taste.

North IrelandIrlandia

Countries with a population of friendly, relaxed atmosphere and beautiful scenery, that's the impression you get when visiting Northern Ireland. With beribukotakan Belfast, Irish people, the term for the Irish population, rebuild the country without leaving their natural role as one asset. Where the mountains, beaches, and scenery in the village was alive, especially if you visit in summer. Therefore many tourists and tourists, both from Europe and other continents who visit each year to a country that is still part of the United Kingdom this.

In addition to a more lively scene, in summer you can get a variety of promotions for transportation services. Enough with just a few pounds you have to enjoy the journey as far as you like, as long as still within the territory of Northern Ireland. North of this island there are beautiful views, the area of ​​Antrim Coast. If you came to Antrim Coast by train, along the journey you can see how beautiful the scenery in Northern Ireland this.

IrelandPegunungan, sheep are left free, as well as steep cliffs that juts toward the ocean. And if you are in the cliffs you will feel like being in Westlife video clips. Indeed, Ireland has produced quite a lot of famous artists and bands such as U2, The Canberries, The Corrs, Boyzone are a few of them. And also the handsome Pierce Brosnan and Colin Farell.

Castle Court is the first shopping center in Northern Ireland. Opened in the 80s. Until now there are about 60 local and international outlets therein. Debenhams is a department store it. As for brands such as Gap, Laura Ashley, Easons, Principles, Next, Angel Paris to Exhibit helped enliven this shopping center. Elsewhere in Northern Ireland that are worth your visit the other is the Portstewart. Sound waves and festive color masts of all the ship there is a very nice welcome.

Other places in Ireland:
Mainly Murder Bookstore: For the enthusiast or for hunting old books new book is here the right place to do it. Fiction, non-fiction, detective, old books, rare books and books written by Irish writers all here. Here is also a great place to buy gifts or just souvenirs for relatives.

Custom Store: Here you can find dozens of interesting and beautiful unique clothes. Not only that, you can order pakaina suitable piece of design, color and size you want because here are also available and tailor the garment itself. All that are here are targeted to the weaker sex and the adam.
Address: 20 Royal Hibernian Way, off Grafton Street, Dublin

IrelandDalkey Design Company: Boutique that sells clothing with unique designs nan stylishly designed by the owner that is Glynis Robinsss and Cathy Roden. They are very fond of Knitwear, but you can also get a variety of jewelry, branded goods (original), the bags pretty and other art items.
And make sure you also to see exclusive collections from Cathy Roden's is certainly in limited numbers.

Cleo Ireland: You prefer the original ingredients of the Irish? If yes, this is the place, Cleo Ireland, traditionally for a variety of clothing with the latest models but from the native Irish materials such as wool, linen, and a variety of knitting can be found. Cleo is known more because of the uniqueness that can be found. And do not forget, kuaitas determining price, and quantity of goods dipasarkan.Indulgent of Ireland

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Europe's Largest Mosque

According to Roman tradition, the early history of Rome found the twins Romulus and Remus in 753 BC. Archaeological evidence shows, Rome grew and evolved from the life of the diocese nuanced. The city was once the capital of the Roman Empire, Roman Republic and Roman Empire. The city of more than 2,500 years old is now the capital of the Republic of Italy where the Italian government is located.

In this city, under the foothills of Parioli, a mosque stands. Mosque of Rome, thus the name of the mosque, the largest mosque in all of Europe. Standing on a land area of ​​30,000 m2, the mosque by architect Paolo Portoghesi, Vittorio Gigliotti, and Sami Mousawi built in 1984. The mosque is located in the area of ​​the Islamic Cultural Center in Rome. The existence of the largest mosque in Europe was started in 1972. In that year of development initiatives already sticking out of Rome Mosque.

RomaDi Mosque in 1972, officially the Italian Islamic Cultural Center was formed. But the actual embryo Islamic Cultural Center in Italy that has existed since 1966. The goal not only serve the Muslim community in Italy, but also a bridge to the creation of dialogue between Islam and the West.

The mosque which finished construction in 1995 it could accommodate to 40,000 people. The main hall was modeled on the model mosque mosque of Islamic architecture with a blend of classical Roman style. Worship space with a rectangular courtyard outside plus a water fountain in the middle. This space can accommodate about 2,500 people. The mosque is equipped among others with the library area of ​​4,000 m2, conference rooms, and the Arabic language education center.

Behind the mosque two-lane stretch so as to produce a background of horizontal shape of the mosque with mountain Parioli. Two lines were also accommodate the curved shape of the mosque. About 100 Roman pine trees also adorn the park is open at this mosque complex.

Mosque RomaEfek lighting is also a detailed note Portoghesi. Lighting at 16 dome on the mosque was filtered by the media window to reflect light. Portoghesi make the concept of lighting on the mosque to express the universal relationship between God and man. Lighting the mosque was made through the refraction of light and light shines directly into the mosque.

Within this structure is also seen as the hallmark of Islamic arches cross each other, the pillars of the forest describe Maghreb and from the concentric circles that describe the cosmology of the seven heavens. In essence, the great mosque which largely financed by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is so magnificent.

Portoghesi RomaPaolo Mosque, the main architect, born in 1931. He graduated from the University of Rome in 1957. Start 1968 to 1976 he became professor of History of Architecture in Polithecnic of Milan.

Islam is a fairly large religious community in Italy. They come from all over the world with language and social status that is different. Currently there are 800,000 Muslims in Italy. Forty thousand of them Italian nationals. Most followers of Islam consists of immigrants who arrive in the next 20 years. They come from Morocco, Albania, Tunisia, Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, and North African countries and the Middle East.

In addition to Rome, another large mosque - though not for the Mosque of Rome - there are at Catania and Milan. While 200 other small mosques scattered in Piemonte, Lombardia, Emilia Romagna, and Veneto.

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Ski, Sky and Scoobidoo in Alpen mountains

Setting, St. Anne, one of the smaller ski stations in the Alps, February 2005. Pierre was brought Mama Edo walking in the Alps and to feel the chill of snow. Julie and Alice's new baby aged 2 months to live at home ......

Pierre: Ma, Beau was not it snow? Mama Edo (ME): Yes, very beautiful, but dingiiiiin ... brrrrrrrr .... Pierre: Look Ma, there are small children who were playing snow *, pointing to a 4-year-old boy who was gliding his father * ME: Yeah, well, once said, well, really funny! Pierre: Next year, when Alice was a year old, I also want to bring Alice to play snow in the Alps. ME: Ah, you just ada2 this, a year that's still very small, she'll chill you know .... Pierre smiled as he still keep his dream ....

Friday, 20 January

Two buses leave from the front office of CMA-CGM to bring a hundred people attend week-end du ski CE CMA-CGM. CE is the Comite d'Entreprise, which is an association formed by a syndicate of workers for the welfare of employees at the company. This association is an obligation for the company by the number of employees over 50 people.

Aside from organizing acara2 turistik affordable, CE also assist employees in terms of photo washing, laundry, etc. The annual Christmas event. Essentially their job is to pay attention to employee welfare, a task which is still carried by the HRD (Human Resources Department) in Indonesia.

The trip from Marseille to Les Orres takes about 5 hours, including a 40-minute break to buy dinner.

That night they arrived at the Hotel Les Trappeurs 11 pm. After requesting the key from the receptionist, they went straight to their hotel rooms. One hotel was booked exclusively for CMA-CGM CE. The first impression of the hotel room is clean, and in accordance with the requests to Philippe Soussignan, guide this event, they were given a room with three beds.

Alice had never slept in a crib, from birth, he always slept with his mama dear. The hotel room they have a bath tub to soak in warm water and a large balcony with views overlooking the expanse of white snow mountain chalet (snow house) are typical of the Alps.

The next day, after making observations of this hotel, they realized that the room given to them is one of the best rooms with largest balcony, how lucky they are.

Saturday, 21 January

They were awakened by the sun breaks through the curtain timidly hotel room window. After breakfast enjoy a delicious a la Francais, this morning Pierre promised to Julie and Alice to accompany them to play with snow. Hours have been shown at 10 when they first come out of the hotel that morning. Distance of the hotel which is only 150m from the Ski Station turned out to be implemented with the struggle a little more challenging than running on asphalt plain.

Walking in snow is not as easy as walking on asphalt, especially when in certain parts of ice formed, the course was slippery and not too easy for someone who is holding a baby. But they're still happy excited. This is the first time, Julie and Alice went to the mountain snow. That morning they decided to climb onto the mountain by using telesiege.

Telesiege is a cable car with 6 seats. The train is open to the barrier at the front to prevent people from falling down. For the first time to ride, ride telesiege this experience can be a daunting experience, but security was actually pretty good because there is always a controller at the departure and arrival that is ready to assist when needed. They can slow the rate of this telesiege or even stop it if necessary.

Les Orres is one big ski station in the Alps with a minimum altitude of 1600 m above sea level. The highest peak that can be achieved for skiing at this station is 2700 m. That morning, they decided to go up to a height of 2000 m. Arriving above, they find a Restaurant d'Altitude, the name often given to restaurant2 which lies at an altitude (which usually can only be achieved with telesiege). Once they establish themselves in one seat available in front of this restaurant, they were too busy taking pictures to kenang2an for the little guy. First touch of snow makes the little curiosity that led to tears because of the bitter cold.

They fell again by using the same telesiege before lunch. Lunch is served at the hotel because they take so-called retirement package complet. In France, tour packages generally offer two alternatives, by retirement or pension complet. For the sake of retirement means the tour includes breakfast and dinner, while pension complet means including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Because the tour is based in France, then lunch and dinner includes wine, too. That afternoon menu is served buffet d'entree, Moules Marinieres "Facon du Chef" (green mussels with creme sauce is delicious), Salade and a variety of cheeses and desserts in the form of yogurt and buah2an (cheese and desserts are always available in every the final banquet). In addition to the rice salad that was a little hard, all the food served can be considered quite tasty.

Full lunch, Alice and Julie had a short break at the hotel (nap), meanwhile, Pierre decided to go explore the mountains of Les Orres ski with his tools.

For skiing takes some standard equipment that is usually rented from a store that is under the Ski Station. And usually the hotel in cooperation with one of the shops that give a special price or discount. Les Trappeurs in this regard in cooperation with Ski Set owned by Christian CEAS, an Alpinist is extremely friendly and very helpful. He was assisted by his family and some staff who volunteered to help choose the most appropriate shoe size for our feet. After a brief conversation involved, Christian finally know that Pierre has a small baby and generously offered to lend luge for free the next day. Luge is a sled for the kids who do not ski.

After not skiing for 5 years, Pierre had fallen once before starting glide smoothly back. Christian advice to take the latest model skis that have a shorter size turned out to be true. Although slightly more expensive than standard shoes, ski boots are more stable and easily controlled.

Very enjoyable skiing experience. Once able to control fear, cruising in the open air overlooking the white mountains towering in front of our eyes and sound cool breeze blowing gently give the sensation of its own that is difficult to describe with words. Once the piste (the term for ski tracks that can be passed) are easily mastered, usually we want to try a more difficult path, thus continually so winter sports are difficult to make people bored.

Grouped the green piste piste for children and beginners, blue piste difficulty level higher, red piste to piste which tend to be difficult and black for the benar2 difficult. For the stubborn and really like the challenge, there is the so-called hors piste (outside lane), it is usually like exploring the forest but did not want to follow the path already exists. Hors piste is not recommended because it is usually severe accident occurring within this category.

The event was completed a ski day at 17.00 in which all operating telesiege discontinued. Pierre was returned to the hotel for dinner with family and teman2nya. That night, the family of Pierre the table with the family of Vijay from India and Jing Ping and Qui Gi from China. Interesting conversation about Indian culture make dinner atmosphere is warm and friendly. Dinner menu is Tarte aux champignon de pink, Tartiflette des Montagnes (potatoes baked with a delicious mountain cheeses and lardon), salade and cheese, and dessert a tarte aux pommes (apple tart).

That night all sleep soundly because of tired playing all day ......

Sunday, 22 January

After breakfast, Julie and Alice decided to rest again to give the opportunity to explore the forest Pierre Prebois further. During skiing, Pierre found the similarities between the principles of skiing with the principles of life.

Lunch menu is de Tabouleh Salad, Gigot d'Agneau et Haricots verts (Young Sheep Meat and vegetable beans), salade and cheese, and desserts such buah2an and yogurt. Right after lunch, Julie, Pierre, and Alice went to the piste down to play luge. Luge is a tool slides are usually played by small children who do not ski. Alice was thrilled.

That evening they returned to Marseille in at 17:00 and arrive back at the office at 22.00. Ah, the week-end that would be really fun and wonderful memories for them all.

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Cologne Old Town

Conference Registration International Human Dimensions Programme (IHDP), held of the United Nations University (UNU) in Bonn, Germany, in late April 2009 and then recently opened at 17:00 local time. There are still some hours away and while waiting, I decided to go to the city of Cologne (see: Cologne) that is located near Bonn. From the Hauptbahnhof (HBF or Large Station), Bonn, author of intercity train ride to Cologne hbf only taken about 20 minutes.

Exit from Cologne station, city tour starts from Cologne Cathedral Dome hundreds of years old, around the old city downtown, to browse the Rhine river and ends at the Cologne Chocolate Museum. Wow, really exotic sun in early spring hangatitu enough. But do not forget, we should still wear a jacket because the spring wind is still pretty cool.

Cologne is situated on the banks of the Rhine River which flows from Switzerland to the Netherlands. The river was clean and wide enough for the purposes of tourism and water transportation. Many stories and romance novels that inspired river. When you take a train from the direction of Dusseldorf or Bonn to Munich Gladbach, we will enjoy views of the city of Cologne basin natural painting by the river Rhine with a tinge of ancient Cathedral Dome crown like a king.

colognePenulis curious old town in the name of "Cologne", which resemble the name of the popular perfume in Indonesia in the 1970s. Rather difficult to also find information about it because the Germans are reluctant (or not many know) speak English like the French. In fact it is true, this is the town where perfume comes Deo Cologne 4711.

Many outlets are found at Cologne perfume and writers find a store showroom (window) of the original 4711 fragrance at the center of town. Hmm, fascinating. The price varies from 1 to 100 euros. If the count is calculated it is not much different from the price in Indonesia. But the author does not buy much for a souvenir for the same goods are sold in Indonesia (later thought to be purchased at Hyderabad only).

Please note that in addition to the city of Cologne, there was another city in Germany that nuanced perfume name, city name Essen. The distance is about 1.5 hours by train from Bonn hbf. At first glance, the writer saw the city is also the exotic old town of interest.

In Cologne, the author decided to air-city tour by walking through the city tourist route. Reach as well. Therefore, the author immediately boarded the train tour again hung waiting for passengers and has many tourists who sit in it. Shortly afterwards came the German nonik ticket charge 7 euros (1 euro around Rp14.000 at the time). Actually there is a bus without a roof for the same route with a tariff of 10 euros. Election tourist train, in addition to cheaper, passengers can also avoid sunburn.

Prototype of the old city of Cologne is not really much different from the old city of Semarang. Building design, a small gang and layout of public facilities (rivers, bridges, parks, churches, etc.) really similar. The difference is, that there really are very well maintained, while the opposite conditions in Semarang. From Cologne's old town planning, the author came to know that River Bridge Mberoknya Semarang with that is what gives typical European-style design of the old city.

City of Cologne was born during the Franconian empire at the end of the 5th century AD before it was taken over by people Prussia. Most of the towns destroyed by World War II and the Cologne Cathedral remains is building a strong gothic style. This is one of the largest cathedral in mainland Europe.

old town cologneMenurut Color Guide notes on the Rhine, the cathedral was built starting in 1248 and completed in 1880. The building has a crown of gold reliefs called Magi with towering altar. Furthermore, the building was named the "House of the King" by Stephan Lochner. The tower is 157 meters tall with 500 steps. From the roof of the tower will look beautiful panorama of Mount Siebengebirge.

A view quite festive. People passing by on the ground and the altar of the cathedral. There is also a sunbathing and picnics with his family. There was relaxing with her partner and that most of the tourists who deliberately want to admire lokawisata there.

Interestingly, not only as an ancient building that serves as the heritage, the cathedral is still functional. He is still actively used to perform ecclesiastical rites by the congregation. Mass conducted as per schedule, even during the day is never empty.

This itumalah become a free spectacle that appeals to visitors because they are allowed entry into the cathedral and to observe the ceremonies of the church from a distance without disturbing those who are running the service. The chiming of bells and singing praise and conversation in German to add its own ambience to be enjoyed.

cologneDi old town before the altar of the church, tourists from different nations and different races together. There are many performances are held, ranging from comedy, magic until the exhibition of paintings and photographs with fairies, clowns, etc. with 1 euro fee each time the portrait with him. And it should be noted also that there was also no beggars.

Security tour looks pretty good. On the altar beneath the church, there are about 12 tourist police cars idle to serve tourists with friendly. As usual, it's easy to find and identify the Indonesian tourists there. They are usually in groups and most excited for the pictures and shopping.

Chocolate Museum in River Edge

Rhine river laden with history and romance of historic tale. The water comes from the Swiss Alps and flows down to the estuary at the Dutch seaside (North Sea) near Rotterdam. That's after a long journey at the border Leichtenstein, Austria, in German cities (ranging from Mainz, Bingen, Bonn, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Duisburg), French, and Dutch.

cologneKarena old town river passes through many countries that carried the names were different. At least there are 4 names Rhein (Germany), Rhine (France), Rijn (Netherlands), and Rhenus (names of ancestors in Europe). But as the most popular is the French version: the Rhine. Its name comes from the word 'Renos' which roughly means 'flowing away' and indeed the river runs along approximately 820 miles (1320 km).

Historically, the indigenous people who live downstream or in hului river Rhine is a German tribe. Areas along the river is known as a very fertile area for agricultural land. Wine widely planted along the edge all the time, so many wine producers in the area.

The flow of the winding river and clean (although it has been used by many people in various countries) and adorned with buildings such as castles or old castle stairs picture snake game. Very unique, especially when we can follow the tourist cruise ship (cruise) along the Rhine.

There is one interesting place on the banks of the River Rhine in Cologne. Namely, the Museum of Chocolate. The building resembles a boat floating in a river. Museum which was opened by Hans Imhoff on October 31, 1993 Quarter was situated in Cologne Altstadt-Sud on the peninsula of the river Rheine. The museum is owned by a consortium of 10 major museums in Germany with an average of around 600 thousand visitors per year.

old town museum colognePenasaran what the contents of the brown? Of course, all matters relating to the chocolates on display there. Starting from the machine used to make chocolate-making techniques to history. What is clear, we can enjoy our chocolate with various shapes and variations in taste are fantastic there. But do not ask about the price (if dikurs with rupiahs). Call it, a few pieces of chocolate souvenirs and post cards to be purchased with a price of 10.70 euros (about 150,000).

In this museum are available terrace with panoramic river Rheine for coffee, tea, or chocolate. For the moment there are almost no seats vacant since the visitors want to enjoy the sun in early summer. Edge of the road to the museum is a tourist bus stop without a roof (hop-on hop-off) and train tours are enlivened with chocolate and snack vendors and cafes. The museum is open every day except Monday with admission price of about USD 100 thousand (7 euros).

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Blue Mosque in Russia...

Indeed, the relationship between this mosque with the former first president of Indonesia, Sukarno, could not be separated. In communist countries the Soviet Union, Sukarno name very well known. Not only are considered as friends in the Cold War against the West axis, but also as president of the Muslim who gives 'blessing' for most Muslims in this country red bear.


According to Ja'far Nasibullah, one day in 1955, Sukarno's visit to St Petersburg who was then still called Leningrad. He come and enjoy this beautiful town with her little daughter named Megawati Sukarnoputri.

From inside the car, Sukarno caught a glimpse of a building that is unique and second to none. The driver asked to turn the bow to see the building. However, the driver did not comply with a request that the number one Indonesia. There is no command to play let alone stop.

RusiaPada Blue Mosque in those days, under communist rule there was virtually no discussion of power and opportunity given to a driver. From talks with several parties, Sukarno finally know that the building is a mosque which was used as a warehouse.

In a meeting with local officials, the President cast the demand for the next day arranged a visit to the mosque he had seen. But the rules of protocol is not possible because the event has been arranged very densely.

After two days enjoying the beauty of the city of St. Petersburg who was then still called Leningrad, Sukarno flew to Moscow to conduct high level talks to discuss future bilateral cooperation and various key positions in the Cold War that continues to soar. In a talk in the Kremlin palace had a chance to spread the news of a unique conversation between the two leaders.

How a visit to Leningrad''Mr. President. Sure is fun, is not it?,''Asked the Russian leader. Unexpected Sukarno gave a surprising answer. ''I think I've never been to Leningrad,''said Sukarno.
''Recalled Mr. President indeed clever. There is what is wrong with Leningrad. Not that yesterday's two-day walk with his daughter there.''
''Yes. We had been there, but we're not there yet.''
''Why?''
''Because we have never given the opportunity to visit the building called the blue mosque.''

Blue Mosque in RusiaKunjungan Sukarno to Russia went smoothly and as if there never was anything that related to religion or the mosque.
Sukarno was also not much talk anymore about the mosque had ever seen in the most beautiful cities in the Soviet Union.
Even so, secretly many Muslims put an ear on events experienced by the guests of honor from Indonesia.

A week after the visit ended. A good news came from the center of power, the Kremlin in Moscow. A local government officials reported that only one mosque in Leningrad who had become warehouses Bolshevic post-revolution can be opened again for worship of Muslims, without any conditions. The messenger also does not give a reason why shred it all can happen.

Blue Mosque in Islam in St. Petersburg Rusia''Umat familiar with President Sukarno. We are very grateful to the late Sukarno. We will remember his services, 'said the mufti of Ja'far Nasibullah. Without Sukarno, he said maybe this beautiful mosque was destroyed as a mosque and another church.

Until now, the mosque was founded in the year 1910-1921 it still stands majestically. Two 48 meter-tall tower soaring while the dome is clad in blue tiles is very handsome with a height of 39 meters. Places of worship of Muslims who diarsiteki by two people named Christian, and Alexander Von Googen Vaslilier is indeed similar to a mosque at Samarkand, Central Asia.

Although the dome could be destroyed in the 1980s, but thanks to the kindness of some leaders of the communist era, the Soviet Union and loan Orthodox religious person, then during the 18-year renovation has restored grandeur of the temple in the north earth.

''As a Muslim, I must be honest and say thanks not only to Muslims who continues to prosper this mosque. But also to the government in the communist period, the government now as well as the donors of different religions. May Allah SWT give in return for their kindness,''said Jafar.

The old Mercedes I immediately starter after shaking hands several times with the Mufti. A warm embrace and kisses of sincere impressive he had met a 'Soekarno' small. I also gained so stunned, unable to sleep and was always asking, 'What contribution can I give to the Muslims of Russia in this period of openness. "

source : liburan.info

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Along the streets of Copenhagen. Denmark

What a pleasant walk down town Copenhagen. The capital of Denmark is rich in beauty churches and ancient buildings. You also can look at the beauty of the city of canals or roads in the red light district, without feeling embarrassed. Copenhagen became the capital of Denmark at the beginning of the 15th century, an important town in the area of ​​Scandinavia after the reign of King Christian IV in the 17th century. Last year the metropolitan city full of ancient buildings were selected as the fourth city of the future top 50 European city after London, Paris, and Berlin.

The city was considered comfortable and friendly environment. The water in the canal port city was clean, so routinely used as a swimming race in the summer.

Most city residents are also not hesitate to use the bicycle as a means of transportation. Across town in Denmark always provided a special lane for cycling, so comfortable and safe for riders of two-wheeled transport it.

Pedestrian paradise

Coming to Copenhagen in the winter did not reduce the beauty of this old city. When the air temperature was about 0 to 4 degrees Celsius.

"It's just that, in winter we could not go to Tivoli or Lego Land," said Gitte Krogh-Madsen, a friend of Danish citizens. Tivoli and Lego Land is a theme park like Disneyland pride of Danish citizens.

Similar to other major cities in the world, it's rather difficult to find the car park in Copenhagen. This city is very pleasant to disusuri by foot. When you include regular walking about 8 miles a day, this city is best to be enjoyed while on foot.

Virtually Copenhagen is a paradise for hikers, because this is the first city in Europe by banning cars in some way. Stroit is car-free streets the longest in Europe with the distance 1.8 km.

Strolling down the area Ny Havn in English or New Harbour's very exciting. There are canals were excavated about 300 years ago in this region, so that ships could be docked farther to the city.

In these days we can tour the streets along the canals and harbor of Copenhagen. "Actually this is where the sailors amuse themselves, so often referred to as the red light district. Even so, tourists do not need to shrink down the street Ny Havn," says Dina, a tour guide in Copenhagen canal tour.

One of the buildings in this area is a favorite residence of the famous children's story writer, Hans Christian Andersen.

Little Mermaid Statue

Through Ny Havn, we can walk up to the Copenhagen theater is new and located on the waterfront. In contrast to the old theater building, this building looks modern architectural design with a full glass. The building was completed in 2008.

"Staging the first in this building is Hamlet by William Shakespeare," says Dina. The story of Shakespeare's Hamlet is a prince of Denmark.

Travel forwarded to the Amalienborg royal palace, the official residence of Queen Margaret II. The situation seemed deserted, only seen a few people's palace guards in traditional dress, such as the British queen's palace guards.

Continuing on foot, we can get to the statue den Lille Havfrue or better known as the Little Mermaid which is reflective on the seashore. Life-size statue is an icon of Copenhagen. In the original version of Andersen's tale, the mermaid is really unfortunate because it does not work edited by the prince idol.

The statue was donated in 1909 by Carl Jacobsen, son of the founder of Carlsberg, the Danish beer company. Pematungnya is Edward Eriksen, who used his wife Eline Eriksen, as his model.

source : liburan.info

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Hagia Sophia Istanbul, Turkey

Hagia Sophia (Greek: Άγια Σοφία, "Holy Wisdom"), Sancta Sophia in Latin or Aya Sofya in Turkish, is a former church building (basilica) and the mosque, now a museum in Istanbul. Because it has two functions, namely as mosques and churches, in this museum can be found in two symbols for Christians and Muslims

The period of the Byzantine Empire

Until 1453, the Hagia Sophia cathedral is the church (basilica) Byzantines built by Constantius, son of Constantine the Great. The Church is frequently hit by earthquakes has risen and fallen, although the dome-shaped building is made. On 7 May 558, during Emperor Justinian, the eastern dome collapsed after an earthquake hit. October 26, 986, during the reign of Emperor Basil II (958-1025, again affected by the earthquake.

At last major renovation done in order not affected by the earthquake at the beginning of the 14th century. The specialty of this building is situated on a large dome shape and height. Size tenghnya 30 m. Fundamennya high and 54 m. The interior was decorated with mosaics and frescoes, its pillars are made of colored marble, and walls adorned with carvings.

Ottoman Period

When Sultan Mehmed II conquered Constantinople on Tuesday, May 27, 1453 and entered the city, Mehmed II, dismounted and prostrated himself thanks to God, then go to the Church of Hagia Sophia and ordered to change into a mosque known as the Aya Sofia. Jum'atnya directly converted into mosques for Friday prayers.

Various modifications to the building to be done to fit the pattern and style of mosque building. At the time of Mehmed II (1444-1446 and 1451-1481) built the tower in the south. Selim II (1566-1574) to build 2 towers and convert part of the building is characterized by the church. Including changing the sign of the cross on display at the top of the dome with crescent ornaments.

So for nearly 500 years the Hagia Sophia to function as a mosque. Statues, crosses, and his paintings had been removed or covered with paint.


The period of 'Modern'

In 1937, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk changed the status of Hagia Sophia into a museum. Begin the project "Demolition Hagia Sophia." Some parts of the walls and ceilings scraped off the paint-paint calligraphy until rediscovered paintings of sacred Christian.

Since then, the Aya Sofya mosque as one of the famous tourist attraction by the Turkish government in Istanbul. Historical value covered the beautiful Byzantine architecture style charm.

The letters in the Hagia Sophia Mosque

Here the letters on display that shows the greatness caliphs Ottoman caliphate in the guarantee, protect, and prosperity of its citizens or foreigners indiscriminately asylum seekers. The oldest is the letter given land certificates in 1519 to Jewish refugees who fled from the cruel Spanish Inquisition after the fall of Islamic rule in al-Andalus.

Then a letter of thanks from the Government of the United States for food aid sent there caliph who was hit by famine (post war with England) the 18th century. Then a letter of guarantee protection to the King of Sweden who expelled the Russians and exiles danced to the caliph on 7 Agustus1709.

Letter dated 13 Robi'ul End 1282 H (5 September1865) who gave permission and fees to the 30 families who emigrated to Greece Rusianamun back to the caliphate, because in Russia they were just miserable. What is the latest duty-free regulations luggage Russian people who seek exile to the region after the Bolshevik Revolution caliphate of 25 Desember1920 M.

Here on display about 100 samples of the amazing letters, both addressed and issued to the caliph. Unfortunately, guests will find is proof that if all of that though is testament to the greatness of the Turks had not emanated from the belief, shari'ah and the Islamic Caliphate system Daula.

source : indotoplist.com

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