BHANGARH in INDIA

BHANGARH in INDIA.

Heli-skiing, Kanada

Heli-skiing, Kanada

Soqotra Island

Soqotra Island, Island of the World's Strangest.

Tiger Nest at Bhutan

Tiger Nest at Bhutan.

Fernando de Noronha beach

Fernando de Noronha beach in brazil.

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

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.

source : liburan.info

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

source : liburan.info

Saturday, May 28, 2011

Beautiful Catalina Island. california


Melanjutkan acara wisata dari Cruiseship di hari kedua setelah San Diego, adalah pulau Catalina yang terletak diseberang kota Long Beach, California. Long Beach adalah kota yang tak jauh dari Los Angeles dan merupakan kota yang terletak dipantai Pacific dimana pantainya sangat indah dan jernih kebiru2an.

Tour ke Catalina Island bisa dilakukan tersendiri dari kota Long Beach, dengan Ferry yang kurang lebih ditempuh dalam waktu satu jam. Bisa pilih tujuannya kekota Avalon atau Two Harbors. Kebanyakan mengunjungi kota Avalon.

Mengingat kapal tak bisa merapat dipelabuhan kota Avalon, maka penumpang ditransfer dengan kapal ferry.

Perjalanan dengan kapal Ferry tak memakan waktu yang lama, hanya sekitar sepuluh menit sudah sampai di kota Avalon, Catalina Island. Diberi kesempatan untuk tour sampai jam 4 sore. Banyak acara yang tersedia dikota Avalon ini, bagi yang suka snorkeling, bisa mengikuti dengan bayar kegiatannya selama satu jam berikut peralatannya dan menurut mereka yang ikut, pemandangan dibawah laut beserta aneka warna ikan2 nya sangat indah ( Note: feenya kalau ngak salah adalah $45.00 sudah termasuk rental equipment dan instructornya perorang). Sayang tidak terlalu suka jadi pass saja acara ini, melainkan ikut melihat ikan2 dibawah laut melalui tour "Under Sea Gardens"

Tour ini sekitar satu jam, melihat keindahan laut dan perlindungan berbagai jenis ikan dipantai Avalon. Tour feenya sekitar $15.00 per orang

Berbagai jenis ikan yang dilindungi oleh pemerintah dalam rangka melestarikan keberadaannya dipantai Avalon. Sayang photonya berefleksi.

Dengan sengaja awak kapal melemparkan makanan ikan agar para pengikut tour bisa melihat betapa banyaknya ikan2 yang dilindungi.

Catalina IslandAcara selanjutnya adalah mengikuti tourbus, melihat kota Avalon dari atas perbukitan. Keindahan kota dan pantai Avalon yang terletak di Pacific ocean, gedung Casino serta hotel yang mahal. Tour feenya juga sekitar $15.00 perorang

Lautan Pacific, serta pantai dimana tempat untuk snorkeling. Pantai yang bersih dan indah, sejauh mata memandang air laut yang kebiru2an dan jernih sekali.

Gedung casino yang sekarang sudah tutup. Kota Avalon yang indah pemandangannya. Paling kanan diatas adalah salah satu hotel yang termahal sayang saya lupa nama hotel tsb, karena waktu dijelaskan oleh tourguide lagi asik ceprat-cepret camera, bisa sekitar $1,000.00 per malam dan itupun bookingnya harus satu tahun dimuka. Banyak bintang film yang terkenal yang pernah bermalam dihotel tsb. Terlihat cruiseship yang berlabuh diluar pantai Avalon.

Catalina IslandHotel yang terkenal dilihat berdiri diatas perbukitan. Catalina Island pernah terjadi kebakaran ditahun 2007, oleh karena itu pemadam kebakaran selalu siap sedia. Tak terasa waktu berjalan dengan cepatnya. Jam empat sore harus sudah kembali kekapal untuk melanjutkan perjalanannya ke Ensenada, Mexico.

Semoga liputan jalan2 di pulau Catalina ini bisa memberikan masukan bagi Kokiers dan Kokoers yang sedang berkunjung ke Los Angeles,kalau ada waktu bisa memanfaatkan mampir ke Catalina Island.

source : liburan.info

White Sand Beach Situbondo, East Java, Indonesian


White Sand Beach in Situbondo, East Java, known for its expanse of white sand. Not only that, even this coastal morphology is unique. Curved topography overlooking the sea with the forest background cluster forming a very beautiful panorama.

To the north, tourists can see the breadth of northern Java Sea with white lines on the beach. Behind him, the forest hedge presents its own coolness.

White Sands is one of the mainstay for beach tourism destination in East Java Province. This is because of its strategic location, namely in the outskirts of Surabaya-Banyuwangi main road. Tourists who want to go to Bali (from Surabaya), or to Mount Bromo (from Banyuwangi), usually stopping for a rest and see the beauty panorama presented, especially enjoying the elegant sunset (sunset).

Various kinds of marine sports such as swimming, diving, and surfing can be done at this beach. If you are reluctant to swim, visitors can ride a boat to sail and enjoy the underwater scenery. A variety of entertainment such as music concerts and various competitions such as surfing competitions, fishing, and traditional fishing boat races are often held to satisfy the tourists.

In addition, in October the fishermen usually held a ceremony Pick of the Sea, namely melarung food, snacks, and head of cattle into the sea as an effort to beg a blessing from God seafood. At this ceremony is not rare musical performances held "Gandrung", ie traditional music popular in Banyuwangi and the surrounding area.

Location of White Sand Beach is located in District Bungatan, Situbondo, East Java.

Path to the White Sand Beach is easy because of its position on the edge of the Surabaya-Banyuwangi main road. Arena tour this beach is + 174 km from Surabaya or about 4 hours away by bus (public transportation) from the terminal Bungurasih, Surabaya.

From the direction of Situbondo, White Sand is + 21 km or half an hour's drive from the City of Situbondo. From the capital city of this district, the way to the White Sands can be reached by public transport buses and minibuses sepert. Each visitor ticket fee of Rp 5,000.

For visitors who are not adept at swimming, beach nearby there are a lot of tire-buoy rentals for playing in the middle of the sea. Tourists can also hire a boat equipped with city-glass to watch the underwater scenery. Tourism managers also provide bathroom facilities, small mosque, and some place to rest in the form of a concrete bench that is usually close to food vendors.

In this place also available stalls selling souvenirs such as the replica boat and ornaments and accessories from shellfish. For those who want to stay, in some locations there is lodging in the form of hotels, motels, and inns. But if you want to camp, there is also a special area for camping.

source : liburan.info

Kenjeran Beach, Neglected beauty. Indonesian


Not only as an industrial and trading city, Surabaya is also a maritime city. As a maritime city, of course, 'the city of crocodile' has a tourist beach. That Kenjeran Beach. Compared to some other coastal tourist attraction in the homeland as Parangtritis (Yogyakarta), Sanur Beach and Kuta (Bali), and Bunaken (North Sulawesi), was defeated Kenjeran Beach famous. In fact, if judging from the potential of panoramas and natural resources, in fact no less than the Coast Kenjeran other beaches.

Beach Amusement Park offers a natural tourist attraction with minimalist facilities. On offer is more tourist attraction in the world of children. Therefore, the facilities available are dominated by children's games such as carousel, slide, seesaw, spiral staircase, and other kids games.

That's what makes THP better known as tourist attractions children or family. THP also has a windsurfing club named Gull which has 22 people. Every Sunday and holidays, members of this club shows skill at sea. Of course, this becomes a very interesting attraction for visitors THP.

Another with Kenjeran Park who managed the tour. At this location, much more to offer. Starting from the means of entertainment, sports, religious tourism, culture, until edutainment. At the Water Park Kenjeran example, available swimming pools with various depths. In fact, for children, there are sled more than 10 meters tall.

Another thing that is interesting from its coast lip Kenjeran Park is arranged with Chinese architecture. Kya-Kya Kenjeran, thus the name of this shore. Beautiful architectural style makes Kya-Kya Kenjeran become a family favorite recreational areas in Surabaya. Even foreign tourists, especially from China, Korea, and Thailand, not a few who travel to this place.

At night, Kya-Kya look more attractive. Dim light of lanterns that hang from a beautiful beach atmosphere was romantic. While enjoying the atmosphere, visitors can enjoy a variety of seafood in the seafood restaurants are lined along the beach. If you go there, do not miss the taste of sea food such as rice cake kupang typical Surabaya, satai clams, and crab boil.

Every mid-September, Kya-Kya Kenjeran the scene of the Full Moon Festival. In a festival that lasts for a month now, Kya-Kya Kenjeran look lively with thousands of lanterns. This year, the Full Moon Festival seems to be more lively following the construction of a new-Kya Kya on the east side of the beach. Kenjeran Park also provides an indoor futsal facility with a capacity of more than two fields. For those who like war, is available spacecraft blast. Only by paying USD $ 30 thousand, you can act as a counter terrorist forces. Still in this object, available arena for you who love racing-kebutan. Park Race, arena.

In this place, please speeding by car, motorcycle, or go-kart. Later also a place of worship congregation founded Tri Dharma (Buddha, Kong Fu Tsu, and Taoism) are magnificent. It lies in the complex Kenjeran Ria Beach. Striking of these buildings is a statue of Goddess Kwan Im Sat Pou as high as 20 meters and its companion: two small children and two pairs of gods. Beneath it, bend a pair of fighting a giant dragon ball mustika.

Besides the statue of Goddess Kwan Im, there is also a statue of Buddha or a god Four Front (Four Faced Buddha Monument) as high as nine meters (36 feet including the dome). The monument was inaugurated on 9 November 2004 it entered the Indonesian Record Museum (MURI) as the largest and tallest Buddha statue in Indonesia. This building occupies an area of ​​225 square meters of enclosed four white elephants in the four corners of the compass. According to Dudi you, the manager of PT Granting Jaya, executing the construction of monuments, buildings are almost similar to the Four Faced Buddha statue in Thailand. ''But the total building and statue in Surabaya is higher than in Thailand,''he said.

Still not satisfied with enjoying the THP and Kenjeran Park? Try to ride a boat out to sea. The trick? It is not difficult. Because, there are fishing boats that provide services. Ask the fishermen to take you boating to sea. Usually, the fishermen charge USD 50 thousand per person for one time around the sea. You can also charter a boat yourself. The fares, $ 250 thousand. From the middle of the sea, you can view the panoramic Beach Kenjeran intact with all its activities. In addition, you can see from near the hustle and bustle of ships nationally and internationally who want to dock or leave from the Port of Tanjung Perak, Surabaya.

From the middle of the sea as well, your eyes can see the linkage point of the island of Java and Madura are charming, as well as sculpture Jalesveva Jaya Mahe Armatim Navy property that stands majestic as he hands on her hips with his sword. One more thing that you can see is the longest bridge. This is the bridge connecting the island of Java and Madura Island.

source : liburan.info

PETRA Jordan


Petra (from πέτρα petra, "rock" in Greek, Arabic: البتراء, al-Bitra) is an archaeological site in Jordan, located in the lowlands between the mountains which form the eastern wing of Wadi Araba, the large valley originated from Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba. Petra is a city founded by carving the stone walls in Jordan. Petra comes from the Greek word meaning 'rock'. Petra is the symbol and protection techniques.
PETRA Jordan (7 Wonders of the New World)
Petra is a city founded by chiseling on stone walls in Jordan. Petra is from the Greek word which means 'stone'.

Petra is the symbol and protection techniques. This word refers to the city building made of stone-batudi Wanda Araba, a bercadasdi Jordan valley. The town was founded by multiplying and carve the rock at 40 meters.

Petra was the capital of Nabatean kingdom. Founded in 9SM-40M by King Aretas IV as we that are difficult to penetrate the enemy and secure from natural disasters such as sandstorms.

Petra Nabatean building with irrigation sisitem extremely complex. There is a tunnel of water and water chambers that deliver clean water to the city, thus preventing banjirmedadak. They also have hydraulic technology to lift water.

There is also a theater that can accommodate 4,000 people. Today, the Palace Hellenitis Eating a high pick is still standing an impressive 42 meters there.

PETRA Jordan (7 Wonders of the New World)
Petra, which is about 3-5 hours travel overland from Amman, Jordan, was once the capital of Nabatean tribe, one family of Arab nations that lived before the entry of the Romans.

Actually, the origin of Nabatean tribes not known for sure. They are known as nomadic tribe that traveled to various places with a herd of camels and sheep.

Residents initial Petra is pagan. Their main god is Dushara, who worshiped in the form of black stone and irregular-shaped. Dushara worshiped side by side with Allat, ancient dewiArab.

They are very adept at making underground water tank to collect clean water that can be used when they travel far. Thus, wherever they are, they can make excavation for water lines to meet their needs for clean water.

At the end of the 4th century BC, the development of world trade makes Nabatean tribe ventured to begin participating in world trade. World trade routes began to flourish in the southern part of Jordan and south of the Dead Sea. They then use their position of strategic housing as one of the world trade routes.

Nabatean tribe could eventually become a successful merchant, with the trade of incense, spices, and ivory, among others, came from Arab parts of southern and eastern India.

A strategic location to develop business and life, and secure to protect themselves from strangers that was the reason Nabatean tribes decided to settle in the area of ​​the rock of Petra.

To maintain the prosperity that has been achieved, they collect customs duties and taxes to local traders or from outside the entrance to it. Nabatean tribes finally managed to create an international city a unique and unusual.

Petra initially built for defensive purposes. But lately, the city is crowded with tens of thousands of citizens that developed into a city located in the path of trade because the distribution of goods between Europe and the Middle East.

In the year 106 AD, Petra Romawimencaplok, thus weakening the role of trade channels. Around the year 700 AD, hydraulic systems and several major buildings crumbled into rubble. Petra was gradually disappearing from the map of the earth at that time and the living legend.

It was only in 1812, Swiss adventurer Johann Burckhardt entered the city disguised as a Muslim. The legend of Petra was meruak back in modern times, is remembered as a symbol of engineering and defense.
PETRA Jordan (7 Wonders of the New World)
Petra in Jordan, is the ancient site. Petra surrounded by mountains. Here there are mountains as high as 1350 meters above sea level. This is the highest region in this area called Mount Aaron (Jabal Harun) or Mount Hor or El-Barra.

Mount Aaron's most frequently visited by people. The visitors believe, at the peak of Jabal Harun this, the Prophet Aaron died and was buried by the Prophet Moses.

In the 14th century AD, a mosque built here with white kubahberwarna visible from many areas around Petra. Aaron arrived in Jordan today when accompanied Moses brought his people out of Egypt from the pursuit of King Pharaoh.

In the 1st century BC, the Kingdom of Nabataea a rich and strong, reaching the territory of Damascus in the north and south of the Dead Sea. At that time, Petra has been inhabited about 30 thousand inhabitants. In the great temple was built.

100's AD, the Romans once ruled this region. Architecture in Petra also influenced Roman architecture.

In 600 AD the church was built Petra. The 7th century AD, Islamhadir, and in the 14th century, the tomb of the Prophet Aaron at Jabal Harun became sacred places of Muslims, Jews and Christians apart.

At the age of 10 years, Prophet Muhammad never visited this mountain with his uncle.

After the Crusades in the 12th century, Petra had become 'lost city' for over 500 years (Lost City). Only the local population (Bedouins) in the Arab region who knew him.

source : info.indotoplist

Chichen Itza Mexico


Site Chichen Itza is a Mayan civilization in Mexico in 800SM century. Pyramid of Kukulcan at the complex historic site is believed to be the center of political and economic activities of the Mayan civilization located on the Yucatan Peninsula (now the territory of Mexico). Itza merupkan central point of the complex and other buildings such as the Pyramid Kukulcan, Temple of Chac Mool, and building the Thousand Pillar
Chichen Itza Mexico (7 Wonders of the New World)
Temple Chichen Itza is a Mayan archaeological heritage is the most complete and still well maintained. Site Mayan civilization in Mexico was, on July 7, 2007, was chosen as one of the seven wonders of the world chosen by 100 million people via email and sms (short message service) held by the Swiss Foundation.

According to the Mayan culture of Chilam Balam, the temple complex was built between the years 502-522 AD. Mayans occupy just over 200 years, then they migrate to coastal areas in Campeche. Yet another version says, Chichen Itza was built around 800 years BC.

Pyramid of Kukulcan at the complex historic site is believed to be the center of political and economic activities of the Mayan civilization located on the Yucatan Peninsula (now the territory of Mexico).

Itza is the central point of the complex and other buildings such as the Pyramids of Kukulcan, Temple of Chac Mool, and building the Thousand Pillars.

In the temple of Chichen Itza, there are two cenotes (natural wells) that made the offerings were put. That said, the Maya Indians who inhabited the city was offering jade, ceramics, and even humans to be included in the well. Offerings were given when the drought struck.

Sometimes offerings of young girls to be put alive into the pit. The role of the well is so important because in the Yucatan Peninsula there is no river. The only source of water when the drought hit is from the pits.

The name Chichen Itza means any water on the lips of the people in the local Indian language. Thus, Chichen Itza develop into the center of Mayan culture and economic governance.

Chichen Itza Mexico (7 Wonders of the New World)
That said, Chichen Itza is a symbol of veneration and science. Chichen Itza was founded Toltec king named Quetzalcoatlyang tribe came to the Yucatan Peninsula with his troops. At that time, the Maya have lived in the area, then together Toltec tribes, began to build the temple that resembles a pyramid. Thus, the peak period of Chichen Itza is a mixture of Toltec and Mayan culture.

One of the largest temples established is Kukulkan. Based on the legend of the Maya, Kukulkan is a snake-haired incarnation of the god Quetzalcoatl. Temple of Kukulkan pyramid bertangga form, with the terraces. On each side of the rectangular pyramid there are the steps to the summit. At the top there is the entrance to the room Crown Stone Jaguar King Kukulkan, which was painted red and moss green spots.

At Chichen Itza there is also a field game similar to basketball games today. Games 'pok ta pok' ie throwing the ball through a circle on a wall 7 meters above the ground. Captain of the team who first succeeded in firing the ball will be beheaded as a sacrifice to the gods.

In 1221, an uprising broke out. Wood roofs, markets and temples destroyed knight. Power over any move to Mayapan Yucatan, until the Spanish conquerors arrived.

This temple complex is extensive and each temple apart from the others. In the middle stands the temple of El Castilo (Palace), a complete renovation. Pyramid shape, the roof just blunt. Seeing the temple of El Castilo reminiscent of temple Sukuh in Karanganyar, Solo. Both temples are like a sister to the temple of El Castilo kembar.Keistimewaan are the steps to the top of the temple. Any date 21Maret and September 23, between day and night of equal length. At that time during the day, the steps of the temple in shadow. So that our eyes deceived, as if there is a lot of snakes up the temple. But the next day at the same time will seem as if the snake down the steps.

In the vicinity of the temple complex there is a statue called the Red Jaguar. According to Bishop Landa, in place of the ceremony is often held the victim. The victims consisted of leopard (Jaguar), turtles, turkeys, dogs or any animal heart. Even sometimes the victims are human too.

In the vicinity of the temple complex were also found eight patungChac Mool. Human-shaped sculpture with a sitting position looking up. Second tanggannya holding offerings and head turned to the left. Chac Mool to worship the god of rain.
Still in the complex of Chichen Itza, there are two walls of equal height. Arena between the two walls that the Maya used to play ball. It is possible that the ball made of rubber, considering the surrounding area grow rubber trees. Not only the Mayas who likes to play ball, but also the Zapotec tribe.

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