Amsterdam Sightseeing Attraction: Buddhist Temple Fo Guang Shan
Buddhist Temple Fo Guang Shan Located in the Amsterdam Chinatown quarter, the Fo Guang
India’s Unforgettable Diverse Adventures and Activities
If it’s an adventure holiday you are looking for, India has it all. Be it trekking over mountainous passes, skiing down smooth snowy slopes, riding the waves of the sea on a wind surfer-or a horse in the desert, be it river rafting or trout fishing, India has some of the best-and at incredible prices.
India’s Wildlife: Mudumalai & Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
The history of Bharatpur dates back to 5th century BC, when the Matsya kingdom flourished here. The Matsyas were allies of the Pandavas in the Mahabharata war.
Legends say that the origin of the name Bharatpur is traced to Bharat, younger brother of Lord Ram. Laxman, the other brother, was given the most prestigious position as that of the family deity of the ruling family of Bharatpur. His name also appears in the state seals and coat-of-arms.
Sariska Tiger Reserve, Gir , Bandipur & Nagarhole National Park
Sariska Tiger Reserve is a tiger reserve in Alwar district, Rajasthan, India. It stretches over an area of 881 km² comprising scrub-thorn arid forests, dry deciduous forests, grasslands, and rocky hills. This area was a hunting preserve of the Alwar state and was declared a wildlife reserve in 1955
Kaziranga National Park, Manas Tiger Reserve & Periyar National Park
Kaziranga National Park is a national park in the Golaghat, Karbi Anglong and Nagaon districts of the state of Assam, India. The sanctuary, which hosts two-thirds of the world’s great one-horned rhinoceroses, is a World Heritage Site.
According to the census held in March 2018 which was jointly conducted by the Forest Department of the Government of Assam and some recognized wildlife NGOs, the rhino population in Kaziranga National Park is 2,413. It comprises 1,641 adult rhinos (642 males, 793 females, 206 unsexed); 387 sub-adults (116 males, 149 females, 122 unsexed); and 385 calves.
India’s Wildlife: Sundarbans National Park & Ranthambhore National Park
Sundarbans National Park is a large coastal mangrove forest, shared by India and Bangladesh. The area is home to the Royal Bengal tiger, plus other endangered species such as the estuarine crocodile and Ganges River dolphin.
India’s Wildlife: Jim Corbett National Park and Dudhwa National Park
Jim Corbett National Park, which is a part of the larger Corbett Tiger Reserve, a Project Tiger Reserve lies in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The magical landscape of Corbett is well known and fabled for its tiger richness. Established in the year 1936 as Hailey National Park, Corbett has the glory of being India’s oldest and most prestigious National Park.
India’s Wildlife: Kanha National Park and Bandhavgarh National Park
Kanha National Park is nestled in the Maikal range of Satpuras in Madhya Pradesh, the heart of India that forms the central Indian highlands. The national park is being popularized as the Tiger reserve and interestingly is being declared as one of the finest wildlife areas in the world.
The Best Wilderness Areas in Europe
When you think of a European vacation, you probably think of glamorous and historic cities: Paris, London, Rome and others. You most likely call to mind bustling city streets, architectural marvels, cathedrals, and museums.
6 Destination Ideas For Your Summer Vacation
Summer is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about your summer vacation. What do you have in mind this year: sitting on a beach, exploring nature, or visiting historical sites? Would you like to travel somewhere close by or further afield?