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22
Nov

The Oeresund Bridge

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Connecting Denmark and Sweden, the Oeresund bridge is the largest rail & road bridge in all of Europe. The construction of the bridge was finished in July 2000 and was then open to the public. What makes this construction so unique, is the fact that it has two railway tracks above four lanes for cars. The aim of the bridge was to provide a suitable route for traffic using the E20 European road, this means that people who lived in Scandinavia, now direct access to roads around central Europe. It was designed by Georg Rotne and is an icon for the area. It is over 7800 meters long and connects to the Drogden undersea tunnel. The reason they decided not to continue the bridge across to the other side, was to provide adequate room in Oeresund strait for cargo ships and other boats to pass through. Although the bridge has a clearance height... read more

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7
Nov

The Cascade Iguacu

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The sheer beauty of nature cannot be more evident than at the awe-inspiring Iguazu falls that border Brazil and Argentina, near to where they converge with Paraquay. Cascada Iguacu, or Cascade Iguacu in English, are spectacular falls situated in the Parque Nacional Iguazú near Puerto Iguazú. This is slightly east of the confluence of the Iguazú and Paraná rivers. To witness the magnificence of nature, as over 176 000 cubic feet of ranging water plummets over into the 230 foot gorge below, is a sight to behold. The name comes from the local Guarani language, which simply means “big or great waters”. There are a staggering 275 cascades which stretch almost two miles. The huge amount of spray generated by these falls has led to dense forests overgrowing with palms, bamboo trees, ferns, begonias and wild orchids. This provides an ideal home for a dazzling array of bird life. About 450 species of birds are found... read more

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24
Oct

Baikal Lake Lodging

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One of the most popular tourist attractions in the whole of Russia is Lake Baikal in Siberia in the south east. Accommodation varies from single rooms and back-packers lodges to luxurious villas and hotels. Most prices for Baikal Lake lodging are quoted in US dollars. Hotels and Villas are not cheap, although some of the back-packers lodges and hostels are very reasonable. The main centers such as Listvyanka and Irkutsk have numerous luxury hotels. The outlying areas are rather sparse when it comes to up-market lodgings, however budget accommodation provides for a more personal touch. Lake Baikal was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1996. It contains about 20% of the worlds unfrozen fresh water and is also the world’s most voluminous freshwater lake. The massive lake is totally surrounded by mountains, contains 27 islands and has as many as three hundred and thirty rivers flowing into it. The lake has an extremely... read more

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10
Oct

How To Have Fun Enjoying The Maputo Night Life

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Mozambique is a country located in southeastern Africa, and is popular with tourists who enjoy the Maputo night life. The capital city located on a port, Maputo has a population of 1.7 million people. The majority of it's economy is involved with businesses utilizing the harbour for import & export. The country is very multicultural, with many Portuguese, Asian, Indian and African people, all living and working in the same area. There's a strong Latin presence in the air, and you will notice this during late night adventures enjoying the Maputo night life. There are a variety of restaurants, bars and night clubs on offer throughout the city. There is something for everyone. If you love sipping on wine while indulging in relaxing jazz beats, the Chez Rangel is the place for you. It provides a great location and is only a stones throw away from the beach. If you love dancing... read more

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26
Sep

Exploring Mumbai in the Evening

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Formerly known as Bombay, the city of Mumbai boasts a rich and varied nightlife scene that is just waiting to be discovered. People who want to get a real feel for the city should spend time exploring Mumbai by night as this is when the mighty metropolis really comes to life. Mumbai is one of the few Indian cities that never sleep and visitors who are in search of evening entertainment will never have to look far. One of the most vibrant districts to explore after dark is Chowpatty Beach. Here visitors will find plenty of interesting bars and colourful cabarets and the fun often spills over onto the nearby Colaba Causeway. Visitors to Mumbai that really want to let their hair down should check out Juhu Beach. The discos here are open to both local people and travellers alike, while Juhu Beach also boasts some of the trendiest pubs in the whole city. People... read more

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