Beijing: Chinese modernity wrapped in culture

Beijing is the capital city of the Republic of China, world’s most populous country. It is the second largest city and also the seat of government, education and culture. The city is popular for its uniformity and regular construction.

The Beijing Capital International Airport receives millions of passengers each year and is the second busiest airport in the world. Beijing is an international city and schedules many important events through the year. The city played a gracious host to global athletes during the Olympics Games in the year 2008.
Beijing is surrounded by hills and many rivers flowing through it add to the grandeur of this affluent city. Whether you are on a business trip or a casual holiday you must visit a few remarkable tourist attractions that will leave you captivated.

The Forbidden City, don’t go by the name, is an imperial palace located in the heart of Beijing. A 500 year old landmark it is home to the Palace Museum. It is a beautifully carved wooden structure that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can delve into the Chinese history and find a lot of information on the artwork and artifacts here.

Tiananmen Square is a huge city square and one of the largest in the world. It shares a deep connection with China’s past and over the years has witnessed a number of events of great importance to the Chinese context. Even today it is thronged as much by people for mass celebrations as by politicians to address the gathering. It reminds the country of its May Fourth Movement in 1919 and the proclamation of the People’s Republic of China by Mao Zedong on October 1, 1949.

The Temple of Heaven is a large architectural compound that was once an important seat for the emperors to pay their obeisance to the heavens. All of it has been built in accordance to these philosophies followed by the then rulers. It was later turned into a park and today is one of the prime tourist attractions in the city.
The Summer Palace is another magnificent beauty worth a visit. A beautiful park located on Longevity Hill and overlooking Lake Kunming, it is steeped in 800 years of thriving records. You will find a range of pavilions, halls, palaces, gardens, temples, bridges and classical style architectures here. It is an aesthetic treat, a popular tourist attraction and a melodious leisure outing area.

When in Beijing you can’t miss the sight of The Great Wall of China, a majestic and distinguished Chinese creation. It is said to be the only man made structure visible from the moon, a feat yet unachievable. 6,000 kilometers long, this wall has been duly renovated from time to time. It was originally created to protect the region from invaders.

China is famous for its handicrafts and Beijing is the perfect place to get hold of authentic Chinese goods to take home. You can pick up from a plethora of options like antiques, porcelain, cloisonné, lacquerware, silk, jade, paintings, embroidery and other products.

You can further indulge in Chinese splendor provided you have the time and the enthusiasm!

Explore the culture and scenic beauty of 'Aamchi Mumbai'

Are you seeking a holiday spot where you’ll find a unique assortment of tranquility, fun, excitement and lavishness? Then Mumbai is the place to spend your holiday this season. Mumbai (earlier known as Bombay by Britishers) is the capital city of Maharashtra and the largest city in India. Mumbai was once called as Bom Bahia, meaning ‘Beautiful Bay’ by the Portuguese. The city got its name ‘Mumbai’ in 1995.

The city of Mumbai has something for everyone – be it shopping, sightseeing, fun activities, dining in lavish or budget restaurants or its vibrant culture. In fact, you will fall short of time when exploring this multifaceted city. The city is visited by several international visitors each year due to its cultural and modern beauty. The city is renowned among localities as ‘Aamchi Mumbai.’

Shopping in Mumbai:

If you don’t know from where to start your vacation in the city, visit the many popular markets of the city. Shopping is always fun and therefore a great way to commence your trip with. The popular shopping spots here are Fashion Street, Linking Road, Colaba Causeway, Crawford Market, Zaveri Bazaar, Manish Market, Chor Bazaar, Hill Road and many others. All these markets are popular for accessories, western trendy outfits, jewelries, electronic gadgets and decorative items. However, if you want to shop for traditional Indian outfits and accessories, especially for weddings, the Bhuleshawar Market, Mangaldas Market, Gandhi Market and Dadar Market are some of the renowned places for selling items at an affordable price.

Apart from market shopping, you can also opt for the city shopping malls. There are numerous popular and huge shopping complexes in the city that provide everything and anything under one roof. Some of the known shopping malls in the city are, Infinity Mall, Oberoi Mall, Raguleela Mall, Nirmal Lifestyle, Rmall, Korum Mall, High Street Phoenix, Atria Millennium Mall, Inorbit Mall, and several others.

Attractions in Mumbai:

Mumbai has numerous attractions from historical to modern, cultural to religious and natural to artificial. You will short of time but not of attractions in the city. Every season in the city is the best time to holiday. Beaches, temples, churches, malls, markets, nightlife and Bollywood, Mumbai have it all. Some of the popular attractions of the city you must visit while on a trip are the Gateway of India, Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, Haji Ali, Bollywood, Elephanta Island, Marine Drive, Nariman Drive, Hanging Garden and the list goes on.

The city has several known beaches like Juhu Beach, Girgaum Chowpaty, Versova Beach, Madh Island, Manori Beach, Gorai Beach, Dadar Chowpaty, Aksa Beach and Marve Beach etc. Don’t miss the scenic beauty of these wonderful beaches of the city.

What to Eat in Mumbai?

Mumbai cuisine is famous for its spicy taste and aroma. Vada Pav, Pav Bhaji, Bhajiya Pav, The Bombay Sandwich, Bheja Fry, Bombil Fry, Bhel Puri, Chinese Bhel, Pani Puri, Chicken Mayo Roll, Butter Chicken, Falooda, Dhokla, Fish and prawn curry, Frankie, Kolhapuri Mutton, and Kanda Poha are some of dishes you can’t miss eating in Mumbai. The city offers food for every pocket and every taste bud. It has both luxurious and budget restaurants. Street side stalls and Chinese stalls are most famous here for tasty and affordable food.

India : Rich in Culture and Heritage

India, which is officially termed as the Republic of India is a beautiful country in South Asia. It is the 7th major country as per its coverage area and is the home to more than 1.2bn people (most populous democracy in the world). In the Indian subcontinent, the country is ranked as the largest and has great difference in culture, climate, geography, ethnicity, and language. The country is said to be golden bird where multi-lingual people reside proudly and enjoy the largest democracy on Earth.

The country has fix seasons - monsoon, summer and winter. Some parts of the country remains barren and desert-like during summers and some parts bring too chilled weather. When it comes to rain, the southwest monsoon is more important if compared with northeast, the two modes of winds that bring precipitation in the country. The southwest wind delivers rain in most parts of the country. This is how everything is set and decided for the crop to grow in perfect manner.

Major Attractions

Taj Mahal

This beautiful marble attraction is made by Shah Jahan, Mughal Emperor for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The interior of this beautiful mausoleum becomes awe-inspiring due to many different precious stones carved in each design. From outside, this attraction looks more appealing for the beautiful man-made garden-like setting.

India Gate

This national monument is a huge structure in Delhi, constructed in the year 1931. It’s a noteworthy attraction that gleams at night.

Qutb Minar

This is a shocking yet very interesting minaret (built in 1192) in the country standing as the tallest structure in India, but tilted at one side. This old Islamic Monument has got Arabic inscription that stands with the help of iron integration and is a world heritage site.

Adam’s Bridge
It is also called as Rama Set or Rama’s Bridge from where you can gaze the country’s magnificence below. It is a limestone shoals’ series, prominently called as the Rameswaram Island.

Essel World

This old theme park was built in 1986 with amazing counterparts – Water Kingdom. Together, they draw thousands of visitors year round. You can get highly excited and enjoy some thrilling rides/slides and other mind-blowing things to do and see.

Gateway of India

This monument was built when the country’s financial hub – Mumbai was under British Raj. It is situated on the waterfront, overlooking the Arabian Sea. You can take boat rides or can travel to Elephanta Caves by departing from the dock.

Charminar

Constructed during 1591 CE, the Charminar monument along with its mosque is a great place to explore. It is the most renowned and highly influential structures in the country.

Sundarbans

If you wish to see the world famous Bengal tigers then a visit at this major mangrove forest (single chunk of tidal halophytic) is very important. This national park is listed under UNESCO where you can enjoy some gaming.

Copenhagen: Experience Diverse Magnetisms

Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark and is also the most populous city located on the eastern coast of Zealand. It boasts a number of tunnels and bridges to connect the parts of the city. The cityscape is divided by waterfronts and promenades, making it much more fascinating for tourists to explore.

History and Climate

The city was originated as a harbor and today it boasts archaeological findings that dated back to 11th century old. According to many historians, the town dates to the late Viking age. Its excellent harbor helped the city grow until it became an important center of commerce. The city transformed itself as the nation’s capital in mid-15th century.

The city has oceanic climate and experiences unstable and variable weather patterns in all four seasons. The temperature often goes above 5 degrees than average due to low pressure systems.

Precipitation remains moderate throughout the year. Snowfall occurs especially from late December to early March. Rain occurs between January and February. Winters goes to near freezing point.

Architecture

The city houses some of the incredible architecture including the baroque church of Our Savior which is most unique and must not overlook. Just enjoy the magnificent views of the city from the top of the church which is a part of Copenhagen skyline.

Another attraction to explore is the Rundetarn or Round Tower which is a stunning piece of architecture built in 17th century. It was originally designed and built as an astronomical observatory and today displays a vast collection of art and historical artifacts. It is widely used today by tourists to enjoy the panoramic views of this breathtaking city.

Some of the great architectural works that you can explore are The Marble Church, Slotsholmen with Christianshavn and Christiansborg Palace, renaissance spires of Rosenborg Castle and dragon spire of Christian IV’s former stock exchange.

Nightlife
ffers a lively night scene with innumerable bars and clubs. Nightlife is famous for its jazz scene. Visit Copenhagen Jazz House which is among the key jazz settings in the world. Enjoy some live music on weekends.

There is Tivoli Gardens which is one of the oldest amusement parks in the world and hosts live outdoor concerts on Friday evenings. Internationally famous groups perform here. You get a range of choices to indulge in eating, drinking, and trying some roller-coaster rides.

Food

When you are in Copenhagen, you must not miss trying the traditional Danish food and Smørrebrød (open sandwiches) which are really tempting. Smørrebrød consists of several toppings including Danish brie and smoked eel on a piece of buttered rye bread. It is one of the essential parts of Scandinavian cuisine best tried at Nyhavn harbour. Just sit back, relax and watch the ship sailing.

If you feel like splashing out a bit then visit the world famous restaurant Noma which reinvented the traditional Nordic cuisine. The restaurant offers unique atmosphere with an incredible menu.

Others

Apart from amazing architecture, the city is home to some amazing parks including King’s Garden, Botanical Gardens and the largest 58 hectares park in Copenhagen Fælledparken. It also boasts three different beaches with a total of around 8 km of sandy beaches lies within 30 minutes cycling distance from the city centre. One of the beaches is Amager Strandpark that was opened in 2005 and features a 2 km long artificial island.

Holiday in the Mystic Land of Bangalore

The capital of the Indian state of Karnataka, Bangalore (Bengaluru) is one of the fastest growing and developing metropolises in India. The city is also known as the ‘Silicon Valley of India’ due to its position as the nation’s leading IT exporter.  Ornamented with wonderful attractions and myriad fun activities, the city is one of the top holiday destinations in the country. Enjoying the aura of being one of the cleanest cities in India due to its lush garden and cool atmosphere, Bangalore was once renowned as the ‘Pensioner’s Paradise’ and ‘Garden City of India.
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A recent survey by the Global HR Consultancy Mercer revealed Bangalore as one of the most liveable city in India, leaving behind Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi and Kolkata. The city enjoys a superb climate all year round.

How to reach the city?

The city is well connected by road, rail and air. The Bengaluru International Airport is the nearest airport to reach by air. You can also take deluxe and luxury buses from your city to reach Bangalore. The Bangalore railway station is located in the heart of the city, where trains from all the major cities of the country halts.

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What to See?

Sightseeing is one of the major activities to do in Bangalore. The city offers plenty of attractions that are a mixture of historical and modern sights. Take a look at the huge list:

Tipu Sultan’s Palace – The Palace is now converted into a museum. The palace was believed to be one of the Tipu Sultan’s summer retreats. A huge beautiful palace with two storied flowery wooden structures and a lush green garden embellishing the palace.

Bangalore Palace – The Palace was built in 1887 that depicts the Tudor - style and has strengthened towers with elegantly carved wooden interiors. The Palace is decorated with Gothic style windows. Visit and get the royal feeling.

Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government Museum – The museum displays some of the greatest and the finest artworks of the city. The two-storey art gallery comprises of over 600 paintings. It is a great place for art lovers.

Ulsoor Lake – Also known as ‘Halsur’ or ‘Alasur,’ the lake is popular as tourist attractions of the city. You can enjoy boating in this lake, but swimming isn’t allowed here.

Lal Bagh – One of the country’s most spectacular botanical gardens, Lal Bagh has several imported plants and trees from different countries as well as houses homegrown trees.

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ISKCON Temple –The Temple is a unique mixture of modern technology and spiritual harmony. If you want to learn about the Vedic culture and spirituality, this is the right place.

Bannerghatta National Park – Located about 22km. away from the main city, this national park reserves lions, Indian tigers, crocodiles and other mammals. September to January is the best time to visit this place.

Commercial Street – If you love shopping, this is the place for you. Commercial Street is one of the major shopping complexes in India that sells anything and everything.

Other attractions are Cubbon Park, Lumbini Gardens, Bull temple, Wonder La, Vikasa Soudha and others.

Visiting Buenos Aires International Book Fair

Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina, is quite a vibrant city in the European continent. This incredible city is famous for its amazing art and culture scene. The people of this city are friendly and welcoming. Taking flights to Buenos Aires means you are arriving at a city where you’ll be able to enjoy a lively nightlife. The visitors to the city are spellbound with its impressive architecture and fine dining.


Being renowned for its art and culture, Buenos Aires also plays hosts to several important events that take place throughout the year. The city is holding one such important event in the year 2013, especially for the book lovers.

If you have great love for books and literary pursuits, it’s time that you book last minute flights to Buenos Aires without any further delay. The city will play host to the 39th edition of Buenos Aires International Book Fair, which is taking place from April 25 to May 13, 2013.

The Buenos Aires International Festival is considered to be the largest of its kind in the Spanish speaking world. This most significant cultural and editorial event in Latin America would be attracting a large number of visitors associated with books and book publishing industry.

Buenos Aires is highly accessible from most parts of the world. There are various international airlines operating direct flights to Buenos Aires. If traveling from European countries, you may consider book Air France flights or travel by British Airways, Iberia, Lufthansa and other carriers. Whether traveling from any part of the world, you’ll just revel in taking part in Buenos Aires International Book Fair.

A large number of trade visitors and other book lovers are expected to attend the Buenos Aires International Book Fair. The fair is being widely seen as an important platform for book publishers, distributors, sellers, librarians, editors, authors, social scientists, teachers and over 1,200,000 readers from across the world.

The Buenos Aires International Book Fair will be held at the vast La Rural exhibition complex. The fair will be featuring conferences, book presentations, round-tables, shows, talks with renowned Argentinean and international intellectuals, events for specialists and publishing professionals, activities for teenagers and children, and book sales of literature in all languages.

The participation on renowned authors from around the world would provide opportunity to interact with them and gain insight and increase knowledge. Some of the famous authors to participate in this year’s fair include Jean-Philippe Toussaint, Christophe Dejours and Mathias Enard (all from France); Vladimir Sorokin (Russia); Arturo Perez Reverte, Rosa Montero, Jesús Jiménez Domínguez and Javier Cercas (all from Spain); Sarah Lark (Germany), John Katzenbach and Claudia Grey (all from USA),  Han Kang (South Korea), Miguel Gomes (Venezuela), Laura Esquivel (Mexico), Walter Dresel (Uruguay), Leonardo Boff (Brazil), Stefanno Benni (Italy), Nobel Prize winner John Coetzee (South Africa), among others.

Several events have also been lined up at the Buenos Aires International Festival this year, such as a Story-telling meeting, the International Poetry Festival, a Book Reading Marathon, theater, dance and music shows, free courses and workshops, and more.

Mumbai - Visiting India's financial hub and Film capital!

The idea of visiting India’s financial capital and the City of Bollywood has always been alluring. It’s a fun destination. Travel to Mumbai and see how the city captivates you with all its glamor, dazzle and razzmatazz. I have visited Mumbai several times and always want to visit the city whenever I can. I am a native of Thailand, presently residing in Bangkok. I prefer to buy airline tickets on either Thai Airways or Jet Airways flights. Most of the times, I manage to get cheap plane tickets. This is simply great as I am able to save a good amount on my flight tickets. I want to share my experiences on my visit to Mumbai so that you may get acquainted with the city before planning a visit here.

Mumbai, also known as Bombay, is the capital city of Maharashtra state. It is India’s financial capital as well as film capital. This greatest port of the country is perched on the Arabian Sea, covering an island separated from the rest of India by a winding creek. This amazing city with its contemporary and vibrant culture is a world unto itself. Mumbai is distinctly tropical, with pockets of palm trees and warm, salty breezes, ready to welcome you.

Visit Mumbai, and you will find the city striking. Here you’ll be simply amazed on seeing the affluent and the poor living merrily side by side. Venturing out on the streets of Mumbai is sometimes difficult as they are crowded. The city presently hosts nearly 20 million people.

The city presents a spectacle to the visitors with the remnants of the British Raj. The weathered Victorian mansions, some still privately owned, and grand public buildings, many beautifully lit at night, present an awesome sight and are lingering reminders of the British Raj.

The best time to visit Mumbai is between the months of November and February, when the weather is warm, less humid and free from monsoons. Mumbai is a great tourist destination and the visitors experience the city best in eating, shopping, and wandering through strikingly different neighborhoods, and markets. The city also holds several attractions with its great historic monuments and film studios. Mumbai, popularly known as Bollywood, produces the largest numbers of films in the world. While strolling on the streets of Mumbai, you’ll get opportunity to see Hindi film starts passing by. The city is simply great to visit. I hope you got an outlook of what Mumbai is all about. This will help you in preparing for your visit to Mumbai beforehand.

Savoring Filipino cuisine in Manila

I am from Honolulu and frequently travel by my favorite Hawaiian Airlines flights to Manila. Whenever I travel to Manila, I always make it a point to buy cheap airfare tickets from the well-known travel company Fare Buzz which offers me great savings with its attractive flight deals every time I visit Manila, the capital city of Philippines, savoring on Filipino cuisine is my first love. I usually visit this beautiful city for leisure and spending my vacations.

I thought it would be just great to share the Filipino cuisine that I gorge on during my stay in Manila. The cuisine in Philippines has typically evolved over several centuries from its Austronesian origins to a mixed cuisine with many Hispanic, Chinese, American and other Asian influences adapted to indigenous ingredients and the local palate.

In Philippines, you’ll find simple dishes from a meal of fried salted fish and rice, to the elaborate paellas and cocidos created for fiestas. Some of the popular dishes include lechón (whole roasted pig), tapa (cured beef), lumpia (fresh or fried spring rolls), pancit (noodles), sinigang (meat or seafood in sour broth), hamonado (pork sweetened in pineapple sauce), crispy pata (deep-fried pig's leg), kare-kare (oxtail and vegetables cooked in peanut sauce), afritada (chicken and/or pork simmered in a tomato sauce with vegetables), pochero (beef in bananas and tomato sauce), mechado (larded beef in soy and tomato sauce), kaldereta (meat in tomato sauce stew), adobo (chicken and/or pork braised in garlic, vinegar, oil and soy sauce, or cooked until dry), longganisa (Philippine sausage), and torta (omelette).

I had heard that Monggo Soup with Tinapa (a kind of small fish in Philippines) is good for health. So, I thought that I must try this first. It tasted quite salty. The famous pork bits came next. I tried this out and it tasted good. Another Filipino delicacy that one must taste is Bringhe. It is made up of glutinous rice with chicken cooked in coconut milk, flavored and tinted yellow with turmeric. This is a special delicacy usually served during Fiesta celebration and Christmas season.

It would just be amazing if you get to taste Longganisa sausages flavored with indigenous spices, with each region having its own specialty. However, what I liked the most was Tapang Kalabaw, supposedly water buffalo beef. It tasted a little like charsiew except juicier.

These are some of the popular Filipino cuisines that visitors must try to taste during their visit to Manila. I can only say that my sojourn to Manila was quite a fulfilling one.

This season vacation in Saint Martin

Saint Martin is an island in the northeast of Caribbean, towards the east of Puerto Rico. It is one of the finest vacation hotspot you can choose for your winter holidays. The specialty of this place is that no matter which age group you belong to, the spot is open for all to enjoy their leisure time with fun.

Saint Martin is known for its beaches, colorful nightlife, exotic drinks, and royal casinos. You can shop for trendy outfits, handicrafts, and other local items. You can also go for French and Indian cuisine; I have experience with foods served here.

Shopping is one of the favorite pastimes here. When I was in the town, I bought many items like local crafts & arts, exotic foods, jewelry, liquor, tobacco, leather goods, and other designer items. Search for cheap flight deals to Saint Martin and book tickets to the city.

The city is blessed with plenty of attractions like Saint Maarten Zoo, Philipsburg Boardwalk, Butterfly Farm, Pic Paradis (Peak Paradise), Carnival, French Museum, Dutch Museum, Fort St. Louis, Fort Amsterdam, Market, and lots more. Look for flights to the city online and book your tickets immediately. Early booking attracts plenty of discounts and offers.

When I was here, I utilized my vacation days by visiting Loterie Farm, Butterfly Farm, Plantation Mont Vernon, Seaside Nature Park, Marigot, and lots more. I also enjoyed hiking, snorkeling, scuba diving, ferry to Anguilla, Saba, and St.Barths, and many others. Search for flights to Saint Martin and book tickets instantly.

Try the Caribbean cuisine for the most delightful experience. The city has more than 350 restaurants where you can try local cuisines at an affordable price. You will enjoy food quality, flavor, and service. Search for cheap flight to Saint Martin and enjoy your vacation to the city.

Around the city, you will find restaurant specializing in local, American, Caribbean, Dutch, French, Indian, Italian and many other types of cuisine. Some of the popular local restaurants and café in the city are Taloula Mango's, Jimbo's Rock & Blues Café, Organic Cuisine, Lee's Roadside Grill, Zee Best, and lots more. Book cheap airfare tickets to Saint Martin and enjoy a pleasant and fun-filled holiday to the city.

I would suggest, you visit the city when major events are organized. You will find variety of events in the city like cultural fest, sports events, dining fest, and variety of others. Some of the popular events of the city are Island Adventures, St. Maarten’s Annual Carnival Season, Limin at Loterie Farm, The 33rd St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, and others.

You can go for Sun Country Airlines for visiting this city. It is one of the finest airlines offering cheap tickets and world-class amenities. Search for Sun Country Airlines flight deals and grab the best deal. Search for Sun Country Airlines flight online and fly to Saint Martin.

Celebrating Japan Day in Düsseldorf

The thought of celebrating Japan Day in Dusseldorf has always fascinated me. I am from Tokyo, but don’t have any relatives or acquaintances in Germany’s leading city Dusseldorf. But, the city with its strong Japanese community has been luring me no ends. I wanted to see and experience how it feels like being Japanese in a foreign land among its own expatriate natives. I wanted to see whether the Japanese community has been influenced with the German culture and manners. This year, Japan Day is being held in May 2013 in Dusseldorf, the traditional stronghold of Japanese business in Europe. I have already booked my flight tickets in advance and got great flight deals as well. Booking airline tickets much in advance is always advisable as you are at an advantage in booking cheap flights. I will be taking Lufthansa flights to Dusseldorf from Tokyo to participate in Japan Day.

Dusseldorf is home to around 7,000 Japanese nationals. The city is expecting several hundreds of thousands of visitors from worldwide to participate in Japan Day. Massive preparations for the festival are already underway with the active participation and input from Dusseldorf’s Japanese community. The city is being decked up at a frenetic pace. I am just imagining how Dusseldorf will be transformed for the day into “Japan on the Rhine”. The day will culminate in a magical display of fireworks at night. It will be simply incredible to immerse myself in the festivity when I arrive in Dusseldorf for the event. 

Japan Day is being regularly celebrated in Dusseldorf in either May or June since 2002. This has developed into one of the most popular events in the city. The festival brings native Germans and Japanese together. This is one of the great moments for the Japanese community residing in Dusseldorf to take advantage and showcase the culture of Japan to millions of German and international visitors. The regular highlights of the event include Kimono fittings, calligraphy, samurai warriors and musical groups. A pyrotechnician specially travels from Japan to Dusseldorf for the grand finale, which traditionally ends with the huge Japanese fireworks display.

I am just waiting for the grand day when I take my flights to Dusseldorf so that I may gorge on the Japanese delicacies here, such as sushi,  or tempura. For now, I can only fancy how the feeling of being at home will dawn upon me while being among my Japanese people in Dusseldorf.

The Irish Experience

It is our practice to go for long holiday tours to different places every year. We mostly prefer destinations that are far from our place as we can enjoy a climate and culture that is quite different from us. This year we planned a trip to Dublin, the capital city of Ireland.

During last several years Dublin has attained a status of one of the most visited cities in Europe. Hence almost all international airlines of the region are operating flights to Dublin. Besides there are several other cheap airline flights too to this city. We have purchased cheap tickets to Dublin and reached there to experience a good time.

The city that exhibits a typical Irish character is situated on the banks of River Liffey. Actually the river is dividing the city into north and south regions. There is a visible cultural conflict between these two regions. The northern side is mostly inhabited by the labors while the southern part is inhabited by middle and upper class people. There is a difference even in the dialect of the people belonging to these two regions. This is the first time in my life I am seeing such different types of cultures within a city limit. And, it may the only such city in the world too.

The city houses many places of importance which attracts visitors from all over the world. Most of the cheap flights to Dublin will be always filled with tourists who come here to spend their times in such structures. Dublin Castle is one such structure which has been originally constructed in 1204 to protect the city from Norman Invasion. The castle and the land around it offer a good amount of privacy for the people. We have seen many couples there enjoying their private moments there. Spire of Dublin is another structure that attracts many visitors. 

There are many other places in the city which will satisfy any types of visitors. However, I could not finish talking about Dublin without mentioning about the warm hospitality of the city locals. We have experienced it in our hotel and at all the places we visited. The delicious traditional food served in restaurants and the old wine we had from a way side restaurant while coming back from our visit to Dublin Castle are very delicious and we cannot forget the taste in our life time. Now we are planning for one more trips to enjoy the Irish experience in the coming month too. As nobody will be satisfied with just one visit to the city, the city is frequently visited by the people. Each time they feel like at home. And that is the attraction of the city and its beauty too.