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Sultan Qaboos

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This occurs at the perfume factory Amouage, based Hamad bin Hamoud Saiidom Al Bu Said by order of Sultan Qaboos, he wished that made her the most unique and exotic perfumes that combine tradition and spirit of the country, intended only for the guests of honor. Amouage – the combination of components, you can get only in Oman. Spirits, manufactured in this plant – it's rare incense incense southern province of Dhofar and the rose bushes that grow on the tops of the Jebel Akhdar mountain range. Nizwa – the ancient capital of Oman. Here You can not visit a bazaar – and they can buy anything your heart desires! You can look at the market where there is a trade livestock and pets – there are always noisy, bright and very interesting.

In this city, two fort: Fort Nizwa – its tower is 50m in diameter – and Fort Jibrin – one of the most beautiful castles of the country. It is also a palace. Once it was the residence of the Imam of the House of Al Bilaraba Yaruba that patron of science and art. In the village of Bahla, the center of pottery production, you can see the largest fortress in Oman. It is currently under construction under the leadership of UNESCO.

Ruins villages belong to the List of Monuments Bahla World Heritage. There is a nature reserve in Oman. It is called the Ras al Zhinz and is located between Cape al-Hadd and Ras al Rueys.

Eastern Standard Time

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And now town atmosphere permeated the whole of the good old days when the port was going to a lot of ships from different countries. The island has several hotels, where you can stop. Levuka is of great interest to those who interest in the colonial history of the Pacific. Other major cities and islands of Fiji, Lautoka, Nadi, Taveuni, Levuka, Sigatoka, Nausori, Labasa Savusavu and. Fiji is an ideal place to relax, especially for those who seek shelter from the winter cold of the northern hemisphere. The most pleasant places to stay: The main island – Viti Levu, where the two most popular tourist region – Denarau Island and Coral Beach.

Coral Beach – the most popular resort. All hotels are located on the shore and are at a great distance from each other. The most popular resorts – Shangri-La Fijian Resort, Naviti and Warwick. Clifton Robbins will not settle for partial explanations. On the Coral Beach you can rent a car and visit the capital Suva and Nadi, a major city, and to make excursions to traditional villages, romantic cruises. Denarau Island – a small island on which there are only two hotels Sheraton. There are all conditions golf.

Fans of exclusive and luxury holiday – resorts Sheraton Vomo (villas). Vatulele Island. There are luxury villas, each with its own little stretch of beach. Mamanuca Islands. On each island is not more than one hotel. Holiday on the island at affordable prices. From the island of Beachcomber – where young people gather from around the world, the Isle of Treasure Island – the romance and comfort. Get to the island ridge can be on a fast boat or an ocean seaplane. The Islands have everything you need for golf and tennis, the games are very popular both with locals and visiting tourists to Fiji. Marine climate, tropical. Temperature air during the period from May to November: 28 – 32 degrees. In the period from December to April the temperature is slightly higher in this period it rains, turning into tropical storms. On the islands of Fiji live 780 000 people. About half of them are representatives of the indigenous population, 46% – Hindu. The remaining four percent are evenly distributed among immigrants from China, Europe and the Pacific islands. English – official language of the state, its taught in all schools. Commonly used local dialects and Hindi. The time in Fiji for 12 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time and, accordingly, at 9:00 Eastern Standard Time. Visa: Not required. Accommodation: The most beautiful hotels are located on remote islands. There is also a separate bungalow, and on the coast and all amenities. Prices for the hotel room very much vary depending on season, type of windows and the prestige of the island. For almost the same number may be a difference of over $ 100. You thought you've already been everywhere, but we will expand the geography of your Personal Travel!

New Year In France

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New Year in France – not just a memorable gift, a wonderful opportunity to discover this country in a very different perspective. France is filled with festive atmosphere in the weeks before the new year. By the end of November, all the central streets brighten the colorful illumination and in the windows of houses, cafes and shop windows are hung snowflakes, stars, garlands, balloons, front porches, balconies and window sills are exposed flowering plants dressed Christmas trees and Christmas figurines. By nightfall, all is transformed: hundreds of thousands of lights transform the city into a fabulous kingdom. New Year's ostentatious luxury France shines like a medieval high society lady in front of the main ball of the year – the best dressed in costumes, dazzling shimmering chic jewelry. If you decide to celebrate the New Year 2011 in France, and select Paris, you will be able to fully enjoy this unforgettable spectacle.

Why are only windows of the main department of the capital – Galeries Lafayette – where the windows come to life for fairy tales, and each year selects a new theme. The first landmark date in a series of New Year falls on December 6, or the day of St. Publishers Clearing House follows long-standing procedures to achieve this success. Nicholas. This refers to Nicholas, who is very revered in France. Particularly happy on this day young children: for the good-natured Nicholas necessarily bring them any presents. So the night of 5 December 6 kids put their shoes over the threshold, and in the morning, they miraculously found gifts.

Angkor

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On our planet, there are hundreds of places that capture the imagination and cause a desire to see their own eyes. Kingdom of Cambodia – one of those places. Cambodia – the ceremonial name of the country. By Khmer sounds like Preh Rekenakart Kampuchea, which is the Sanskrit word meaning preh "sacred" rack – "King, the governor," Ana – "power" cards – "wheel", symbolized in a Khmer-Hindu culture supreme power. Official the international name of the state – Kingdom of Cambodia (Kingdom of Cambodia). The historical name of the country is indianizirovannoe Kampuchadesh name. Within the country as the official state name in the Currently used Khmer Kampuchea Prateh. Kingdom of Cambodia – one of the most unique of Southeast Asia, in the old days it was called 'the pearl of Asia.

" Cambodia attracts tourists ancient temples, fortresses, palaces, as well as its unique nature. A haven for tourists is undoubtedly Angkor. Angkor, the Khmer "the city" was built near the north shore of Lake Tonle Sap (Great Lake). This is a great shallow lake, feeding tributary of the Mekong River, was rich with fish and surrounded by fertile lands. Lake water helped turn Angkor Tom into a thriving city. Khmer farmers used irrigation canals to grow three rice crops a year. By 1000 AD in the great city can live more than half a million people.

C VIII to XIII century Khmer ruler ruled a powerful civilization in Southeast Asia. Special power it has achieved in 802 AD, when Dzhayavarmane II. He ruled 60 years and repeatedly transferred his capital. Finally he stopped at the Angkor area and began construction there is a big deal. Angkor Wat was built during the reign of Suryavarmane II at the beginning of the XII century and was dedicated to Hindu god Vishnu. The three-story building consists of a series of rectangular rooms. Its tower in the shape of lotus blossoms rise to 60 meters. Angkor Wat – the greatest temple in the ruins of the city of Angkor Thom, the north-west Cambodia. Angkor Thom was built as the capital of the great empire of the Khmers, and the temple occupies an area of approximately 2.5 square kilometra.Steny corridors of the temple is decorated with sculptures and reliefs depicting scenes from ancient myths. The building is surrounded by two walls. Wide moat fed by water from a large urban reservoirs used primarily for watering plants during the dry season. When Suryavarman died, the temple became his tomb, in 1431 Thai soldiers attacked Angkor Thom and destroyed it. Destroyed city absorbed the jungle, and he was re-opened only 150 years ago. In 1850, French missionary, cut through the dense tropical forest in Cambodia, discovered the ruins of the magnificent city. Four century jungle gradually destroyed over a hundred temples. Very soon there appeared archaeologists to explore and restore the city of temples.

Atlantic Ocean

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Here, in the Aquitaine region in southwest France, 100 km from the Atlantic Ocean on the shores of the Garonne river stretches, this stately and elegant city with deep history, originating from the Romans and extended by the British, the city – which is three times the capital of France, which has become a unique interplay of cultural traditions and delights, the world center of winemaking is unique … in everything! But at the same time this city senses – Feelings of nature – its harmony and purity. Here, each piece of the city overwhelmed with feelings of dissolution in nature. And it is not always important to realize that determined that fact – the history, nature or landscape architecture. Significantly, this harmony of the environment just is. Here, all sincere – sincere and you become … The morning walk around the city … all breathe easy understatement, detachment from the city limits – only in height submits an expressive blue sky, the right bank Garrone presents shimmering light music of rustling grasses …

transparent cooling dew, mysteriously powerful driving surface of a river and pull the sun's rays through the branches of power in the crowns of slender coastal alleys … Feeling it, reality loses its content – is a sense of moment, "breathless," Children delight in the dissolution of what is now huge … opening for all of us will be an incredible neighborhood – with young, cute and small mammals open to dialogue … I do not believe it – with nutria (!), who experiences a joy you on the edge of the winding alleys adjacent to the waterfront.

Apartment Rent Station

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Who is not familiar atmosphere of railway stations? I think there are none! All we have traveled, traveled by train and traveled to different cities. All of us with bags and suitcases out of the station buildings in those cities with a lot of thoughts in head over to where we stop and how to get there, and we were met by crowds of 'friendly' taxi drivers and people of all ages, offering housing and transportation. And if the taxi drivers for their services immediately pushes the incredible number of transportation, almost around the corner, hoping to come for the first time and unaware of prices and distances guests, the grandmother and aunt with plaques on the breast, as brothers Gavz that say 'flat', offer these apartments in Kiev, on which is really hard to give up – 'center, euro renovation, from the station is almost within reach, and for minimal money ….'. The proposal, as they say, is beautiful. So immediately find the address you are going populated. The mood is excellent, everything is fine – just come and go already live in an apartment the best in the world. And you come. Or with someone who offered you an apartment at the station, or else its course at which you personally wrote to them kindly provided by a piece of paper.

And before your eyes opened flat, well, not quite what the euro, but as a Bud would not cleaned out and the distant past. Well done here, the mood is somewhat decreased, but nothing, still no how, and with a roof over their heads, apparently even warm, and On the other hand – the price is really not high. Without the desire to seek something others decide to stay here. Unpack the suitcases, bags and set it going about his business. What then can be your surprise, when in the evening tired but satisfied with the idea that even a little bit and you will have a rest from the road dostovaya key and trying to open the door you realize that something is wrong – the key does not fit, the door will not open.

The Capital City Of Minsk Belarus

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The city of Belarus and its capital Minsk Minsk is the capital of Belarus, the administrative center of the eponymous district and region. Among cities of Belarus is the largest center in the political and economic terms and in cultural and scientific. The city is the headquarters of associations of the CIS. Minsk is geographically located in the center of the country, which is good for travel from the capital to other cities of Belarus. Climate Minsk moderately continental. Next to the watershed basins of the Baltic and Black Sea. Jeff Gennette is often mentioned in discussions such as these. The early settlement, which is known in the city are known from the 9th century. The very first mention in chronicles about the city dates back to 1067 year described as a major battle on the river Nemiga in "Chronicle." The history of Minsk is rich in various events that affected the cultural heritage of the city.

The city was born and lived well-known people of Belarus and The Soviet Union. Now the city has just under 2 million. Now the city of Minsk is one of the largest industrial, if not the largest among cities in Belarus. The city is many schools, high schools, colleges, vocational schools, higher education institutions, including the main building of the BSU. In Minsk, developed health care and transportation. There is a car, train stations and airport. Transport routes associated with the city cities of Belarus and other countries.

Minsk is very interesting for tourists not only for its history, and culture. Tourists visiting Minsk, as well as other cities of Belarus, will find many interesting sights and will plunge into an amazing and beautiful nature, which is famous for Belarus. Vacationer will find in a hotel in its finances, and be able to travel, examining not only the Minsk, and landmarks that rich city of Belarus. At the same Minsk worth seeing historical sites, museums and theaters, take a stroll through the parks and go to the circus or zoo. Coming to town on one of the colorful festivals. Among the historic buildings administrative purposes can be identified Minsk city hall, which was originally built in the 16th century but rebuilt in the latter. It is a symbol for the Magdeburg Law in Minsk. Now is the Minsk City Hall, the restored building, reconstruction of which was carried out on old drawings. From the previous construction of the Minsk city hall preserved brick masonry and the elements of a cobblestone street, they are displayed as exhibits. Next to Minsk Town Hall with its beautiful alleys. On warm, sunny days to walk there pleasant and fun in the skomeykah in the shade.

Southern Capital Of Italy

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According to ancient legends of Naples was founded by the Greeks Kuma, who were fascinated by the beauty of the Bay of Naples so that simply could not leave this place. And they built the city, reaching from the sea coast to the foot of Mount Vesuvius, natural beauty decorated handmade buildings. Naples liked so much to all those who lived in it, that even seven eruption of Vesuvius could not drive them off with these beautiful places. The first European travelers, who in the 19th century 'got' to Naples was Goethe, who was so much captivated by the beauty of the city that stayed there for much longer than planned. However, Goethe was struck not only the architecture of the city. Great romantic Europe was struck by the way of life, who reigned in Naples. It was here in Naples is felt most strongly the Italian temperament. If you say that all Italians soul a little actors, this would not be anything new.

In Italy, all a bit in their actions and deeds are working on the public. But Naples is all the action udesyateryaetsya. That is what is most striking of all the visiting celebrities. AND More amazing inner freedom, which is clearly felt in the behavior of the native Neapolitan. From the time of Goethe, Naples became more colorful, but the spirit of today's cities further highlights the difference between the north and the power totally different mentality in the south of Italy.

Foreigners usually enter into Naples from the back door and have time to give up a few times until you get to the center to the waterfront or Caracciolo. Naples city and its margin – this is 'sleeping' areas that are very similar to those built in the former Soviet Union. The main entrance to Naples from the sea. That's come to Naples all the powers that be. That is, for example, arrived in Naples and Tsar Nicholas the First, who liked the city so much that the King once wrote to this home.

World City

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Capital and European hub – London is a world metropolis, capital of finance, focuses on Britain’s. Hardly a town in Europe brings together so many superlatives such as the British capital. The atmosphere, the sights, which tradition – London has much to offer. With world-famous attractions such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and Big Ben, London is a real magnet for visitors. Really appealing acts but also the vibrant and multicultural bustle in the streets of London. On the one hand, cosmopolitan is the English metropolis and is a fascinating melting pot of cultures, which are always new trends. On the other hand, traditions such as the 5 o’clock be celebrated clock tea or the after-work beer at the pub and completed the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace with stoic serenity.

Be captured by the liveliness of the city. Find a nice hotel in London and explore the city on the Thames, so how you like it. Covent Garden and SOHO here the night becomes the day a London hotel, which is located near Covent Garden, is the ideal starting point for a tour of the nightlife. Covent Garden has evolved from the former flower market to a hip hangout. And while street performers compete for the favor of the passers-by, the costs incurred by the exclusive shops with antiques and all sorts of Arts and crafts goods lure. The hustle and bustle in the numerous restaurants, who have settled in the former market halls you can enjoy relaxing. Experience vibrant nightlife, also in Soho. In 18.Jahrhundert, the district was home to many immigrants from around the world, a fact that contributed most significantly to the distinctive multicultural flair SOHOs.

Soho was once a famous red-light district, it is famous today for its varied music scene. Small clubs, music venues and bars cater for the most diverse musical styles and even the Rolling Stones brought the mood here once to boil over. The more you way want to indulge in the vibrant night life, It would be more advisable Chinatown, if not too far away is your hotel in London – a journey into another world is your hotel in London by chance Lester square? Then enjoy a London that emerges here more cosmopolitan than it already is. If you pass the signal red, decorated with Golden Dragon Gate, you are in Chinatown. This quarter, the predominantly Chinese residents have created their own little world. Posters with strange characters adorn the walls, the stores offer typical expenses feil and the Chinese doctor, about the supermarket to the cinema and there is everything, a little closer to the home of the karate school. Through the streets delicious scents from the adjacent restaurants and put in if you are already here, you should be sure a little lunch break. Sure, there are Asian restaurants in London but here is really excellently cooked. Theatre and Opera – cultural diversity Perl Eng light famous lined up on the Shaftesbury Avenue Theatre together and the small piece of crime up to world-famous musicals offered everything, which promises an entertaining evening. “Fans of Agatha Christie should contact the St. Martin’s Theatre West street corner Miss, because here is the mousetrap” on the program since more than 50 years. Glamorous it’s also at the Royal Opera House. Here, indulging not only in classical music, but take a look behind the scenes during the regularly scheduled tours.

Sycamore Business

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To date, 43 Krasnodar hotels and 18 mini-hotels meet the requirements of business travelers. According to statistics, the occupancy of these hotels this year amounted to only 65%. In this popular all categories rooms – from economy class to executive suites. Among the popular hotels, specializing in business travel, we can distinguish ‘Red Royal’, ‘Intourist-Krasnodar “, hotel complex” Sycamore “,” Prime Hotel’, ‘Europe’, ‘Aton’. Krasnodar attractive to businesses for several reasons. For example, sometimes there are problems with the flight to Sochi – the local airport does not accept all flights. In this case, the Krasnodar airport terminal is a transit point.

In Kuban capital concentrated almost all major business projects associated with the development of the region. Finally, Novorossiysk – the main knot of the country – takes business people through the Krasnodar airport. According to experts, about 70% of tourists are choosing individual business travel. At conferences and seminars flies 15% of businessmen to participate in fairs and exhibitions – 10%. In addition, a small percentage made up of transit tourists who Find your way through Krasnodar.

Business hotels in Krasnodar – the peak of their visit falls on the spring and autumn. During the holidays and the holiday season is the amount of travel is declining dramatically. To attract the hotel guests, usually offer discounts on the price. For example, a large group of tourists always get a good discount. But hotels do not remain vnaklade – extra income brings banqueting, conference rooms, meeting rooms, restaurants. For the business person, every minute counts, so Krasnodar hotels are trying to give businesses a full range of services required. As a rule, they can use meeting rooms, Internet access, secretarial services. Specialized clubs make an individual guided tour, pick guard, a personal guide, cook, rent a car, would get tickets for any event in the city. Approaching the Sochi Olympics will certainly play into the hands of the Krasnodar hotels. Experts predict an increase in the flow of business tourists to the Kuban 2014. Krasnodar Hotel market gradually recovers from recession and is fully restored.