Archive for the ‘Africa’

  • Leptis Magna: Its Magnificence
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    Leptis Magna: Its Magnificence
    Leptis Magna is also spelled as Lepcis Magna. It is the largest city of the former region of Tripolitania. It is situated nearly 62 miles toward the southeast of Tripoli, which lies along the Mediterranean coast of the country of Libya. Leptis Magna is separated by a distance of 2 miles from present-day Al-Khums. Leptis Magna is a fine example of Roman architecture. It was awarded World Heritage Status by UNESCO in 1982. The region was founded in early 7th century BC. Phoenicians of Tyre or Sidon discovered the region. The city was later inhabited by the Carthaginians. This was toward the end of the 6th century BC. The city had a natural harbor near the mouth of the Wadi Labdah. This eased the growth of the city to a mighty trade region of the Mediterranean and trans-Saharan areas. Leptis Magna served as a market for agricultural  [...]
    Posted at November 19th, 2010 at 04:11 am
  • Medinet Habu: A sacred magical tour
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    Medinet Habu: A sacred magical tour
    Nestled in Theban Necropolis at Luxor on the west bank of Nile, Medinet Habu refers to an extensive complex that is regarded as sacred and magical since the ancient times of the Pharaohs. Accessible after traveling for 4 miles from the Valley of the Kings, the complex is also called the Mortuary Temple of Ramses III. The area is so vast that it holds the second rank in terms of size after the top attraction of Temple of Karnak. Despite the fact that the Valley of Kings exclusively has been given the right to hold the tombs of the great Egyptian pharaohs, it is also true that each great pharaoh also built their big mortuary temples to pay homage to the holy cult. This one is dedicated to Ramses III (1186-1155 BC) who was the Dynasty XX’s second ruler and that his tomb is no doubt in the valley numbered 11. Even today, this structure  [...]
    Posted at October 26th, 2010 at 12:10 am
  • Abu Nuhas ship graveyard: Heaven of diving
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    Abu Nuhas ship graveyard: Heaven of diving
    The pain of the past sailors has become the delight of the today’s divers. For the wreck safari fans, this is something worth to understand and that such a fact is well experienced at the diving paradise in the Red Sea called the Sha’ab Abu Nuhas that literally means the father of bad luck reef. Also nicknamed as the Ship’s Graveyard, the reefs here have been proven fateful for the aquatic vessels that used to pass from here in the olden days. In fact, in the region of the Red Sea, this point has a record of highest ship sinks. While the past was so horrible, the present is that much pleasant! Nestled close to the shipping lanes on the way to the Suez Canal, this diving site is known for its four typical wrecks that are just suitable for amusing diving. It is said that still many wrecks are to be discovered here, which will  [...]
    Posted at October 22nd, 2010 at 12:10 am
  • Hunting for Phantoms in Angola
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    Hunting for Phantoms in Angola
    Perhaps it is the layer of days-old grime on the Land Cruiser’s window, but I could swear I saw a face peeking out at me through the foliage. And there it is again. My last therapist certified me as sane, so I’m pretty damn sure it’s not my mind playing tricks on me this time. I asked the driver to stop in as calm and as rational a voice as I could. I didn’t want anyone to think I was a few fries short of a happy meal. And then again, the face poked out from the leafy beyond, the face of a Forest Phantom. I tried to snap a photo of it as quickly as I could but he (she?) was a slippery one. I see where they get the name from now, and I could consider myself lucky. Few others had ever seen one before From what I could tell, his skin had a velvety texture to it. Perhaps suede? They certainly knew how to be stylish, those Forest  [...]
    Posted at August 22nd, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Accra, Ghana
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    Accra, Ghana
    Known for its main exports of Cocoa and the Black Stars (the Ghanaian national football team), Ghana’s seaside capital of Accra makes sure you try to keep such important details at the back of your mind as you go to find a beach party or two. Palm frongs dot the beaches, and the gush of waves from the Atlantic are almost inaudible over the music being belted out by enthusiastic DJ’s spinning their own beats. Caught up in the moment, you might be forgiven for believing you are in the Caribbean once the Reggae beats start to ply their rhythm through the air, but what Accra really represents is Africa at its laziest and most laidback. Again, comparisons to the Caribbean are inevitable, but there is one big difference; while the Caribbean plays up its aquatic proximity to the hilt, Accra is almost completely oblivious to the Gulf  [...]
    Posted at August 12th, 2010 at 02:08 am
  • 5 Pyramids you ought to know about
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    5 Pyramids you ought to know about
    If you’re anything like us, then there’s only two kinds of pyramids that you would have heard of. The first resides in Egypt, and they’re called great for a very good reason. The second was a kind of marketing scheme that was actually a scam. But there’s more to pyramids than just this. Pyramids are sacred structures built all over the world and not just limited to Egypt. The whole point of traveling is to gain a better understanding of new cultures and if you share the same opinion as us then you have to bear witness to these pyramidic structures. Pyramids of Guimar (Tenerife) Generally when someone says pyramid there are very few images that spring to mind. If you’re very lucky, you know of those in the Amazon Basin or in Indonesia. But if you want a slice of something seriously mysterious, take a trip to Tenerife in  [...]
    Posted at August 6th, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Tips to Visit Pyramid in Egypt
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    Tips to Visit Pyramid in Egypt
    Egypt is known for its ancient pyramids, which have been always touted as one of the ancient wonders of the world. The reason being so old, completed in 2560 BC, thus makes pyramids must see travel destination. But some first visitors always are stuck into some problem while touring these wonders. So here we are, with some tips you should keep in mind before heading to visit magnificent structures: Just like you, there are other thousand tourists who come to Egypt to see pyramids and other attraction, so it would be best to reach at the pyramids before time. Until and unless, you are not in que, you will not be allowed in the pyramid as its compulsory to stand in que before entering the pyramid. To enter in Giza Plateau, the ticket will cost you eighty Egyptian pounds and to enter any one of the pyramid, it will cost you one hundred  [...]
    Posted at April 26th, 2010 at 12:04 am
  • Fish River Canyon
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    Fish River Canyon
    Hiking the canyon Renowned as paradise for hikers, the canyon is located in Namibia and is the world’s second largest canyon. The Fish River itself is the longest river in Namibia with its length being 650 kilometers. It moves to South-West of Ai-Ais into the Oranje from the eastern Naukluft Mountains.  Around 550- metres deep canyon came into existence some 500 million years back. One of the most visited tourist attractions; the canyon commences from Seeheim and concludes its journey at Ai-Ais. The River water is stopped in Mariental’s Hardap by dam hence, the water flow has relatively slowed down. The River gets dried up during wintry dry days. However, the rainy season most of the times bring floods into the River. Part and parcel of a Nature Conservation Park, the canyon vicinity will let you take a look at the creation  [...]
    Posted at December 8th, 2009 at 11:12 pm
  • Experience Life At Dar es Salaam
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    Experience Life At Dar es Salaam
    Dar es Salaam is an absolute paradise for all music lovers¬. However, people who wish to enjoy a great night out will find this place a tad disappointing. Pubs and watering holes Cynics Café and the Wine bar are two pubs worth a mention. The Q-bar is not too far behind in standards. These popular hangouts have earned the nickname, sports bars. The simple reason for this is that along with drinks they do cover live sporting events. When there are no sports to cover, the music serves as a backup. If you want your money’s worth for cocktails, then the Kilimanjaro Hotel is the place to be. There are other great places for just chilling out. Slipway and The Corner Bar are two renowned bars in Masaki. The Garden Bistro offers a great ambience with its Indian, African, and Western music. The Irish Pub offers a unique setting and cuisine,  [...]
    Posted at November 11th, 2009 at 09:11 pm
  • Eco-Friendly Libya Ahead
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    Eco-Friendly Libya Ahead
    Another sensational destination is gearing up in Mediterranean area in Libya to woo you. Libya is planning to build a place enriched with archaeological remains. This has been the official verdict of Saif Al Islam Gadafi, the son of Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi. His prospective plans unveil the arrangements to build a sustainable development which is another initiative towards international rehabilitation. Libya has launched a first green village project to protect the Greek and Roman remnants, left in Cyrene in the green mountain regions of the Mediterranean. This is one of the gigantic ecological and cultural developments of the world’s first, large-scale, conservation-and-sustainable-development project. Cyrene is one of the oldest and the richest Greek cities and lies in a lush valley in the Jebel Akhdar uplands. This location  [...]
    Posted at August 31st, 2009 at 10:08 am
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