United States Vacations and Tourism Guide

Surface: USA has a total land area of 9,161,923 sq km. Population:  USA has approximately 301,759,000 inhabitants with Caucasians and African-Americans as the major ethnic groups. System of government: USA is a constitution-based federal republic. Capital: Washington, DC, with an approximate population of 582,000, is the capital of USA. Religion: Protestants and Roman Catholics constitute majority of the population. Official Language: USA has no official language, but English is the de facto national language. Government: USA is a constitution-based federal republic. Climate: The climate is mostly temperate, but tropical in Hawaii and Florida, arctic in Alaska, semi arid in the Great Plains and arid in the Great Basin in the south-west. Units of measure and electricity: USA follows the United States units of measurement and the electricity unit is 120 V, 60 Hz. Time Zone: USA follows four time zones and has daylight saving time. Currency: US dollars (1 € = 1.47 $) Travel documents required: A visa is required for entering the US.

Economy

Having a mixed capitalist economy, USA is one of the largest and technologically powerful economies in the world. USA is well endowed with natural resources and has well-developed infrastructure and high productivity. Being a vast country, in size and in culture, the cost of travelling or living is very region specific. For example, New York is one of the most expensive regions in the US. The south of US, on the other hand, is probably the cheapest place in America.

States: Vacations and Tourism
Alabama	Alaska	Arizona
Arkansas	California	Colorado
Connecticut	Delaware	District of Columbia
Florida	Georgia	Hawaii
Idaho	Illinois	Indiana
Iowa	Kansas	Kentucky
Louisiana	Maine	Maryland
Massachusetts	Michigan	Minnesota
Mississippi	Missouri	Montana
Nebraska	Nevada	New Hampshire
New Jersey	New Mexico	New York
North Carolina	North Dakota	Ohio
Oklahoma	Oregon	Pennsylvania
Rhode Island	South Carolina	South Dakota
Tennessee	Texas	Utah
Vermont	Virginia	Washington
West Virginia	Wisconsin	Wyoming

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Feasterville	Alcova	Bondurant
Wapiti	Clemson	Bartlett
Lincoln	June Lake	Lake Elsinore
San Juan Capistrano	Zolfo Springs	Westford
Cumberland	Kendall	The Villages
Weott	Aventura	Ellenton
Smithville	Tracy	Hollister
Menifee	Bodega Bay	Oldsmar
Mount Dora	Yulee	Ponte Vedra Beach
Wellfleet	Apple Valley	Portsmouth

Japan Vacations and Tourism Guide

Japan : History and more... Surface: The total land area of Japan is around 377, 835 sq km. Population:  The population of Japan is around 128 million. System of government: Japan is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary government. Capital: Tokyo, with a population of more than 8 million inhabitants, is the capital of Japan. Religion: Shinto and Buddhism. Official Language: The official language is Japanese. Government: Japan is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary government. Climate: Japan experiences a temperate climate. Units of measure and electricity: Japan follows the metric system of measurement, with the traditional system still in use in some parts of the country. The official electricity unit is 100V, with 50 Hz in east Japan and 60 Hz in west Japan. Time Zone: The Japanese standard time is GMT + 9. Currency: Yen (1 € = 163.246 JPY). Travel documents required: Nationals of 62 countries (list available at the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Website) enjoy a waiver of visa requirements for a stipulated time of stay. Nationals of other countries require a visa for travel. Economy Japan has the second largest market economy in the world. The main sectors include banking, real estate, transportation, telecommunication, science and technology, insurance and retail. Japan’s main exports are electronic goods, automobiles, machinery and chemicals. The average daily cost of living for a tourist is about 10,000 JPY; an average meal costs about 2000 JPY. When in Japan, opt for a Japan Rail Pass. It allows for unlimited rides on the local rail system. Cities: Vacations and Tourism Chiba Fukuoka Hakone Hamamatsu Hiroshima Kagoshima Kanazawa Kawasaki Kobe Kyoto Nagano Nagasaki Nagoya Naha Nara Narita Okinawa Osaka Saitama Sapporo Sendai Takayama Tokyo Yokoham

Singapore Vacations and Tourism Guide

Surface: The total land area of Singapore is 683 sq km. Population:  The population of Singapore is around 4,500,000, with 76.4% being of Chinese origin, 14.9% Malay, 6.4% Indian. System of government: Singapore is a parliamentary republic. Capital: Singapore Religion: The main religions followed are Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism, Christianity and Tao. Official Language: English is the language of business and administration. Other languages spoken are Chinese, Malay and Tamil. Government: Singapore is a parliamentary republic. Climate: Singapore has a wet tropical climate with no clearly defined seasons. Units of measure and electricity: Singapore follows the metric system of measurement with a local measure used in some parts. The official electricity unit is 220V, 50 Hz. Time Zone: The Singapore standard time is GMT + 8. Currency: Singapore dollar (1 € = 2.1 SGD). Travel documents required: Most western nationals do not require a visa to travel to Singapore, for short visits.

Economy

Singapore is one of Southeast Asia’s strongest economies. With the fourth largest foreign exchange trading centre in the world, Singapore has one of the regions busiest seaports and manufacturing centres. It also has a highly evolved financial set up. The average daily cost of living for a tourist is about 150 SGD to 300 SGD; an average meal costs anywhere between 6 SGD to 35 SGD. The Singapore subway system is the most convenient way to get around.

Cities: Vacations and Tourism
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China Vacations and Tourism Guide

China : History and more... Surface: The total land area of China is around 9,596,000 sq km. Population:  The population of China is around 1,321,000,000. Han Chinese comprise around 91.9% of the total population. System of government: China has a communist government. Capital: Beijing, with a population of around 14,930,000 inhabitants, is the capital of China. Religion: The state religion is Buddhism. Taoists, Christians and Muslims are also present. Official Language: The official language is Mandarin Chinese. Government: China has a communist government. Climate: China has a continental climate. Severe weather conditions prevail in the eastern and southern coastal provinces during the typhoon season. Units of measure and electricity: China follows the metric system of measurement and the official electricity unit is 220V, 50 Hz. Time Zone: The Chinese standard time is GMT + 8. Currency: Chinese Yuan (1 Euro = 10.35346 Chinese Yuan) Travel documents required: Visas are necessary for travel to China. Economy At present, China is the world’s fourth largest economy. China’s economy is primarily dependent on rice and wheat. Today, china is one of the largest producers of grain, cotton, oil plants, fruit, meat, eggs, aquatic products and vegetables. Chinese toys and electronics are widely popular. The average daily cost of living for a tourist is about $60–$150. Bus fares start from 1RMB and trains are easily available. Food is a bit expensive. Cities: Vacations and Tourism Beijing Changchun Chengde Chengdu Chongqing Dalian Dongguan Dunhuang Guangzhou Guilin Hangzhou Harbin Hefei Jinan Kashi Kowloon Kunming Lanzhou Lijiang City Macau Region Nanchang Nanjing Ningbo Qingdao Qufu Sanya Shanghai Shenyang Shenzhen Suzhou Tianjin Turpan Urumqi Wuhan Wuxi Xiamen Xi'an Zhongshan -

India Tourism and Travel

India : History and more...

Surface: The total land area covered by India is 3,287,590 sq km. Population:  With more than 1,200,000,000 inhabitants, India has the world’s second-largest population. System of government: India is the largest democracy in the world; it is a federal republic operating under a parliamentary system. Capital: New Delhi, with a population of 321,883, is the capital of India Religion: Hinduism, followed by Islam, Christianity and others. Official Language: India officially recognises 22 languages. Hindi is the national language, while English is the ‘subsidiary official language’. Government: India is the largest democracy in the world; it is a federal republic operating under a parliamentary system. Climate: India experiences a tropical climate in the south and a temperate one in the north. Units of measure and electricity: India follows the metric system; the electrical unit ranges from 230 V to 240 V and 50Hz. Time Zone: Indian Standard Time (IST) is GMT + 5.5 Currency: Indian Rupee (1€ = 67.64 Rs) Travel documents required: Citizens of all countries, except Nepal & Bhutan, require a valid visa for entering India.

Economy

Even though 60% of the population is employed in agriculture and allied industries, India’s economy is gradually diversifying into the service and industrial sectors. India is a major exporter of textiles, jewellery and software, while its major imports consist of crude oil, machineries, fertilizers and chemicals. The daily average budget for a tourist in India approximately ranges between 1000 Rs to 5000 Rs, depending on the cost of accommodation. Map of India Images India

States: Vacations and Tourism
Andaman and Nicobar Islands	Andhra Pradesh	Arunachal Pradesh
Assam	Bihar	Chandigarh
Chhattisgarh	Dadra & Nagar Haveli	Daman and Diu
Goa	Gujarat	Haryana
Himachal Pradesh	Jammu and Kashmir	Jharkhand
Karnataka	Kerala	Lakshwadeep
Madhya Pradesh	Maharashtra	Manipur
Meghalaya	Mizoram	Nagaland
National Capital Territory of Delhi	Orissa	Puducherry
Punjab	Rajasthan	Sikkim
Tamil Nadu	Tripura	Uttar Pradesh
Uttarakhand	West Bengal	-

 

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Sholapur	Haora	Jabalpur
Kalyan	Faridabad	Pimpri
Thana	Lakhnau	Karaikal
Adoni	Adilabad	Achalpur
Abohar	Rajahmundry	Nellore

 

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Pahang

The east coast state of Pahang is the largest in Peninsula Malaysia and is perhaps nature's gift to the country. It has so much to offer the visitor and is usually the most sought after holiday destination by both locals and foreigners. Exotic flora and fauna are an intrinsic part of the wild life and there is unspoiled beauty throughout the state. Rich varied scenery and landscape leave visitors thoroughly enchanted with the magnificent gifts nature has bestowed on this tropical paradise. From pristine waterfalls to invigorating mountains, palm-fringed beaches to refreshing jungles, Pahang is a rendezvous with diversity and contrast.

Apart from its attractions, Pahang is also rich in natural resources with two-thirds of the state covered by tropical forests. Palm oil, rubber, and cocoa are cultivated extensively in large land development schemes. Manufacturing has also provided additional income to the state.

Sabah

Located in East Malaysia with Sarawak, Sabah is Malaysia's second largest state and northernmost province. Its natural attractions entice travelers in search of a different kind of Southeast Asian experience. Those with a taste for adventure will find that Sabah has almost everything. Most visitors head straight for Mount Kinabalu, which is one of the highest mountains in Southeast Asia. Sabah is also legendary among nature lovers. Its lush tropical forests have more than their fair share of unique wildlife. And their easily accessible national parks and reserves ensure that certain animals, such as the rare orang utans can be seen in their natural environment. One can choose to jungle trek, explore caves, try water rafting, visit secluded beaches, dive in remote tropical islands, or visit longhouses to meet their genuine friendly and hospitable people and be intrigued by their traditional lifestyles. Sabah is simple yet sophisticated. It has retained its traditional charms despite keeping up with modernization. Sabah will certainly impress you with its unique and unspoiled character.
Sabah's natural riches have drawn both traders and raiders for centuries. Its history dates back to 1881. Sabah was then known as North Borneo and was administered by the British North Borneo Company. The British continued to rule the colony until 1942 when the Japanese invaded it. However, Britain recaptured the state in 1946 and converted it into a Crown Colony. The British rule ended in 1963 when the state obtained its independence by joining the Federation of Malaysia.
But Sabah's natural wealth still attracts other prospectors. Sabah's proximity with Indonesia and Philippines ensures both nations claim parts of the state as their own. There are close cultural ties with the Philippines although Sabah shares strong Islamic traditions with Peninsula Malaysia.
The Long Houses of Sabah
These long houses, which are built from wood, can accommodate up to 20 families! Activities such as cooking, weaving, and beading are all done in a common place for all residents. Visitors are welcomed to spend a night or two in these houses. Most of these long houses are found among the Rungus tribe near Kudat town.
Tamu
Tamus are traditional open-air fairs where natives sell a wide variety of local food, agricultural produces, and traditional crafts. Rural Sabahans take this opportunity to peddle their wares for city folks to buy, barter, or trade. Tamus also acts as a social place for community members to meet and chat. It is indeed a colorful 'bazaar' that should not be missed.


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Johor with History

Situated at the southern end of Peninsula Malaysia, Johor is the third largest state in the country. It was named after the Sungei Johor, which is the longest river in the state. Economically, it is one of the most important states in the country with various large plantations. They include commodities such as rubber, palm oil, and pineapple. On top of agricultural products, Johor is also becoming an industrial base. It has even developed to become one of the most populated states with Johor Bahru (JB), its capital city, as the second-largest city in Malaysia. A causeway and a railway line connect JB to Singapore, thus making it easier to travel to and from each country.

It is believed that Sultan Mahmud Shah, the last ruler of Malacca, founded Johor when he was forced to flee from the Portuguese in 1511. After his death, his son Alauddin Riayat Shah moved the capital to Kota Tinggi in Johor. He was able to build a strong kingdom, was feared by many, and was able to make Johor a preeminent Malay state. However, this did not mean the end of turmoil and fights. In the 16th Century, the state was attacked by the Portuguese followed by the Achinese from Sumatra, and later the Bugis from Sundawesi (Celebes). However, the Malay rulers of Johor managed to hold their own fort against all odds.

When Sir Stamford Raffles set foot in Singapore in 1819, he witnessed the factional war within the court of the Johor Sultan, which was divided by Malay and Bugis factions. He pensioned off the sultans and gave actual power to the "temenggong" (Malay minister). Temenggong Abu Bakar was given that privilege to rule Johor. He elevated himself to the position of Sultan of Johor in 1886. He persevered to build up the state and to modernize its administration. He established Johor Bahru (New Johor) as the capital city and began modernizing it. He was thus aptly called "The Father of Modern Johor". Johor finally became part of the Federation of Malaya in 1948.

The Iguazu Waterfalls, Argentina-Brazil Border

 Heralded as the most beautiful waterfalls in the world, the Iguazu Waterfalls are a true wonder of nature. They are located at the border of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. While the Argentinean side allows visitors to walk right around the water or explore the National Park; the Brazilian side is known for its panoramic views and splendor.

First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt, upon seeing these falls is claimed to have exclaimed “poor Niagara.” The area of the falls provides ample opportunities for rock climbing as well as water sports. Iguazu has the distinction of having the greatest annual flow when compared to any other falls in the world.
With all these and many more beautiful places that exist in our world, we are lost for choice and the only way to decide on the places to visit is to follow the heart. While some may love the tranquility of water, others may bury themselves deep in the architectural miracles or the serenity of a small town.
Heralded as the most beautiful waterfalls in the world, the Iguazu Waterfalls are a true wonder of nature. They are located at the border of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. While the Argentinean side allows visitors to walk right around the water or explore the National Park; the Brazilian side is known for its panoramic views and splendor.

The Pyramids, Egypt

The Egyptian pyramids are massive monuments with a square base and four triangular sides rising up to a point. There was a lot of curiosity associated with the pyramids as to their formation, whether it was natural.

However, the Egyptians started constructing them after 2700 B.C. and were built as tombs for the Pharaohs. The most well-known and the largest pyramids of Egypt are the Pyramids at Giza which are said to be the largest ever built, and the Great Pyramid at Giza took 23 years to complete for about a work force of 30,000. About 118 pyramids have been identified and are very popular with people from all over the world.


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