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Simultaneous capital of two Indian states, Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh was described by the BBC in 2016 as something akin to a "perfect" city. That's because it was largely designed for India's new post-independence government by the legendary Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier in modernist style, achieving a blend of the modern and the traditional that has grown up around the central government/cultural area. Plus there are historic spots and interesting nearby excursions. 

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It’s impossible to imagine the modern world without the cars. They’re the main transportation vehicle to millions of people around the world. A long time ago they were the main topic of science fiction novels foreseeing the future technological advancements. In those, the cars were flying and drivers were either robots or artificial intelligence. But they were not replaced and out of human lives but only improved.

Today’s cars are far from such advanced features, although there are efforts going

Take a Break from the Hustle Bustle of Tokyo … Enjoy Nature, Water Activities and the Adventurous Side of Japan on the Kinugawa River, Just a Two-Hour Tobu Railway Ride North From Tokyo

While Nikko is most well known for its UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen areas in Tochigi Prefecture are also replete with natural waterways, which beckon visitors with exciting aqua-themed activities -- rafting, canyoning, river boat rides, and more -- from late April through November (mo

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Going on a cruise sounds like heaven for most people. You get to board a big ship that’s set out for an exotic destination and you spend your days enjoying the cruise facilities while seeing an entire horizon of ocean blue stretched out before you. Sailing is also a preferred alternative for those who want to play a more active role in their vacations. Navigating your way around the big blue ocean and occasionally swimming in it can be great fun (and it can also give you a great tan).

Kids always explore to know more about new places where you visit. Here are some helpful travel tips moms and dads should consider when traveling with them.

1. Take Your Time

Never ponder that your expected travel planning will be fix because there is nothing to stop you when you are on tour with your toddlers. Kids always excited to explore more about new things, places, culture, nature and regimes too. What if at a place they like a lifestyle too much and want to pass time there, at that momen

Singapore is a multi-ethnic metropolis-with the Chinese musical show, Feng Shui in addition to chopsticks existing congruously close by saris and Hindu temples - a mixture of cultures that is also Asia's wealthiest state. You can get lots of information and plan a trip with our Singapore trip planner.

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A city-state some 137 kilometers (85 miles) north of the Equator, Singapore is comprised of one major island and 59 smaller ones. Singapore lies at the focal point of a major ocean track i

by Marita Acosta

Especially as the weather starts warming up again, I find I have a soft spot for northern Germany’s most vibrant city. As a European looking for a stimulating city break, I consider Hamburg a sweet spot for quenching the thirst not just for some tasty local Pilsner but also culture, art, and the creative scene in general (with fabulous design hotels to stay in all the while).  Come with me – it’s springtime for Hamburg, and no more so than in two of its coolest neighbourhoods o

In its central area, Spain''s capital has many characteristics that make it stand out among other important cities, which by 2012 made it the thirty-first city most visited worldwide by international tourists, nothing more and nothing less than 4.1 million.

All that there is to see in Madrid, everything that this beautiful city offers to its visitors, you will know it because we will talk about five more important sites that you should visit in Madrid. This city, capital of Spain, has an exce

The National Automobile Museum in Reno, Nevada is home to the Thomas Flyer, and is acclaimed to be one of the top motor car exhibits in the world, and for good reason.

Rajasthan is not just the largest state in India, but also the one that's home to some of the country's most compelling destinations, popular among tourists both domestic and international. There's has a magical feel and romantic touch lent here by its magnificent forts and golden desert. The palaces of Jaipur, lakes of Udaipur, and desert forts of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer are among the most preferred tourist places in Rajasthan. Here is the list top places to visit:

Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer is one of

by Cristóbal Ramírez


Chile’s capital Santiago certainly excites with its invigorating street life, dining, and culture,  but this is also a country with some of South America’s most striking nature, beginning just a few kilometres from the big city – mountains, fecund forests, and much more. A few highlights:

Maipo Canyon  

Some 150 km (90 miles) southeast of Santiago, tranquility reigns. Cajón del Maipo is an area which features inspiring views of the Andes in the distance and the Maipo

A fascinating day trip from Japan's capital, Tochigi City is often called "Little Edo" (meaning "Little Old Tokyo"), a place to immerse and unwind in the ambiance of simpler, bye-gone days, reminiscent of Japan's Edo period (1603-1868). The Tochigi One-Day Citizen Passport provides perks and discounts that make it easy and affordable to explore!

With a population of around 160,000, Tochigi is just a 70-minute Tobu Railway ride north of Tokyo's Tobu Asakusa Station (in the historic Shitamachi nei

Now rebuilding after ousting the régime of longtime strongman Robert Mugabe, Zimbabwe remains a stunning African country, with lush national parks, stunning rivers and waterfalls, diverse wildlife and so much more. There are a million things you can do in Zimbabwe, but we’re going to take a look at just five of the best. If you’re planning a trip to this southern African country and you don’t know where to start, here are BookAllSafaris.com’s recommendations

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While some people have the luxury of planning their next getaway after barely ending a wonderful week on the most incredible tropical island in the world, others only dream about reaching such a destination at least once in their lifetime. Even though financial status represents the main factor that separates these people into two different categories, they still have something in common. Decision-making becomes an impossible mission when there are so many unique locations waiting for tourists

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Water adventure sports have always been an eye-candy. They’re such a great treat for the eyes, whether you are exploring or just been on a beach vacation. Irrespective of the places you visit during the vacations, you feel the urge to indulge in some type of sporting activity. One such water sports activity that is in vogue and popular amongst today’s generation is snorkeling. It might seem like an effortless activity but it is not. However, with time, experiences and learning, one

The new Sombra "Palenque" in Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca

Most of us are familiar with tequila, but fewer realize that tequila is just a subset (made only in the Mexican state of Jalisco) of mezcal, the class of liquor distilled from the agave plant. And the state of Oaxaca is to mezcal as Kentucky is to bourbon and Champagne is to, well, Champagne. If you want to taste mezcal at the source, Oaxaca is the place to go. 

And these days, a new brand of sustainable mezcal is being produced in Oaxaca wi

The Valpolicella in Italy's Verona province is renowned for ancient palaces, fabled villas, architectural jewels like the Stelle Hypo­geum Church, and Valpolicella wines that inspired Ernest Hemingway to write Across the River and Into the Trees. Preserving the region's longstanding collaborative wine making traditions, Consorzio Tutela Vini Valpolicella (Valpolicella Wine Board) was founded in 1924 and now brings together over 80% percent of the grape growers, winemakers, and bottlers that pro

Camping in Long Pond-Beaver Kill Ridge Trail can be very exciting. Connecting the Big Indian Wilderness Area to the Willowemoc Wild Forest in New York's Catskills Mountains, a three-hour drive from New York City, this northerly section of the trail forms the second leg in the 8.8 mi. Mongaup Mountain-Mongaup Pond loop. So you should go into the junction using out tips and guides.

From its junction with the Mongaup-Hardenburgh Trail at 3000 ft., the trail leaves to the south, heading in the dire

Tucked between West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh, the state of Odisha (erstwhile Orissa) is dotted with temples and religious sites, where pilgrim flock from around the country. From the sacred Jagannath Temple of Puri to the magnificent Parsvanath Temple and the serene Buddhist monasteries, Odisha has been a revered place for devotees. As you travel down the pilgrim’s trail across five most significant religious sites of Odisha, you will experience an entirely different world in this eastern Indi

If you’re looking for great local food at reasonable prices, the slopes of an international ski resort are probably not the best place right? In most resorts, Niseko, on Japan's northern Hokkaido island an eight-hour train ride from Tokyo, just might be the exception. Authentic Japanese food cooked with fresh, seasonal ingredients are plentiful in Niseko, and for true foodies provide a huge reason to book a Niseko ski holiday. Our favourite picks are:

Ikura don at Boyo-so - Niseko Hirafu

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