Iceland: Life on the Brink
Icelanders live on the edge.
In 1783 the Laki Volcano in this glacier-covered country erupted in a violent and prolonged paroxysm, killing a fifth of the country's population.
For 10 months 30 billion tons of lava and sulfuric acid belched forth, creating a noxious haze that killed crops and livestock in Europe as it wound its deadly way west.
Some experts say it was this eruption that led to crop failures in distant France, setting the stage for the French Revolution
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| One of our all-time favorite hotels in the entirety of South America is Inkaterra's La Casona! I recently had the pleasure of spending an evening there and wanted to take this opportunity to tell you why it's so special. First, you come upon La Casona, tucked away in one of Cusco's prettiest plazas, up the hill from the Plaza de Armas. Bounded by low blue-shuttered buildings and a dusty red colonial cathedral, you find yourself in an oasis of calm. In the distance - shadowy blu |
The dense forest of Ranthambore is a home to a number of animals including 30 species of mammals, 272species of birds, 12species of reptiles, over 300 species of plants, just the right place for wildlife lovers. Safaris in Ranthambore give you the pleasure of seeing wildlife closely. These adventurous safaris also allow you to see the huge man eaters freely moving about within their territories. Ranthambore National Park is just the right place for adventurous safaris as it includes safaris such
Every year more than 2, 50,000 unique visitors visit this pilgrimage. Chardham yatra is having a great importance, especially for the people of Hindu religion. Most of the people must be aware of this fact that why this yatra of Chardham is so auspicious. Especially among the Hindu religion, Chardham yatra has captured an important place and so even today thousands and thousands of people from all over the world visit this sacred site every year during the pilgrim season.
It is said that Chardham
Ultimate Africa Travel plan for Mount Kenya climbing.Mount kenya is an extinct volcano know to the Kikuyu peole as Kirinyaga, the palce of light. when through its veil of mistlike clouds you first see the imposing mountain silhouted against the African sky. The venerated mountain rises majestically from a vast, broad base 80km in diameter. From far, it's distinguished by it's rugged glacier-clad twin peaks, Batian ( 5,199m ) and Nelion (not far behind, at 5,188m). The truth is that Africa's se
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Today, India is positioned at the seventh largest tourist destination in all over the world where one can feel the nature closely and sense its significance. It is widely acclaimed not only for its beauty but it is a treasury of historical landmarks of bygone glorious past. Right from Bay of Bengal on the east to the Arabian Sea on the west, India found itself a separate identity In terms of beauty to explore. There are innumerable tourist destinations where one can witness unbelievable attracti
Vietnam is increasingly becoming a popular destination for travellers each year. Its large chaotic cities are popular stop-offs for young travellers, and a great place to spend a few days. However, it can be nice to get away from the hustle and bustle, and northern Vietnam boasts fantastic scenery for those able to pull themselves away from the captivating capital of Hanoi.
Northern Vietnam boasts fantastic scenery
Hanoi is a bustling city, riddled with motorcycles, bright lights, and street ven
Harbin's Ice and Snow Festival is right around the corner! Travel journals and media sites have been covering this yearly event and The China Guide's customized tours to Harbin.
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Join me on a whirlwind romp around arguable the most scenic byway in America-The San Juan Skyway in Southwest Colorado. I show you out to get our of your car and into the splendid scenery in a hurry!
The quest for next year’s Yellow Jersey is going to be one steep ride.
It seems like just yesterday 34-year-old Cadel Evans assumed the highest step on the podium on the Champs-Elysees, becoming the first Australian to win the 2011 Tour de France title.
However, the Tour’s 99th edition just got one step closer after the announcement of the race’s 2012 routes at the convention center in Paris. The 2012 Tour de France will bring fiercer mountain climbs and longer time trials. With 9 flat stages, 5 m
Jim Corbett National Park is a world heritage site and the first national park of India. The national park is named after Jim Corbett as who played a very important role in discovering the national park. This 512.8sq km huge national park is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, a state situated in the north of India. The national park is open for visitors from November to mid of June, the park is closed for the rest of the months as this place receives heavy rainfall from the mid of
Whole of India, be it north, east and central, India is full of traditional diversities whether it seems in unique lifestyles or rich culture. Right from the tradition to dresses, rituals and dialects to colourful festivals, India is a complete holiday package destination. One will find different individual after some meter away that shows the strength of unity living in one country. Not only this, there are countless magnificent attractions to be explored. However, number of Indian tour package
