If you visit Isfahan while traveling in Iran, then a trip to Masjed-e Imam is a must. This is the great monument in the south side of Naghsh-i Jahan (image of the world) square which presents an artistic view of the Islamic architecture. It represents the Persian style and is a masterpiece in its own right. This sight is now listed as UNESCO World Heritage. The grandeur of the monument is evident in the calligraphic inscriptions...more
India is a beautiful country and globally noted for its great tourism potential. It has been a popular destination for holiday, recreation and tourism. Tourists and vacationers from all over the world visit this beautiful country quite in good number. The country has lots of to offer its visitors. There are a number of tour options you can go for to enjoy incredible India tourism. One of most sought after tour options is golden...more
Fin Garden of Kashan, Iran, is a fine example of the grand layout ancient Persians have long implemented in such green stunning environments. It flourished during the Safavid period. Shah Abbas I of Persia added some finer elements to within this area which became a traditional bagh in the village of Fin, near Kashan. Shah Abbas II added further improvements to it a few years later. Later Qajar kings showed more interest in this walled green space. The history of the place speaks about the unfortunate murder of the Qajarid chancellor in Fin bathhouse located in the gardens. He was a member of the court of King Nasereddin Shah and was murdered by an assassin the king had sent there in 1852. A Heavenly Place to Be Proud of Fin Garden is an essential part of any Iran travel package and you can have a tour around it to get to know the finer points about maintaining such it in an innovative way. It actually came into prominence during the rule of Fat'h Ali Shah Qajar who added some new sections to it. The need for preserving the beautiful bagh was realized when it was declared as a national property in 1935. A few years back, in 2007, it found its way to the UNESCO's...more
A quick bit of research on a south Africa gap year will throw up a fair amount of activities that you can get involved in. In fact is would be fair to say that south Africa gap years pretty much has it covered when it comes to a multitude of activities. Wildlife conservation gap years, volunteering, sports gap years and just your...more
When a retired couple approached Equity Release specialists Bower Retirement Services looking for a way of funding home improvements and a visit to New Zealand to visit their son, they were delighted with the clear and friendly advice they received.The couple, who were in their seventies, wanted to get their mortgage paid off and...more
Looking for a nice and long holiday? Some place new? Try heading to Asia and in that continent, the only colorful nation that you will be provided with is India. No country in the world has as many cultures and traditions as India. It won't be wrong to say that when it comes to festivals, India indeed has one going almost throughout the year. The diverse cultures are so fascinating to experience, that many people tour to India to see that. India holidays are a lot different than the holidays to other nations. The reason for this is the fact that India offers people different lifestyles, different cultures, different attitudes and in different parts of the nation. All the zones, starting from north to south has so much diversity that it amazes people as to the bonding the people of the nation have amongst them and how they live together and call themselves as one. So, if you think this is a fascinating idea to spend a nice summer in India, then the next thing that you need to do is book yourself on a flight to India. Usually, there are offers and packages that will offer you cheap tickets to India, provided you get the right offer in hand.Many tours, especially the...more
India as a holiday destination has managed to attract millions of visitors and is still counting. This mystic country has a lot to offer to its visitors. There is so much being spoken about the diversity that exists in the nation and...more
India has not just natural beauty in its offering but also an amazing diversity in terms of culture and heritage. India is proud nation with so much in store for people from other nations to come and experience. This country has never...more
An interesting reminder of the Sassanian architecture, Nain Friday Mosque is one of the first mosques built in Iran. This is much before the original Islamic architecture found its root in the Muslim world. While traveling in Iran, you...more
Kerman Friday Mosque is a prominent example of the Muzaffarid architecture, which was built by Amir Mobarezeddin-e-Mozaffari-e-Meybodi-Yazdi in 1350. Just after the death of Abu Sa'id of the IlKhanid dynasty in 1335, the Muzaffarids...more
There are many monuments to see and architecture to be awed by you when you visit Kerman. Among the places which deserve special mention is the city of Rayen. Situated to the south-west of the city is a huge earthen structure which is...more
Some say it is magnetizing, some say it is wonderful, some say it is fascinating, some say it is gorgeous, some say it is haven on earth, some say it is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations and some say it is the evergreen...more