You don’t have to be a bird watcher or bird lover to enjoy your day at Singapore's Jurong Bird Park. Home to approximately 8,000 birds from 600 species, the beautifully landscaped Jurong Bird Park located in the west end of Singapore contains the world’s largest collection of birds, and is perfect to spend a leisurely day. Open daily from 8.30 a.m. to 6 p.m., the grounds of Jurong Bird Park encompass 50 acres. There is an air-conditioned monorail ride called the Jurong Bird Park Panorail with recorded commentary, and which circles the entire park for an extra fee, although Jurong Bird Park can easily be toured on foot. There are three stations where you can hop off, tour around and then hop back on. Within ...
If you want to watch an Indian tiger living in its natural surroundings, then Ranthambore National Park in India is the best place to visit. You’ll hardly find any other tiger reserve in India that offers as much chance of spotting a tiger as Ranthambore Park. Tigers in this park can be watched hunting in the broad daylight, and Ranthambore National Park is absolute heaven for the wildlife photographer and wildlife enthusiast. Ranthambore National Park lies about 15 km west of the Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan, close to the “Golden Triangle” of Delhi-Agra-Jaipur, and covers an area of around 1,330 sq. km. This region was mostly ruled by the Rajput rulers, and served as the hunting grounds of the royal family of Jaipur. It was ...
Algonquin Park in Ontario, Canada, is about six times the size of Los Angeles, or 7,725 square kilometers to be exact. The further you paddle and portage from the drop-off, the more distance you will put between your campsite and the noises and distractions of modern life. By far the best way to explore Algonquin Park is with a canoe over your head and a pack on your back. Having inspired a dozen movies, a symphony, thousands of scientific documents and, most famously, the artwork of Tom Thomson of the Group of Seven, Algonquin Park occupies as impressive a portion of Canada's imagination as it does its land. Canoe Algonquin Park, and you can immediately see why. With just enough beauty in its variations of ...
Vagator beach in Goa is ideal for those who prefer a tranquil beach holiday. A stretch of pure white sand dotted with black rocks and swaying coconut and palm trees awaits tourists of Goa’s Vagator Beach. Though not as famous as its illustrious neighbours, the Calangute beach and the Anjuna beach, Vagator Beach offers a perfect idyllic getaway. The 500-year-old Chapora Fort, and two fresh water springs near the shore, form a picturesque backdrop to this Goan beach resort. Goa’s Vagator beach lies on the northern side of Bardez Taluka, Goa. This Goan beach resort is made up of two main beaches, separated by a seaside headland. The beaches are North Vagator beach (Big Vagator) and Ozran beach (Little Vagator). Backed by a steep wall ...
You don’t need to be a rocket scientist to know that a trip to Cape Town wouldn’t be complete unless you visited Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Made up of over 500 hectares of rugged mountainside and luscious green gardens, it’s the perfect setting for a vigorous hike or a relaxed picnic. You would be mad to miss it! Located on Table Mountain's eastern slopes, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens is, without doubt, one of the most picturesque places on earth. With over 7,000 species of plant life within its borders, it’s a botanist’s dream. Historically, Kirstenbosch Gardens is unique. Laid out in 1913, it was the first botanical garden to showcase its nation state's indigenous plant life. In 2004, as part of the Cape Floristic region, it ...
In order to get to some of the best biking trails in Toronto, you will need to take a boat trip out to Toronto Islands. Toronto Islands are a chain of small islands located offshore from downtown Toronto, and they have more than 10 km of cycle paths to explore. There are no cars on Toronto Islands, and undoubtedly the best way to explore it is by bike. Three ferries that leave from the ferry docks in Toronto connect the city to the three main islands of Toronto Island Park: Hanlan’s Point, Centre Island, and Ward’s Island. No matter what island you dock at, the ferry ride is a lot of fun, offering one of the best views of the Toronto skyline. Ward’s Island is ...
The waterfalls of Yosemite National Park have a reputation for being some of the most beautiful in California, and possibly the world. The roaring waters of the Yosemite National Park’s five main waterfalls are set against the backdrop of the giant granite mountains of the Yosemite Valley. Vernal Falls is one of Yosemite’s most beautiful and mysterious waterfalls, and one that must not be missed on any trip into the Park. Vernal Falls has a staggering 317-foot drop before crashing into the large boulders below. The sheer force of this powerful waterfall can be felt within your core as you hike to the falls’ summit. No visit to Vernal Falls would be complete without this hike; although it’s not for the faint of heart. The ...
Uttarakhand is a hilly state in India known for its immense natural beauty, cool environment, and some prime Hindu religious sites. Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand. It’s a charming little city that offers scenic surroundings and lots of interesting attractions for tourists to explore. Buddha Temple is one such place in Dehradun that is visited by hundreds of people every day. This important landmark of Dehradun is famed for its impressive architecture, beautiful interiors, decorations, and appealing surroundings. The wall paintings in Buddha Temple illustrating the life events of Lord Buddha are simply incomparable. The Tibetan community of Dehradun constructed the Buddha Temple as the replica of a Tibetan monastery in 1965. Buddha Temple was built to protect and promote Tibetan culture in India, ...
The landscapes and natural elements of California have delighted and entertained visitors and residents to this state for hundreds of years. Known for its wide range of natural granite mountains, rolling hills and magnificent forests, California is ideal for visitors of all ages. However, there is one forest that few visitors who come to California get to experience, but is by far the most beautiful and unique. This is California’s Petrified Forest, which remained hidden for almost 3 million years. Located in California’s well-known Napa Valley region, California’s Petrified Forest is known for its wonderful production of California wines. The Napa Valley itself is actually the crater of a large volcano, which had been dormant for thousands of years. The main site of volcanic activity ...
Turkey has arguably got the best bus system in the world. But sometimes, walking is even better, especially in this massive country that is home to some of the oldest hiking trails in the world. One such trail is the Lycian Way: an iconic 509-km footpath that was established roughly 2,500 years ago. This waymarked trail was named by the Sunday Times as one of the world's top 10 best walks. The Lycian Way trail is perfect for stretching out your legs and getting your heart pumping after a long bus ride. The Lycian Way trail stretches between Fethiye and Antalya, and weaves its way from the Mediterranean coastline to the inland cedar forest that houses the ruins of ancient Lycian cities. Camping in Kabak ...
