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Indonesian Islands

Raja Ampat, Komodo and not just Indonesia’s Maluku, but also recognized as a world treasure thanks to scenery fascinate, both above and under water. Raja Ampat is also rich in various species of marine animals, it is believed there are 1300 species of fish that are here and some of which include rare category. No less beautiful with Raja Ampat, Komodo Islands in East Nusa Tenggara are still minimal infrastructure would be a blessing because its authenticity is still maintained and has status as a World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the world. Banda Sea is located in the north and south of the island of Seram, Maluku is an island rich in spices. In fact, Christopher Columbus in the 15th century was hoping Maluku he found, not America. The third heaven Indonesian islands can be explored rose Phinisi which has been modified as a luxury yacht with modern facilities, so it is said, the limited infrastructure in Eastern Indonesia. Some service providers luxury cruise around the waters of Indonesia that include MV Salila Cruise (www.salila-indonesia.com), Silolona (www.silolona.com), and Peace (www.dive-damai.com).

Hyderabad, India

Located in southern India, the youngest state capital is filled with magnificent architecture building dazzling. Call it the Charminar which became an icon of the city, which is an exotic mosque built in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shahuntuk celebrate the disappearance of plague in the city. In the form of a square building with a height of 20 meters each side and four large arches, each corner has a round domed tower as high as 56 meters with a double balcony. The room upstairs that served as the Friday prayer can be reached by climbing 149 stairs winding. Not far from Charminar, there Chowmahalla Palace which was once a palace of Asaf Jahi dynasty, where the Nizam (the term for the incumbent) entertain the royal guests. Founded two centuries ago, a luxurious and magnificent still radiated in a building whose architecture is influenced by the Mughals, the Middle Ages, and Europe. Hyderabad also has Falaknuma Palace which has similarities with the architecture of Buckingham Palace and the palace has now been converted into a hotel managed by Taj Hotels Resorts & Palaces. Strong blend of the past and the influence of modernization also influences the culinary. Briyani were originally from Mughal has been developed to Hyderabad has briyani with its own trademark, and has become an icon of Indian culinary. Hyderabad also has a wide variety of sins (crepe made from rice batter and black lentils), including masala dosa (stuffed potatoes, fried onions, and spices) is touted as one of the 50 best in the world of cuisine CNNGo version.

Corsica, France

Although it is part of France for more than two centuries, the island in the Mediterranean Sea offers a totally different experience, both in terms of natural beauty to a cultural experience. Corsica has many seaside resort, ranging from a fine white sandy to rocky gravel surrounded by pine forests. When the waters were warm between May and October, snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, surfing, to water skiing and jet skis can be selected to fill the day. Mountain areas also offered to explore nature by walking, biking, and horseback riding. Filitosa is an archaeological area, where the discovery of 16 menhirs carved human face thousands of years old are still being studied by scientists. Corsica has its own distinctive cuisine, which is processed wild boar meat. Meat is usually processed into canned, as sausages, or for stuffing ravioli and lasagna. Corsica also has a Michelin-starred restaurant, Le Pirate, the porch jutting into the charming fishing port on the northern tip of the island.

Pekalongan, Central Java

Nothing wrong if dubbed as the City of Batik Pekalongan, because it not only as a producer of batik coastal city unique and different from other batik in Java, but also here there are Pekalongan Batik Museum. 1149 store batik collection of centuries-old traditional loom up and into the data center and information about batik, research and development of batik design science, the museum was inaugurated in 2006 and is located in Jalan Jetayu No. 1. There are three main museum space, namely space show off a collection of batik coastal areas of Java, such as batik Cirebon, Pekalongan, Batang, and Apex. Tools and materials used in the process of batik are also exhibited here. The second exhibition room filled batik collection donated by various officials, such as batik donation from President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, Vice President Boediono, and Ainun Habibie. While the third exhibition room displaying a collection of batik from various batik-producing areas in the archipelago, such as, Banten, Borneo, Garut, Indramayu, Madura, and Papua.

Mergui archipelago, Myanmar

Cluster of eight hundred in the Andaman Sea is very rarely visited by tourists. Only when the government intends to open Myanmar Mergui Islands to investors and tourists, virgin islands, many predicted a new beach paradise in Asia. Bergradrasi clear waters of blue-green, set foot on one of the islands, the eyes will be spoiled with a view of the woods were full of mahogany, teak, and the banyan tree which grew in abundance. Although in some islands are coral die due to the use of explosives to catch fish, several diving sites, such as Black Rock, still be a manta rays congregate. Some of the islands that can be visited, among others Myeik which has a statue of Buddha lying along 72 meters and a large crab farms; Kala for birdwatching; Bushby and Ye You to enjoy the sunset; Lampi which is a nature reserve inhabited by deer, foxes fly, hornbills, and leatherbacks; Island 115 which has a number of best beaches in Mergui and suitable for snorkeling; as well as Mac Leod who has Myanmar Andaman Resort is still the only accommodation in Mergui.

Tunis, Tunisia

Tunisia recorded as one of the meetings of the various civilizations of the world. Many historical sites are preserved and become a cultural heritage protected by UNESCO, one of which the ruins of the ancient city of Carthage in the hilly outskirts of Tunis. Located about 10 kilometers northeast of Tunis and near the beach, with its strategic location, Carthage has been several times to move power from the nomadic tribe of Berber, Ancient Greek, Roman, to Arabic. In addition to the Roman heritage debris on Mount Byrsa, Carthage important relics is a theater in the hills of the Roman Odeon built in the second century BC and is still used to hold various international festivals in the summer. Other sites included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site is the ruins of Dougga or Thugga in the hills north of Tunisia, or about 100 kilometers southwest of Tunis. This ancient city is a city best preserved Roman heritage in North Africa and of approximately 70 hectares of the archaeological site, only about a third were unearthed.

Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech dubbed the Red City, because almost all the buildings here are red, so that when watered in the morning or afternoon sun will appear fotojenik to be photographed. There are many reasons why you should stop by to Marrakech. One was because the city free of four-wheeled vehicles. If the first visit to Marrakesh could indeed be lost, but it did not take long to recognize the main streets. Divided into Medina and Gueliz with limit Avenue Mohammed V, ceramic-lined streets with modern buildings like the boundaries of continents. Medina area shows a strong African side through a row of shops and traditional markets, while European-style Gueliz neighborhood through the row of restaurants and boutiques of famous brand. When night falls, Djemaa El-Fna, an area in the center of Marrakech, became the activity of art and culture appreciated every night by a number of musicians, traditional dancers, comedians, storytellers, and attractions handler animals to the accompaniment of traditional music, apart from in this area also contained souk (market), which offers ranging from spices, ceramics, tapestries, various accessories made of leather, fabric kaftan, Jallaba (typical Moroccan clothing with fabric connection head cover), up to a typical local tea.

Chengdu, China

Located in southwest China, the city is the cradle of Shujin, silk fabric typical of Sichuan, who was born during the war more than 200 years ago, in addition to the tea trade center, and home to giant pandas are adorable. Located in Chengdu, do not miss a walk in Jinli Street, the road along about 550 meters that was originally built as a commercial street for the Kingdom of Shu (221 AD-263 AD), then rebuilt in 2004 with the traditional architectural style of Sichuan Province during Dynasties Qing (1644-1911). Impression of the past here presented through traditional houses architecture Sichuan which functioned as a restaurant, gift shop, in addition to the middle of the road there is also a stage for puppet performances and opera. All buildings made similar as the original, including the use of wood material, in addition to all the shopkeepers, waiters, cleaning staff are required to wear tradisional.Jinli Street is also famous for the row of stalls selling typical food spicy Sichuan thanks to the use of dry chili. Taste the chicken and fried pigeon sprinkled with dried chili, fried tofu with spicy sauce, and san da pao or from sticky rice, brown sugar, sesame, and peanuts.

Kumamoto, Japan

Being in the middle of the island of Kyushu in southwestern Japan, icons Kumamoto Prefecture Kumamoto Castle which is over 400 years old and is situated on top of a hill. Although the time to burn from the world wars, the castle built Kiyomasa Kato has been designated as a protected cultural relics Japanese government and in 2006 was named one of the 100 Most Beautiful Castles in Japan. Kumamoto Castle is quite extensive as it stretches along 1.6 km from east to west and 1.2 km from north to south. Which makes it special is the castle because of the special design on the roof and corners that are not easily attacked by the enemy or by the ninja though. Moreover, like a typical castle in Japan, Kumamoto Castle was surrounded by Park San-no-Maru beautiful and complex once the residence of the Hosokawa clan in the Edo period. Kumamoto is a castle that is important in Japan, in addition to Himeji in Hyogo Prefecture and Matsumoto in Nagano Prefecture.

Garut, West Java

Nature in Garut grow as the development of a luxury resort on the lake that rely on cool air, natural feel and a rustic atmosphere Sundanese, such as Kampung Sampireun Resort & Spa (www.kampungsampireun.com) in Ciparay and Dariza Lake Resort-Hotel (www.danaudariza .com) in Cipanas. Sampireun village which has been operating since 1999 comes with the concept of returning to nature, thus becoming a pioneer resort floating in the lake, where guests are invited to enjoy a life of simple yet beautiful scenery spoiled soothing the soul. Sampireun village itself is derived from the Sundanese language which means a place to stop and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Lake Dariza Resort-Hotel comes mimic concept Sampireun Village on an artificial lake, only difference, bungalows offered takes the form of a variety of custom homes archipelago, such as Sao Ato Mosa of East Nusa Tenggara, home of Bali, home Toba Batak of North Sumatra, home gadang from West Sumatra, and House Kasepuhan of Cirebon. Arrowroot is an alternative for the weekend to enjoy the cool air since it is located at 1,000 meters above sea level, in addition flanked by three mountains, namely Thunder Mountain, and Mount Gunung Putri Hijau.