tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56157893365458822412024-03-06T05:15:53.482+05:30Mi-irajA miraculous journey !Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-82131394588551718292010-02-21T00:20:00.000+05:302010-02-21T00:20:48.554+05:30Dubai International Peace Convention (DIPC)<b>Dubai International Peace Convention</b><br />
<i>"aiming global unity through peace"</i><br />
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For Details log on to <a href="http://www.peaceconvention.com/">http://www.peaceconvention.com/</a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com78tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-63992984211836810922009-08-08T18:46:00.006+05:302009-08-08T18:59:47.437+05:30Islam, the Official religion of UAE<a href="http://www.islamtomorrow.com/" target="new" window="">www.islamtomorrow.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.youtubeislam.com/" target="new" window="">www.youtubeislam.com</a><a href="http://www.searchforislam.com/"><br /></a><a href="http://www.searchforislam.com/" target="new" window="">www.searchforislam.com</a><br /><a href="http://www.islamcode.com/" target="new" window="">www.islamcode.com</a><br /><a href="http://islamnewsroom.com/" target="new" window="">islamnewsroom.com</a><br /><a href="http://99islam.com/" target="new" window="">http://99islam.com/</a><br /><a href="http://prophetofislam.com/" target="new" window="">http://prophetofislam.com/</a><br /><a href="http://scienceislam.com/" target="new" window="">http://scienceislam.com/</a><br /><a href="http://shareislam.com/" target="new" window="">http://shareislam.com/</a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-23632370747448478262008-11-07T20:38:00.000+05:302008-11-07T20:46:15.803+05:30The Dubai Mall<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgAFYg7fhGUBQukvwI3ti2jva4wa2N-M__vDCm4to-HZwo9GSPiMRJML9B6MXRpzanUA9JOGbv97_XCMtvVE6VSWgT0MycRdcfJtfI19i9QBQrnkaZYFXo_YjYIQI0y2Eqm0SRgWtBBZ1h/s1600-h/20081027_the-dubai-mall-aquarium.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgAFYg7fhGUBQukvwI3ti2jva4wa2N-M__vDCm4to-HZwo9GSPiMRJML9B6MXRpzanUA9JOGbv97_XCMtvVE6VSWgT0MycRdcfJtfI19i9QBQrnkaZYFXo_YjYIQI0y2Eqm0SRgWtBBZ1h/s320/20081027_the-dubai-mall-aquarium.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1XmAgfIvdxDKrPeKzv7nySS0IZZF5yu7EBdGzUiL5eEBlkccwg7S1kG1WU0dRNkxsFQLLpLrr1WUNhLdh_vDXa2aPAcpX1gL0ypTMyCc3dzshXfvzwx-qiM10ufZ4Hi3cDscpf-wqbsuG/s1600-h/20081027_the-dubai-mall-gold-souk-dome.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1XmAgfIvdxDKrPeKzv7nySS0IZZF5yu7EBdGzUiL5eEBlkccwg7S1kG1WU0dRNkxsFQLLpLrr1WUNhLdh_vDXa2aPAcpX1gL0ypTMyCc3dzshXfvzwx-qiM10ufZ4Hi3cDscpf-wqbsuG/s320/20081027_the-dubai-mall-gold-souk-dome.jpg" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: italic; line-height: 16px;">The Dubai Mall - A place like no other. A new day, a new dawn. From the wind swept sands, a new legend rises. A mall of epic proportions that is named The Dubai Mall.</span><br />
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The highlight of DSS 2008 was the inclusion of the 'Tens of Surprises' theme where instead of Ten Surprises, numerous international entertainment shows were organised to provide visitors with an array of activities to choose from.<br />
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Laila Suhail, chief executive of Dubai Shopping Festival Office, speaking to Gulf News said, "We have marked Dubai with another successful DSS edition."<br />
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The main attraction for this summer was MFC. The venue saw over 400,000 visitors during the festival. For an even organised by DSS, this was the biggest number yet, officials said.<br />
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Ahmad Ali, manager of MFC said the location "proved to be the favourite destination for families during DSS with hundreds of thousands of visitors within Dubai and the UAE, and from all around the region."<br />
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Khulood Al Thani, marketing manager of DSF Office said, "Apart from targeting the GCC, Middle East, North Africa, and Europe markets, the DSF Office ventured into China and Japan, two new markets that we will be exploring in the coming years."<br />
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Suhail said the response from the shopping malls in Dubai was positive, as they had a great number of visitors and large consumer spending.<br />
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"Every year there is an improvement in the quality of events and sponsor satisfaction," she said, adding that the objective of keeping every single mall busy was achieved.<br />
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<a href="http://www.gulfnews.com">Source </a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-66534163945859333762008-08-16T21:16:00.000+05:302008-08-16T21:20:43.957+05:30More Snaps from Madinat Jumaira..<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBZpEVmlq4zDB7oEFWfMKLCvhaz6xHW6NF3y3pAEJhJZyjtaiXahJlnNjznH5GlNm2ouEQU0oJU4LvTIqvkSSy8q2v8LAMqat2DdoAbWfWgno6COXrCCQmRkXG-TviAiS0UBbF4AfjSabQ/s1600-h/Image033.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRB33G67tL1Im4a63owMqR-8OlZpMH0d_NOilq-rOHGF03sp8W5pCcSRd7a85UpJSpMJAfl1slIn5VgTUf7KOXLtWgI7A4n9OTfEeilG92RqDDrUPFVGfuWL9T6nNE_5CrhOf0o0vuxomi/s320-r/Image033.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUV-DsCq6wbBmzVX7VfIDvrK3XvRkGj5cDTR7u8nR24hyjYDlnjnhSjABq0uC4AsHSBoPQQOGhNi3qlBAG7zKvKwIDMUN4jvavhL8ku6O88l5R6cDeeUomCDujeByjdd2BxTEuJU5QEn9_/s1600-h/Image034.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHtmq3EKnKRIX0tFzpGmBR86IrCv7qP86r7_DDjN4ilgELQxzsMrLG9zm60sRojynVCmZIGlc1cR2dJBJ2ncvmpWKokGAx50h6xWt4kDrDaO1mDyQA8Ag2-tiEHLpntnyjzwWT4ezrfjdM/s320-r/Image034.jpg" /></a></div>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-57538874656745503172008-08-15T21:57:00.000+05:302008-08-15T22:07:57.257+05:30Madinat Jumaira, DubaiIt was a wonderful experience in Madinat Jumaira, Dubai.. Here I'm giving some snaps from the wonderful world of Madinat Jumaira..<br />
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2) Danger Zones: Be particularly aware of your safety in crowded areas such as local festivals, markets, crowded tourist sites, railway and bus stations, and of course, on trains and buses. Sometimes it pays to go first class or hire a guide.<br />
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3) Stash your Cash: Avoid wallets or purses. Keep enough money for your immediate needs in your (button down/zippered?) pocket, and the rest hidden on your body or, better, inside a *locked bag in a safety deposit box. Have different forms of funds in different places. Remember your air ticket and films are valuable too.Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-68450302279599772202008-08-05T22:05:00.001+05:302008-08-05T22:11:20.917+05:30Deoksugung Palace- Korea<a href="http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/cms/resource/05/228505_image2_1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="border: 0pt none ; background-color: transparent; clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; float: right; margin-left: 1em;"><img height="158" src="http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/cms/resource/05/228505_image2_1.jpg" style="border: 0pt none ;" width="200" /></a>Located at the corner of Seoul's busiest downtown intersection, Deoksugung Palace is famous for its elegant stone-wall road. It is also the only palace that sits alongside a series of western style buildings that add to the uniqueness of the surrounding scenery. Deoksugung Palace originally belonged to Wolsandaegun (1454~1488), the older brother of King Seongjong (1469~1494) of the Joseon Dynasty. It became a proper palace when Gwanghaegun (1575~1641) ascended the throne and gave the palace the name Gyeongungung in 1611. Afterwards, the name was then changed back to its orginal title of Deoksugung. <br />
Upon entering Deoksugung Palace and Daehanmun, visitors will cross the wide bridge of Geumcheon. The king's carriage would pass over this bridge during ancient times. The Beopjeon Building Junghwajeon is very stately, revealing of its long history. The Jeukjodang Building received its name from Gwanghaegun and In-Jo both ascended to the throne here. The front sign on Jeukjodang was written personally by Go Jong in 1905 after he became king. Hamnyeongjeon was where Go Jong slept, and Hamnyeong was named so to wish Go Jong lasting peace. The East Wing served as the King’s room, and the west wing was for the Queen. Jeonggwanheon was the first western style building built in the palace in 1900. Go Jong enjoyed drinking coffee and spending his free time here. The back of the building had secret passageways to the Russian Emissary, which still exist today. <br />
Seokjojeon is the other western-style building that still remains in Gyeongwungung, and it was in the process of being built by a British man for his company when in 1905 the property rights were transferred to Japan. It was finally completed in 1910. After Gojong’s death, Seokjojeon became a Japanese art gallery open to the public. After the Korean Declaration of Independence, the American-Russian joint commission was held here as well in May 1946. The east wing of Seokjogwan building now serves as a Palace Treasure exhibition, and the west wing is used as part of National Modern Arts Center.<br />
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more on <a href="http://www.deoksugung.go.kr/" target=new window>www.deoksugung.go.kr</a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-27896108427341718052008-08-02T13:19:00.000+05:302008-08-02T13:51:31.599+05:30Dubai- Heritage<b>The Hatta Heritage Village</b><br />
The Hatta Heritage Village was opened to the public in February 2001 after careful and extensive renovation.<br />
<a href="http://www.dubaitourism.ae/images/HistoricalSites/heritagevillage1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="border: 0pt none ; background-color: transparent; clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; float: right; margin-left: 1em;"><img height="127" src="http://www.dubaitourism.ae/images/HistoricalSites/heritagevillage1.jpg" style="border: 0pt none ;" width="200" /></a>The village represents another fine example of the Heritage of Dubai and the United Arab Emirates. Situated 115km southeast of Dubai city in the heart of the rocky Hatta Mountains, it provides the visitor with a fascinating glimpse into Dubai's historical past.<br />
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The two towers overlooking the village, known as the "two stones" were used as defense fortresses against hostile invaders.<br />
Today, the Hatta Heritage Village has become an important historical site for tourists.<br />
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The history of the village can be traced back to 2000 - 3000 years. It consists of 30 buildings, each differing in size, interior layout and building materials used. Great care was taken to use the same materials as those used when originally built during the renovation such as mud, hay, sandalwood and palm fronds.Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-5228402461276052752008-07-24T21:33:00.003+05:302008-07-24T21:39:37.807+05:30UAE gives Tourist Visa for all !!People of all nationalities can now enter the UAE on a tourist visa under new rules that come into effect from next week, a senior official from the Interior Ministry said on Wednesday.<br /><br />Earlier, nationals from 79 countries in the subcontinent, Middle East and elsewhere were not eligible for tourist visas and could come to the UAE only on a visit visa. "The new rules will encourage the tourism sector in the country," said Major General Mohammad Ahmad Al Merri, Director General of Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department (DNRD).<br /><br />Al Merri announced the new rules after a meeting with hotel and tourist agency representatives yesterday. He said travel agencies will no longer be allowed to apply for visit visas. "Now these companies will only be allowed to apply for tourist visas," he said. "This will regulate the business and make the process of people travelling to the UAE easier and smooth, as tourism is a high priority for us."<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Rules</span><br /><br />--Tourist visas can only be applied for by a licensed hotel or a tourism agency.<br /><br />--Residents can apply for a visa for their spouse or blood relative.<br /><br />--Expatriates will no longer be allowed to sponsor friends, and all visitors should have a health insurance cover.<br /><br />--Medical treatment visas can only be applied through licensed hospitals and clinics.<br /><br />--Education visas can only be applied by a licensed educational institution.<br /><br />--Exhibition and conference visas can only be applied for by the organisers. <br /><br />Source: Gulf NewsAbdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-86998853035639155362008-07-23T23:55:00.002+05:302008-07-24T00:07:15.410+05:30I want to visit Scotland !!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkvRyrRg9Pg8Pc808XyWw-ZRZxBGvwrhyphenhyphenOdVoonMFc3wgfdvcNrLDqFpsRYZ9V9yuAf5F1ptKb6Kqg0vTtKBOrbHx8mqHk-smPHHHnt_QsjwL840ENK-z5kyqcrJmFVcerB0YFUGDkjVhN/s1600-h/Art.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkvRyrRg9Pg8Pc808XyWw-ZRZxBGvwrhyphenhyphenOdVoonMFc3wgfdvcNrLDqFpsRYZ9V9yuAf5F1ptKb6Kqg0vTtKBOrbHx8mqHk-smPHHHnt_QsjwL840ENK-z5kyqcrJmFVcerB0YFUGDkjVhN/s400/Art.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5226280297513153490" /></a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-16559645008637132102008-07-22T21:54:00.004+05:302008-07-22T22:03:34.524+05:30DUBAI summer Surprise 2008 ends on 22nd Aug..<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.mydsf.com/dss2008/images/phocagallery/DSS/Dubai/thumbs/phoca_thumb_l_53.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://www.mydsf.com/dss2008/images/phocagallery/DSS/Dubai/thumbs/phoca_thumb_l_53.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.mydsf.com/dss2008/images/phocagallery/DSS/Dubai/thumbs/phoca_thumb_l_pic7_H.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://www.mydsf.com/dss2008/images/phocagallery/DSS/Dubai/thumbs/phoca_thumb_l_pic7_H.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /> Dubai is burning in summer when temperature going above 50.. But DSS cools it's way with lot of offers and events..<br /><br />Dubai will play host to two new entertainment exhibitions – the Dubai International Character and Licensing Fair 2008 (Character Dubai 2008) and the Dubai International E-Games Fair 2008.<br /><br />The first exhibitions of their kind in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, the events will be organized by Index Holding from October 28 to 30, 2008.Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-604245976717317032008-07-22T00:23:00.004+05:302008-07-22T00:46:13.635+05:30Germany- Attractions<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://dzt-top50.dx-work.com/images/itempics/pics/pic_52026_1_m.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 221px; height: 182px;" src="http://dzt-top50.dx-work.com/images/itempics/pics/pic_52026_1_m.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />Cologne Cathedral<br /><br />A masterpiece of Gothic architecture, Cologne Cathedral is one of the finest church buildings in the Christian world. Gargantuan proportions and craftsmanship of unparalled quality have made the cathedral a defining example of the Gothic style.<br /><br />Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau Castle<br /><br />King Ludwig II's world-famous castles stand proudly against the spectacular backdrop of the Alps. Neuschwanstein, his fairytale castle, is the<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://dzt-top50.dx-work.com/images/itempics/pics/pic_36088_1_s.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 226px; height: 153px;" src="http://dzt-top50.dx-work.com/images/itempics/pics/pic_36088_1_s.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />most-visited building in Germany, and was designed<br />to resemble a medieval German knight's castle.<br /><br />more on: <a href="http://www.germany-tourism.de/ENG/destination_germany/master_tlsight.htm" target="new" window="">Germany- Destinations</a><br /><a href="http://www.travellinks.tk">www.travellinks.tk</a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-86897170977492995662008-07-14T21:49:00.002+05:302008-07-14T21:56:04.601+05:30Dubai Mall- World's Largest shopping mall<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://travelingdubai.com/projects/dubai-mall.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px;" src="http://travelingdubai.com/projects/dubai-mall.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Highlights</span><br /><br /><ul><li>World-class Aquarium and educational Discovery Centre</li><li>World’s largest indoor Gold Souk</li><li>Fashion Avenue dedicated to haute couture</li><li>Indoor Olympic-size Ice Rink</li><li>SEGA indoor theme park</li><li>Innovative children’s ‘edu-tainment’ concept, KidZania</li><li>Exclusive access to the Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest tower</li><li>22-screen Cineplex</li><li>The Grove, an indoor-outdoor streetscape</li><li>Region’s first Galeries Lafayette department store</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Over 1,200 stores</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">14,000 car parking spaces</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">120 food & beverage outlets </li></ul>With an impressive array of leisure pursuits, this is the ultimate, cutting-edge shopping experience. A range of adventure sports vies for attention alongside the romance of ice-skating. The Dubai Mall is a place where outdoor brunch can be followed by the delights of the big screen and where a 21st century gold souk is set off against a world class aquarium. When was the last time your sortie to the designer stores took place under the watchful eye of a giant sea turtle? Step inside The Dubai Mall and experience a place like no other.Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-74009327571168029092008-07-12T11:42:00.003+05:302008-07-12T11:57:10.403+05:30France-Tourist attractions<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.state.gov/cms_images/france_eiffeltower_2001_07_122.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://www.state.gov/cms_images/france_eiffeltower_2001_07_122.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><p><strong>France attractions </strong>are myriad, drawing innumerable visitors across the globe every year. The places of <strong>tourist attraction in France </strong> are countless offering its visitors a long list of options, ranging from the bewildering mountains, fascinating beeches, amazing historical structures as well as stunning specimens of modern technological excellence. <strong></strong>The country is dotted with tourist spots, <strong>the attractions </strong><strong>in France </strong>, <strong></strong>with every region having something unique for the pleasure of the visitors. </p> <p><strong>Attractions in France </strong>include the mountainous region in France,the Rhone Alps, is famous for its magnificent natural beauty and offers a lot of facilities to the tourists. The Alps is the ideal place for skiing in winter and hiking,trekking, river drafting and other adventurous sports in winter. France enjoys a long coast line and the French beaches are among the finest in the world. French beach resorts are known for their openness in swimming attire, another reason of making them popular <strong>tourist attractions in France. </strong></p> <p><strong>Attractions in France </strong> is its rich historical and cultural past. The country remains unparalleled as the home to superb architectural structures; palaces, cathedrals and abbeys reflecting its glorious past. France is the site of world renowned museums, universities, opera houses, and theaters. Restaurants in France offer the delicious French cuisine <strong>. </strong> Topping the list of <strong>tourist attractions </strong><strong>in France </strong> are the Palace of Versailles, Louvre Museum in Paris, Fontainebleau Castle and Le Mont-Saint-Michel. The underground railway is another evidence of the modern engineering excellence of the French people <strong>. </strong> France <strong></strong>has plenty in store for amusement for the children. Euro Disneyland, Asterix theme park and Miniature France are theme parks specially built for the enjoyment of the kids. Champagne region in France is famous for its sparkling wines. </p> <p>The places of <strong>tourist attraction in Paris, France </strong> alone are numerous. The city of historical edifices, <strong>Paris </strong> is the home of many world famous universities , cathedrals, abbeys, monuments and museums. The Eiffel <strong></strong>tower, The Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe, Notre dam De Paris reflect the city's illustrious past. A great seat of culture Paris houses many opera houses, theaters and restaurants <strong>. </strong> One can get a taste of famous French cuisine <strong>, </strong>famous world over, in the Parisian bistros. </p> The cities in France <strong></strong>worth visiting are<span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span> cannes, Lyon, Nice,Lille and Marseille. <strong></strong>The cities have restaurants, hotels, night clubs, pubs and shopping centers and other sources of enjoyment for the touristsAbdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-17618971214408566112008-07-11T19:08:00.002+05:302008-07-11T19:17:53.899+05:30Burjuman Centre, Dubai<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCADfNtTPGu4ZwI2qtHsDy8CvQt44zRBZ3XcHnXAtBGyfjvbfVRV59BfQOAPaBYNAvnIrRNX36exGhHch3pnaOL5MMtLJnJ1z683LMkcXO76CXCymoHD4bjddVLp57z1l9x4AVSfLiQrUW/s1600-h/Image062.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCADfNtTPGu4ZwI2qtHsDy8CvQt44zRBZ3XcHnXAtBGyfjvbfVRV59BfQOAPaBYNAvnIrRNX36exGhHch3pnaOL5MMtLJnJ1z683LMkcXO76CXCymoHD4bjddVLp57z1l9x4AVSfLiQrUW/s320/Image062.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5221752410794684386" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvr7ChVpoT9fnpQoXsCjyL58VXutKHT9vAc4GieSRaxWTb-7uzOpp8C6ayml8IvJvGnOdmJOxeeAIgNduoPS9vmIOK5ssUl_cKqyBgb1fQhz2H0_4pcDr4_-FeVYmXfk2Rm6KIKLdiBGVE/s1600-h/Image052.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvr7ChVpoT9fnpQoXsCjyL58VXutKHT9vAc4GieSRaxWTb-7uzOpp8C6ayml8IvJvGnOdmJOxeeAIgNduoPS9vmIOK5ssUl_cKqyBgb1fQhz2H0_4pcDr4_-FeVYmXfk2Rm6KIKLdiBGVE/s320/Image052.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a> </div><br />It's one of the major shopping centres in Dubai<div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://picasa.google.com/blogger/" target="ext"><img src="http://photos1.blogger.com/pbp.gif" alt="Posted by Picasa" style="border: 0px none ; padding: 0px; background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 50%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial;" align="middle" border="0" /></a></div>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-68235258688998894982008-07-10T00:07:00.001+05:302008-07-10T00:15:33.199+05:30Major Hotels in Singapore<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.seedforum.org/userfiles/singapore.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://www.seedforum.org/userfiles/singapore.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"> Hotels Orchard Road</span><br />Asia's most famous shopping boulevard. Home to the world's premier retailers and fashion houses, hotels on Orchard Rd are international five star properties such as (Hilton, Le Meridien, Meritus, Marriott) as well as luxurious local hotels (Orchard Hotel, Royal Plaza etc).<br /> <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Hotels Heritage District</span><br />Between Orchard Road and the Financial District and true to its name, the Heritage District boasts many beautiful buildings from Singapore's colonial era as well as Bugis Junction. Hotels here cover all bases; 3 star value hotels to the most luxurious 5 star international name hotels.<br /> <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Hotels Financial District</span><br />Encompassing the area around North Bridge Rd. over to Suntec City and Singapore Convention Centre, down to the Singapore River, this is Singapore's Central Business District. Hotels here are the larger, five star international hotels (Marina Mandarin, Pan Pacific, The Oriental, etc).<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Hotels River District</span><br />The historic Singapore River has been transformed. Old warehouses are now glitzy entertainment venues and chic boutique shops. Hotels here are 4 & 5 star properties with an emphasis on value for money (i.e. Copthorne Kings Miramar and the ever trendy Gallery Hotel).<br /> <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Hotels Chinatown</span><br />A colorful area where modern Singapore brushes up against its traditional past, Chinatown is now one of Singapore's most popular neghbourhoods, Chinatown has lodging for every budget from beautiful 5 star hotels to newly renovated boutique hotels and decent guest houses.<br /> <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Hotels Little India</span><br />North of the Heritage District on Serangoon Road is Little India, one of Singapore's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Hotels in this area are locally run 2 and 3 star hotels favoured by value conscious businessmen. As well there are several budget hotels and guest houses for students.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Hotels North of Downtown</span><br />Those neighbourhoods to the north of downtown Singapore that are primarily suburban residential areas. With the extension of the MRT lines and convenient bus routes these areas are becoming more accessible and popular for tourists looking for less expensive accommodation.<br /> <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />East Singapore / Airport</span><br />Visitors transiting Singapore and in need of overnight accommodation or just a few hours, here is a list of transit hotels near the airport. Clean and inexpensive, hotels in East Singapore are a good deal for anyone on a budget. Especially popular are the Hotel 81 chain properties.<br /> <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />Hotels Sentosa Island</span><br />Once a military outpost, later the local weekend getaway place, Sentosa is Singapore's best known island off its southern coast. A complete desination onto itself with golf course, butterfly park and underwater world Sentosa is a nice day trip (take the cable car) with 4 & 5 star resorts.Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-66393133285689215922008-07-09T00:25:00.002+05:302008-07-09T00:30:47.816+05:30Madinat, The Arabian Resort - Dubai<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.madinatjumeirah.com/i/SITE_040706_16115791_6LB1E/content/CMS_040707_14043227_82VOP/0DC0D9B0-188B-3B72-2E0556DABC0E58F8.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px;" src="http://www.madinatjumeirah.com/i/SITE_040706_16115791_6LB1E/content/CMS_040707_14043227_82VOP/0DC0D9B0-188B-3B72-2E0556DABC0E58F8.JPG" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br />Madinat Jumeirah translates into the 'City of Jumeirah', so named because of the sheer variety of this magnificent Resort, located in the heart of fashionable Jumeirah.<br /><br />The concept is one of 'old Arabia' in a totally luxurious context. This combination of authentic Arabian themes has created a destination of unique qualities and outstanding beauty. Madinat Jumeirah is a city of contrasts - from the sublimely relaxing to the vibrant and exotic. A place of meandering waterways and wide open sea-scapes, it is a luxurious oasis in which to relax, experience and interact.<br /><br />Madinat Jumeirah will be a defining statement in which time and tradition rise from the sands to create a monument of awe-inspiring proportions. The Resort is a recreation of old Arabia and a place where historic beauty meets new-fashioned luxury. <br /><br />more on: <a href="http://www.madinatjumeirah.com/" target=new window>http://www.madinatjumeirah.com/</a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-45081690016618065902008-01-26T12:10:00.000+05:302008-01-30T22:21:48.041+05:30Accomodation in DubaiVisitors to Dubai have an extensive choice of places to stay, which offer superb service and facilities. There’s a range of hotels to suit every traveler and every budget.<br />Large families on the move can also choose from an extensive range of furnished and equipped hotel apartments. These provide excellent value, particularly if one is planning to be in Dubai for a somewhat long duration. They can be rented daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly.<br /><br />List of Hotels: <a href="http://www.mydsf.com/dsf/eng/dsf_hotelslisting.aspx" target=new window>http://www.mydsf.com/dsf/eng/dsf_hotelslisting.aspx</a><br /><br />Fore more travel links: <a href="http://www.travellinks.tk/" target=new window>http://www.travellinks.tk/</a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-18266290002588893642008-01-26T12:06:00.000+05:302008-01-30T22:21:48.044+05:30Dubai Shopping Festival<strong>Dubai Shopping Festival 2008 Started on 24th Jnuary. Fore more details Visit:</strong><br /><a href="http://www.mydsf.com" target=new window>www.mydsf.com</a>Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-18876319769732995712008-01-12T12:16:00.000+05:302008-01-12T12:18:41.376+05:30Current records of Burj Dubai<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnC4Jjb3nWaji9C3nc_4rtXMt6XkQ1BiX5cCcSF1gOUEihGfcz8rX0aKq4p59nkigY2FAH0llUPYkB2KvMFY8Ck6z5Iq4bevdcoe2bUFmlY2xrFUcGxNTyvisl3cZfTsWMQVLhS8xFMW38/s1600-h/354px-Burjdubaiaug92007.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnC4Jjb3nWaji9C3nc_4rtXMt6XkQ1BiX5cCcSF1gOUEihGfcz8rX0aKq4p59nkigY2FAH0llUPYkB2KvMFY8Ck6z5Iq4bevdcoe2bUFmlY2xrFUcGxNTyvisl3cZfTsWMQVLhS8xFMW38/s320/354px-Burjdubaiaug92007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5154478303815282002" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Tallest freestanding structure:</strong> 598.5 meters (1,964 ft) (previously CN Tower - 553.3 m (1,815 ft)) <br /><strong>Building with most floors:</strong> 158 (previously Sears Tower / World Trade Center - 110) <br /><strong>Vertical concrete pumping (for a building):</strong> 601.0 m (1,972 ft) (previously Taipei 101 - 449.2 m (1,474 ft)) <br /><strong>Vertical concrete pumping (for any construction):</strong> 601.0 m (1,972 ft) (previously Riva del Garda Hydroelectric Power Plant - 532 m (1,745 ft)[9])Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5615789336545882241.post-30630630656172612542007-12-01T19:41:00.000+05:302007-12-01T19:50:14.244+05:30Rotating Skyscraper<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilAbRb_sgw7LXtc-STSsNo2PW0UZFLcJrVYDJz4tT2652xWE36OaZWbs4SW3UMGvV0W3wY8BqRgpM9hK8IPewupKnsjf5LqjsTtAODpTxAVKuYDezmcRqa3-i_nhqs2p8FoStMbY-Gdd81/s1600-r/rotating-skyscraper_miiraj.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5139008980631933810" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYVnnC8lEhxSTt8wyGhAEU1eRllNXqVeeaXKAmD8i_ic5tDP_7yWXIVyB5nmCD6r_AuR2JaigBpnDeIcF7wPsZDmbMIH3vNlU01NN3Lg2nst5wbP1J9Iew0WO635N3UmwKjV42xjLiM_B2/s320/rotating-skyscraper_miiraj.JPG" border="0" /></a><br />The Arab city which has amazing and impressive buildings like palm-shaped islands and the sail-shaped hotel is now going to build a rotating skyscraper.<br /><br />Rotating Skyscraper is an eclectic skyline and it is a 30-story apartment tower that revolves on its base. The tower will use the Persian Gulf's abundant sunshine to power the building's slow rotation that brings it full circle once a week.<br /><br />Work on the rotating tower is supposed to begin in June. Rotating Skyscraper will use solar energy to power 20 electric motors that will rotate the tower through 360 degrees over the course of a week.<br /><br />The tower was designed by UK architecture firm, Glenn Howells Architects (the company behind the Birmingham Rotunda in the UK) and Palmer and Turner, the master developers of City of Arabia.<br /><br />This tower has a height of 250 meters and 59 floors mounted in a concrete core which will serve as a rotating shaft. The floors will be preassembled and then attached to the core of the building.<br /><br />Each floor will rotate in separate direction from others. The velocity will be slow and not noticed by the residents. The project is Italian and has not begun yet. It is predicted that its construction will last two and a half years. The project cost will be around 500 million dollars.Abdullahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18015253513985616241noreply@blogger.com5