Thursday, February 28, 2013

Thailand : Moutain + Waterfall >3<


            - Khao Yai (Green Moutain)


            
            - Infor
            Khao Yai is located in NakhonRatchasrima, a province in central of Thailand. With more than two thousand km2, it has a very large area for visitors to seek for various kinds of attractions and activities such as waterfall, rain forest, stream, mountain climbing. Moreover, travelers who are falling in love with plant will have a good chance to have a look for several kinds of plant. The peak point of Khao Yai is 12 km high from sea level. Khaon Yai was declared as one of the world heritage in 2004.
           

Heaw Narok Waterfall (Hell Clift waterfall)

            It is located in south of Khao Yai. The height that water falls from the top to the bottom is around 210 meters. The water flow will be very strong in Rainy season.

Krong Keaw stream


            This stream is very suitable to have a good time for swimming.

The top of mountain

            With more than 12 km height, the atmosphere over there is very clear. Without pollution, visitors will feel the fresh air that they would never forget it.

Granmonte Vineyard and Wine


           

            - Price
            At least 1500 Baht a day (30 pound)
            - Hotel
            There are many hotels in Khao Yai:
- Bonanza Khao Yai

- Chokchai Farm Hotel

- Phuwarin garden resort


- Khaoyai garden resort

            - How to go
            After arriving at Suvannbhumi Airport,
            1. Coach Bus is a cheapest way to go. It requires 300 Baht and 6 hrs.
            2. Taxi requires 1000 Baht and 3 hrs.
            3. Airplane requires 1300 Baht and half an hour.
            - Review
            I have been there. It is so peaceful and fresh. Everytime I breathe, I feel like that is the place I‘ve never know before even though it is just “forest”. Tropical air make me relax from the coursework! I had a fantastic time at sanctuary!? Yes sanctuary. At the bottom of waterfall, SO MANY fish was kidding me as if I am their friend without scary. Oh my It is more than “forest”. 

A$K Ta|\|a :)))

Austria : Salzburg






Salzburg
            A beautiful city is plenty of churches, castle, parks, fountains and more. Due to Salzburg is hometown of a man who is one of the most famous musicians in the world., Wolfgang Amadius MOZART. Salzburg is one of famous city in art and culture. “The sound of music” was found here!
Things to do in Salzburg:
 Sightseeing:


            Certainly, since Salzburg is plenty of art and architecture, all buildings around the city are really “Baroque”.

Town of music and Art:
            Visitors will not see beggars but stray musicians or music plays on footpath, artists live on building’s corners, and other interesting along the way in the city center.

Danube River cruise
            Have a romantic time at early night on cruise along Danube River. Travelers can keep in touch with the ridiculous view like palaces, parliament, and Christ Jesus statue at the top of mountain.

Keep in touch with Mozart hand in hand!?




            Mozart…Chocolate is very popular among visitors. It is possibly considered as symbol of Salzburg city center. Mozart chocolate is incredibly easy to find. Every shop in the city center sell them!
            Flavour!? Exactly Mozart chocolate is made from marzipan, praline cream and dark chocolate. The taste is unique to other chocolate. Travelers can buy it as a unique souvenir as well.

Hotels



Gästehaus Wolf Dietrich und Thomas Michels
Wolf-Dietrich-Straße 16a
5020 Salzburg


Institut St. Sebastian Jugendgästehaus
Linzer Gasse 41
A-5020 Salzburg


Junge Hotels Aigen - Jugendherberge
Aignerstraße 34
5026 Salzburg



Christkönig Kolleg
Kapitelplatz 2A
A-5020 Salzburg



Jugendherberge Naturfreundehaus Stadtalm
Peter Esterer
Mönchsberg 19c
5020 Salzburg

-Reivew
       Last two years, I have been there. I went to Budapest and Salzburg. Three interesting things that I found in Salzburg is; Name of country come from Salt and You know what a prince of Salzburg in past used to be called "Prince of Salt", Secondly, Many people walking around the city center, but I don't know why I feel like the city is so vacant maybe people over there spend their life easily. Last one is Mozart chocolate, the taste is so fantastic, unique. I found it around the city even for airport. One thing I want to share is do not buy the chocolate in the city center. It very expensive compared to airport shop. If u do, u'll be trapped....like me -*-


A$K Ta|\|a :)))

Wednesday, February 27, 2013


Did you know that the Ukrainians were the first people to have lived on Earth? Well, Trypillia, a village that is situated in Ukraine, 40 km from Kyiv has been traced as the most ancient civilization in the world. Trypillians lived on the Earth in the period 5,400 - 2,700 BC!!

Ukraine is the second largest country in Europe. Ukraine’s a landlocked mass, bounded on the east by Russia; on the west by Poland, Slovakia and Hungary; and on the north by Belarus.

 
The country is chockfull of attractions which range from magnificent churches to baroque palaces, from interesting museums and old buildings to archaeological sites where you can see the oldest dwelling in the world.
Kiev

Kiev is the capital city  is replete with tourist sights- so many that you would require at least a fortnight to see them all. If you’re short on time, here’s a best-of-the-lot list.

Independence Square in Kiev now commemorates Ukraine's 1991 declaration of independence from the USSR.





                 St. Sophia  

Dating from the 11th century, the church was built to rival Hagia Sophia in Constantinople and echoes its name.  Stick around long enough and you may hear prayer accompanied by the a cappella choral music for which the Ukrainians are celebrated.


 The Kievo-Pecherskaya Lavra


It is a Unesco World Heritage site. Pilgrims approach this monastery wearing icons and pictures of saints around their necks. Buy candles at the entrances to the upper and lower catacombs, and follow the twisty subterranean tunnels past ancient glass-encased tombs of monks.

                                                                                           Shpola

Granite stele with an inscription Shpolyanschina - the geographical center of Ukraine is installed at the entrance to Shpola by the bold.

Despite the early findings of Trypillya culture and Scythian tumuli near it, the town itself is mentioned, for the first time, as a village of Zvenyhorod eldership in Poland only in XVIII century. Later it falls under the rule of Russian Empire and becomes a part of Bratslav vicegerency (1793). Starting from 1797 it is considered to be a part of Zvenyhorod district in Kyiv province.

There were two wooden churches in Shpola, built in 1784 and 1786 respectively. None of them were preserved till nowadays.

Most sun-seeking tourists head, like homing pigeons, to the Black Sea, all along the coasts of which are some of the loveliest beaches in East Europe. Crimea , with its resort towns of Yalta and Sevastopol, is invariably first on the list. The Crimean Peninsula juts into the Black Sea, a natural extravaganza of mountains, green valleys and beaches, replete with palaces, churches, museums and dozens of other sights.
Sevastopol is the other major Black Sea resort.










Close to the city is the ancient Greek archaeological site of Chersonesus.



Chersonesus Taurica was founded 2,500 years ago by ancient Greek colonists on one of the southwestern peninsulas of the Crimea. The name means “a peninsula in the land of Tauri.”



Livadia Palace

Livadia is a small settlement located about 3 km from Yalta. The main attraction of the place is Livadia Palace – the summer residence of Russian emperors.


 
The Alupka Palace

The palace was built from 1828 through 1848 for Prince Mikhail Semyonovich Vorontsov for use as his personal summer residence. It was designed in the Tudor style by English architect Edward Blor. The building incorporates elements of Scottish Baronial,Moorish Revival and Gothic Revival architecture

The Swallow’s Nest
 The neo-Gothic Swallow's Nest castle perches 130 feet (40 meters) above the Black Sea near Yalta in southern Ukraine. Built by a German noble in 1912, the flamboyant seaside residence now houses an Italian restaurant.





 Massandra Palace

Is one of the most interesting monuments of 19th century architecture located near Yalta. The palace was built in the style of French chateaux of the Renaissance.

Yalta famous for being the venue of a historic Allied conference during WWII, is best known today for its attractive beaches.


The Aleksandr Nevsky Cathedral.

Construction of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral has been inextricably linked with the Russian imperial family which the patron was Saint Alexander Nevsky. The cathedral was built in honour of Russian Emperor Alexander II.


Also on the coast of the Black sea- but not part of Crimea- is the port of Odessa , the `Black Sea Pearl’. The catacombs under the city merit an exploratory trip; and the building of the Opera and Ballet Theatre is considered one of the finest in the world.



 
Maritime Steps

The steps, 192 in all, lead down to the Black Sea naval facility and are often referred to as the Potemkin Steps, after the Battleship Potemkin, Sergei Eisenstein’s classic movie about a mutiny aboard a ship.



Lviv

It is  one of the best-preserved cities in the country, has a plethora of churches, museums and palaces.

St. Nicholas' church is one of the oldest functioning Orthodox churches in Lviv. It has been known since the XIII century. The Wonder-working Icon of Saint Nicholas is preserved in the church.








The Ratusha is home to Lviv’s City Council and one of the city’s cherished symbols. Its one Rynok Square's newest buildings–having been completed in 1835–but the first mention of it dates back to 1381. The tower was once wooden and the building has undergone numerous changes throughout history, but it has always hosted Lviv’s government.
 
Slavske

The best slopes are found on Mt Trostian, which is 1235 metres above sea level. A new resort is being built on Mt Zvorets, located two kilometres from Slavske toward Volosianka, which is expected to compete against the Slavske Trostian resort. The other mountains in the area are Politekh, Pohar, Grabovets and Krokus.
 





For many centuries Lviv pleases its residents and visitors with a unique aura of coffee and chocolate aroma. February 14-17, the Lviv Palace of Arts (Copernicus Street, 17) was hosting a delicious holiday – the 6th National Day of Chocolate.

 
The city invited everyone to taste the best sweets and a variety of chocolate candy. The festival once again broke the record for the number of kinds of chocolate and chocolate products presented.






By Juliia.
 

Sweden, Copenhagen

Are you too old for fairy tales? If you think so, Copenhagen is sure to change your mind.

See the city first from the water. In the harbor sits Denmark s best-known landmark: the Little Mermaid. Remember her? She left the world of the Sea People in search of a human soul in one of Hans Christian Andersen s beloved fantasies. From the harbor you can get a feel for the attractive "city of green spires." At twilight or in cloudy weather, the copper-covered spires of old castles and churches lend the city a dream-like atmosphere. You ll think you ve stepped into a watercolor painting.



Copenhagen is a city on a human scale. You don t have to hurry to walk the city s center in less than an hour. Exploring it will take much longer. But that s easy. Copenhagen was the first city to declare a street for pedestrians only. The city has less traffic noise and pollution than any other European capital.

  Stroll away from the harbor along the riverbanks, you ll see the modest Amalienborg Palace first. Completed in the mid-18th century, it still houses the royal family. The Danish Royal Guard is on duty. At noon, you ll watch the changing of the guard. The guards are not just for show, however. Danes will always remember their heroism on April 9, 1940. When the Nazis invaded Denmark, the guards aimed their guns and fired. Soldiers fell on both sides. The guards would all have been killed if the king hadn t ordered them to surrender.
 
 

The town hall, the tower is the highest in Copenhagen Observatory


Near city hall, is Andersen's statue, he is the spokesman of the country
 

City hall next to the "Hans Christian Andersen's Wonderful World", "the emperor's new clothes" by the interpretation of the true to life likeness
Copenhagen, the day know the black night, the local people at night when the day
 
Danish Museum of art and design, here, to witness history and now the Danish Design

 
This is a famous Copenhagen shop (Bering House of Flowers), the thick Christmas atmosphere
 
Open sandwich is one of Copenhagen's most famous food
 
 


Hotel:

Somandshjemmet Bethel
DGI-byens Hotel
Scandic Palace Hotel
DGI-byens Hotel

Restaurant:

JIT customer
Open sandwich shop franchise, brand tableware use "Royal Copenhagen".
Address: Slotkalderen, Fortunastrade 4
Business hours: Monday - Friday 10:00-17:00 Saturday, Sunday is closed.
Danish pastry:
Delicious Danish pastry has an irresistible temptation, is a Danish daily breakfast or afternoon tea food.

Piil & Co
The traditional food supply in Denmark, France and Italy fusion cuisine restaurant, has a long history, elegant environment.
Address: Dyrehaven 7, 2930 Klampenborg
Business hours: daily.Dinner should be booked.

By Tingting