Those who visit Spain find that the country was greatly influenced by some of the ancient civilizations like Greeks, Romans and Moors before being taken over by Christian rulers. In fact, even to this day, in many places people follow the religious practices of these civilizations. Interestingly, in spite of these diverse religious faiths and beliefs, people in Spain live in an atmosphere of harmony and understanding. At the same...more
The wonders of the Vakil mosque are sure to impress anyone on a trip to Shiraz. Among the many wonderful monuments in Iran, this mosque occupies a prime place in the history of the country. Located adjacent to the Vakil Bazaar, this mosque is a reminder of the beautiful artwork created during the rule of the Zand dynasty. Stretching over a huge 8,660 square meters, the building was started in 1751 and finally completed in 1773. The mosque earns...more
Traveling in Iran can be a very knowledgeable experience where you gather information about the ancient civilizations and the people of various cultures and religions. When you plan your travel itinerary, you must remember to include the beautiful city of Yazd which has many intriguing sites of interest. Among the monuments worth visiting are the Towers of Silence, the Yazd Friday mosque, Alexander's prison, Water museum and of course, Varahram Fire Temple. Built by the Zoroastrians based in Yazd and the country of India, this temple depicts architecture reminiscent of the ancient times of Persia. The Burning FireThe main attraction of Varahram Fire Temple is the fire burning inside it. It is said to have been burning for 1,520 years. This is more than the age of the temple itself. It originated in the Nahid Fire Temple situated in southern Fars province. Then it was shifted to the village of Haftador near Aqda. Later on, it was again taken to another village called Torkabad in Ardakan. The fire finally came to Yazd in 1325 from the cave of Eshgeft-e-Yazdan. Before the current Fire Temple was built, the fire was housed in Moubedan. But today, you can see it burning amidst the heart...more
Sagunto, also called Sagunt is a part of the Valencia province. This moderately populated town is one of the industrialized centers of Spain. It is also a popular tourist destination. The city has a long history dating back to 219 BC. According to historians the city was under the control of Carthaginians. The city is located on the...more
Las Vegas Economical Flights from HoustonFlying from Houston to Las Vegas, the Sin City has never been as easy as it is today. There are plenty of airlines that offer minimal airfares to Las Vegas in order to facilitate their travelers in having a budget stay in this exciting city. You must search extensively for great deals and vacation packages...more
If you are a lover of nature and if you want to enjoy the beauty of nature and a coast line with a long stretch of tall mountains, then there is no better place than the Castello do la Plana. This is a part of the Valencian community and the capital of the province of Castellon. Known for its treacherous mountain range stretching parallel to the Mediterranean Sea for a distance of about 112 kms, the place is most popular for its natural beauty. The beautiful beach, rich vegetation and the tall mountain range are welcome signs for the tourists to spend their holiday in the midst of stunningly beautiful scenery of nature. Brief history:The town of Castello de la Plana was built by an order of His Majesty King Jaume who in the year 1251 ordered people to move from the mountain to the present city, thereby signifying the birth of the city. The people of Castello have the tradition of working with ceramics which they are believed to have learnt from the Arabs. Places to visit:Castello is blessed with many natural spots like Desert de les Palmes which has one of the oldest monasteries of Spain. The other popular place of visit is the natural park called ‘Serra...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...more
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Commercial airline fares are becoming more and more expensive. When you consider that number of staff provided compared to the passenger numbers you know it can't be that, so it makes you think what are the benefits I get with my airfare?You might be...more