India as a holiday destination has managed to attract millions of visitors and is still counting. This mystic country has a lot to offer to its visitors. There is so much being spoken about the diversity that exists in the nation and still how united they manage to stay. With so many religions and cultures being practiced in India, indeed there is a lot for people of the other nations to come and experience. Not many countries are...more
India has not just natural beauty in its offering but also an amazing diversity in terms of culture and heritage. India is proud nation with so much in store for people from other nations to come and experience. This country has never been a disappointment to its visitors. The valleys, the green fields, the hills, plateaus, mountain slopes, mountains, orchards, waterfalls, the list is just endless. A tour to India will definitely...more
An interesting reminder of the Sassanian architecture, Nain Friday Mosque is one of the first mosques built in Iran. This is much before the original Islamic architecture found its root in the Muslim world. While traveling in Iran, you will be met by many intricately decorated mosques, but the structure of this building and the material used in this building is very different from the rest. Later additions were made by the Iranian architects who used the same kind of brick work and plaster work to adorn the interior of the mosque. Simple Structuring Nain Friday Mosque was built prior to the Seljuk era and it includes very simple architecture. Though there have been several restoration work done through the years, yet the original easy design is quite noticeable to the eye. There is a huge courtyard in the mosque which you can reach by walking through the arcades. The different layers of work during the original Sassanian period and the later Seljuk era are evident in the varying styles of work. There are angled piers which are totally made in the initial times but the courtyard facade itself looks like reconstruction work. Different Styles Glimpses of the mosque...more
Have you visited Weston Super Mare yet?Weston Super Mare is ideally located as a centre for venturing out and exploring the West Country. It's conveniently situated just 17 miles from Bristol and is an ideal location for a day out or a short break for the whole family. We are not hard to find or get to as we are just 2 miles of the M5...more
Kerman Friday Mosque is a prominent example of the Muzaffarid architecture, which was built by Amir Mobarezeddin-e-Mozaffari-e-Meybodi-Yazdi in 1350. Just after the death of Abu Sa'id of the IlKhanid dynasty in 1335, the Muzaffarids came to power and reigned over the country till 1393. Among the many works of art made by them, which...more
There are many monuments to see and architecture to be awed by you when you visit Kerman. Among the places which deserve special mention is the city of Rayen. Situated to the south-west of the city is a huge earthen structure which is only smaller than the Bam citadel. Known as the Rayen citadel, it finds its origin in the Sassanid era and is spread out over an astounding 20,000 sq.m area. The citadel has come into prominence in recent times after the destruction of the Bam citadel in an earthquake a few years ago. It is a fortress which consists of buildings belonging to the public and also to the privileged groups during the ancient times. Interesting Construction Your tour to Rayen will take you to the glorious castle with the Rayen citadel being the most interesting part of it. Sun-dried bricks or adobe has been used in the construction of the citadel. The castle itself is square shaped with 4 towers situated in each corner of the square. It is secured by walls on all sides which extend up to 10 meters in height. You can enter the huge structure in the eastern side. A huge door welcomes you inside and you get to witness the old-world charms of the Rayen citadel...more
Some say it is magnetizing, some say it is wonderful, some say it is fascinating, some say it is gorgeous, some say it is haven on earth, some say it is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations and some say it is the evergreen...more
The unique village of Kandovan is located in the Azerbaijan province of Iran and is a marvelous depiction of cave-houses. You can travel to this quaint village when you visit Tabriz as it is situated just 60 km from it. If you drive...more
There is little doubt that when it comes to trips away with your family, Isle of Wight caravan breaks are among the most exciting, varied and comfortable holidays you will find. With its vast array of attractions and some of the most...more
When you visit Pasargadae as a part of an Iran travel package, you will learn about the importance of this place in Iranian history. The Achaemenid dynasty was well known for its valiant rulers and Pasargadae was the proud capital of...more
Everything is ready for ICSE Europe 2010: Bormioli Rocco's Plastics Division will be taking part in the international exhibition dedicated to the pharmaceutical sector, to be held in Paris from the 5th to the 7th of October.On the...more
Teeth Whitening in the UK – USE CREST WHITESTRIPSTo start with, there are several options to consider when deciding to have your teeth whitened, which can be any number of things that are either a lot of money or a lot of work and...more