2911. Manila Casino PAGCOR - An Asian Gambling Hub
February 16, 2012
PAGCOR is the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation. Founded in 1977, the corporation is owned by the Philippine government. The entity was created to bring world class entertainment and gaming to the Philippines. The gaming corporation is based in Manila and operates fourteen casinos in th...
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2912. The Symbol of 19th Century Bahrain Grandeur - The Riffa Fort
February 16, 2012
Of the many historic sites of Bahrain, one of the grandest and most elegant sites is the Riffa Fort. This fort, representing the pinnacle of the power and grandeur of Bahrain in the 19th century is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the state. Constructed in the 17th century a...
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2913. Putrajaya - the administrative hub of Malaysia
February 16, 2012
For any traveller to Malaysia, at least a short visit to Putrajaya is a must. An idea of the former Malaysian Premier, Mahatir Mohammed, it is a planned city that is situated approximately 25km in the south of Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. It is also the administrative district of the co...
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2914. Travel back in time at Nayong Pilipino Park
February 16, 2012
Nayong Pilipino Park situated in Pampanga district can be called a place that brings together the whole of the country to one spot. Thus a visitor to this theme park cum amusement park can get a good understanding of the culture and heritage of the nation while also travelling through the various...
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2915. Uncover Britain's Signature Fortress at the Tower of London
February 16, 2012
Occupying pride of place on the northern banks of the River Thames lies Britain’s most iconic tower, the Tower of London or Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress. Intrinsically linked with some of the most scandalous events of British history this ancient castle is located in central London whe...
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2916. Get close to nature at Udawalawe National Park
February 16, 2012
Udawalawe National Park is considered to be the third most visited national park in Sri Lanka and it is located between the Uva and Sabaragamuwa Districts of the country and thus can be found more towards the Southern part of the island. It is a popular tourist destination and is visited not only...
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2917. Walk To The Edge Of The World at World's End Nuwara Eliya
February 16, 2012
Ever wanted to walk to the edge of the world to see what it is like? Well, any visitor to Sri Lanka can definitely do that, at a breathtaking natural site known as World’s End. What awaits is a sight that gives one the feeling of peering over the end of the world with mist covering everything bey...
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2918. Temple of Dawn of ravishing sunrises and sunsets
February 16, 2012
Inspired by the Goddess of Dawn and depicting the mountain ‘Meru’ which is the centre of the universe according to Buddhist theory, the Temple of Dawn is truly a mesmerizing site both at sunrise and even sunsets. With an 80 metre high khemer style pagoda covered with glistening porcelains of intr...
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2919. Mui Ne Beach - Vietnam's Most Popular Beach
February 15, 2012
Filled with dramatic landscapes and bright colours, Vietnam is a country with a great historical heritage. While life in the villages and other rural areas remain slow and unchanged, the pace of life in the cities is breakneck and exhilarating. The streets, from the biggest roads to the smallest ...
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2920. The historic Wat Phra Si Sanphet
February 15, 2012
Wat Phra Si Sanphet is a historic site in Ayutthaya, Thailand. It is believed to have been constructed in as in the year 1448 as the king's own private chapel. It is also said that the palace grounds were donated by King Borommatrailokanat as a setting to build a royal monastery and the royal pal...
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