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Rhinoceroses — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:35:59 +0000

Find Best Deals On Accommodation In Most Livable City Of Cincinnati

Rhinoceroses — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:45:59 +0000

Cincinnati is one of the most beautiful and exciting cities of Ohio, United States.This city is known for its most attractive panoramic views along with Deco buildings, riverfront locations and marvelous sightseeing opportunities.It serves as the county seat of Hamilton County and the city of Ohio.It is the third largest city with population of about 333,336.It is also called as ‘Cincy’ and is situated along the river Ohio.

It is the first American boomtown situated right in the middle of the nation.It was founded in the year 1788 and John Cleves Symmes and Colonel Robert Patterson were the people behind it and named it as ‘Losantiville’.But in 1790, the name of the town changed to ‘Cincinnati’ by the then governor of the territory in honor of the Society of the Cincinnati.In 1802, it emerged as a village and David Ziegler became the first mayor of the city.In 1819, the city of Cincinnati was incorporated.During the beginning of nineteenth century, it experienced a rapid expansion and people of the city started referring it as ‘Queen City’.

Cincinnati is full packed with a varied range of attractions which include zoos, botanical gardens and museums.Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is one of the oldest and the most popular zoos of United States.It was started in 1875 and is home to some of the most endangering species.It is one of the most vibrant, busy, bright and full of fun.It is one of the top five zoos of United States.This zoo has grabbed the title of ‘world’s sexiest zoo’ as it is place where the fifty percent of black rhinoceroses and lowland gorillas along with white Bengal tigers were born.

Another must visit attractions of the city is the Newport Aquarium which is situated on the banks of Ohio River.This interesting and marvelous aquarium includes a glass tunnel and is home to more than 11,000 marine creatures.The highlight of the aquarium is that it is designed and manufactured in Colorado and the quality of the glass is such that it gives clear and unobstructed views of the aquarium.It is one of the best places where you can visit with your family and certainly you would never afford to miss this grand attraction.

Cincinnati offers some of the best accommodation options in form of business, luxury or budget hotels.Finding hotel at the city according to preference and budget is not a tough job.It offers a range of hotels according to your choice and preference.The hotels such as Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, Hyatt Regency and many more are meant to provide luxurious stay and exceptional services.If you want to stay in the center of all the happenings, it has some of the most exciting hotels which will keep you in the center of entertainment and excitement all the time.The most popular hotels such as Blue Ash, Marriot Cincinnati, Hilton Cincinnati and many more which are very popular with travelers.It also offers a range of hotels situated around the river giving great views and are situated near most of the well known attractions.

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Indonesia in Extreme Style

Rhinoceroses — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:20:59 +0000

For most travelers Republic of Indonesia is mainly associated with Bali island. However, the country has a lot to offer for those who are eager to take a rest far from trendy resorts and beach exotics. Those who love everything out of ordinary can choose an extreme tour.

Travel managers say that the number of tourists who choose adventurous trips is getting bigger and bigger. Indonesia is probably one of the best places to spend your time this way. The country includes: Greater Sunda Islands (Kalimantan, Sumatra, Sulawesi, Java and Madura), Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku islands and the western part of the New Guinea island, formerly known as Irian Jaya. This is the real expanse for extreme travelers.

The most typical pastime is a trip to Java and Bali islands. This is in fact not an extreme tour, and it suits simple tourists who love active rest. Having arrived at Jakarta, travelers change their means of transport to Jeeps and ride along the Java island, admiring volcanoes, national parks, active geysers and wild animals. I trip like this usually includes a tour around huge internationally renowned temples, like Buddhist Borobudur and Hindu Prambanan. In Borobudur you can observe 1500 VIII-X century bas-reliefs and sculptures whereas Prambanan offers stunningly graceful and realistic sculptures that portray gods. After a week of walks along rural roads tourists find themselves on Bali. At day, the best pastime is sunbathing and swimming whereas at night you can spent your time clubbing and partying. Such 15-day tour costs no less than $1500.

Those who value real adventures are offered other kinds of trips. For instance, you can pay $2,5-5 thousand and spent your time on Irian Jaya island living among cannibals (better not to spend too much time here) — an ancient nationality which managed to preserve its world-known traditions. Tourists live in real Papuan villages, raft along tropical rivers, participate in magical rituals and wild hunting using primitive tools. You will also get your doze of adrenalin when participating in tours called “Visiting head hunters”. This is a trip to Kalimantan island, during which you will travel on Jeeps, boats and by foot along the primeval jungles surrounded with rhinoceroses, giant butterflies, orang-utans and bears. Travelers spend two weeks on getting acquainted with customs and tempers of local wild tribes, familiarizing themselves with a fabulous sultan’s palace in Tenggarong, dancing at Tanamur — the country’s most famous disco and doing shopping at local floating market.

Another kind of extreme tour is a trip to Sumatra island, where you can enjoy Krakatoa volcano, which erupted in 1883 — this was one of the largest cataclysms in history of human being. Travelers will also float along the Palembong canals — the Venice of the South-Eastern Asia, visit Bukittinggi, the capital of Minangkabau ethnic group. Some scientists say that it is in this city that descendants of Macedonian warriors and Amazons live. The journey is accomplished with a tour around the jungles.

Originally published here.

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Rhinoceroses — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:25:59 +0000

Picture taken by Tony Tanoury on 2005-11-03 13:47:48.

Wildebeast VS 4 Rhinoceroses

Rhinoceroses — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:25:59 +0000

An epic battle of nature. Will the lone Wildebeast prevail against a group of four rhinoceroses?

National Parks In India

Rhinoceroses — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 07:40:59 +0000

The diverse land of India is also famous for its rich wild life. Almost all parts of India possesses the richness of wild life. The national parks in India spread across the country display a captivating diversity of terrain, flora, fauna, avifauna, aquafauna. Where one can experience different wild forms in their natural surroundings on an elephant or inside a jeep. The adventures in these parks are simply amazing. There are almost 97 national parks in India which are famous for its wild life population. To preserver the rich variety of Indian wildlife, the government has established these parks and wildlife sanctuaries in almost all the parts of India. The national parks are reserve land usually owned and declared by national Government. These parks are protected from human development and pollution and are declared as protected areas. They provide natural habitat to several flora and fauna on the other hand these national parks provide abundant scope for the overall development of the adventure tourism.

The amazing fact is that Indian national parks are located at various geographical locations and have different climate. Even these different parks have different natural vegetation and different wild lives.There are national parks in the hilly areas, desert areas, plain lands and in mangrove regions. The several endangered animals in our national parks are Langur, Monkeys, Asiatic Lion, Asian Elephants, Tiger, One-Horned Rhinoceroses, Wild Buffalo, etc

National parks in India can be classified according to the region they are located like the Eastern region , Northern region, the Western region, the Central region and the Southern region national parks. The treasure of Indian wildness include the national parks like Dachigam near Srinagar, Corbett National Park in Uttar Pradesh, famous tiger reserve, Ranthambore in Rajasthan, Sundarbans in West Bengal and “The Land of Rhino” Assam is Kaziranga.

The northern part includes jewel parks like Corbett, Ranthambore, Keoladeo Ghana, Rajaji and the Valley of Flowers National Park. The western India attracts nature lovers with the parks like Desert National Park, Marine, Blackbuck (Velavadar) , Gir etc.

Sundarban, Kajiranga, Keibul Lamjao and Manas National Park are some remarkable national park of East India. The central India boasts of having national parks like Bhandavgarh, Kanha and Panna. The Southern part of India is also home to a reputed national parks like Ranganathittu, Nagarhole , Bandipur Tiger Reserve, Silent Valley, Eravikulam etc.

All these national parks are unique in their own way. Wild life lovers around the globe find India a must visit place to witness the several wild animals, mammals and birds.

Originally published here.

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Rhinoceroses — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 07:30:59 +0000

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The Rhinoceros, 1515

Rhinoceroses — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:20:59 +0000

Picture taken by Maulleigh on 2009-04-15 11:55:41.

A Male Wilderbeast VS 4 Rhinoceroses

Rhinoceroses — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:20:59 +0000

A Male Wilderbeast VS 4 Rhinoceroses

World Heritage Sites in India

Rhinoceroses — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:15:59 +0000

World Heritage Sites in India

With the aim to restore and properly maintain the heritage (old) structures, properties of natural importance etc., UNESCO has designated a number of sites across the world as Heritage sites. An ancient land, India has a 5,000 years old history and has been ruled by various dynasties and rulers. Over the centuries the rulers had erected a number of interesting structures across the country. Today those rulers are no more, but the old structures provide a glimpse of the bygone era. For proper maintenance and promoting the sites, UNESCO has designated a number of sites as World Heritage Site. Besides, the places of cultural importance, UNESCO has listed a number of natural properties in heritage list. India has 27 World heritage sites which draw tourists from across the world.

Agra Fort (Agra, Uttar Pradesh – 1983) – Built by the Mughal emperor Akbar in the 16th century, the massive fort is located close to world famous Taj Mahal. Also known as the Red Fort of Agra, the fort houses a number of magnificent structures within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls. Some of the important structures inside the fort are Jahangir Palace, Khas Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas and two very beautiful mosques.

Ajanta Caves (Aurangabad, Maharashtra – 1983) – Ajanta Caves, the first Buddhist cave monuments date from the 2nd and 1 st centuries B.C. However, with the time during the Gupta period ((5th and 6th centuries A.D.) and ahead many more richly decorated caves were added. The sculptures and painting at Ajanta are considered masterpieces of Buddhist religious art.

Ellora Caves (Aurangabad, Maharashtra – 1983) — Situated close to Ajanta caves, the Ellora complex is home to 34 monasteries and temples dedicated to Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. With its series of monuments dating from 600 A.D to 1,000 A.D, Ellora Caves bring the civilization of ancient India to life. Ellora houses

Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi (Madhya Pradesh — 1989) — The monasteries at situated 40 kms from Bhopal on a hill overlooking the plain. The site comprises of a group of Buddhist monuments (monolithic pillars, palaces, temples and monasteries) dating back to the 2nd and 1st centuries B.C. Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi is the oldest Buddhist site in existence and it was a major Buddhist centre in India until the 12th century A.D.

Champaner — Pavagadh Archaeological Park (Panchmahal, Gujarat – 2004) — The site is dotted with unexcavated archaeological, historic and living cultural heritage properties including prehistoric (chalcolithic) sites, a hill fortress of an early Hindu capital, and remains of the 16th-century capital of the state of Gujarat. The site also houses fortifications, palaces, religious buildings, residential precincts, agricultural structures and water installations, from the 8th to 14th centuries.

Churches and Convents of Goa (Old Goa – 1986) — Once the capital of the Portuguese, Old Goa is home to a number of churches and convents. The heritage sites include the Church of Bom Jesus, which contains the tomb of St Francis-Xavier — illustrate the evangelization of Asia.

Elehanta Caves (Kolaba, Maharashtra — 1987) — Set on an island close to Mumbai, the Elephant caves a fine collection of rock art linked to the cult of Shiva. At Elephanta caves the Indian art has found one of its most perfect expressions, which can be seen on the huge high reliefs in the main cave.

Fatehpur Sikri (Agra, Uttar Pradesh — 1986) — Fatehpur Sikri meaning the City of Victory was build during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar. The town was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. The deserted town houses complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, including the Jama Masjid.

Great Living Chola Temples (South India, 1987) — Built by the great Chola rulers, the temples stretch all of South India and the neighbouring islands. The site includes three massive 11th- and 12th-century Temples including the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, the Brihadisvara Temple at Gangaikondacholisvaram and the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram.

Group of Monuments at Hampi (Bellary, Karnataka — 1986) – Hampi was the last capital of the last Hindu Kingdom of Vijayanagar. Its princes built Dravidian temples and palaces which attracted travellers between the 14th and 16th centuries and still draw people from far and near.

Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram (Chingleput, Tamil Nadu – 1984) — Founded by the Pallava Kings, the monuments in the 7th and 8th centuries, this site is known especially for its rathas (chariots), mandapas (cave sanctuaries), giant open-air reliefs and the temple of Rivage, with thousands of sculptures to the glory of Shiva.

Group of Monuments at Pattadakal (Bijapur, Karnataka – 1987) — Ruler by the Chalukyas in the 7th and 8th centuries, the monuments are known for architectural forms from northern and southern India. Here one can see an impressive series of nine Hindu temples, as well as a Jain sanctuary.

Humayun’s Tomb Delhi (1993) – Built in 1570, the tomb is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. In fact, the tomb later inspired several major architectural innovations, including the construction of the Taj Mahal.

Khajuraho group of monuments (Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh – 1986) — Constructed by Chandella rulers between 950 and 1050 A.D, the temples are known for their erotic sculptures. Originally there were around 86 temples, but now only 20 temples categorized into three distinct groups and belong to Hindus and Jains.

Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodhgaya (Bihar — 2002) — One of the four holy sites related to the Lord Buddha, the Mahabodhi temple complex houses temples and the tree where Buddha supposed to took enlightenment. Mahabodhi Temple Complex draws Buddhists from across the globe.

Mountain Railways of India (West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, 1999) — The heritage site includes the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in West Bengal state and Nigiri Mountain Railway in Tamil Nadu State. Built by the British, the railway passes through winding treks in mountains. Mountain railway was highly significant in facilitating population movement in the British colonial era and still today serve as a convenient mode of transport to hill stations.

Qutub Minar and its monuments (Delhi — 1993) – Built in the early 13th century, the Qutub Minar is 72.5 m high, tapering from 2.75 m in diameter at its peak to 14.32 m at its base. The tower is surrounded by structures of archaeological importance such as funerary buildings, notably the magnificent Alai-Darwaza Gate, the masterpiece of Indo-Muslim art (built in 1311), and two mosques, including the Quwwatu’l-Islam, built of materials reused from some 20 Brahman temples.

Red Fort Complex (Delhi — 2007) — Situated in the heart of Old Delhi, the Red Fort Complex was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, as the palace fort of Shahjahanabad. Named for its massive red sandstone enclosing walls, the fort is home to a number of magnificent structures including Diwan — I — Khas and Diwan — I — Aam.

Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka (Madhya Pradesh — 1993) — Set in the foothills of the Vindhyan Mountains, the Rock Shelters are five clusters of natural rock shelters, displaying paintings that appear to date from the Mesolithic Period right through to the historical period. The cultural traditions of the inhabitants of the 21 villages adjacent to the site bear a strong resemblance to those represented in the rock paintings.

Sun Temple, Konark (Puri, Orissa, 1984) – Located on the shores of the Bay of Bengal, the Sun temple is a monumental representation of the sun god Surya’s chariot. Built in the 13th century, the sun temple is one of India’s most famous Brahman sanctuaries. Its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic designs and it is led by a team of six horses.

Taj Mahal (Agra, Uttar Pradesh, 1983) — One of the seven wonders of the world, Taj Mahal is a picturesque mausoleum of white marble. Built in between 1631 and 1648 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India.

Kaziranga National Park (Assam, 1985) — Situated in the heart of Assam, this park is one of the last areas in eastern India undisturbed by a human presence. Kaziranga is known for the world’s largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses, as well as many mammals, including tigers, elephants, panthers and bears, and thousands of birds.

Keoladeo Ghana National Park (Bharatpur, Rajasthan, 1985) — Once the duck-hunting reserve of the Rajput Maharajas, Keoladeo Ghana National Park is one of the major wintering areas for large numbers of aquatic birds. Here you can see some 364 species of birds, including the rare Siberian crane. The national park is also known as Bharatpur National Park.

Manas Wildlife Sanctuary (Assam, 1985) — One of the important wildlife parks of India, Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is known for the good population of one-horned rhinoceros. Manas sanctuary is also home to a great variety of wildlife, including many endangered species, such as the tiger, pygmy hog and Indian elephant.

Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks (Uttarakhand, 1988) – Nestled high in West Himalaya, in the state of Uttarkhand, Valley of Flowers National Park is noted for its meadows of endemic alpine flowers and outstanding natural beauty. This park is also home to rare and endangered animals, including the Asiatic black bear, snow leopard, brown bear and blue sheep. Set amidst rugged mountain Nanda Devi National Park also provides shelter to a variety of floral and faunal species. Both these national parj together encompass a unique transition zone between the mountain ranges of the Zanskar and Great Himalaya.

Sunderbans National Park (West Bengal, 1987) – World’s largest delta, the Sundarbans covers 10,000 kms of land and water (more than half of it in India, the rest in Bangladesh). Sunderbans is renowned for housing world’s largest area of mangrove forests. Here you can spot a number of rare or endangered species including tigers, aquatic mammals, birds and reptiles.

Originally published here.

Myself, a Delhi based writer, use to write on various topics. Whenever I got leisure time I use to some new destinations in India. Usually I express my personal experiences through words, that I will share with you all here. For more information about India and its tourist destination you can visit the site ITOPC