2010 Cyprus Vacations (afrika safari) - Limassol
No commentsBy Roberto Garabell
Considering a holiday in Cyprus for next year? You might not have heard of Limassol, but this popular town is certainly worth considering for a holiday in 2010 - her beaches and culture enchant thousands of tourists every year.
Limassol is the second largest populated city in Cyprus, and the largest in geographical size. Its population of 176,000 is, by many city standards, barely a blip on the radar. But its relatively small population is perhaps its most alluring attribute. It is large enough to be considered an urban destination, but small and close-knit enough to provide a warm welcome to visitors.
Limassol has a great deal to offer the holidaymaker. It is most widely known as a port city. It is, in fact, the biggest port in the Mediterranean trade route. A world class marina is currently in progress, in keeping with Limassol’s close ties to the sea, travel and trade. It is hoped that the new marina will attract boating enthusiasts from around Europe. It will be a centre not just for sailing and yachting, but for playing, eating and vacationing as well.
Tourists who don’t necessarily appreciate the city’s marine history will certainly find other things to do. Limassol is also known for its colourful festivals. The annual Limassol Festival is a ten day affair dating back to ancient paganism. The modern version has lost some of its pagan religious connotations and has become more of a celebration of culture. The event is characterised by colourful costumes, masks and parades. It might be compared to the Mardi Gras festival of New Orleans.
Limassol’s other famous festival is the annual Wine Festival. Some of its origins have faded with time, becoming largely a mix of history and lore. Some Cyprus historians regard it as a modern version of lively celebrations of worship for the ancient god of wine, Dionysus. The Wine Festival also pays a nod to Aphrodite, the well known and regarded goddess of love. The Wine Festival of the 21st century embraces appreciation for fine Mediterranean wine. It’s also a chance to enjoy merrymaking just for the fun of it.
Visitors to Limassol who prefer sightseeing to revelry can enjoy any number of historical and cultural sites. The city’s coastal front is a sight to behold, with tree-lined walkways for a stroll along the ocean. It’s dotted with shops and a mix of modern and ancient architectured buildings.
The medieval castle of Limassol dates back to 1000 A.D. It was built during the Byzantine era. The castle now houses a museum full of artefacts. Knowledgeable docents give tourists a full picture of the castle’s history and its contribution to ancient society.
Limassol is also home to the Cyprus University of Technology. CUT is a relative newcomer to the city. It was established in 2004, but accepted its first group of students just in the 2007-2008 school year. Its primary focus is trades and technology. Its founders envisioned an institution that would complement the University of Cyprus, located in the capital city of Nicosia.
The new university was a much anticipated addition to Limassol. Students have been warmly welcomed by locals. It draws pupils from all over the Mediterranean and even international locations.
Limassol boasts accommodation from four and five star hotels to economy bungalows. Tourists don’t necessarily have to break the bank account to enjoy all that Cyprus’ prominent port city has to offer, and it’s worth having a look on-line to see what you think of Limassol as a possible holiday destination for next year.
For Cyprus Airport information along with flights to Cyprus visit http://www.yourcyprus.info
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India Shopping in South India Tour
By Daniel Christopher
A chance to serve your temporal and spiritual needs; a chance to shop for everything you needfrom the needle to the gizmoat dirt cheap rates at that.
All the while enjoy some exciting sights and relax in peace. A dream? No longer. Great India Holidays have devised a 5-day Tirupathi tour of South India which would accrue to you all the above said benefits for no extra cost.
The tour it tailored will take you principally to Chennai, Tirupati, Kanchipuram,- Mahabalipuram, and Pondicherry. It affords you a quick tour to the heart of south India and allows you to buy everything you need, be it a trinket, be it a priceless gem.
The tour begins at Chennai with arrangements to see the Citys heritage and landmark spots Chennai Museum, Art Gallery, Valluvar Kottam, Gandhi Mandapam, Children’s Park, Kapaleshwar Temple, Marina Breach, and Anna Square etc. But the pride of place is reserved for the famous shopping avenue: T Nagarand Pondi bazaar that boast of making available all necessities, luxuries and more at very reasonable rates.
Theres a saying that if you cant find a thing in Pondy, give up the search for you are unlikely to find it elsewhere. Pondy is especially famous as one-stop for all sorts of clothes in Chennai. But, better leave sari because you are on the way to Kanchipuram where the famous Kanchi silk saris are made.
Temples, churches and famous Marina beach (that the tsunami visited) and quintessential south Indian food that you would indulge or precede your Chennai day would leave you in a glow. You get to see all the landmarks like Anna salai Marina beach Gandhi Memorial, KalaKshetra, Mylapore temple and kapaleshwaran temple
Next is Kanchipuram, the ancient city of 1000 temples which still has 124 left. But more than temple the exquisite Kanchipuram sari is what catapulted this temple town on to the world map. The sari is so marvelous and available in such a wide range to accommodate every segment that people come to this town just to pick up a few pieces that would bring the smile of gratitude to your friends or near and dear ones.
Your date with Pondicherry is next in line. This colony of Portuguese is most famous for the beauty of its shores and the Aurobindo ashram promotes the unique spiritual and physical wellbeing through the amazing synthesis of Yoga and modern science. Many ailments which are not amenable to medical science are being treated.
A visit to Auroville - a unique experiment in international living and in creating a new environment where men and women of all nationalities live together in harmonyis next. This would prove a revelation to you for sure.
Chidambaram, Trichy, Rameshwaram will infuse in you the spiritual wellbeing you sought out. All of them are known for the ancient temples and the architecture that makes us wonder at the craftsmanship of those artists. After the shoppings and temple visits you are ready for a little relaxation, arent you? Your trip to Trivandrum will take care of that. The beautiful nature-fortified beaches of kovalam and many other sites of the city of seven-hills will leave you in a calm spirits and whatever urge for you to get more sea breeze and natures wonder would be fulfilled at the next stopKanyakumarithe southern most top of this great continent.
Great India Holidays offering a variety of tour packages holidays in india to different parts of India with all kinds of travel related services India tour operator for corporate world and tourists coming from all over world.
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