10 Places To Visit Before You Die
Posted on 09. Jun, 2009 in Featured, Misc
1. Sri Lanka
“Sri Lanka could be described as one of the most beautiful islands around the world. There is strong evidence that human civilization has existed in this tiny island nation for over 2000 years now. Those who love examining ancient worlds, the serenity of nature and going through the excitement of life will always want to be part of Sri Lanka holidays… ”

Dambulla Cave Temple





Lying Buddha Statue
2. Kyoto, Japan
“Among posters, calendars or pamphlets printed by Japanese travel agencies, Kyoto gardens became truly “The cover face” of Japan…Anyway, you visit these gardens, you can find your own “relaxing place” in Kyoto, but enjoying evening garden relax in the middle of Kyoto is one of the most beautiful experience you can get in this city…”

Golden Pavilion Temple

Autumn in Kyoto

Stunning Collection of Japan Photos



Geishas
3. Las Vegas, US
Viva Las Vegas…






4. Venice, Italy
“This was Venice, the flattering and suspect beauty - this city, half fairy tale and half tourist trap, in whose insalubrious air the arts once rankly and voluptuously blossomed, where composers have been inspired to lulling tones of somniferous eroticism.”





5. Paris, France
“If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast.”
~ Ernest Hemingway





The Louvre

Arch of Triumph
6. India

Taj Mahal, New Seven Wonders of the World

Rockfort Ucchi Pillayar Temple

Agra Fort

Goa Beach



Gadi Sagar Temple
7. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
“Carnival was incredible, albeit intense, 5 days of partying with a little sleep thrown in. After Carnival it was time to see some sights… First thing was to experience the world famous Ipanema and Copcabana beaches. Rio is such a unique city, it has beautiful beaches, a huge metropolitan area, and rugged terrain.”
~ Derek, Travel News

Christ the Redeemer, New Seven Wonders of the World





Carnival in Rio de Janeiro

Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
8. Hawaii
“Hawaii is a Paradise - and I can never cease proclaiming it; but I must append one word of qualification: Hawaii is a Paradise for the well-to-do.”
~ Jack London






9. Cairo, Egypt
“Egypt is a land of contrasts, surprises and wonderment and it’s really hard to convey the experience…”
~ Kirsty Grant Blog




The Pyramids of Giza

The Great Sphinx of Giza

10. Lhasa, Tibet
“There is an old Tibetan saying: wherever you feel at home, you are at home. If your surroundings are pleasant, you are at home.”
~ Tenzin Gyatso, The 14th Dalai Lama







2 Comments
EMH
09. Jun, 2009
No NYC??? This list also FAILS for Las Vegas. That place stinks - at least compared to the others listed.
hmm
30. Jul, 2009
My behind looks cool in HDR.
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