Friday, June 14, 2019

The Mausoleum of Emperor Humayun in Delhi

By Seif Kamel
   Exploring a city like Delhi, with a long rich history and a large array of
monuments, tourists who visit India should carefully design their trips
according to the places they wish to visit.
   However, there are some major highlights all tourists are recommended
to visit. A good example is the Mausoleum of Emperor Humayun.
Constructed around the end of the 16 th century, the mausoleum is a
wonderful masterpiece of architectural art.
   The complex is famous for being the first garden tomb to be established
in India and the first with the extensive usage of red stones in
construction. Perhaps this was among the reasons why the Mausoleum
of Emperor Humayun was included in the list of the UNESCO World
Heritage Sties.

India link: https://www.righttravel.info/country/india-35.html

Thursday, June 13, 2019

The Temple of Universal Happiness in China

By Seif Kamel
   Located at the Shuangqiao District on the East Shore of the Wulie River,
the Temple of Universal Happiness was erected around the end of the
18 th century when the Mongolian Buddhism began spreading around the
country.
   Constructed with layout and design that is partly similar to that of the
popular Temple of Heaven in Beijing, the Temple is now one of the
famous historical monuments visited by tourists who travel to China.
The Pavilion of the Brilliance of the Rising Sun, the main section of the
temple is distinctive for its wooden works and Mongolian motifs and
decorations. Other interesting elements of the temple include the walls
with the pagodas with its various statues.

China Link: https://www.righttravel.info/country/china-17.html

Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Atik Valide Mosque in Istanbul

By Seif Kamel

Istanbul is one of the most charming touristic destinations in Turkey.
There are numerous monuments and historical sites to explored in
Istanbul. Perhaps, the Ottoman mosques are among the most spread in
the city.

Some mosques like the Blue Mosque of Sultan Ahmed are largely
visited by tourists who travel to Turkey. However, there are numerous
other mosques that are always worth a visit. The Atik Valide Mosque is
among the impressive examples.

Situated on top of a hill, the Atik Valide Mosque was established in
1583 and it was dedicated to the Mother of Sultan Murad III. Designed
by the famous architect, Sinan Pasha, the mosque is popular for its
marvelous domes and semi domes.

Other elements that grab the attention of travelers who spend their
vacations in Turkey and explore the mosque include colorful tiles,
marbles, and the charm decoration of the Minbar of the mosque.

Turkey Link: https://www.righttravel.info/country/turkey-11.html

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

The Jewish Quarter Fes in Morocco

By Seif Kamel

The Jewish Quarter of Fes is in fact the first to be established in
Morocco. It was first founded in the old section of Fes, or Fes Al Bally,
during the 15 th century. Over centuries, the kings and rulers of Morocco
promised to provide protection to the Jews living in the country.

The quarter, like many other similar examples in Morocco, is divided
according to the crafts carried out by the people. There is also a
historical synagogue that grab the attention of many tourists who spend
their vacations in Morocco.

The Jewish Quarter is popularly named Al Mallah, or the salt springs.
This is because there was an ancient source of salt in the area. There are
many interesting places to explore around the quarter including
distinctively constructed Jewish houses and other establishments.

Morocco link: https://www.righttravel.info/country/morocco-21.html

Monday, June 10, 2019

The Coptic Museum in Cairo

By Seif Kamel

Established in 1947, the Coptic Museum in Cairo displays a huge
collection of various Coptic items and arts. Almost all the exhibitions
date to the early Coptic era in Egypt with some distinctive Pharaonic
exhibits. Many tourists who travel to Egypt love to explore the museums
of Cairo.

The building that hosts the Coptic Museum is a masterpiece of
architectural arts itself. It is famous for its wonderful Mashrabeya,
carved wood, and richly decorated ceilings. Many guests who visit the
museum admire the marvelous building with its several details and
ornaments.

Among the most interesting sections in the Coptic Museum, there is the
collection of stone capitals and columns gathered from various old
churches and monasteries all over Egypt.

There are also several wooden displays, cloth, glass, copper,
manuscripts, icons, Coptic paintings, and rare versions of the holy bible.
Many travel packages to Egypt include a visit to the museum and the
Area of Coptic Cairo where many historical churches and chapels are
located.

Egypt link: https://www.righttravel.info/country/egypt-1.html

Saturday, June 1, 2019

The Bridge of Marco Polo in Beijing

By Seif Kamel

Beijing is perhaps the largest city in the whole world in terms of
population. There are many various places that are worth visiting by
tourists who travel to China.

Among the places that are popular in Beijing, there is the Bridge of
Marco Polo, one of the oldest bridges in the world. It was constructed in
1192 during the ruling period of the Qing Dynasty. Today, it welcomes
many tourists who visit China.

Consisting of 11 stone arches, the Marco Polo Bridge was the main royal
passageway between ancient Beijing and the area around central China.
With the famous 450 stone made lions, the bridge is among the most
distinctive structures in the world.

China link: https://www.righttravel.info/country/china-17.html

Friday, May 31, 2019

The House of Wonders in Zanzibar

By Seif Kamel

Zanzibar is one of the most remarkable islands in the whole
world. Famous for its marvelous beaches that grab the attention
of numerous tourists to spend their holidays in Tanzania,
Zanzibar also hots some wonderful historical buildings.
The House of Wonders, situated in the oldest section of
Zanzibar, the Stone Town, is one of the distinctive places to
explore in the island. The building was established around the
end of the 19 th century, in 1883.

The National Museum of Zanzibar illustrates the history and
heritage of Zanzibar throughout time. There are also many
displays from the Swahili tribes and many civilizations that
flourished in the island and the Indian ocean. The large doors of
the museum are said to be biggest in the whole region of Eastern
Africa.

Tanzania Link: https://www.righttravel.info/country/tanzania-34.html