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Washington DC is a cultural mecca for those who love art, architecture, history and a classy environment. Being the capital of our great country this place has a lot to offer so it is important to properly organize your schedule before visiting such an inviting place.

To quickly mention just a few of the places which are “a must see” we will quote the following:

The Lincoln Memorial which is located at the west end of the National Mall (also a must see), this great landmark offers several view points of the city and it is highly regarded due to its profound historic value.

The Vietnam veterans memorial which is also an important landmark which is meant to engrave in our memories the 58 thousand Americans which died or went missing during the tragic events of the Vietnam war.

Washington’s National Cathedral which is open to worshipers of all denominations is the sixth largest cathedral in the world and due to its unique gothic architecture is quite an attraction which also offers great views of the surroundings.  Read more...

Traveling to India is by itself an adventure and nothing prepares the first time traveler for the amazing range of languages, cultures, religions, and experiences–the ones you look for and the ones that find you! If you who want to step away from the usual tourist haunts and check out adventure tourism options available in India, here are some suggestions.

White Water Rafting – in India

The Garhwal and Kumaon hills situated at the foothills of the Himalayas provide some of the best white water rafting in India. These rapids are fed by the melting ice and snow through a network of mountain rivers from the Himalayas that tower above this region. Because of this, the best times to try these silvery rushing waters is during September-November and March-May. The waters here are graded and classified to cater to the both amateurs and professionals.

There are sandy beaches here at regular intervals and the slopes of the mountains are covered with oak, pine, spruce and fir trees. Some rafters would be lucky enough to spot some spotted deer, monkeys and even the occasional leopard.

For the spiritually inclined, you can also find many Ashrams (spiritual retreats) near the rivers.  Read more...