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Singapore is an island in the Pacific, the city-state of the world’s largest, 710 square kilometers. This city, which has many features in common with the neighboring state of Malaysia, is a charming Asian country. The island is now a big city, traditional in the suburbs, urban and modern interior.

Singapore known for its culture and urban Malay have come together in this city during the past ten years. Chinese cultures, Arabic, Indian and Malay have been mixed in this one place, making the city a true multicultural and metropolitan core. Here you can view a statue of British generals during colonization, traditional pagodas of various religions, including Hindu and Buddhist and Christian basilicas, museums with exhibitions of all cultural trends in Singapore and thousands of unique aspects of this island city state. In addition, this city still has the features of settlers, and over one hundred years belonged to the British Empire. As an example, one can visit the white statue of Thomas Stamford Raffles, in the same spot where he landed and became widely considered as the founder of modern Singapore.

The concrete jungle of Singapore continues to have a lung in the city, as the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is the only piece of rainforest remaining on the island. In addition, it is recommended to visit the Singapore Botanic Gardens, an ideal place to relax and hang out between natures in the city.

It is worth walking through the main streets of the city, full of traditional jobs and impressive skyscrapers. The city’s main street, Orchard Road or Jalan Kebun, is the most beautiful city with many shops and cafes, casinos and clubs, hotels and business centers.

In this city there are many theaters and museums. Every year there is held the Festival of the Arts, a festival that attracts many tourists with its fusion of Eastern and Western cultures. There you can see all kinds of art, from theater and dance to modern art and contemporary art mixed with the new visual arts.

In the city one can visit the villages known as kampong, small traditional villages in the countryside, or if you can arrange an unforgettable and exciting journey by train across the country. One can make a luxurious train ride will take you through a Singapore to Bangkok and the Malay Peninsula. The train stops, one can enjoy a traditional tea in the traditional coffee shops, or see the religious pagodas are located in the hills. Moreover, one can observe the traditional landscapes of this part of Asia, with its tea plantations and rice fields, crossing small streams and observing their local populations. On the train, one can learn all you want about the endless culture of Singapore, from the same train where everything is decorated with opulence and luxury, and even the cars are lacquered with many Chinese decorations, Malaysian and Thai silk items.

Recently, the city has become an attractive tourist city, with nightlife that will soon rival that of Tokyo or Hong Kong. Its cuisine has also developed and adapted to the modern world, with thousands of traditional food stalls in the main streets. One can stroll through the traditional markets, enjoy the best Asian food or visit the Esplanade and Bay Theatres.

The city’s oil and skyscrapers, surrounded by desert and the Persian Gulf, is one of the major cities of the United Arab Emirates.

The city is known for its amazing scenery and the crystalline waters of the Persian Gulf. Moreover, this city can be considered as a real estate paradise due to its original skyscrapers and luxury hotels and witty, many of them ultra lux class.

This city offers recreational programs that are quite unusual. If you visit the city, has the possibility to go skiing in the dunes or watch a camel race.

This city is also one of the best shopping, as not only one can find numerous articles of jewelry, it’s also many stores of the best brands. In addition, the Dubai airport meets the most famous stores; all tax free (in both the city and airport in case). The Dubai Shopping Festival, Shopping Festival takes place each January, and lasts a month. There you have the opportunity to buy all kinds of items for all brands, and involving hundreds of different companies and designers from all countries.

The Burj Al Arab Hotel, one of the highest and certainly curious hotels in the world, sail-shaped, rises from an artificial island just 280 meters from the coast. Inside, we find two truly exquisite restaurants, Al Muntaha and Al Mahara. El Al Muntaha is over 200 meters high, while the Al Mahara restaurant reminiscent of a submarine.

Formerly, Dubai was divided into two districts, Bur Dubai and Deira. There can still find remnants of the culture and the old houses in the city. Dubai Museum, originally built in 1799, was recently restored and well worth a visit. It is also recommended to visit the Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House, Al Fahidi Fort.

Antigua and Barbuda is an island nation located in the Caribbean Sea. The nation consists of two islands, is known as a tourist destination in the world far away and exotic.

On these islands there are no indigenous people, as most were destroyed by various reasons other than during the colonial era. Today, the majority of the population are descendants of African slaves who came to work in sugar plantations, although more and more people from other nearby islands. Many retirees from around the world have also been installed on these lovely islands.

Religion is very important for the locals, so there are a variety of churches and other places of worship. Stresses the Cathedral of St. John’s in Antigua, undoubtedly one of the most prominent.

The Cathedral of St. John’s is an Anglican cathedral. The present cathedral dates from 1845, as the two previous structures were destroyed by earthquakes in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Fences stand, decorated with figures of St. John of Patmos and John the Baptist.

Antigua is the main island, and owes its name to a picture of Santa Maria de la Antigua in Seville Cathedral. The island is a popular tourist destination. The largest city is the capital city, St. John’s. The city has a large bay where they spend many cruises. Other major towns are All Saints and Liberty, about 3,000 people each. All Saints is located next to the first sugar plantation, Betty’s Hope. Now this plantation is an open-air museum.

The Antigua Sailing Week is one of the most famous races. Other major sports on these two islands that stand out for its mix of cultures are the cricket, which is considered the national sport, and surfing. The main stadium is the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.

English Harbor is located on the southeast coast and is known to be a popular destination for yachts. In the past, here was a former British shipbuilder, the Nelson’s Dockyard.

St John’s is the capital of the country. The city is the most important port in the region. Many of the tourist and cultural attractions are in this city. Among these stands the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda. This museum located in Court House, a 1747 colonial building that is in place the first market of the city. The museum has a large collection of art and artifacts from the Arawak and colonial times. There is even a full size replica of an Arawak house, as well as several models of sugar plantations.

Another important museum is the Marine Art Museum, with exhibits of volcanic rock, petrified wood and an impressive collection of over 10,000 shells. There are even remains of British ships were lost at sea.

The Botanical Gardens are a small park that is filled with locals and tourists. The park is located next to the Cathedral of St. John’s. Another landmark is the lighthouse of St. John’s Antigua Light, which monitors the bay of the city.

There are several forts scattered throughout the island. Beside the bay is Fort James Fort, a fort that dates back to 1706. There are traces of guns and from these stunning open views towards the sea. Also include Fort George, Fort Charles and Fort Shirley.

Barbuda is the second island. The main town is Codrington, where the Codrington Castle. Some of the attractions of the island include the Martello Tower and the old mansions in Palmetto Point, Coconut Point and Castle Hill.

In Barbuda is Fregata Bird Sanctuary, located in the Codrington Lagoon. Highland House, a beautiful eighteenth century mansion that belonged to the Codrington family, is one of the sights of the island. Another prominent Indian Cave is where you can see petro glyphs made by ancient inhabitants of the island.

The islands are also known for its carnival. The carnival, which takes place every August, commemorates the end of slavery across the region. We organize concerts, contests and people hit the streets in disguise to dance to the beat of calypso and soca music.

Antigua and Barbuda also has its own cuisine, based on the ingredients that once abounded in the island. The most popular entrees are dukun, a sweet dish made from potatoes, corn and various spices.

Amami archipelago consists of eight islands in total of which Amami Oshima is the largest. Its name comes from the creator goddess Amamikiyo, believed to have descended on the shores of Kudaka-Jima, to build the seven sites sacred way.

Flora and fauna
Known by some as “The Galapagos Islands Japan, Amami Oshima has earned his nickname because of the incredible variety of flora and fauna that abounds in subtropical forests. Its clear waters and colorful coral reefs make it the ideal destination for diving.

If you enter the sea, you will see the unique varieties of fish and lobsters and all kinds of aquatic plants, even large quantities of mangroves.

On land, most of the island is covered by forests where many species of exotic birds, which attract the attention of thousands of amateur and professional photographers who visit every year Amami Oshima to take a snapshot. We can find also Amami rabbits and snakes Habu, two endangered species that occur rarely.

Folklore
Amami Oshima Island is also known for its peculiar folklore. Its songs abundant use of string and percussion instruments, and are usually happy, calling the dance.

During the summer the old calendar (mainly in August) there are successive events where the people sing and dance to your music distinctive native to worship the gods of the sea.

Gastronomy
The local foods that are far from typical Japanese recipes, ingredients are allowed between the presences of fruits like mango, thanks to the tropical climate of the area.

They especially poultry recipes steamed with mushrooms, which are usually accompanied by a delicious liqueur that achieve based on sugar cane juice and rice.

Amami Park
Near Airport Amami, Amami Park is a theme park to appreciate the history, culture and nature of this island and the archipelago. Also presented are works by artists known and projected in high definition.

Within the Amami Park you can visit the Museum Tribute Isson Tanaka, displaying the works of this painter born in Tokyo and established on the island of Amami Oshima in his last years of life in which he learned to portray the natural landscapes that distinguish this territory.

Services & Amenities
For those looking for a beach destination, but they fear to be completely removed from civilization, Amami Oshima is an excellent choice: idyllic beaches offer all the services that any traveler needs, as well as restaurants and souvenir shops.

With over 700 square kilometers, the island has several towns where travelers can stay, including the most important city, the namesake Amami.