Mar-del-Plata

Mar del Plata - a beach resort on the Atlantic coast of Argentina. This is a very charming green city with lots of luxury villas and a popular holiday destination Argentines. It is also one of the most important fishing ports of the country. The holiday season lasts from December to February. In Mar del Plata is interesting to walk along the harbor, visit the Marine Park Aquarium, where you can watch an exciting show with sea lions, dolphins and sharks, water park - Akvasol with water rides and a mini-zoo with various animals. You can also see the acrobatic performances of athletes in the water-skiing and much more.

Among the most common entertainment - mountain biking, the conquest of picturesque rocks piled up in the Sierra de los Padres (270 meters above sea level), wind-surfing: the waves off the coast of Mar del Plata, sometimes reaching 3 meters in height - and golf . The resort has four golf club and five golf courses of international level overlooking the green expanse of the Argentine plains or the sea.

Another popular Argentine beach resort - Miramar. It is located in the temperate zone, so there is not too hot. In January daytime temperature is 25 degrees Celsius, and water temperature does not exceed 22 degrees. It is located 137 km south of Mar del Plata. It is popular mainly among the local residents, because there is no such a fuss, in a crowded recreation areas. At Miramar offers travelers the full range of amenities, and simple relaxation on sandy beaches and boating and fishing, surfing, golf. Here you will find a lively nightlife and countless restaurants.

Statue of Liberty - the symbol of freedom and democracy...

Statue of Liberty (English Statue of Liberty, the full name - Liberty, illuminating the world, English. Liberty Enlightening the World) - one of the most famous sculptures in the United States and the world, often called "the symbol of New York and the U.S.", "symbol of freedom and democracy, "" Lady Liberty ". This is a gift of French citizens to the centennial of the American Revolution.

Statue of Liberty is on Liberty Island (born Liberty Island), about 3 km south-west of the southern tip of Manhattan, one of the boroughs of New York. Until 1956 the island was called "island Bedlou" (born Bedloe's Island), though popularly called the "island of freedom" since the beginning of XX century.

Goddess of Liberty holds a torch in his right hand and a plate on the left. The inscription on the plate reads "English. JULY IV MDCCLXXVI »(« July 4, 1776 "), date of signing of the Declaration of Independence. One foot "Freedom" is on the broken chains.

Visitors are coming up to 356 steps to the crown of the statue of liberty or 192 steps to the top of the pedestal. In the corona, there are 25 windows, which symbolize the earthly and heavenly gems rays illuminate the world. The seven rays on the crown of the statue symbolize the seven seas and seven continents (the western geographical tradition has it the 7 continents).

The total weight of copper, used for tide statue - 31 ton, and the total weight of its steel structure - 125 tons. The total weight of the cement foundation - 27 thousand tons. The thickness of the copper covering of the statue - 2,37 mm. Height from ground to tip of torch - 93 meters, including base and pedestal. Height of the statue, from the top of the pedestal to the torch - 46 meters.

The statue was constructed of thin sheets of copper, minted in wooden forms. The formed sheets were then mounted on a steel frame. The idea of creating a statue of the centenary of American independence, noted in 1876, attributed to the French writer Edouard de Laboulaye, believing that a prisoner in 1778, the alliance between France and the United States should properly immortalized. Eiffel brilliantly developed the iron skeleton, and Bartholdy "dressed" in his forged copper sheets 3 mm thick, fixed to the frame bolts.

On the ferry going to the Liberty Island, almost always worth all, and even more foremost within the statue, so the elevator can accommodate only a few people (there are stairs). The observation deck at the top of the pedestal is located at a height of 10-storey building, and there could clearly see all the landmarks of the surrounding area. The most energetic and physically fit can climb another 12 floors (168 steps) to the crown, but the torch lifted up to 93 m above sea level, is open to visitors.

Brazil has a unique place, which surprises even the Brazilians themselves. This is National Park Lencois Maranenses, located in north-eastern part of Brazil in the state of Maranhao, near the town of Barreyrinyas. Lencois Maranenses - a wonderful area of ​​1000 square meters combining the white sand dunes up to 40 meters and framing them into a clear freshwater lakes.

At first glance, the landscape in the park is like a desert, but in the rainy season (the falls here are 300 times greater than in the Sahara), the water builds up between the dunes, creating an amazing beautiful landscape: the combination of blue-green waters and white sand. For its beauty Lencois Maranenses are called "sheets of Maranhão."

The crystal clear lakes are teeming with life, as a result people from few small settlements located within the park benefit from this. From December to March, during the dry season, temperatures in these areas reaches +36 ° C, so that water is partially dry up and disappear, and many of their inhabitants, and local residents are beginning to actively engage in animal husbandry and wait for the rainy season, when its bloom again Lencois fragile unearthly beauty.

The mystery is what happens to numerous animals during the drought, and where comes from. At this point there are different hypotheses, one of which states that the eggs of crabs and fish are preserved in the sand before returning to the desired moisture.

Peru and Costa Rica Advance Gastronomic Tourism

2 Latin America countries at once have expressed the desire to attract the attention of travellers to their gastronomic heritage. In particular, recently the minister of tourism of Costa Rica, Allan Flores submitted a plan to promote national cuisine as tourist attractions.

Costa Rican cuisine is based on a mixture of Spanish and Indian cuisines: the beans, rice and meat, plus a lot of herbs, vegetables and spices. Preparing all of the unique local recipes. The project put forward by businessmen and government officials, aims to promote cooking Costa Rican cuisine in the hotels and restaurants. This program will enhance the preservation of traditions of the country, believe in the Ministry.

In addition, the President of Peru, Ollanta Humala in his recent speech at the UN General Assembly declared its intention to apply to UNESCO to make a national cuisine in Peru World Heritage List.

Submitted to UNESCO documents indicate the existence of ethnic cuisine in pre-Incan period. In addition, the application shows the inextricable link between the living cuisine and contemporary culture of the country, which is manifested in the daily activities of thousands of people of various professions in Peru. According to the President, Peruvian cuisine is the joint creative work of all its citizens, where every Peruvian can contribute.

Ecuador Offers Tours To Famous Cemetery

Cemetery in the Ecuadorian city Guayaquil will be a touristic destination. Over an area of ​​15 hectares over the past 170 years was buried about 700 thousand people, many of which left a significant mark in the history of the country. A third burial due to the high artistic level of gravestones declared a national cultural heritage.

Streets and staircases of the cemetery resemble a museum: sculptures and statues, the whole arrangement of white marble, not inferior to the level of performance in the best collections of museums in Europe. Artistic compositions cemetery features a variety of architectural styles - Greco-Roman, Neo-Classical, Baroque and Moorish. The age of some monuments exceeds 200 years.

Tourists already come to look at these sites. Now, the sculptures are systematised in 4 thematic routes, which can be taken from 28 October. The total duration of excursions is about 1.5 hours.

So to pay tribute to the heroes of the country and the presidents of Ecuador it is possible in the route "Entre la grandeza y la huella eterna". Tour under the name "Tras las sombras del ultimo verso" will be held at the resting place of the arts, culture and music. By selecting "Memoria y el vuelo de los angeles", visitors will see the best sculptures cemetery, and the latest version of excursions includes the graves of other famous people of the city and country.

The heart of the southern coast, the port of Guayaquil - the biggest city and economic center of Ecuador, the country's major export gateway. It is located approximately 250 kilometers south-west of the capital, on the Guayas river.

A few reasons to visit Colombia

Colombia is famous for its rich cultural heritage, fantastic scenery and stunning kitchen. Firstly Columbia will attract lovers of active tourism. There are plenty of opportunities to see many new things and do not lose shape - from sailing and kayaking, windsurfing, snorkelling and rock climbing to horseback riding through the Andes.

Nature lovers, scientists and students on vacation are interested in the Amazon river. Rain forests, growing along the longest river in the world, Colombia shares with Brazil, Bolivia and Peru. Enjoy the local flora and fauna of the jungle can be, going on one of the routes offered by guides and travel agents.

Biodiversity of Colombia is amazing. Local nature is the world's largest "collection" of amphibians, butterflies and flowers. The country also ranks second in the world in the number of birds - 1865 species. In the period from June to November it becomes home to hundreds of birds, whales, sea turtles, courtship and would suit just rest after the long migration to coastal waters.

Colombia's geographical position allows tourists to visit the coast of Two Oceans and Caribbean Sea. On the Pacific coast can be seen secluded beaches, which rises jungle. At that time, both on the Caribbean coast of tourists are attracted first-class resorts with plenty of shops and restaurants.

Colombian 'Coffee Triangle', recently entered the UNESCO World Heritage List. It produces the best coffee in the world that attracts fans to the region of the drink from around the world.

Colombia - one of the best places on earth for diving. Marine Reserve Seaflower Biopsphere around the island of Providencia is the third largest coral reef park in the world. In Colombia, 37 national parks and 12 nature reserves - total 11 million hectares of beautiful scenery.

Local cities can also be very interesting. Cosmopolitan Cartagena, a modern Bogota, dynamic Cali and progressive Medellin - each of them can offer visitors something new and unique. Night life in Colombia is very dynamic and diverse. In Bogota, Cali, Barranquilla and Cartagena, the party lasts all night. Recognized favorite among tourists are African and Jamaican disco on the beaches of San Andres.

Colombians are very fond of holidays, so the country hosts many fairs and festivals as tourist attraction. One should visit the colourful carnival of Barranquilla in February and Flower Fair in Medellín in August.

Local gastronomy - is a mix of culinary traditions from Africa, India, Spain and the Arab countries. In every region of Colombia - has its own kitchen, which is closely related to agriculture. On the Caribbean coast is prevalent the abundant seafood and cook fish. In the Andes - meat, potatoes, beans and corn. Pacific Coast - rice and lentils. On the banks of the Orinoco River are popular veal, cassava and river fish.

A wonderful climate allows athletes and golfers to play Columbia throughout the year. Country offers tourists around 50 certified golf fields.

Local residents is the another reason to visit Colombia. They are renowned for their friendly attitude towards guests and are always ready to help. This republic - is also a very romantic country. It is perfect love, or people who dream of love. In recent years it has increasingly become a popular destination for those who want to spend a romantic wedding or honeymoon.

Finally, the Kali is known informally as "the world capital of salsa". The local authentic salsa dancing nightclubs from dusk to dawn. Do not begrudge those who are good moves, and stand aside - here are willing to teach anyone who wants to dance.

Machu Picchu

The ancient city of Machu Picchu (Quechua: Machu Pikchu, in translation - the "old peak"), as claimed by some archaeologists to have been founded the Inca ruler Pachacutec. The city was built as the residence of the ruler of a hundred years before the conquest of his empire, around 1440. In 1532 the Inca Empire was invaded the Spanish conquerors. That same year, residents of the city mysteriously disappeared.

More than 400 years the city was abandoned. The city was re-opened about a hundred years ago. July 24, 1911 the city was found by an American researcher from Yale University professor Hiram Bingham.

The city is located on the territory of modern Peru at the top of the ridge at an altitude of 2450 meters above sea level, dominating the valley of the Urubamba River.