Kamis, 20 Oktober 2011

World’s Best Revolving Restaurants


How about relishing the food as well taking a panoramic view of the beautiful and gorgeous looking city? Is it possible to sit at one place, eat as well enjoy the view of the city? Yes…this is where revolving restaurants come into place. You can enjoy the beautiful looking city by sipping a cup of coffee or munching your favorite sandwich. There are more than 60 revolving restaurants around the world; here is a small collection of some of the world’s best revolving restaurants.

  1. 360 Restaurant, CN Tower, Toronto
360 Restaurant, CN Tower, Toronto

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How about a magnificent view of the city at a height of more than 351 meters? Sounds great…if yes, 360 restaurant at CN Tower, Toronto is a must-see revolving restaurant. This restaurant promises elevation as complimentary with every main course that you order…how is that? One another significant feature of this revolving restaurant is the world’s highest wine cellar; this was created to resemble an underground wine cellar. 360 Restaurant, CN Tower has received an award for the “Most Romantic restaurant” in the WHERE Magazine Reader’s Poll; do not forget to take your spouse to this restaurant if you are a romantic couple.

  1. Alto Tower Restaurant, Black Mountain Tower, Canberra
Alto Tower Restaurant, Canberra
Alto Tower Restaurant is the only revolving restaurant in Canberra; this rotates 360 degrees in nearly 85 minutes and gives viewers a breathtaking experience accompanied by excellent food. The best time to dine at Alto Tower Restaurant is during the sunset; viewers are sure of getting a stunning view of Canberra.

  1. Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant, Harbour Centre, Vancouver
Inside the Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant, Harbour Centre, Vancouver

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Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant aims at not only giving you a fine dining experience, but also out of the ordinary view of the city. It takes nearly 60 minutes or 1 hour to complete one revolution. The windows are angled in such a way that you will get a scenic view of the city, its mountains and oceans. Glass skylift elevators are an added attraction; one can get an excellent view of the city when going in this elevator too.

  1. Prima Tower Revolving Restaurant, Prima Tower, Singapore
Dining Area of Prima Tower Revovling Restaurant

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Prima Tower Revolving Restaurant is one of the longest established restaurant in Singapore (established in the year 1977) atop grain silo. You will be able to get a clear view of the entire Singapore city and the Sentosa Island Resort. This revolving restaurant is led by Hong Kong Master Chef Chan; do not forget to relish Peking duck, the signature dish of the restaurant.

  1. Drehrestaurant Allalin, Saas-Fee, Switzerland
Arrangement of tables and the outside view from Drehrestaurant Allalin, Switzerland

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This is the world’s highest revolving restaurant atop a glacier that is 11,000 ft above sea level. You are sure to get an excellent view of the Alpsfrom the highest revolving restaurant in the world, Drehrestaurant Allalin, Switzerland. They offer special power breakfast at sunrise at 3,500 m above sea level every Thursday during the months July and August.

  1. SkyCity, Space Needle, Seattle
Inside view of SkyCity, Eye of the Needle, Seattle

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SkyCity was initially named “Eye of the Needle” and feature a 14-foot deep carousel-dining floor. It takes nearly 45 minutes for 1 revolution. This is the best place to enjoy dazzling and radiant waters of Puget Sound, skyscrapers of the city, Cascade Mountains, and much more, totally, the most excellent place to get the picturesque view of the Seattle city.

Enjoy your food along with the panoramic views of the city in these revolving restaurants!




Senin, 17 Oktober 2011

Seven Wonders of Colombia


Seven wonders, when we hear this we are reminded of various wonders like Colossus of Rhodes, Great Wall of China, Taj Mahal, etc., but how about knowing the seven wonders of Colombia? This was based on a competition sponsored by El Tiempo, a newspaper; these wonders are definitely a must-see tourist destinations.

  1. Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira, seven wonders of Colombia
Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is the first wonder among the seven wonders of Colombia with 6,654 votes from the people. This is an underground Roman Catholic Church and is one of the most prominent and famous Colombian architectural achievements.

The salt deposits were formed nearly 250 million years ago and this cathedral is located in a town called Cundinamaraca Department, 49 km north of Bogota. There are three main sections in the cathedral that symbolizes the birth, life and death of Jesus Christ; these are

  1. The Stations of the Cross
  2. The Dome
  3. The three naves
Other places of attraction in the Salt Park include “The Sacred Axis,” The Salt Dome, The Brine Museum and The Salt Auditorium.

  1. Las Lajas Sanctuary
Las Lajas Sanctuary, Colombia

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Las Lajas Sanctuary got a total of 5,057 votes to become the second wonder of Colombia. It is a basilica church and a best example for Gothic revival architecture. The sanctuary is built inside the Canyon of Guaitara River. Laja is the name of a flat sedimentary rock that is found abundant in Andes Mountains and therefore called the Las Lajas Sanctuary. It was believed that the apparition of Virgin Mary was seen at this place.

  1. San Augstin Archaeological Park
Stone sculpture in San Agustin Archaeological Park

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San Agustin Archaeological Park is the third wonder of Colombia with 4,680 votes; it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One can find a lot of skillful representation of various Gods and mythical animals in this archaeological park of Colombia. The entire archaeological site occupies over 2,000 sq.kms. Some of the notable monuments in this park are Las Mesitas, the Bosque de Las Estatuas, etc.

  1. Military Architecture of Cartagena de Indias
Military architecture of Cartagena de Indias

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With 4,389 votes, the military architecture of Cartagena de Indias took the fourth spot in the seven wonders of Colombia. The coral stone forts and parts of the walled city are nearly 500 years old and are the best example of the military architecture of Cartagena de Indias; these are one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  1. Ciudad Perdida
A boulder believed to be the map of areas around Ciudad Peridada, The Lost City

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Ciudad Perdida won 4,373 votes to secure the fifth spot among the seven wonders of Colombia. In Spanish, Ciudad Perdida means “The Lost City.” It is an archaeological site and is believed to be founded close to 800 AD. This is one of the best places to see small streams and waterfalls; be aware of the sting of mosquitoes and do not forget to carry mosquito repellents with you when you travel to Ciudad Perdida.

  1. Tierradentro
The Tombs of Tierradentro, the National Archaeological park

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Tierradentrowas elected as one of the seven wonders of Colombia with 2,787 votes. This is a National Archaeological Park in Inza, Colombia and is one of the UNESCO’s world heritage sites. This is the best place to see huge underground tombs; these tombs are decorated with motifs and contain side chambers. Some of the well-known and must see underground tombs include Alto del Aguacate, Ioma de San Andres, Alto de Buende.

  1. Teatro de Cristobal Colon or Teatro Colon
Tetra Colon's facade, seven wonders of Colombia

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This national theatre received 2,785 votes totally, secured the seventh spot, and became one of the wonders of Colombia; this is the best example of Neoclassical style architecture. Teatro Colonwas built by the Italian architect Pietro Cantini, inaugurated in the year 1892, and declared as a national monument in 1975. The scheme used in this theater is similar to a horseshoe.

Are you planning to visit Colombia, do not miss to visit these seven wonders of Colombia. If visiting Colombia is not on your cards, it is time to accommodate space in your travel calendar for Colombia and visiting these seven wonders.