vendredi 22 août 2014

7 most beautiful cities on the Water !!!

Generally, scattered around the world a lot of incredibly beautiful places, and if you are looking for something on the type of Venice, then in any case do not limit yourself to just that place. Venice is far from being the only city freaked channels, you'll be surprised how now rich selection of traveler who wants to relax in the most romantic place to enjoy the sights and enjoy plenty of romantic atmosphere, which, of course, only to emphasize the large and small canals flowing directly into the the city itself.
If you already had a bit of Italy fed up, and you want something else, then I'm happy to tell you about other places around that you could include in your itinerary on your next vacation.

1 Suzhou, China

Suzhou, China
Located in Jiangsu Province, near Shanghai, Suzhou continually encouraged all its immaculate channels. If we add more and all the historical buildings that are right on the water, this is certainly one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Generally itself Suzhou - a very quiet town, tourists love it, especially at a time when flowering begins in the Chinese gardens. You can take a tour of the Grand Canal, in the end you will find yourself in the Old Town, which is an orgy of shops, cafes and restaurants. Also, do not forget to visit the local opera house and, of course, churches.

2 Bruges, Belgium

Bruges, Belgium
This beautiful city is still more suitable for walking on the water, rather than by car. Due to this mode of transport, you can enjoy plenty of views of all the historic buildings and bridges, to get a complete picture of the beauty of the channels. When you wander through the cobbled streets with various shops and chocolate lace, as if you find yourself in times that were many decades ago. If you want to see the spectacular view of the city, be sure to climb the bell tower, which is located on an area of ​​the Grotto near the market.
For the same, to learn more about the cultural heritage of the place, be sure to book a tour, which may take place as well as a tour of the canals, and on foot. In them you will learn about the latest inhabitants of the old town, you'll learn many interesting facts about the churches and, of course, will show a sample of blood of Christ.
Bruges - a beautiful city in the ear of the Middle Ages, which also looks very romantic and perfect for any celebration, whether it's Valentine's Day or Christmas, during which he turns into a real fairy tale. Therefore, Bruges is considered one of the best places for pre-holiday shopping .

3 Bangkok, Thailand

Bangkok, Thailand
As in all previous locations, and key landmarks in the glorious city of Bangkok is definitely its channels. The very layout of the city forbids to make it a trip, so the obvious way to move is to travel on water. There you will also be able to enjoy the sights and interesting stories about the temples, located in the city, enough nakushatsya various interesting snacks on the street and certainly worthy of some fun in the lights of the night city.
Water in the middle of the city here is not something unusual, so right on the canal is a huge number of places for tourists, as markets and restaurants. In Bangkok, there is always something to see, but I would advise you to be sure to visit the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and Wat Arun.
If you just love to be outdoors, take a break from the hustle and bustle, where you can easily find a variety of parks. The largest of these are the Lumpini and Santichaiprakarn - there you will enjoy plenty of wonderful nature and easy to mingle with the locals.

4 Giethoorn, The Netherlands

Giethoorn, The Netherlands
The Netherlands has always been famous for its canals, and although many people talking about this country, primarily remembered Amsterdam, there are many other wonderful places, especially if we are talking about the channels. For example, Giethoorn is a really awesome place in the classic Dutch style. If you book a tour through the channels, you can enjoy views of the quaint antique wooden bridges.
Channels follow the lake, and one of the most interesting things to do in this town is the possibility to rent a boat and enjoy a little travel. In the spring of this country is particularly fine, as do the other places on this list .
If you would be interested for something more active, then your service hiking and biking. In fact it is the only country where bicycles are recognized official mode of transport.
Just me personally produces just an incredible experience at home, which is located right in the middle of the water, though that can be reached only by boat!

5 Birmingham, England

Birmingham, England
Did you know that Birmingham is actually even more channels than Venice itself? This city combines a huge contrast between the modern and the historic town streets, framed by channels, which are still standing buildings from the Victorian era. Many of them have been refurbished to a very special project after years of neglect.
While traveling through the channels you can watch interesting parks, when visited by starting to think that you're still somewhere in the 1990s.
Also, you certainly can easily find different places where you can eat and drink. And in any case, do not forget to visit the museums and shops.

6 Can Tho, Vietnam

Can Tho, Vietnam
Locals already do not pay attention to the fact that the whole city is literally dotted with TV Can Tho, who came here because of the Mekong River. Travel to these places, you first get to the area with a huge number of beautiful gardens, then follows the countryside and eventually find yourself somewhere in the jungle. All residents have boats.
Can Tho - a very large city, and it certainly was a place for modern entertainment such as an abundance of shops, which are located near the traditional markets.
Also because there are a lot of temples, churches, so that everyone will find here something to see. In addition, you can book a tour in the vicinity, such as Vinh Long and My Tho.

7 Alappuzha, India

Alappuzha, India
Alappuzha is located in Kerala backwaters India. It takes about 1.5 kilometers along the coast Keralan, man-made canals connect the rivers and lakes that make this place really awesome. When you go in this city, you will find that the locals are all also use the old method of transportation on water, as the fastest and easiest.
This region is one of the most peaceful and conducive to the same eco-tourism. The most fun way to spend your time here is the opportunity to rent a real house on the water, with which you will be able to explore the length and breadth of the city itself Alappuzha and Kerala. Lord Curzon, who was Viceroy of India at the Queen Victoria declared it a place of "Venice of the East", as this city is truly unique, both in magnitude and number of channels arising in it.

 
Well, you have already decided where to go next time on vacation? If you have noticed that I missed something interesting, be sure to leave your comments!
 


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