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Chinese Visa Requirements To See the Giant Buddha of Leshan
June 6th, 2010
This week's featured UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in China, near the site of the country's first Buddhist temple. The original temple was built in the 1st century AD, but over the years, more temples were added, as well as the area's crown jewel, the Giant Buddha of Leshan.
Standing 71 meters high, the Giant Buddha of Leshan is the largest Buddha statue in the world. Carved out of the side of a cliff, the Buddha appears imposing but serene as he surveys the place where the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers meet.
The story of the Buddha's creation is an interesting one. The statue was carved as an expression of faith, but the monk who came up with the idea, Haithong, also hoped that the finished statue would grant a measure of serenity to the wild, rough waters of the rivers
Get a Kyrgyzstan Visa to Go Skiing With 40 Tribes
June 6th, 2010
Although it's still not on most travelers' radars just yet, Kyrgyzstan is blossoming into a great place for adventure travel. Now, a group called 40 Tribes is planning to host ski tours in the remote but stunning Kyrgyz mountains (h/t MatadorSports.com). This is a great example of ethical travel: 40 Tribes strives to be environmentally friendly and takes measures to minimize their impact on the wild Kyrgyz backcountry.They also arrange homestays with local families and use local guides, providing a source of employment and funds.
Plus, Kyrgyzstan is absolutely stunning, and the skiing looks magnificent. Check out the post on Matador Sports for more details and some awesome pictures!
American citizens are required to have a Kyrgyzstan visa to enter the country. You can apply on
Indian Visas for Adventure Tourism
June 6th, 2010
When you think of India, what comes to mind? Elephant rides? Temples? The Taj Mahal? Paragliding? Aside from the normal touristy stuff, India is also a great place for adventure tourism. This post from the Environmental Graffiti blog has the scoop on the best regions of India for adventure tourism.
For example, you can go paragliding, skiing or whitewater rafting in Manali, located in the north of the country, or go for a hike off the beaten path in Leh and Ladakh. Nainital is a great place for boating, horseback riding and rock climbing. Goa is an excellent place for water-based adventures, such as parasailing, waterskiing and scuba diving. There are also dolphin watching tours and something called a "crocodile tour."
If you're planning a trip to India, it's essential to have the co
Getting a Nepal Visa To Visit the City of Kathmandu
June 5th, 2010
Nepal is justly famous for its Himalayan treks, but the capital city of Kathmandu is the country's beating heart. No matter where you're going, you'll start out here. If you came to Nepal in search of solitude, you may be a bit put off by the city initially. Here's how Gadling describes it:
From the time you leave Tribhuvan International Airport, the city is an assault on the senses, with the constant noise of traffic, the smell of incense (often used to counter the smell of trash), and the sights of the busy market places, awash in a myriad of bright, garish colors. The narrow, twisty streets are clogged with cars, the sidewalks are teeming with people, and air is thick with smog.
And yet, if you were to rush out of the city as quickly as possible, you would definitely be missing
Cambodian Visa Requirements to Visit the Temple of Preah Vihear
May 30th, 2010
This week's featured UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in Cambodia, along its border with Thailand. The immense temple of Preah Vihear is one of the jewels of Khmer architecture. Construction on the temple began in the 9th century, but the temple complex was rebuilt and improved by successive generations of Khmer rulers. Originally dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, it was eventually converted to a Buddhist temple when Buddhism overtook Hinduism in popularity in the region.
Located along a cliff for maximum dramatic impact, the temple is an impressive sight for pilgrims and tourists alike.
Since the temple is located right along the border of Thailand and Cambodia, it was the source of a decades -long dispute between the two countries. However, in 1962, the International Cou
