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About Socotra

One of the most picturesque islands in the Middle East, Socotra is an offshore territory of Yemen. Socotra consists of an island and three islets located in the Indian Ocean. Everything on the island is unique and cannot be found easily anywhere else. The island has beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and numerous opportunities for scuba diving.

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A dream destination for many, London for long has been attracting visitors from across the world. The city is immersed in antiquity and wherever you go there is something eye-catching to see. Here is itinerary to get you the best on a two day stay in London

About The State Historical Museum Moscow, Russia

Located between the Red Square and Manege Square in Moscow is a beautiful and majestic red coloured building, which houses the State Historical Museum of Russia. The museum was established in 1894 and has several archaeological and anthropological collections. The collection in the museum elaborates the history of Russia right from the Paleolithic period to the modern times.

About Ha Long Bay National Park

The Ha Long Bay National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Gulf of Tonkin in the Quang Ninh Province. Also known as Halong Bay which means bay of descending dragons. The area includes several thousand of uninhabited islands. The Halong Bay is bounded by the Cat Ba Island in the southwest, the East Sea in the east, and the mainland. The bay creates a coastline that is about 120 km long.

Things to do at Halong Bay

The Bai Chay Beach is a wonderful beach with dark coloured sand. It is easy to get a boat from the Bai Chay Beach and you can set out to explore the bay area. The limestone formations in the bay area are unique and fascinating. These limestone formations include Thien Chung about 4Km from the wharf of Ha Long City; the Dau Go about 8Km from Bai Chay and the Trinh Nu about 15Km from Bai Chay.

The most popular island of Ha Long Bay is the Cat Ba. The island is known for its beaches and national parks. The island also has a unique and impressive cave system. Visitors can enjoy swimming, diving and other fun filled activities around the area. The best time to visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site is between March and June.

Hanoi to Halong Bay – Modes of Transportation

The distance between Hanoi to Halong Bay is 170 kms. There are various modes of transportation from Hanoi to Halong Bay and vice versa. There are buses, shuttle buses, trains or you could rent a car. It takes approximately 4- 6 hours from Hanoi to Halong Bay depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

Mosque (masjid) & Halal Restaurants

There are no halal facilities and masaajid around the Ha Long National Park. The closest halal facility can be found in Hanoi about 3-4 hours away by road. However there are many restaurants with vegetarian options and seafood options.

The capital of Vietnam and one of the most beautiful cities of the country, Hanoi is a welcoming city. Hanoi features a vibrant atmosphere and perfectly blends East with West. Today Hanoi is one of the most quickly developing cities in Southeast Asia.

About Vidraru Dam and Lake

The Vidraru Dam is built on the Arges River and was the first barrage to be built in Romania. The Vidraru Dam is built in an arch shape and the construction created a reservoir the Vidraru Lake. The dam features a height of 166m and the arch length is 305m. The Vidraru Dam was built for producing hydroelectricity and is located along the Transfagarasan Road about 40Km from Curtea de Arge.

Things to do at Vidraru Dam and Lake

The Vidraru Dam and lake is an excellent destination for people who enjoy extreme sports. Bungee jumping is the most common adventure activity in the area especially during the summer months. You can also enjoy a cruise across the lake or ride a hydro-bicycle. The scenery surrounding the dam and lake is wonderful.

Mosque (masjid) and Halal Restaurant

There are no halal facilities or masaajid close to the Vidraru Dam and Lake. However, you can find some good restaurants that serve vegetarian and fish delicacies.

About Taganay National Park – Russia

Established in 1991, the Taganay National Park is located in Chelyabinsk and is visited by several travellers every year. The park houses several species of plants and animals and is the most attractive park in the Chelyabinsk region. The park is located close to the Zlatoust city. The park is one of the places and attractions tourists should not miss.

Things to do/ Attractions of Taganay National Park

The park is located on the eastern slopes of the Urals Mountains and offers several opportunities of hiking and climbing the mountain ridges. The mountain system is made up of three mountain ridges, the Taganay, Itsyl and Jurma. The Taganay has four prominent peaks the Double-headed Hill, Mount Kruglitsa, Crest Otkliknoy and Far Taganay. At the base of the mountains are thick forests. The park is home to brown bears, mooses, wild boars, lynxes, wolves, etc. The park has a number of old mines that you can see while visiting the park.

Mosque (masjid) and Halal Restaurants

There are no masaajid or halal facilities close to the Taganay National Park. You can find some vegetarian options in Zlatoust city.

Just a short distance from central Moscow is the Tsaritsnyo Reserve and Museum. A wide expanse of woodlands and buildings, the Tsaritsnyo Reserve and Museum is located along the shores of the Tsaritsnyo ponds. This is one of the places to see if you are in Moscow. The area spreads over 550 hectares and is listed as a national historic and cultural monument. The Tsaritsnyo estate is known to belong to the late 16th century. The architecture ensemble was built in the 18th century.

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