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Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Assalammualaikum ~ (:




It's Me :)




Name     :  Norsyafiqah Binti Shahbudin

Matric NO     :  A10A111

University    :  UMK , Kelantan - Malaysia


Faculty      :  Fakulti Keusahawan Perniagaan

D.O.B          : 12 August 1991

P.O.B            :  Kuala Perlis , Perlis

From      :   Langkawi , Kedah

Ambition         :  Policewoman,Lecturer



Comment        :  

For me, this assignment that Miss gives to me is very good. When I doing an entries and always searching an interesting place, I get a lot of new knowledge. I realize that before doing this assignment so many place in the world I haven’t know/heard.  This assignment also make me feel to travel everywhere and go to the place that I post in this blog. Lastly, I want to thank Miss for giving us this assignment! <3
*hugs !


Amsterdam , Netherlands



The Netherlands is not only famous for its canal town, the city of tulips and windmills will but more's attractions of interest to visit in the summer, especially in Amsterdam who also became the location of Schiphol Airport where almost all worldwide airline stopped herein.


Schiphol Airport , Amsterdam


Amsterdam in the province of North Holland indeed is one attractive tourist town in the summer (June-September).
The town got the expression "the Venice of the North" is a much traveled city canals (large time can go through the boat / vessel size), of which bridges modeled ancient bridge as we can still find also in Jakarta City front of the Hotel Batavia. In Amsterdam there are old buildings are still preserved, the museum and the largest shopping center in the Netherlands.



All can be enjoyed on foot or by bike and would ride a sailing ship in the canals of Amsterdam (Rondvart) while enjoying ancient buildings hundreds of years old and maintained good standing with similar berasitektur new building, houses a beautiful ship edge of the canal.




Besides sea transport facilities can also be found in Amsterdam with the port for ferries, large ships, especially the liner, the ship serves Traveller (Rondvart). Among the vessels are relics of an old ship very exciting time with the VOC-hewn wooden sculpture of artistic nuance in Asia used to explore the countries in the golden era of the VOC.
  
Known as the city of Amsterdam museum (approximately 50 museum) of which Anne Frank Museum, Rijks Museum, Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, Tropen Museum, Madame Tussauds, Zoologisch Museum, Maritime Museum, Museum Diamond, there was even Erotic Museum and the Museum of Sex .

Historical tourism in Amsterdam can be enjoyed even by looking at ancient buildings dating from the year 1850 such as churches, monuments, palaces, warehouses than thousands and all well preserved by the Dutch government.


monuments

Amsterdam also has an area known as the China Town where Fo Guang Buddhist pagoda stands Shan and surrounding many Chinese restaurant still featuring a special flavor still China with forms such as in Indonesia, the restaurant also owned shops are Chinese nationals who have settled in Netherlands. The first week of July 2011 celebrated 100 years of arrival of Chinese citizens to the Netherlands with carnival Snake Dragon or Lion Dance attractive in Central Amsterdam.


China Town at Amsterdam

To complement the summer tours in Amsterdam suggest that you also visit the area which is not far or about 10 minutes from Amsterdam Zaandam namely that also still includes North Holland Province. The area is known for its abundance of windmills (Windmills), known as thousand of Windmills and very interesting to see when the weather is hot compared to other seasons because the air around the beach will always be cool.




Cotton Castle , Pamukkale , Turkey



Pamukkale, meaning "cotton castle" in Turkish, is a natural site in Denizli Province in southwestern Turkey. The city contains hot springs and travertines, terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. It is located in Turkey's Inner Aegean region, in the River Menderes valley, which has a temperate climate for most of the year.








Pamukkale is a tourist attraction. It is recognized as a World Heritage Site together with Hierapolis. Hierapolis-Pamukkale was made a World Heritage Site in 1988.

Before the area was declared a World Heritage Site it had its fair share of troubles.  Vehicles were allowed up and down the hills and hotels were built on top of the remains of Hierapolis.  Today the vehicles are prohibited and the hotels long since demolished, leaving the area to recover.  People are allowed to bathe in the travertine pools but are not allowed to wear shoes 


People are allowed to bathe







Manila , Philippines



Visitors of the Philippine capital horn sounds not only celebrated his popular public transportation - jeepney, but the attraction of historic monuments and tourist locations opulent Roxas Boulevard, Manila Bay, Mabini Street and Plaza Manila. But there is a shopping paradise obligatory visit the Quiapo filled with hundreds of rows of traditional handmade craft stalls, especially on snail shells.

Located in Manila, void if not into luxury tourist locations Roxas Boulevard, Manila Bay, Mabini Street and Plaza Manila. This is where the 'paradise', whether shopping, 'eyewash', pamper yourself with a massaged or just relax enlarge the mind.



 View near Roxas Boulevard


Roxas Boulevard-class hotel located near the line of one to five stars, only takes about 15 to 30 minutes from the city center if using public transport, especially taxis and jeepney.

Manila Bay was comfortable place to spend the afternoon. Walkway filled people jogging, playing roller skates or just sits back on the wall while enjoying views of the bay, watching the sunset.


Manila Bay 

In addition, one of the must-visit is the Quiapo. Quiapo located in the suburbs of Manila said the main center of the city's Muslim community. Here also lies the mall Plaza Miranda and Hidalgo Street, that haven sale equipment and photography.

What is interesting in Quiapo is the existence of hundreds of stalls sell handicrafts, especially based on snail shells under highway overpasses or in Tagalog called `sa ilalim ng tulay '.
  

 Environment at Quiapo

Various products are manufactured and sold here, including wall clocks, bedroom lighting, sets of dining tables as plates and glasses cloth, ceiling lights, chains and pearls, mini ship in a bottle, key chains, door curtains and many more.

On average dealer here selling the same product, but the price varies from one booth to another booth. It is up to the buyer to bargain for the best price.

Another attraction is the influx of Quiapo computer software, CD, VCD and DVD pirated various works of music and movies with prices around 15 pesos or 1.20.



Krabi Island , Thailand


Krabi is one of the perfect destinations for a honeymoon. Combination of beautiful beaches, hills and the uniqueness of the atmosphere on the island of Krabi.



Beautiful beaches and hills at Krabi Island



Krabi Island has beaches to visit. Total area is 4.709 square kilometers, facing the Andaman Sea and the most special, surrounded by more than 130 islands.

White sand beaches, clear water and fresh sea breezes relieve fatigue anyone who visited him. There are some beautiful places to visit in Krabi. Among Tiger Cave in Trang.

Krabi province has eight or Muang district, its main city Panom Kao, Klong Tom, Plai Praya, Koh Lanta, Ao Luk, and Lam Neua Klong Tap.







Muang District, visited destination among green trees covered with rubber, oil palm, citrus and coconut, but along the way the village also reconcile because overlooking the rolling hills and natural forest.

Krabi Island have the right to do extreme sports activities such as jet skis, speed boats and climbing hills or `rock climbing.



rock climbing-activities that you can do in Krabi Island


Among the interesting group of islands in Krabi is Phi Phi and James Bond as well as a resort area Rayavadee most amazing beauty.

Explore the beauty of each district will also provide a compelling experience for the way visitors can see the village's peaceful.

Although the development of the affected areas in full swing, but the clarity of the water and sanitation around the coast showed that the government and people of Thailand seriously keep our natural treasures. This is to create a special holiday.




Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis at Missouri , United States


A next entry is about a museum in the United States! - Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis at Missouri!
For individual fans and fanatics of the miniature, dollhouse miniature, furniture, dolls, and all the real thing on display in a small scale (prototype), may be a visit to the museum.



Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis at Missouri


Miniature Greater St. Louis is located at 4746 Gravois Avenue, St. Louis, MO, and this is one of the most popular locations for fans of miniatures and puppets in the country to be visited. The museum first opened its doors to the public on 27 June 2001 and contains a wide range of dollhouse miniatures in all scales available. The building also has a gift shop and library devoted to miniatures hobby. Floor of the house class that will be used to host a new show and class. Location is very popular because it is also sponsoring two miniature shows each year. This is the Gateway Miniature Fair, and a "miniatures only" garage sale.

The Museum is open to the public all year round from Wednesday to Sunday. It is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, Easter, July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Children under the age of 16 who wish to visit the stand must be accompanied by an adult. There is an entrance fee for all visitors. But members admitted free.

Miniature Museum root of Greater St. Louis can be traced back to a common goal 1989.The cluster together, forming a museum located in the center-which can be used for home and feature a wide range of works and collection of miniatures that people of all ages can enjoy. The organization purchased a building in February 2000, and was renovated before opening a museum in 2001. The organization is also renovating other areas of the building for prolonged use.



Exhibition of building




dollhouse miniature


Museum and its members continue fundraising events throughout the year. The most popular and important is Gateway Fair Show and Sale, held good in the spring and autumn. During this event, dealers from across the U.S. gathered to sell their products and do workshops for the public. The "miniatures only" garage sale is also a popular event each year.

Currently the museum has more than 200 members and is governed by an all-volunteer Board of Directors. This group aims to increase membership and if you are interested to join, you should be able to find their website using Google. Members admitted free to the museum and they also receive invitations to special events, have access to the library, and given the organization's quarterly newsletter.






This site also features photos of museum collections host. These include a replica of the Basilica of St Louis IX, also known as "The Old Cathedral," in downtown St. Louis. The exhibition was developed by Dr. Richard Wunderlich, DDS in 1975 and exhibited in 1981 at the NAMA convention in St. Louis. It has also been exhibited in museums in the Basilica. Replica is built entirely by hand on a scale of 3/8 of an inch to the foot. It takes approximately 3,800 hours to develop a made from a variety of items such as syringes, golf tee, sticks, wooden applicator, antique buttons, Bur teeth, pill bottles, and Christmas decorations, among others. The museum also hosts special exhibitions and a photo gallery from the van is seen on the website.




Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Nami Islands, Korea

Nami Island is an oasis for culture and leisure in peaceful harmony with humanity and nature. After a five-minute ferry ride, guests meet a forest of verdant trees holding up the sky and open grassy areas where ostriches, rabbits, squirrels, chipmunks, ducks and peacocks warmly welcome visitors in the midst of wild flowers. On Nami Island, artists from all over the world show-off their talents and share the sense of peace of mind the island creates.
Nami Islands- autumn style

The island, especially the Metasequoia path, was one of the main filming location of Korea Broadcasting System 2002 television drama series Winter Sonata, starring Bae yong joon and Choi Ji Woo. It attractted 270,000 Korean and foreign visitors in 2001. After it was featured in the drama it attracted 650,000 visitors in 2002. Since then it the number of visitors continue to grow, reaching 2.3 million in 2012.

 
lake view

Nami is home to several galleries and is the site of the Song Museum, which also houses a collection of international ethnic musical instruments. There are indoor and outdoor stages, facilities for seminars and workshops in addition to a 46-room morden hotel and 10 cottages. Nami Island is dedicated to improving the mental and physical well being of children throughout the world.
Metasequoia path
market

lots of tourist

for muslims,here have mosque

Namisum is an imaginary country, but the "passport" issued from Naminara is required in order to enter Namisum. It declared itself a self-governing country in 2006 as acceding to General Nami's natural greatness of soul and appointed Ryu Hongjun as the 1st head of culture and Suzanna Samstag Oh as a foreign head. In addition, it has invented its own passport, currency, stamp and telephone card, and has promoted the establishment of Naminara in other countries.





Santorini , Greece


For the people who said Hawaii is the best place for a seaside holiday, maybe they are not to Greece again. This is because Greece is the perfect place for a seaside holiday with a collection of stunning islands. Santorini or Thera is known also by the volcanic mountainous island at one time located in the southern Aegean Sea (Aegean Sea). The area is famous for its beautiful beaches as well as the hotels on the hillside. Imagine your vacation all summer during a gentle breeze while enjoying the breezy tropical juice on their feet building located hill


hotels on the hillside



Beach view from the top


Beach at Santorini Island

 Besides that, tourist can get a new experience to try a wine. Santorini produces some of the best wine in Greece and most of the wine producers on the island have tours of the wineries with tastings at the end.
You have several places to choose from and I have only heard good reports about the wine tours.




A wines tasting place at Santorini


Oia, is one of the most beautiful villages of the island, carved out of the cliffs and clinging to the edge. The architecture is amazing and is highlighted by the stark white of the buildings and the contrasting colorful doors and window shutters. It has often been compared to the eagle's nest!

Enjoy the panoramic view of caldera, the volcano, Thirassia Island, and the rest of Santorini looking back toward Fira.




Sunset's view from Santorini Island


Granada & Seville , Spain


For those interested in historical architecture, this is the best place for all of you. See and admire the famous architecture in Granada & Seville, Spain. The Alhambra is one of the must-see in Spain, located in Granada. It brings a lot of unique historical architecture as early creation using sandstone building. In Seville, you all should visit the former Alcazar, place the building architecture garden seemed hanging garden of Babylon


Alhambra is one of the must-see in Spain, located in Granada


Alhambra


Alcazar


Plaza Seville

In addition, tourists can also visit Andalusia. Andalusia is famous for being the center of the Islamic government Umayyads in the 8th century. Cities such as Cordova and Granada has developed into a regional knowledge center in those days. Andalusian architectural style of architecture introduced Arabic character at the end of their reign also contains elements of Arab architecture, Byzantine and Visigoth.


Architecture at Andalusia

These features recognize influential in the Iberian peninsula and after Reconquista. Some examples of the lasting architectural contributions under the rule of the Great Mosque of Cordoba ta'ifa including the castle and estate Cordoba Al-Rustafa. Christians and Jews imitate elements of Arab architecture for churches and synagogues (the temple) them. This style became known as the Mozarabic style. Mozarabic architectural styles include the absence of exterior decoration, diversity of floor plans, the use of gate horseshoe shape in the Islamic style, and use as a helper column with a column head decorated with plant elements.


Mosque of Cordoba


Inside of Mosque of Cordoba







Monday, April 1, 2013

Science Centre Singapore , Singapore



For individuals who are interested in the technology and science, they can visit to Singapore Science Center

 Singapore Science Center

  
Science Centre Singapore is dedicated to the promotion of science and technology among students and members of the public. As a leading Science Centre in the region, it has twelve exhibition galleries with more than 1,000 interactive exhibits

The Science Centre was born in from the then National Museum of Singapore into a separate institution so that the latter could specialise in its artistic and historical collections. This idea was first mooted in 1969 by the Science Council of Singapore, and was subsequently approved by the government, who was keen to promote scientific education in the rapidly modernising country keen to tap into the technological sector

The SCS building's architecture was decided by an architectural design competition organised by the Science Centre Board. Raymond Woo's entry was selected, and was thus commissioned as the architect for the project. Built at a cost of S$12 million on a 60,000 m² site in Jurong East, it was officially opened on 10 December 1977 by Dr Toh Chin Chye, who was the Minister-in-charge of the Science Centre Board

 SCS building's
  
On 7 December 2007, the Science Centre rebranded itself to be known as "Science Centre Singapore" ("SCS")
 

The whole family will have fun learning science the interactive way at the Science Centre! Mind-boggling exhibits and challenging activities will set your brain into high gear. Adjacent to the Centre is one of the world’s most advanced theatres, the Omni planetarium, screening Omnimax movies and Planetarium travels. While you're at it, don't forget to explore the Kinetic Graden, Asia's first outdoor interactive garden of science


One of the visitors path in SCS


  Inside the path

 

One of the Exhibitions


 

Water play for children at the outside of SCS