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Walking or petit taxis
September-November and March-May
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This populous city many historic attractions. Take a tour of the Kasbah mosque and explore the Grand Socco and Petit Socco in the area of the Medina. Like other Moroccan cities, Tangier has several traditional markets or souqs as they are referred to. Find the enthusiasm to bargain spices, carpets and other trinkets.
Get a glimpse of Tangier’s local history and Moroccan history in general at the Museum of Moroccan Art. Some may find the Forbes Museum fascinating. It has a collection of a total of 115,000 models of lead soldiers. These figures re-enacted the major battles of history; from Waterloo to Dien Bien Phû, realistically recreated with lighting and sound effects.
The city has plenty of fantastic restaurants. For those looking to rest their tired limbs find a hammam, the local version of “Turkish bath.” You may decide to take a day trip to Asilah, a small fishing village known for its beautiful beaches. If you travel to the nearby village of Kalaa you can venture into the Rif Mountains, which offer hiking routes for adventurous travellers
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All year round
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Saudi Riyal
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Located south of Taif is a large natural park where clumps of tree lie scattered amidst magnificent weathered granite rocks. The site also has a small zoo.
The opportunity to see the magnificent horses in action is yet another added attraction to a summertime visit to Taif. And being an animal lover, Taif is one of three places in the Kingdom established by the National Commission for Wildlife Conservation and Development dedicated to the study of endangered animals and plants and to their breeding in controlled conditions.
For a real taste of old Taif, the Tailors Souk is a sandstone alleyway of ancient shops tucked between the town’s modern buildings.
Hotels are basic but clean
Hire a car or a hotel-certified taxi
October to March
+2hrs GMT
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See the 11m-high statue of Meret Amun beside the Mosque of Sheikh Naqshadi.
Sidi Arif Mosque is one of the largest mosques in Sohag Governorate and makes for an interesting stopover.
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Taxis, private transport
October to January
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Urdu
This 160 years old cathedral is located in cantonment area.
Century old Clock Tower is the most famous landmark of Sialkot, situated in Saddar Bazar.
Another historical site situated near cantonment area
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Taxis
April-May and October-December
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The most famous Shiraz attraction is Persepolis which is registered as the international heritage by UNISCO. Persepolis is situated 70 km northeast of Shiraz. In contemporary Persian, the site is known as Takht-e Jamshid. Persepolis is he translation of a Greek word and means “Persian City”.
It is open to the visitors all the days of the year except Ashura Day which is a very important religious day in Iran. Naqshe Rostam and Naqshe Jahan are located in a short distance from Persepolis, so you are advised to see all the resorts all together in half of the day.
The tombs of very famous poets of Iran are located in Shiraz. The Hafiz and Saadi Mausoleums are nice to see. They are also called Hafiziyeh OR Saadiyeh among the local people. Many Iranians, especially the people of Shiraz believe that the Hafiz Mausoleum has the positive and energetic atmosphere.
Karim Khan Arg which is located in the center of Shiraz City, Zand St. Zand St. is among the oldest streets of Shiraz and now it is not a preferable place for the youths to go shopping or have gatherings because it has still kept its traditional and old environment.
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Taxis and public buses
November to April
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UAE Dirham
Arabic, English
This historic fortress was the home of Sharjah’s rulers for over 200 years. The site has always been a beloved public forum where the sultan’s subjects could meet for special occasions. The complex is divided into several sections, including an interesting museum detailing the restoration of the fort, an exhibition of weapons, and the Al Qassimi Library. The fort’s blend of beautiful artefacts and stunning architecture makes it a popular attraction.
is a massive 10,000-acre complex featuring entertainment, and cultural and dining venues. A 30-metre-wide water canal runs for 1,000 metres through the complex, crossed by pedestrian bridges and lined by cafés on both banks. Boats are available to give you a cruise along the canal, while the main Masrah Al Qasba theatre regularly hosts special events. There is also a huge exhibition area that holds ongoing exhibits.
Opened in 2008, presents the important role the sea has played in this Emirate's development over the centuries. Sharjah was first settled more than 6,000 years ago due to its ideal seaside location. This museum displays traditional dhows that were used in ancient times for fishing, pearling and trading. The historic Arabian pearl industry is also explored, as are many other facets of maritime life in early Sharjah.
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Taxis
June to September
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Omani rial
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Visit the impressive Museum of the Frankincense Land. It consists of a History hall and a Maritime hall. These introduce the visitor to the geography, history and society of the country.
Salalah Clock Tower is a majestic structure that is worth a must-visit.
Wadi Darbat should be on every traveler’s list. It is one of the most gorgeous wadis in town, which features among other things, a photogenic waterfall.
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Bus, train, and taxi
November to March
+3hrs GMT
Saudi Riyal
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You can be in King Abdulaziz Historical Center (the National Museum) from 9 am to 12 pm. This would take you through history and make you relive it. You can also visit Kind Abdulaziz Center where you can know more about his simple life and see some of his possessions which he received as gifts from other countries’ rulers. You will surely enjoy watching the antique displays.
You can go to Thumama area to enjoy horse riding and ride motorcycles and to experience the charming nights of Riyadh while the children can play freely. Then you can have dinner in one of the traditional restaurants.
You go downtown to visit Al-Masmak Fort, from where the city of Riyadh was conquered and watch a documentary about how it was done.
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Rickshaws, bus & taxi
January to May
+05.00hrs GMT
Pakistani rupee
Pashto and Urdu
Housed in a glorious Victorian Mughal-Gothic hall across the tracks from the Old City, the Peshawar Museum has the largest collection of Gandaharan art in the world, ranging from statues and friezes depicting the Buddha’s life to winged cupids and Herculean heroes. It’s a dizzying stylebook of Graeco-Bacrian art, if often let down by poor labeling (also check out the Graeco-Bactrian coinage hidden upstairs).There’s a small Islamic collection with some delightful illustrated books, and an ethnographic section with wooden effigies taken from a Kalasha cemetery, including and ancestor figure riding a two-headed horse.
It’s one of the historic places in Khyber Pukhtunkhwa. Locally called as “Qilla Bala Hisar” means a “High Fort”. It’s 100 Feet high from the ground level and provides a very panoramic view of the entire Peshawar valley. The fort has an area of 15acres and the date of construction is not known. The fort was brought into its present shape by the Moghuls. The fort currently serves as the headquarters for FC Khyber Pukhtunkhwa. It also has a small museum where weapons, dresses and other items from FC are displayed. Fort is marvelous and a must visit for someone who is found of visiting historical places.
If you see traditional kehwa khanas, tikka, chapli kabab and dry fruit shops along with modern showrooms of leather goods and bright garments you are probably in Qissa Khawani Bazar, Peshawar. “Qissa Khawani Bazar” means the “Bazaar of Story tellers” in the older times there use to be professional story tellers, caravan arriving from different central Asian states staying in the inns, enjoying cup of green tea while listening to the stories of love and war from the story tellers.
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Trains buses and taxis
May to October
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Catalan
Visit the Cathedral de Mallorca, a spectacular cathedral is located close to the sea-side. The museum has exhibits of religious paintings and silverware.
Banys Àrabs is the only building in Palma dating to the Arab settlement. The baths were constructed in the tenth century, and were sauna-style: the floor was heated and water added to make the room steamy. A small courtyard and the two rooms of the baths themselves are open to ten people at a time.
Art connoisseurs will love the Museo de Arte Español Contemporáneo This branch of the museum of contemporary art has a permanent collection of over seventy pieces by modern Spanish masters including Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Juan Gris and Salvador Dalí.