Mazar-e-Quaid

Mazar-e-Quaid, or the National Mausoleum, refers to the tomb of the founder of Pakistan, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. It is an iconic symbol of Karachi.

Mohatta Palace

Visit the restored Mohatta Palace for a glimpse in to the country’s rich heritage.

Chaukhandi graveyard

The Chaukhandi graveyard is a well preserved area that spreads over two square miles and contains tombs of warriors from Saloch families dating back to AD17th and 18th centuries.

King Fahd´s Fountain

The first one is King Fahd´s Fountain, also known as Jeddah Fountain. This is the biggest salt water fountain of the world; it jets the water about 312 meters above the Red Sea. The fountain has been given as a present by King Fahd to the city Jeddah. The best time to visit the fountain is at dawn or during the evening. From Jeddah´s Corniche you will enjoy wonderful views as the fountain is lighted with 500 spotlights and it dominates Jeddah´s skyline, so you can not miss it.

Floating Mosque

The next spot to visit near Jeddah´s Corniche is the Floating Mosque. This is one of the most loved and visited sites in Jeddah. The mosque is called the floating mosque because it´s placed right on the Red Sea, and when the tide is high it is surrounded by water.

Makkah Gate

The third place to see is the Makkah Gate, this is one of the oldest ones in Saudi Arabia. The gate serves as one of the main entrances for Hajj pilgrims. During this period it will be a busy place as many people from all over the world come to see it. Out of all Jeddah´s sights the Makkah Gate is the most prominent one.

Old palaces

Stay in one of the old palaces that have been renovated, refurbished and converted into hotels.

Ajmer Fort

Visit Ajmer Fort, City Palace and Nahargarh Fort for culture. Don’t forget to take your camera along for these ruins are very, very photo worthy.

Around the city

Sample delicious pyaz kachori and traditional dal bati churma at one of the many sweet shops around the city.

Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque is located in the main historical district of the city, an area called Sultanamet. This multi domed mosque is the prime exponent of Istanbul’s Islamic past. Built during the reign of the Ottoman Empire, the Blue mosque welcomes hundreds of worshippers every day into its elaborately decorated interiors. The mosque is called the ‘Blue mosque’ because it is decorated with hundreds of blue and white tiles which are arranged in intricate and exquisite floral patterns.

Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia, the ochre colored domed monument served as a church during the Christian Byzantine empire and then as a mosque during the Islamic Ottoman empire and is perhaps the best symbol of this exciting city which was the centre of three great empires. The interiors are adorned with elaborate Islamic calligraphic roundels as well as Christian mosaics which represent the religious contrast of this monument most effectively.

Topikapi Palace Museum

Topikapi Palace Museum is located on one of the hills that surround Istanbul. It once served as a residential palace of one of the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire. The huge palace with its interconnecting courtyards, fountains, terraces, exquisitely designed rooms and elaborate gateways gives you an insight into the magnificently opulent lives of the fabulously wealthy Sultans of the Ottoman Empire.

A Mixture of Old and New

Founded in 1591, the beautiful old city of Hyderabad is steeped in history and tradition. It is often referred to as ‘The City of Pearls’ due to its heritage as a centre for diamond and pearl trading. Modern Hyderabad, however, is one of the IT capitals of India housing the Indian headquarters of Google and Microsoft. It is also home to Genome Valley, a 600 square kilometre high-technology business district containing many Global Centres of Excellence in Research and Development in the field of biomedical research.

A City of Many Attractions

Whether you are a business traveller or a tourist taking a flight to Hyderabad, there are a number of attractions in the city which are not to be missed. The centrepiece of the old city is the Charminar (four towers), an impressive monument and mosque on the east bank of Musi river whose ornate minarets overlook the Charminar district. To the west of the Charminar lies the bustling Laad Bazaar which has been selling bangles, saris and jewellery for centuries. If you are seeking more modern produce the Inorbit Mall has a delightfully diverse range of shops. Hyderabad is home to the Telugu film industry which is the second largest film producer in India. The film studios describe themselves as ‘the land of a million dreams’ and are a place where you can lose yourself in the colourful world of Bollywood (or, more accurately, Tollywood) movies.

Birla Mandir

For a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle, Birlar Mandir is a beautiful, marble temple where visitors can find peace and serenity as well as incredible views across the city due to its hilltop location. Enjoy browsing diverse historic artefacts from the city’s rich culture in the Salar Jung Museum, where you can also experience the striking of a most unusual clock. Take a short trip to experience the impressive majesty of the Golkonda Fort from India’s Qutub Shahi dynasty.

Around the city

This is only a fraction of what Hyderabad has to offer but with such cheap flights to Hyderabad you could soon experience this amazing city of pearls and diamonds for yourself.

Around the city

Just explore Hail at leisure. There are loads of old buildings as well as date groves and some amazing houses. Also as you drive out of the city you can head into the hills and get fantastic views from there.

Mashar Park

One can easily relax amidst the serene and exquisitely designed parks. There are numerous parks in Hail, but one must visit Mashar Park as it consists of artificial waterfalls and a lake. Other parks that can be visited are the ones at Ugdah, Ghar Al Majma, Al Raduf and Janeri.

Forts and palaces

One can check out the forts and palaces, which date back to Ottoman rule. Apart from these there are various museums, library and auditoriums from where one can collect lots of information on the culture and society of Arabs.

Go on a cruise

Go on a cruise and witness the most perfect sunset off the coast of the city. Book yourself on a cruise with Goan dancing and traditional fare for that perfect evening

The beaches

Sip on refreshing coconut water while walking down Goa’s sandy shores

Water sports

Enjoy water sports such as snorkelling, windsurfing, paragliding and jet skiing

Handicrafts & hand woven textiles

Handicrafts are well developed in Gassim and include hand woven textiles and fibre items; sales outlets are now limited for handcrafts but a new handicraft market is being developed in central Buraydah and recently restored village souks can offer handicraft shops; folklore is also well developed and still practiced.

Festivals

Festivals are an important component of tourism in Gassim and seven cities and towns organise festivals, mostly in the summer but also some in the winter and during Eid Al Fitr. Unayzah organised the first festival four years ago and currently has the longest summer festival at 45 days.

Sand dunes

Sand dunes occupy about 15% of the province's landscape, and lie especially in the southeastern extension of the Nafud al Kabir in the eastern part of the province. The sand dunes are very scenic and also offer the opportunity for sports.

Explore Fez

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Around the city

The central place to enter Fez’s walled city is at the gate of Bab bu Jeloud. Be sure to check out the Islamic school of Medersa Bou Inania, Dar Batha Museum and Kairaouine Mosque. Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter the city’s mosques, but even if you can’t go inside Kairaouine you can still see this exquisite 9th century building’s tile work by peering into its courtyards

Fez’s leather tanneries

Visiting one of Fez’s leather tanneries is a memorable experience. During a tannery visit, you’ll climb up several flights of stairs to a rooftop where you can look down on centuries-old dying vats. The is overwhelming for most foreigners, and visitors are often given sprigs of mint to help deal with it.

Borj Nord

The old city’s walls and ramparts are lit up at night, and many locals and tourists head to Borj Nord to enjoy a panoramic view of the city. This lookout area was built in the 16th century to allow then-ruler Sultan Ahmed al-Mansour’s men to keep watch over the city and its inhabitants. A military museum that houses a variety of Moroccan weaponry, including a 12-ton canon, is open at Borj Nord during the day, and the short hike to the nearby Merenid Tombs can turn a visit to the ramparts into a more active half-day trip.