Kenya In the East African Rift Valley

Sightseeing in Nairobi and all of Kenya

The capital and largest city of Kenya is Nairobi. Its name is derived from the Maasai phrase Enkare Nairobi translating to “place of cool waters”. This is about the Nairobi River which flows through the city.

Nairobi National Park is the first national park in Kenya. It is located seven kilometers from the skyscrapers of the city center. This park is a rhino sanctuary providing a home for over 50 of these endangered animals.

Other wildlife making their home in the park are lions, gazelles, buffaloes, warthogs, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, and ostriches. In the wetlands are over 400 species of birds.

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Mandalay on the Irrawaddy River

A city in the Asian country of Myanmar

Myanmar was formerly Burma and. Mandalay is a city and the former royal capital located in northern Myanmar. The city sits on the Irrawaddy River. To get an awesome view of the city and surrounding area people climb up to the summit of Mandalay Hill.

Climb up Mandalay Hill and see the city spread out in front of you. This 760 ft. hill has covered stairways that will lead you upwards. The most popular climb is from the southern side. People especially enjoy going up to the summit at sunset. The climb takes around thirty minutes. The hill has two southern stairways.

One of them begins between two giant chinthe (half-lion, half-dragon guardian deities) with 1729 steps. An alternative is the southeastern stairway. These two routes converge and then the climb takes you to a shrine building with a large standing Buddha with outstretched arms pointing towards the royal palace.

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The Beautiful Greek Islands

Greece is a country in Southeastern Europe

Greece is a country with about 6,000 islands. It is known for its tall cliffs, sparkling blue seas, sand beaches, and balmy Mediterranean climate.

One of the most amazing of all Greek isles is Santorini. It is known for its cliff-top towns Fira and Oia on the west coast. Many whitewashed cubic buildings have been turned into boutique hotels with infinity pools.

Santorini is a lovely island for swimming and sunbathing on black volcanic-sand beaches on the east and south coasts.

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Manhattan on the Big Blue and Kansas Rivers

A city in the Midwestern US state of Kansas

Kansas is bordered by Nebraska to the north; Missouri to the east; Oklahoma to the south; and Colorado to the west. The small city of Manhattan is in northeast Kansas on the Big Blue and Kansas Rivers. It was founded in the 1850s as a “free state” town by settlers from New England Emigrant and Company. This city is home to Kansas State University.

The Flint Hills Discovery Center is an interactive, hands-on science, culture, and history museum, It informs and educates visitors about the unusual ecoregion including the Kansas Flint Hills and the northern Oklahoma Osage Hills. This ecoregion is home to the last remaining tracts of tallgrass prairie once covering the central part of North America. What is left now grows in the Flint Hills. The museum exhibits different layers of prairie in front of the eco-friendly building with Blue Earth Plaza a lovely spot to spend some time relaxing in front of an outdoor fire pit and fountains.

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Enjoying Guinea-Bissau

Sightseeing tropical country in West Africa

Guinea-Bissau is a tropical country on the Atlantic coast in West Africa. It’s known for national parks and wildlife. The forested, sparsely populated Bijagos Archipelago is a protected biosphere reserve.

Bissau Capital of Guinea-Bissau

Bissau is located near the point where the Geba River joins with the Atlantic Ocean. This is a quiet capital but has a sort of charm that is worth taking a look at.

The Presidential Palace was once an elegant neo-Classical building, It was ruined during the Guinea-Bissau Civil War 1998 – 99. In 2013 it was renovated and reopened.

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Kuala Lumpur on the Klang River

Sightseeing in the capital of Malaysia

The name Kuala Lumpur means “muddy confluence” in Malay. It lies at the confluence of Klang and Gombak Rivers. The capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is known by locals as KL. It has an amazing modern skyline that is dominated by the Petronas Twin Towers. The city has impressive British colonial-era landmarks. There are many interesting things to do and see in this lovely city.

Visitors are in awe of the impressive Petronas Twin Towers that stand like silver rockets rising up to the sky. They were designed by Argentinian architect Cesar Pelli and are the headquarters of the national oil and gas company, Petronas. The towers have 88 stories and are the tallest pair in the world at almost 452m. Their floor plan is based on an eight-sided star that echoes arabesque patterns. Each of the tower’s five tiers represents the five pillars of Islam and the 63m masts that crown them. You can get tickets for a 45-minute guided tour which will take you to the Skybridge connection on the 41^st floor and the observation deck on the 86^th floor where you can get panoramic views of the city. The towers look particularly spectacular when illuminated at night.

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The Beauty of Crete

The largest Greek Island

Crete is the largest Greek island and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea. The region of Chania or Hania on the western side of Crete is overshadowed by the incredible White Mountains and is popular for its National Park. The charming city of Chania will make you feel like you have stepped back in time. It is a city with is beauty all around and you want to wander through its streets. It is also a paradise for food and wine lovers. Here you can taste excellent Cretan wine and take tours of wineries.

The very heart of Chania is its Old Town. Here you can wander along narrow alleyways like in a labyrinthine and see many impressive buildings from different periods in time. It is the perfect place for romantic strolls. The Old Town stretches along the Venetian Harbor from Firkas Fortress and the Maritime Museum to the Gate of Sand and on to the east of the arsenals. This particular part of town within Venetian walls also includes Byzantine Chania.

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Kansas City on the Missouri River

A city in the US state of Kansas

Kansas City is the third largest city in the Sunflower State of Kansas. The city is located on the eastern edge at the border with Missouri.

Kansas Speedway is a must-visit destination for all NASCAR fans. This 1.5-mile track and road course hosts several types of racing, including two NASCAR Sprint Race Series. During the race, visitors can rent scanners to listen to the drivers and pit crews. By purchasing a FRanWalk pass, you can access the garage and infield, where you can watch car inspections, see driver introductions, and enjoy a prime view of the pre-race concert. If you have an RV, you can reserve a spot in one of the trackside campgrounds and have a front-row seat to all the action on the track during your stay.

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Taking a Look at Ghana

A beautiful country in West Africa

The West African nation of Ghana is an interesting country with diverse wildlife and secluded beaches.

Fascinating Capital of Ghana

The capital of Ghana is Accra. It is located on the Atlantic coast.

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park honors the first president of Ghana, who helped lead the country to independence. In the park, you’ll find Nkrumah’s mausoleum and a museum that tells about his life.

This is a tranquil park with many bronze statues, a fountain, and to the delight of visitors strolling peacocks.

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The Planned City Putrajaya

A city in Malaysia

The planned city of Putrajaya is located 25km south of the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur and serves as the federal administrative center of the country.

The Putrajaya Wetland is in the heart of Putrajaya. It is a natural landscape that is dominated by Putrajaya Lake. The lake and the wetland are two of the most distinct features of the city. Putrajaya Lake takes up 650 hectares and was designed as a natural cooling system for the city and for recreation. The lake is used for fishing, water sports, and water transport. It is also possible to swim in the lake since a wetland was constructed to remove pollutants and clean the water before it enters the lake.

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