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What to do with Children in Tow
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
• Aqua Park Pool and Recreational Area is a good way to relax with kids during a hot summers afternoon. Let the kids slide around in the water while you soak in the sun. Other places that are child friendly include: • Tashkent Land • Japanese Garden • Tashkent Zoo • Amir Temur Park ...
The Sorbonne
Paris, France
The University of Paris was first established sometime in the mid-12th century, but it was not until Robert de Sorbon created the campus of the Collége de Sorbonne in 1257 that it began to resemble anything like a modern university. Previously, the university had been disorganized, and students were forced to find accommodations around the city. The Sorbonne hosted students from all ov...
Ubud Palace (Puri Saren)
Bali, Indonesia
Known as the heart and soul of Ubud, a trip to Bali would be incomplete without a tour of the palace. Originally home of the King of Ubud, it now features traditional Balinese houses and an art market selling local handicrafts. Here you can also witness the Barong dance which is a choreographed fight scene. Jalan Raya Ubud, Ubud Opposite Tourist Info Center in the center of town 361/97...
'Kiswa' (The Drape Of The Kaabah) Factory
Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Located in Makkah, this is where the famous black silk cover of the Ka'aba is hand stitched with real gold thread. If your taxi fellow is a true local, he will know how to take you there. You can see how the cover is prepared. If you are lucky, they might even cut you out a piece of the cover to take home (find a worker from your part of the world there and convince him). ...