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New York among the top favorite destinations for tourists from the Middle East

New York was voted the most popular destination for holidays from Middle East tourists in 2010. The special events, the celebrities and movie stars, as well as the restaurants, shopping options, fashion and more  make New York one of the most popular destinations for holidays for modern Middle Eastern tourists.

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Sensoji Temple

Sensoji Temple

Tokyo, Japan

This is arguably Tokyo’s most popular temple. It has stood at this very location since 628 A.D. despite having been destroyed during WWII in 1945 during a bombing raid, it was rebuilt soon after. The myth surrounding this temple is that two fishermen catching fish in the Sumida river caught instead a golden statue of the goddess of Mercy and Happiness namely Kannon. The temple is said to house thi...

National Science Center

National Science Center

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The National Science Center was built in 1996 as a way of promoting science and technology. The exhibitions highlight themes which link science and daily life and the environment and religion. Opening times: Monday to Thursday: 9.00am - 5.00pm Friday: 9.00am - 12.15pm & 2.45pm - 5.00pm Saturday: 9.00am - 1.30pm Sundays & Public holidays: closed...

Boramae Park

Boramae Park

Seoul, South Korea

Once the site of the Korean Air Force Academy, it symbolizes the Air Force. The word Boramae means Hawk. The park is spread out on 360,000 square meters and has sports facilities as well as a small zoo. It also has a huge pond that spreads out to 9000 square meters and has well planned walking paths. The pond is surrounded by willow trees and benches and is very popular, especially during summer a...

Grand Mosque

Grand Mosque

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Grand Mosque is one of the largest in the UAE and is situated near the Ruler’s Court on the Bur Dubai side of the Creek.  Its capacity is up to 1200 worshipers.  Though it was rebuilt in 1998, the mosque blends in perfectly with old Dubai, with its sand colored walls, wooden shutters, and stained glass windows.  It also has the tallest minaret in Dubai at 70m. Non-Muslims a...