10 Top Tourist City In USA You Must Visit

Plan on traveling to the United States (USA)? Has 50 states, making this country has a variety of interesting tourist attractions to visit. You might be hard to come one by one country or city in the USA in a single visit. For that reason, here the 10 cities attractions worth to visit in the USA,



1. LOS ANGELES, THE CITY OF JOY







Los Angeles, there's always something to do and go here.

5 Best World Tourist Attraction To Visit With Your Family

Holiday with your family, it is necessary to strengthen the relationship. Plan to get a long vacation for traveling around the world. Here are five best tourist attractions that recommended you must visit with the family:




1. London






The capital of of England and the United Kingdom is often visited by many families who come from America. In addition to having easy access to travel, in

10 Major Tourist Attractions In Munich

There are many things to do and enjoy in Munich, Germany. There are many interesting tourist attractions you can visit. Munich is an important and fascinating city, flat houses coinciding with the modern office buildings,classical architecture buildings, world-class museums and beautiful parks.



Here are 10 major tourist attractions in Munich you must see:



1. Marienplatz







Marienplatz

5 Best Tourist Attractions In Toronto, Canada

Vacation in Toronto, Canada will give you incredible multicultural experience. Many tourist attractions you can visit in this charming city. Toronto is a metropolitan city rich in charming and artistic elements. theater, music, art, museums, upscale restaurants and shops blend beautifully in Toronto. Panorama of Lake Ontario is also an added value for tourists.



Here are the best tourist

Enjoy the Beauty of Exbury Garden, England

Want to be in one of the most beautiful parks in the world? If on vacation to England, just come to Hampshire, where you will find Exbury Garden. Exbury gardens with its steam railway is considered as a magical place that will attract your attention for a while.






The park is also located in the New Forest National Park has a total of approximately 200 hectares. You can get there from London

Visit Lavaux, Vineyard on the edge of Lake Geneva Switzerland

On the slopes of the Alps, Switzerland, precisely on the shores of Lake Geneva, you will find a city named Lausanne with a view of the beautiful Lavaux vineyards. The climate in this Lausanne city really offers ideal conditions for wine. The whole area around the Lausanne city is a patchwork of vineyards. Indisputably, the most beautiful among them there in the district of Lavaux, east of town.

Let's Cycling Along the Danube River In Austria

Austria is filled with beautiful natural scenery with the fresh air. This is one country that can satisfy the desires of the lovers of cycling activities. A beautiful place in Austria that should be explored by bike is the banks of the Danube River is the longest river in the European Union.







With the road through the fruit garden and vineyard and fairy tale villages overlooking the River

Visit Mount Agung And Besakih Temple The Sacred Tourist Attractions in Bali

Mount Agung is the most sacred mountain on the island of Bali. It's also home to Besakih Temple, the largest and most sacred temple in Bali. While on vacation to Bali, you should visit these attractions.



Gunung Agung, located in the eastern of Bali has a height of 3148 meters above sea level (masl). Meanwhile, perched on the slopes of the mountain with an altitude of about 1,000 masl (3,000

6 Interesting Tourist Attractions in Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Port Elizabeth  is one of the largest cities in South Africa, established in 1820 as a British settlement, has a magnificent stadium, named Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. Besides the stadium, some tourist attractions in Port Elizabeth is also well worth to visit.



Here are some interesting tourist attractions that you can visit in Port Elizabeth:



1. Garden Route






Garden Route is a scenic

5 Interesting Tourist Attractions In Pretoria

Pretoria city located 50 kilometers in the north of Johannesburg. In general, Pretoria regarded as the capital of South Africa but the city is actually the center of government of this country. And many interesting tourist attractions you can visit to spend your holiday in Pretoria.



Several decades ago, the city was criticized for being the center of the apartheid government. Now, the city of

Dust, Sweat and Cheers: Sierra Leone's first International Marathon - by Charlie Habershon

Charlie Habershon, co-founder of volunteering organisation The Collective - Sierra Leone based in Freetown, shares his experience of Sierra Leone's first ever international marathon.

Photo: Mark Gillett - JungleMoon Images

'Aporto, aporto' is the cry of Makeni's children whenever a white person is spotted. This comes from the Timni word for the early Portuguese settlers. But by 12 o'clock on Saturday the children's voices were hoarse. Never had they seen so many 'Aportos' on the streets of Makeni. Sierra Leone's first International marathon, organised by the charity Street Child of Sierra Leone, had just been completed. 

Running a Marathon is no easy task. Doing it in the heat of Sierra Leone, is exceptional. Officials reported that temperatures were at 32 degrees with a staggering 92% humidity. I took the decision not to run. Instead, along with The Collective - Sierra Leone volunteers I joined the support team ensuring that the runners had water, energy snacks and moral support around the track. All of us at The Collective were keeping a close eye out for Sally, a local runner who was a friend of our volunteers. 

I first met Sally in January, when we stopped in at the local poyo bar close to our volunteer's house. She was working hard ensuring all the local drinkers had their cups full of palm wine. 

She told us of her love for running. She had been part of a team that took part in the annual Waterloo to Freetown race, an event in which she finished second. Sadly, women's athletics has for a long time been short on funding and so she has received very little formal training. 

Fortunately, our first cohort of volunteers were keen runners. They soon got to know Sally and began to run with her in the early mornings. She would consistently put them through the paces, gliding gracefully over the muddy tracks around the outskirts of Makeni. While the volunteers rested over breakfast, Sally was straight back to work selling drinks. When it came to marathon registration, the volunteers all got together to pay Sally's entry fee and gave her some running kit that could give her the edge. 

Come race day, we gave Sally a lift to start line. She seemed unfazed by the challenge and excited to get started. I found out later that she had not even had breakfast. Surrounded by over a hundred runners from around the world, she looked relaxed as the official signalled the start of the race. 

Two and a half hours later and the runners started to trickle in. We continued to keep a close eye for Sally, hoping that she could be up amongst the top women. At around the 4 hour mark, the first female came across the line an experienced runner from the UK. This was a pattern that followed for the top three. But at around the 4:20 minute mark we spotted Sally, charging towards the line. As she breezed past the finish, she became the first Sierra Leone women ever to complete a marathon on home soil. What's more she barely looked tired. 

As the other runners came in, Sally danced to the local band and quizzically examined the various energy supplements in her goody bag. It was an emotional moment as she stepped onto the podium with her proud father to receive her cheque from a local representative of UN women. But soon after her moment of glory it was back to work, selling drinks like she has always done.

It was a remarkable day for three simple reasons. Firstly, the organisers brought over 150 people from around the world to Sierra Leone. These people saw the beauty of the country, met the people and will now return home with positive stories. Secondly, it gave Sierra Leone athletes, like Sally, the opportunity to run in a competitive race and learn from experienced runners. Hopefully they will be motivated to continue to train and sponsors will step forward to make the dream of Rio in 2016 a reality. And finally, and probably most remarkably, everyone finished.

Follow Charlie on twitter @ www.twitter.com/thecollectivesl

10 Best Tourist Attractions In Vienna, Austria

There are many classic places and beautiful tourist attractions in Vienna, Austria from old buildings, museums, churches, palaces, until the hangout places and eat place. At least two days to can explore the beauties of it. Vienna, known as a desirable tourist destination of many people. As one of the old city in Europe, Vienna has interesting objects and has a high cultural value.



Here are

8 Main Tourist Attractions In Phuket, Thailand

Phuket is a tourist area surrounded by clear blue seas, palm fringed beaches, has a soft and clean sand, vibrant nightlife. You can also enjoy a shopping tour of variety world famous products and enjoy a culinary tour which challenging the tongue.





1. Phuket beach







In the Phuket beach area you can see lots of scenery from different angles. Starting from sunrise to sunset views thats

9 Interesting Tokyo Tourist Attractions

Tokyo is the capital city and densely populated areas in Japan, and the world's largest metropolitan areas based on population. Based on these two things is certainly a lot of interesting tourist attractions can be visited in Tokyo.



Here are some interesting tourist attractions in Tokyo you must visit:



1. Ginza







When in Tokyo, you have to visit Ginza. This area was established in

Visit Hallstatt, Beautiful Small Towns in Austria

Deep in the mountains of Austria, you will find the small town of Hallstatt. Besides the beauty of the city that located on the banks of the lake, you can also see the first salt mine in the world, enjoy skiing in the winter, and knowing the history of the era of iron and steel.







Hallstatt, in the highlands of Austria is a small town in the Salzkammergut is located near Lake Hallstatter.

Visit Fascinating Seminyak Beach Bali

One of the attractions must visit in Bali is Seminyak beach. Seminyak beach is a very beautiful beach with white sand and the waves of magnitude. The beach is always crowded with tourists both local and foreign tourists. The atmosphere of this beach is not crowded like Kuta beach making it convenient for your holiday.







Seminyak beach is really fascinating, along the beach there are

9 Top Tourist Attractions In Hamburg

Hamburg is Germany's second largest city. As a tourist destination Hamburg offers many options for tourists, with attractions ranging from 50 museums and arena concerts, opera, miniature railway. A boat tour is a must at Hamburg.



Here are the top tourist attractions that you can enjoy at Hamburg:




1. Hafencity




While in Hamburg, visit Hafencity, the largest urban development project in

Things To Do in San Gimignano, Italy

At first sight, before arriving at the center of the small town of San Gimignano, Italy, you will find a beautiful hilly landscape. From a distance, you can also see the high towers sticking out of the downtown residential population.



Existing buildings in San Gimignano has the characteristic of medieval architecture which still survive. Located in the suburbs or the city center, you will

9 Main Monaco Tourist Attractions

Monaco has become one of interesting destination for tourists. A small city that borders with France and Italy will present beautiful views, classy places, and the Grand Prix Formula 1. All of this appeal would be reason enough for you visit to Monaco.



Monaco claim has some real estate and the world's most precious landscape. As a visitor, you will enjoy a clean and safe area is. In addition,

5 Major Tourist Attractions In Berlin

Berlin is one of the city that famous for elegant romantic, characterized magnificent buildings. Starting from a variety of museums building, art galleries, clubs, and restaurants that will satisfy you. Here are 10 tourist attractions that you must visit when you vacation in Berlin:


1. Brandenburger Tor




Brandenburger Tor or Brandenburg gate. Look at the full splendor of this gate from the

10 Tourist Attractions In Frankfurt You Must See

Frankfurt is a gateway to Europe. As an internationally diverse city, Frankfurt has many interesting tourist attractions. Ranging from the arts, outdoor activities, shopping, historic buildings and high rise buildings.



Frankfurt is not a tourist town. But when you first visited, the atmosphere and surroundings are so impressive, so different than any other city in Germany. The city is the

See The Merlion Statue One Of Popular Singapore Tourist Attractions

Not complete when comes to Singapore without visit to the country's icon, the Merlion statue. Merlion which in Malay means 'sea lion' is a tourist spot that must be visited by foreign tourist who was enjoying the atmosphere of Singapore.







This statue is located at Merlion Park. The symbol of Singapore is standing firm on the banks of Singapore River, near Fullerton Hotel. Inevitably, his

Visit The Russian Museum

Russia is abundant with places that have an element of a strong arts and culture because of Russia including the state of the art in the world , both for music, dance, or performance. For art lovers, a visit to The Russian Museum into the activities should not be missed.







Russian Museum is Russia's first art museum built in 1895 in St. Petersburg. First opened to the public in 1898. The

5 Top Tourist Attractions in Honolulu

Honolulu is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the United States. The most popular tourist attractions in Honolulu is Waikiki beach. Tourists can enjoy various sports in here. Also worth for exploring the live music and nightlife in Honolulu.



Here are the top tourist attractions in Honolulu you must see:



1. Waikiki Beach







Waikiki beach is situated to the south of the

7 Tourist Attractions in Tibet You Must See

In Tibet many amazing tourist attractions. In the State of the Dalai you can enjoy the expanse of grassland in Shegar, Yamdrok Tso Lake (one of the largest lake in Tibet), the rows of the Himalayas with eternal snow, riding animals Tibetan, Yak, and see the typical Tibetan house shaped boxes.



Here are the best tourist attractions in Tibet you must see:



1. Potala Palace







Potala Palace

7 Top Tourist Attractions In Amsterdam

Many interesting tourist attractions in Amsterdam. Amsterdam is located in the province of North Holland is one of the attractive tourist city in summer (June-September). The largest city in the Netherlands are very diverse as it is currently inhabited by the various ethnic groups from all over the world.



In Amsterdam there are old buildings are still preserved, the museum and also the

5 Best National Parks for camping in the USA

You want to feel how the atmosphere of camping in the United States? Before you drop the option, the following five best location to set up a tent and camping while enjoying the beauty of nature in the USA
1. Camping at the beach: Assateague Island, Maryland

Here you can just feel the sand beneath your feet and under your sleeping bag when you set up a tent. Campsites only steps from the water

6 Favorite Tourist Attractions at Paris in the Spring

Enjoy Paris in the spring become a favorite of tourists. Paris in the spring not only present the beautiful scenery but also the cool air while driving around town. Well, here is the favorite tourist attractions in Paris during the spring.



1. Parc de la Villette







Cinema in the open space is not far from the Canal Saint Martin to Parc de la Villette in the north of the city. A giant

Visit Meeru Island, Romantic Attractions in Maldives

Meeru Island, one of the islands in the Maldives could be the choice of a romantic getaway with your partner. Lovely panoramic sea became the most intimate setting for a weekend with your partner.






Who does not know the Maldives? Group of islands are formed from a collection of coral islands surrounding a lagoon in the Indian Ocean. Country in southwest Sri Lanka is indeed famous for its

5 Top Tourist Attractions in Marrakech

Marrakech, Morocco is known as the City of Gold, many interesting tourist attractions in this exotic city, this city also called Al Hamra or the Red and the city is situated at the foot of the Atlas mountains where there is permanent snow on top.



Marrakech was once the capital of Morocco at past time, and until now become one of the major tourist attractions in Morocco. Origin people said the

Top 10 Tunisia Tourist Attractions

Tunisia could be an alternative for your vacation spot. There you will find lots of an attractive tourist attractions. Tunisia is rich in historical and archaeological heritage. In this country, there are now more than 20,000 historic monuments and relics of Carthage (Carthaginian Empire), Roman Empire (Roman Empire), Period of Islam and the modern era. Tunisia have contributed to a traditional

Visit Payar Island Marine Park, Malaysia Tourist Attractions

If you are diving enthusiasts and want to vacation in Malaysia, Pulau Payar Marine Park is a tourist attractions that is right to visit. This location is the best place to enjoy the underwater scenery in Malaysia.



Payar Island Marine Park is located in the northern Strait of Malacca, precisely located in Kuala Kedah off the beach. Payar Island Marine Park actually includes four islands at

Havasu Falls, Beautiful Attractions in Grand Canyon

In the middle of a barren hill in the Grand Canyon, there was a very beautiful waterfall. Blue and fresh, that's the right word to represent the Havasu Falls.



Who does not know the Grand Canyon, the first national park in the United States, precisely located in northern Arizona, USA. But who would have thought, in the middle of the barren cliffs of the Grand Canyon there is an oasis that

Angola's Boy Scouts - "Always Alert"

Luanda - At least 20,000 Boy Scouts are registered in Angolan religious entities and they have been working everyday towards to the Angolan community's well-being.

These remarks were uttered recently by the head of the Angolan National Scouting Movement, António Silvestre Sardinha, when welcoming 2.000 delegates from 21 African countries to attend the 15th African conference on scouting in Angola's capital Luanda,  from June 7-9.  The event was attended by high-ranked figures of scounting, namely the African regional director Frederic Kama-Kama, secretary-general of scouting movement, Luc Panissod and the chairman of the world scouting committee, Simon Rhee.

The 15th African Conference on Scouting in Luanda was focused on the theme “Scouting, a vehicle for Africa’s development”, and debated the implementation of policies and guidelines defined in the World Conference for National Associations of Scouting. The conference also debated the goals and programmes for the coming mandate, as well as training actions under the programme of the Angolan government. 

Angolan Scouting was widespread in colonial years, working closely with Portugal's Catholic Corpo National de Escutas.  When Angola gained its independence in 1975 and came under Marxist rule, Scouting was banned by that government.  Scouting was officially started again in February 1991.  In 1994, the inter-religious Associação National de Escuteiros and the Catholic Associação de Escuteiros Católicas de Angola merged forming the AEA.  Scouting includes an inter-religious pastoral commission which brings together the main religions represented by the members of the Scout Association. 

Scouting in Angola enjoys special support from the Catholic Church and some groups are closely linked to the church, and excellent relations exist with UN agencies. Together with UNICEF, Scouting has been in the forefront of the campaign for children's immunization against polio. Scouting activities focus on improving the quality of life in local communities. These include humanitarian assistance to those who have fled armed conflict, working with UNICEF on Oral Rehydration Therapy programs, and an anti-polio campaign led by the Ministry of Health. (ANGOP, Google)

5 Top Tourist Attractions In Seoul, South Korea

Not only identical to the K-Pop, South Korea, especially Seoul also has many beautiful tourist attractions. For the traveler, this is the 5 tourist attractions in Seoul which must to visit when you vacation in South Korea:



1. N Seoul Tower







If talking about the South Korea, it could not be separated from the N Seoul Tower. Yes, it was the name. Tower with a height of 237 meters is

5 Pattaya Tourist Attractions You Must Visit

Pattaya, a city in Bangkok, Thailand, famous for it's nightlife. Pattaya is known as a party town which crowded by tourists, Pattaya also including the one place that must be visited during traveling to Thailand. Many tourist attractions in Pattaya you must visit, here are:



1. Beaches / Water Tourism







The beach is the main tourist attractions Pattaya, you can play on the beach along the

Things To Do In Maldives

Consisting of 1,190 tropical islands stretching from the Indian Ocean, the Maldives truly paradise for sea tourists attractions. Many beautiful attractions such as the spread of coral reefs and lagoons which large, and at least 10% over the inhabited islands. Warm and crystal clear sea water, making tourists stand for long here.







With temperatures that fluctuate between 26-32 degrees

Visit Bondi Beach, Popular Sidney Tourist Attractions

Beaches not only as sun loungers for the tourists. Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, have a fun way to attract tourists. Sculpture by the Sea is a sculpture exhibition held annually at this beach.



Beaches become one tourist attraction to come to a country or region. Sunbathing, surfing, snorkeling, and diving has become a common destination of tourists come to the beach.







Unlike the

5 Best Tourist Attractions in Queensland Australia

Let's visit Queensland Australia. Queensland is rich in natural beauty and pleasant tourist attractions as a gateway to experience could not to be missed in Australia. In queensland you can explore the stunning Gold Coast, feel the sand skiing, at Tangalooma, or diving, enjoy the underwater beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, etc.



Here are the best tourist attractions in Queensland you must

5 Best Tourist Attrations In Tasmania

If  you want to get vacation, Tasmania could be your choice for destination. Tasmania, Australia  is  beautiful  to explore, which consists of 26 small islands. Here you can walk around the area of forest, beach and 200 of the most beautiful vineyards. Here are the best tourist attractions in Tasmania:



1. Hobart







Hobart, this beautiful town famous for its Georgian-style buildings and

Eisriesenwelt Ice Cave, Magnificient Austria Tourist Attractions

Eisriesenwelt is a most magnificent ice cave in the world. In it, you can see the ice cubes of different forms of unique and funny. Giant ice cave is located in Werfen, Austria. With a length of 42 km, Eisriesenwelt become the largest grotto in the world and long.







The cave is formed by the flow of water from the River Salzach. When winter came, the cold air flow covering the cave entrance

See Stunning Wayag Island, Raja Ampat Indonesia

Raja Ampat has all the requirements to become the world's best destinations. Small islands and underwater beauty tempting. Essence of the beauty of Raja Ampat, Indonesia located in Wayag Islands.







Blue waters with coral reefs are clearly visible beneath it, will you can take while enjoying the Raja Ampat. If the underwater diving, marine fish are pretty will welcome you.



Wayag islands

7 Birmingham Tourist Attractions

Birmingham is not less interesting than the London and Manchester. The town is located between London and Manchester is rich in historic old buildings, with charming architecture. Amazingly, many older buildings are in good condition and very well maintained. If you are interested to visit Birmingham, Here are Birmingham tourist attractions you can visit:
1. Victoria Square

Victoria Square is a

Things To Do In Kiev, Ukraine

Kiev, the capital of Ukraine had its own charm to attract tourists with the nuances of a typical antique cities of Eastern Europe. Cities with an average temperature of 21 degrees Celsius during the summer has a population of about 4 million inhabitants. As a country in eastern Europe, Ukraine Cyrillic languages​​, like that used Russia.







Slightly greater effort is needed to vacation here

Visit Baluarte Bridge in Mexico, The Highest Bridge in the World

Baluarte bridge in Mexico which is the highest bridge in the world, 403 meters. Baluarte bridge height is only slightly less than the Petronas Twin Towers in Malaysia, 452 meters, and about almost 3 times higher than the monument, 137 meters. The bridge connects the city of Mazatlan with City of Durango, precisely located in the Sierra Madre mountains, north of Mexico.







Baluarte record

Top Tourist Attractions In Cairo, Egypt

Cairo, the city's rich history of world civilization. A fascinating culture, the Suez Canal, to the roar of the Nile entertainment throughout the night. Many tourist attractions can be explored when you visit Cairo. Here are the top tourist attractions in Cairo, Egypt:



1. Pyramids of Giza







Egypt has not been to see the Pyramids otherwise lawful. Symbols Egyptian tombs of the kings is

Socotra Island Unique Tourist Attractions In Yemen

Stunned and breathless, maybe that's the first thing you do upon arriving at the island of Socotra, Yemen. The island has more than 800 species of rare plants and unique guaranteed. Socotra island became one of the popular tourist attractions in Yemen.







An unusual sight greeted every tourist who arrives on the island of Socotra, Yemen. This island is unique and special because it is

Visit Virgin Beach, Bali Tourist Attractions

Do not only know Kuta, Lovina, Dreamland, and Tanah Lot only. In fact, Bali still having another beautiful beach, that is the Virgin Beach, the beach in Karangasem district that are still awake from the hands of tourists.







Who says there is no longer clean and quiet beaches in Bali. The proof is in the Perasi village, Karangasem district, there is a Virgin Beach is indeed a virgin. Virgin

African Folklore: Why Elephant Has a Trunk

(A traditional tale common to several tribal groups in southern Africa)  In the beginning of time, the Creator brought forth all the animals of the bush and birds and insects of the air from the roots of a huge baobab tree. Most of the creatures look the same as they did then, but some have changed in appearance sine the time of creation.

One such animal is Elephant, who originally did not possess a trunk but a pig-like snout instead.  Feeding was a constant problem for such a large, thick-set animal and it seemed that Elephant had to ear non-stop morning noon and night to satisfy the needs of his enormous body.  Drinking was even more complicated as Elephant had to kneel at the water hole and gulp down great mouthfuls of water to quench his thirst. Both eating and drinking were laborious and time-consuming.

One day a group of elephants trekked a long way from their feeding grounds to a distant water hole; the long dry season had dried up most of the smaller pans and springs.  This water hole was the home of a hug he, old crocodile who had gone without food for a long time and was feeling particularly hungry on that day.

When Crocodile saw the herd approaching, he slipped quietly from the sandbank, where he had been sunning himself, into the murky water.  Swimming slowly along, with just his eyes and nostrils showing above the surface, Crocodile cruised over to where he knew the elephants would drink, without making a ripple on the pool's smooth surface.  Not even the inquisitive vervet monkey, feeding high in the nearby trees, saw him swim to where he lay in ambush.

The elephants made their way down the well-trodden game trail to the sand beach.  There they laboriously sank to their knees and started to gulp down the refreshing water.  Crocodile saw his opportunity, and with a huge splash he lunged with terrifying speed at the young bull elephant drinking closest to him.


The other elephants lumbered to their feet, squealing in fright, and turned to run away.  All, that is, but the young bull, who had Crocodile's vice-like jaws clamped over his pig-like snout.  A terrible tug-of-war then started.  Try as they might, the other elephants could not get a decent hold on the young bull to help set him free.  Crocodile used all his great strength and weight to try to pull the young bull elephant into the  water.  Elephant was also so strong and heavy, and despite the pain in his snout, he used his great strength and weight to save himself.

For hours both these great creatures pulled and tugged in their desperate battle, and bit by bit the only thing that gave way was Elephant's snout.  With each pull and tug Elephant's nose stretched a little. On and on went the battle and more and more was Elephant's nose stretched until Crocodile's energy was spent.  Exhausted after hours and hours of pulling and tugging, Crocodile suddenly let go of Elephant's nose and slid back into the quiet pool.  So sudden was his release that Elephant sprawled back in the sand, surprised by Crocodile's surrender.

The other elephants gathered around, relieved at the young bull's escape. But when they realized that he was not badly hurt, they started to laugh at him. The young bull was mortified by this, especially as his poor, torn nose was very tender and painful.  When he looked at this reflection in a shadow pool nearby, however, he had to admit he was the strangest looking elephant he had ever seen.

Instead of a short snout he now had a long, rubbery trunk that stretched down to the ground.  No matter what he did, he could not get it to shrink back to its normal size and he had to suffer further jeers and taunts from the other elephants.

As time went by the wounds healed and the pain subsided, but he was still left with an embarrassingly wobbly, useless trunk. He spent more and more time on his own, away from the herd. Eventually he came to terms with the fact that he stuck with his strange new appendage. Slowly, but surely, he learned how to control his trunk and to put it to use.

He learned how to to use it to make feeding and drinking much quicker and easier, allowing him more time for relaxation. The trunk was most useful in enabling him to cross rivers that were deeper than head height and to scent breezes to check for danger, or other elephants. He could pull down the most succulent fruits and leaves from the highest branches, uproot the tenderest grasses, and pop them all in his mouth! He could even pick up sticks to use as back-scratchers to relieve the most awkward of itches!

The other elephants soon stopped jeering at the young bull when they saw what an advantage a trunk was. Rather than admit that they had been wrong, one by one they would sneak off to the crocodile's pool and present their snouts for extension.   They all considered the danger and discomfort of the operation worth it to gain the advantages of a marvelous, flexible trunk. No one knows what Crocodile thought of all these exhausting bouts, but one thing is certain, he still went hungry!

To this day it is pointed out that all new-born elephants take time to learn how to use their wobbly, hosepipe trunks.  They suckle from their mothers and kneel to drink from pans with their mouths, just as their ancestors did before they learnt how to master the use of their versatile trunks.  (From When Elephant was King and other Elephant Tales from Africa by Nick Greaves(

9 Best Tourist Attractions in Vina del Mar, Chile

Vina del Mar is one of the most popular resort in Chile, which offers beautiful beaches with friendly locals as tourists. What are the interesting sights of this destination?



Regions Vine del Mar is situated on the coast of the Pacific Ocean just a few miles to the north of Valparaiso. In addition to superb beach, there are also several museums, cultural attractions and historical buildings.

7 Interesting Las Vegas Tourist Attractions

Nightclubs and the casino can not be separated from the identity of the city of Las Vegas. In this city all the fanfare and excitement you can get. But in Las Vegas is not just a club, bar, or casino it can be visited. Here also there are some interesting tourist attractions that pity if passed. Here are 7 interesting tourist attractions and free of charge in Las Vegas.



1. The Wynn

Visit Crocosaurus Cove, Unique Darwin Tourist Attractions

Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Northern Australia, presents the tourist attractions of unusual adrenaline triggers. There, there is a pool containing crocodiles and you can go into it.



Do not miss this rare opportunity get into the pool contains a crocodile while on holiday to Darwin, Australia. Located at 58 Mitchell Street, a crocodile named Crocosaurus Cove provides an unusual tour. Here, you

Spectacular 7 Floating Hotel in the World

Stay in the hotel that stood on the sea could be the a fun vacation. Later, this hotel is very popular. If you are confused to prepare holiday plans, may stay at the hotel that stood on the sea can be an alternative. In addition to new experiences, you can also get a very interesting sight.



To help you plan a vacation, this is a spectacular 7 floating hotel in the world,



1. Punta Caracol