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Acapulco

Acapulco is a famous getaway from the U.S., Canada and from the Latin American countries. Its rocking nightlife, postcard beaches, unlimited water sports, first-class hotels, gourmet restaurants and the breath taking beauty of the Acapulco bay qualify it as a perfect holiday destination! Acapulco’s warm water Bay and pristine beaches for irresistible for sun worshippers ad water lovers alike. The fishing in Acapulco, particularly sailfish, is legendary.

The snorkeling and scuba diving are also first rate and there is nothing as exciting as jumping on a jet-ski and riding at full throttle across Acapulco Bay! Apart from just the beach, Acapulco’s beach and slides, a sky coaster and a dolphinarium where you even swim with the dolphins for an hour! Finally, the cliff divers at Lea Quebrada are really a must-see while in Acapulco.

These fearless young me dive from perilous and jagged cliffs into a narrow inlet where huge waves enter and crash over the rocks. The timing of their dives is crucial and must be perfectly executed to coincide with the incoming waves that cushion their impact and protect them from landing in the shallows. Shows are on through the day but last show of the evening is done with divers holding torches that are extinguished as they hit the water

Taxco

Just about three-hour drive from Mexico City, Taxco is one of those quaint, picture perfect towns that never seem to age. It still remains its colonial ambiance with red tiled roofs, cobble-stoned, narrow Winding Street and the towering, impressive 240 year old Santa PicasaZocalo”, or town square, is a great starting point from which to explore this beautiful city that is built on a hill in the state of Guerrero. The square is located directly across from the church and is surrounded by shops and cafes. cathedral. The “

Located in the hills between Acapulco and about 100 miles from Southwest of the Mexico City, Taxco is one of the oldest mining sites located in the Americas. Famous for its old and new silver mines, it’s no wonder that the secrets of Taxco are dotted with hundreds of silver shops. So, if you are shopping for silver, in any form or shape, you will not probably find a better place. But be sure to strike a bargain on the listed price! For foodies who want to experience Mexican food that goes beyond tacos, fajitas, try the delicious “Pozole”. It is a soup-like dish of large corn pieces called hominy, avocado, pork rind/fat, and some crispy tortilla crumbles. Try it at the top of the hill above the small covered market which sells silver, it’s cheap, tasty, and rather filling

Tamil Nadu is the land of Tamil people who feel pride in their legacy of being the original inhabitants of India, with a history that dates back several thousand years.

With a history akin to a rich and colorful tapestry, and a living habitat that goes to pre-historic times, the history of Tamil Nadu and the civilization of the Tamil people are among the oldest in the world. Throughout its history, which spans the early Paleolithic age to modern times, this region has co-existed with various external cultures. Apart from relatively short periods in its history, the Tamil region has remained independent of external occupation.

Among the major dynasties that rules Tamil Nadu in ancient times were the Cholas, the Pallavas, and the Pandyas. They brought to the land their unique culture and language, contributing to the growth of some of the oldest literature in the world, because of the sate’s extensive maritime trade contacts with the Roman Empire. These dynasties vied for hegemony over this land. The Kalabhras invaded Tamil Nadu during the third century and disturbed order of land by displacing the three ruling dynasties.

Rapid changes in the political situation in the rest of India due to incursions of Muslim armies from the North-West marked a turning point in the history of Tamil Nadu. Thereafter, with the decline of three ancient dynasties during the 14^th century, the Tamil country became a part of the Vijayanagara Empire. After India’s independence, the state of Tamil Nadu was born, based on linguistic boundaries.

Monuments and Temples

The state is famous for its temple architecture, with more than 30,000 temples erected by various dynasties. It is referred to as “the cradle of Dravidian culture”, an ancient culture that is distinguished by unique languages and custom. Thus, the Tamil Nadu became the hub of many beautiful and amazing monuments, which attracted tourists from all over the world. These attractive monuments speak volumes about the artistic skills and excellence of the sculptors and architects of that period. The temples with their towering gopurams (spires) and the rock-cut temples, leave connoisseurs of art and architecture speechless.

Mahabalipuram 60 km south of Chennai, nesting on the shores of the Bay of Bengal, is the second largest world heritage site, with its group of monuments, including Arjuna’a penance, an enormous relief made on two huge boulders.

Festivals are a daily feature in Tamil Nadu. The major festivals celebrated include Navarathri or Dussehra, Deepavali, Karthika, and Pongal. A unique festival of carnatic music, the Thyagaraja music held in January every year at Thiruvaiyar, the birth place of famous singer-port Thyagaraja. The festival creates a unique atmosphere marked by a multitude of classical vocalists singing in unison.