Thursday, October 23, 2014

KYOTO, DISCOVER THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CITY OF THE WORLD



Each year the magazine "Travel + Leisure" is the most beautiful city in the world, using criteria such as art and culture, monuments and sights, food and restaurants, hospitality, and even romance of the city. For four years, Bangkok, capital of Thailand, dominating the ratings, but this is the Japanese city Kyoto topped consultation. Here are the images of the best features of the Japanese city, capital of Japan feudal and imperial until 1868.
Le temple Ninna-ji
Ninna-ji temple

Le château Nijo-jo
Nijo-jo Castle

La rivière de Kamogawa
Kamogawa River

Une exploitation de thé à Ujitawara
Exploitation tea Ujitawara

Le quartier de Ponto-cho
The district of Ponto-cho


La route des lumières lors du festival qui a lieu en mars à Kyoto
The road lights during the festival which takes place in March in Kyoto

Des Geisha du quartier de Gion
Geisha of Gion

Maiko
Maiko

Maiko

Kimono traditionnel
Traditional Kimono

By Hicham Bichr

The most beautiful terraces of hotels in the world

Lebua At State Tower Bangkok


1/ Lebua At State Tower Bangkok











Galerie, les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
2/ New York. The Gansevoort Hotel is a luxury hotel in the Meatpacking District. The modern architecture of the hotel doubles as a last cry interior design, reflecting the lifestyle in vogue in the Big Apple. One of the trendiest bars in the city is on the roof of the hotel. Plunge Bar, mixing guests and jet setters of the New York scene. In the afternoon, visitors can climb to admire the Hudson River below, or take a dip in the pool, where there is music even under water. From 350 euros per night.

Galerie, les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
3/ Athens. The Fresh Hotel is located in the heart of the Greek capital. Clear structure, pop and bright colors in a modern general style, these are the features of this four-star hotel. The thing about this city hotel lies in its "Air Lounge" on the roof. Perched on the ninth floor, visitors can enjoy light snacks and refreshments while enjoying the view of the Acropolis. Until two in the morning, the pool also calls for a dip under the starry sky of the illustrious city. From 100 euros per night.


Galerie, les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
4/ Prague. Hotel U Prince is located directly in front of the town hall of Prague. 12th century, the building is home to only 24 rooms richly decorated with thick fabrics and solid wood. The restaurant, located on the roof, is a popular meeting place for both locals and hotel guests. Needless to say that attending the terrace, overlooking the rooftops of the historic Prague, is especially popular in summer. From 110 €.




Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde5/ Las Vegas. In this incredible city the choice is much more complicated, hotels compete to seduce tourists, players and nocturnal birds. The Palms Casino Resort is one of the most legendary area of the Las Vegas casino-hotels. Covering an area of ​​8800 square meters, here everything is possible, play, take care of themselves at the spa, enjoy a concert or cross peoples as Paris Hilton and Britney Spears. Playboy or MTV events are the club 'Moon' on the top floor. The space has a stunning view of the excitement and the twinkling lights of the city. From 150 euros per night.

Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
6/ Moscow, The Ritz-Carlton. Directly located on the Red Square, the Ritz-Carlton will be more central. Inside, polished cherry wood, marble and precious chandeliers confirm the standing of this luxurious five-star hotel. The terrace restaurant located on the 11th floor becomes a trendy lounge bar in the evening. The O2 Lounge Bar is one of the hottest clubs in the capital. International DJ, are the gilded youth dance until dawn, overlooking the Kremlin. From 300 euros per night.


Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
7/ London. The Trafalgar Hotel is an elegant boutique Hotel. Featuring an impressive exterior design, this four-star also holds the promise inside: elegant walnut furniture, lighting design and installations, create an elegant atmosphere. From the roof of the hotel where the bar "Vista", guests can watch diving activity on Trafalgar Square. And so, after a day in town, put quiet terrace on a distanced the bustling city look. From 250 euros per night.



Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
8/ In Bangkok, the very chic and urban Lebua at State Tower is located along the Chao Phraya River. It is the second largest building in the Thai capital. The terrace of the restaurant The latter, called the "Sirocco" is the 63rd floor. Customers can fully enjoy the view, enjoying dishes of Mediterranean cuisine. The more adventurous can also experience the sensation of floating above the city, visiting the bar on a promontory projecting into space. The price of a basic room is on average 100 euros.


Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde9/ The huge hotel complex Jumeirah Beach Hotel Dubai is situated along the coast opposite the bodies of turquoise water of the Persian Gulf. The luxury hotel has 617 rooms, own private beach of fine sand, and more than 20 restaurants, bars and cafes. The elegant "Uptown Bar" of the 24th floor, offers spectacular panoramic views: Sunset or sunrise, city lights, a whole program. From 200 euros per night.




Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
10/ Paris. Located in the arts district of Montmartre, the Terrass Hotel de Paris is an elegant four-star spot 98 rooms very stylish. It an ideal base for exploring the capital. On the seventh floor is a terrace / panoramic restaurant on Paris. The weekend, Parisians and tourists flock to 'Le Diapason' restaurant for brunch on the rooftops of Paris. Hotel from 180 euros per night.






Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde11/ Barcelona. The Grand Central Hotel and as the name suggests the heart of the city that never sleeps. near the trendy El Born. The imposing facade and interior decoration of the elegant cast you in an atmosphere of the Roaring Twenties. The terrace of 350 square meters, has its pool and frequented by fans of sun in the afternoon bar. The place is particularly suitable for the sun that often extends into a magical night with the Catalan capital has the secret. About 200 euros per night.


Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
12/ NH Parque Central Havana. Nestled in the heart of Havana, near the Cathedral and the Capitol, this four star hotel tastefully combines Spanish colonial style and contemporary design. Going up on the terrace, one reaches a unique perspective on the central park of Havana and the main boulevard Paseo de Prado. At night cocktail around the pool on the roof and Cuban music make unforgettable evenings. From 130 euros per night.



Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
13/ Berlin. Hotel de Rome in Berlin is a luxurious traditional hotel. The hotel is ideally located on Bebelplatz, just off the thoroughfare Unter den Linden and the famous Brandenburg Gate. The original building, dating from 1889 The 146 rooms are all equipped with precious furnishings reflect the historical past of the institution. The set up on the roof terrace, visitors embrace a panoramic view of central Berlin. It takes 250 euros per night minimum off coupon.



Galerie,les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde14/ Lisbon Bairro Alto Hotel .Atmosphère modern and traditional, iron sculptures, black and white photographs, colonial style furniture: the artistic elements used to decorate the hotel reflect the long history of this 18th century building. The terrace is located on the roof, on the sixth floor. Dir Bar serves sandwiches and salads, served at the fine views of the city from across the Tagus River. From 200 euros per night.



Galerie, les plus belles terrasses d'hôtels du monde
15/ Rome. It is in the district of Piazza Navona in central Rome that nestles Hotel St. George Roma. The 15th century building boasts a minimalist modern design combined with luxurious equipment, lounge to the rooms. On the roof, the "Roof Top Lounge Bar" allows customers to look over Rome in the evening, a glass of cocktail in hand. The Eternal City is offered entirely in a magical light and an unforgettable view. Rooms from 200 Euro per night.




By Hicham Bichr

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

The most amazing train in the world

Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde

1/ The Orient Express, one of the most famous trains in the world. After its heyday during the Roaring Twenties, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express was somewhat forgotten. It emerged from its dock in 1980 since he resumed his journey except through Europe like Paris-Venice overnight Paris-Istanbul in 5 nights, via Bucharest and Budapest. This unforgettable experience at a price: between 1,800 and 7,500 euros.



Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde2/ A short distance, but in a mountain atmosphere Russians, rails used by the Flam and connect the city from Myrdal to Flam that you can admire a high landscape in color. Streaming waterfalls, sparkling forests, lakes and mountains across a Norwegian purity.








Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde
3/ El Chepe Chihuahua connects Los Mochis, Mexico. Spend the desert "el norte" to the Pacific coast via El Divisadero, Creel and Batopilas. During the almost 20 hours that made ​​the trip, you can see many views "made in Mexico" Canyon Barranca del Cobre, desert cactus, 39 bridges and 86 tunnels. Scenery guaranteed.







Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde4/ The Indian Pacific is the last transcontinental train still in service. It offers an extraordinary journey, along with a 4,352 km journey across Australia's east coast to west coast between the Pacific and Indian oceans. There are not dismantled route in the world through many different landscapes as the internal of a country. Visit the towns of the Outback Broken Hill, Adelaide and Kalgoorlie. The more exotic, a stop in an isolated Nullarbor Plain on the town.



Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde5/ The Trans-Siberian Railway. Browsing the 9,288 km that separate Moscow from Vladivostok. Meanwhile, you will stop in Yekaterinburg and Irkutsk will approach the shores of the magnificent Lake Baikal. Unless you prefer the Silk Road that runs from Moscow to Amaty. This legendary being currently remains the world's most expensive. It takes 10,000 euros per person on one of 10 trips.



Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde
6/ The luxurious Rovos Rail connects South Africa Cape Town to Johannesburg via Victoria Falls outstanding. It operates with 20-car trains them and a third of 13 cars. Depending on the planned route, trains are pulled by either a steam locomotive, a diesel locomotive or electric locomotive. All cars have a history, starting with their constructions that took place for many in Europe before being shipped by sea. Benefits are luxurious and refined cuisine, prices start above € 1,000.


Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde7/ This luxurious train brings to life the beauty of western Canada and is the best way to experience the majestic Canadian Rockies, Banff and Jasper, a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Many travel opportunities are offered by the company between 2 and up to 25 days for the beauty and secrets of the country would be more for you.







Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde8/ Hiram Bingham through almost all of Peru, Cusco to Machu Picchu. The journey of about three hours includes admission and guided tour of the ancient Inca city. Along the bed of the Urubamba river, you will remain the nose on the window in the splendor of the incredible scenery of the Andes.








Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde9/ The Victoria Express Train is one of the world's most romantic trains. It runs through the lush landscapes of North Vietnam, linking Hanoi to Lao Cai. The Victoria Express is a magical journey of 10 hours, it can only accommodate 48 passengers on comfortable seats. Woodwork, baggage storage, car beds, large windows and two restaurants to satisfy the most demanding customers.




Les trains les plus extraordinaires du monde
10/ The Bernina Express from the oldest city in Switzerland, Chur, in an arid mountain scenery along the Morteratsch Glacier before returning to the South, the heart of the Italian charm of Valtellina to complete his journey to Turin. No less than 55 tunnels and 196 bridges along the route that lasts nearly four hours. Unesco has recognized the path of the Bernina Express by placing it on the World Heritage List. This is one of the rail routes among the most impressive in Europe.



By Hicham Bichr








The most beautiful cherry blossoms on the planet

Cerisiers du Japon

Japanese cherry trees

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

Every year at this time, the magic of nature operates. Among the most beautiful blossoms, cherry blossoms represent for Japonnais real date of Spring Awakening. Much more than the official date of March 21. Shizuoka Japan

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

The cherry blossoms are a barometer of the country. FUKUOKA, Japan

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

The Japanese cherry blossoms mean the ephemeral beauty and they are compared to the beautiful and short life. Suicide bombers painted them on their flight so that their souls are reincarnated in a cherry blossom. Tokyo

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

This flower is expected, revered and loved for over 10 centuries in Japan.

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

It sings, it inspires poets, painters, until the same mentality of Japanese. The flowers begin to bloom in early April, to vanish in May. A cherry blossom front of the castle of Matsue in Japan.


The cherry blossom is called "sakura," a word derived from the Japanese verb "sakuya" (flower). It is also the name of Princess Kono-hana-sakuya-Hime, whose temple is located on top of Mount Fuji.

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

The Hanami was a religious ritual held on a particular day. This marks the arrival of spring, it was customary to make these ceremonies before planting. So we enjoyed the beauty of the cherry blossoms and thereby the quality of rice harvests to come.

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

During the period of Hanami, families and friends gather for picnics and then scroll under the rows of flowers  that turn into good luck.

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This tradition, cherry blossoms, is everywhere in the paintings here Georges Macco

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Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

Here in Washington where 3,000 cherry trees were given in thanks for American mediation that ended the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905. Washington Park

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

The Americans have even made a festival 'The National Cherry Blossom Festival' which runs until April 27, to celebrate music, the centenary of blooms in Washington Park.

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

In France, to see the most beautiful cherry blossoms, Park buckets is certainly the best resource.

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Bucolic walk in the beautiful gardens of the park. Parc de Sceaux

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

"Life is a cherry, death is a core, love a cherry. "Jacques Prévert

Les plus beaux cerisiers en fleurs de la planète

By Hicham Bichr