Eiffel Tower in Paris

The Eiffel Tower in Paris is the most famous tourist attraction in France. The amazing Eiffel Tower was designed and built by an intelligent French engineer Gustave Eiffel for the world exhibition of 1889, commemorating the centenary of the French Revolution. One of the greatest engineering masterpieces in the world, the Eiffel Tower rises to 300 m /984 ft (320/1,052 ft. including the FM and TV antenna) above the ground, weighing about 7,000 tons. At the time of its construction it was the tallest structure in the world.

The Eiffel Tower has three platforms: the first at a height of 57 meters, the second at 115 meters, and the third at 276 m, all of them providing stunning views of Paris and the surrounding Ile de France region. The pre-sunset view of Paris from its third floor is truly a breathtaking one, indeed an unforgettable experience for tourists.

The Eiffel Tower also has two well-maintained restaurants- Altitude 95 on the first platform, and the extremely expensive Jules Verne with a private elevator on the second floor. The top platform of the Eiffel Tower has a bar, a souvenir shop, and the erstwhile office of Gustave Eiffel. To reach the Tower's summit, one needs to cover a staggering 1,665 steps.

Sandakan Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center Malaysia

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The Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center, located near the town of Sandakan, is one of the best places on earth to see the famous wild man of Borneo in its natural habitat. Here at the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center, the largest and oldest of its kind on earth, a dedicated team of professionals work tirelessly to assist orphaned, abandoned or abused Orang tans to learn the survival skills they need to return to their natural habitat - the teeming jungles of Borneo.

A raised wooden walkway takes you to the observation deck where Orangutans slowly emerge from the rainforest to be fed by the rangers. The Sepilok centre supplements the rehabilitated Orangutan's diet with a feeding at 10.00am and 3.00pm. Although there is a high possibility of seeing Orangutans during the feeding time, wildlife sightings can not guaranteed as the Orangutans roam freely in the jungle.

The Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center is a wonderful facility and its objectives have expanded in recent years. It now also provides medical aid to other local wildlife species including; Sun Bears, Gibbons, Sumatran Rhinoceros and the occasional injured Elephant.

During your visit to Sandakan you will also have the chance to visit the Puh Jih Shih Buddhist Temple. The temple is situated on a hill-top looking and provides great photo opportunities of the breathtaking views over Sandakan Bay.

After lunch, transfer to Sandakan airport to catch your flight back to Kota Kinabalu.

Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary Malaysia

Visit the Elephant Conservation Farm at Kuala Gandah - only one and a half hour's journey from Kuala Lumpur. Located in a beautiful tropical rainforest, the Elephant 'Sanctuary' in an ambitious elephant conservation program implemented and managed by the Malaysian Wildlife Society, where you come into close contact with semi-wild elephants. Truly an exciting and never-to-be forgotten experience!

Highlights

• Visit the Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary also known as the Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Center on this tour from Kuala Lumpur
• Spend the day up close and personal with these semi-wild elephants
• Feed, ride and experience the thrill of bathing the elephants
• Visit a oil palm and rubber plantation
• Your own private guide
• Hotel pickup and drop off

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Spend a very special day at the Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary on a private tour you'll never forget. This truly exciting experience takes you to Malaysia's tropical rainforest, 1.5 hours from Kuala Lumpur, for a fully personalized visit to the elephant sanctuary.

The Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary is an ambitious elephant conservation program implemented and managed by the Malaysian Wildlife Society. When you visit, you'll come into close contact with semi-wild elephants and spend an exhilarating day with these unique creatures. You'll take rides, feed them fruit and experience the thrill of bathing with the elephants at a nearby river all under the watchful eye and careful supervision of the elephant's skilled trainers. The specially trained and committed team of wildlife experts are dedicated to the protection and preservation of the Asian elephants.

At the sanctuary, you will also enjoy a 30-minute documentary on the conservation activities and programs carried out by the team. This private tour offers a wildlife experience that's not to be missed!

Top Ten Cities in Italy.

Italy has many beautiful and historic cities worth a visit. Travel to cities is best done by train as driving in Italian cities may be very difficult and the extensive Italian train system is inexpensive. Most city centers are well-suited to walking and parts of the city centers may be closed to transportation. Large Italian cities generally have good public transportation, too. Check the distances between cities with our Distance Calculator.

1. Rome - Roma

Piazza del Popolo picture by James Martin

Rome is the capital of modern Italy. Rome is full of history everywhere you look. It has many ancient monuments, interesting medieval churches, beautiful fountains, museums, and Renaissance palaces. Modern Rome is a bustling and lively city and has some excellent restaurants and nightlife. The Vatican and St. Peter's are also found in Rome.
 

2. Venice - Venezia

Basilica San Marco © by Martha Bakerjian, licensed to About.com

Venice is a unique city built on water in the middle of a lagoon. Venice is one of Italy's most beautiful and romantic cities as well as one of the most popular for visitors to Italy. The heart of Venice is Piazza San Marco with its magnificent church. There are many museums, palaces, and churches to visit and wandering along Venice's canals is interesting. Venice is in the northeast of Italy and historically was a bridge between East and West.
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3. Florence - Firenze

Ponte Vecchio © by Martha Bakerjian, licensed to About.com

Florence is one of the most important Renaissance architectural and art centers. Its Duomo and Baptistery are magnificent but crowded with tourists as is their large piazza. Florence has several interesting museums with many famous paintings and sculptures. There are also Medici palaces and gardens. Florence is in Tuscany.
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4. Milan - Milano

Picture of Milan Duomo ©2006 by James Martin

Milan, one of Europe's richest cities, is known for stylish shops, galleries, and restaurants and has a faster pace of life than most Italian cities. It also has a rich artistic and cultural heritage. Its Duomo, with its beautiful marble facade, is magnificent. La Scala is one of the world's most famous opera houses.
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5. Naples - Napoli

Castel dell'Ovo © James Martin

Naples is one of Italy's most vibrant cities. It lies on the coast south of Rome and is the most important city in southern Italy. Naples has recently undergone some renovation but still retains much of its old character. It holds many historical and artistic treasures.
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6. Verona

Roman Arena © Martha Bakerjian, licensed to About.com

Verona is known for the story of Romeo and Juliet and for its Roman Arena, the third largest in Italy and the venue for a top opera festival. Verona has a good medieval center, Roman remains, and an interesting castle complex. It's the fourth most visited city in Italy and well worth a stop on a northern Italy travel itinerary.
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7. Turin - Torino

Turin Picture ©2006 by James Martin

Turin, host of the 2006 Winter Olympics, is a major cultural hub with excellent museums, elegant shops, and good restaurants. There are also some very nice examples of baroque architecture and historic palaces. Turin has many historic cafes, artisan workshops, and arcades. Turin is in the northwest of Italy, between the Po River and the foothills of the Alps.
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8. Bologna

Bologna Picture © James Martin

Bologna is known for its beauty, wealth, cuisine, and left-wing politics. Its streets are lined with beautiful arcades, making it a good place to walk even in the rain. It has one of Europe's oldest universities and a nice medieval center. There are several attractive squares, lined with buildings with nice porticoes. Bologna is the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy.
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9. Perugia

View of Perugia © by James Martin

Perugia is a very cosmopolitan city and home to two universities. It hosts a world-famous jazz festival in the summer and its University for Foreigners is a great place to learn Italian. It's a walled city on a hilltop with great views over the valley and has several important monuments and a good central square. Its history goes back to the ninth century BC. Perugia is in the center of Italy and is the capital of the region of Umbria.
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10. Genoa - Genova

Genoa Duomo © James Martin

Genoa, on the northwest coast of Italy, is Italy's principal seaport. Genoa was a 2004 European Culture Capital; money flowed into the port city made famous by Columbus and now it's a better place than ever to visit. Genoa has a fascinating aquarium, an interesting port area, and a historic center said to be the largest medieval quarter in Europe, with a wealth of churches, palaces, and museums.
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