Sentences with phrase «majestic temples»

Meanwhile, Candi Penataran, at 450 meters above sea level, is said to be the largest and most majestic temple in East Java, and was built around the era of King Srengga from the Kadiri kingdom in the 1200s.

While an Egyptian pharaoh built majestic temples filled with sparkling treasures, the lower classes performed backbreaking work on meager diets, new evidence suggests.

This temple's façade comprises three majestic temple gates made up of white sandstone called «kori», each framing ornately carved wooden doors that are painted in gold.

See amazing sights, explore majestic temples, splash around in waterfalls, visit an active volcano, wander through rice fields, discover idyllic islands and sip cocktails on white sandy beaches.

Avalon Waterways» range of luxury river cruises on the Irrawaddy River in Myanmar are available with up to # 1200 off per person for departures in 2016 making it an affordable adventure for those wanting to experience the region's famed pagodas, majestic temples as well as the most scenic part of the river, north of Mandalay.

Experience life - changing encounters with the Mayan kingdoms, where majestic temples pay tribute to the gods that ruled over these mystical people centuries ago.

The largest Maya city ever excavated in Belize, Caracol is a huge site that features majestic temples that modern visitors can climb to enjoy a spectacular view of the surrounding Chiquibul forest reserve.

The Sun Temple in Konark is one of the most majestic temples to be built and every year the destination comes alive with music and dance.

Siem Reap, home to the majestic temples of Angkor, has long been on the map as a must - visit destination for any traveler to Southeast Asia.

You will explore this area, stopping in Silk, Silversmith, and Cheroot Workshops, and attend a traditional song and dance performance by the Padaung long - necked women who live in this part of Myanmar.This river cruise vacation along the Irrawaddy offers everything from peaceful sailing and alluring scenery to grand, majestic temples and shrines and plenty of interaction with locals to learn and feel a part of the ancient culture.

Visit one of the many spiritual temples at sunrise and a local market selling the unique handicrafts of the region.This river cruise vacation along the Irrawaddy offers everything from peaceful sailing and alluring scenery to grand, majestic temples and shrines and plenty of interaction with locals to learn and feel a part of the ancient culture.

Start in eastern Chennai, formerly Madras, where the British East India Company started trading and travel across the region of Tamil Nadu, viewing its majestic temples, through hills and tea plantations to the lush Kerala region with its inland waterways and charming Fort Cochin.

The pain and suffering caused me to miss a lot of majestic temples, white sandy beaches, and crystal blue water that surrounds the island.

For a more traditional day spent experiencing Balinese history and culture, take a trip to Ubud, just 40 km from Seminyak, and explore some of the ancient and majestic temples.

One of Bali's great spectacles to behold is the Kecak dance, performed on a cliff - top open amphitheatre with a majestic temple nearby and Bali's magical sunset as backdrop.

From the golden beaches of Thailand, Bali and the Philippines to the majestic temples of Central Java and the dramatic coastline of Vietnam, Asia is a region of contrast and variety

Now imagine drifting down a turquoise canal dug by ancient Mayans, with a majestic temple rising behind the mangroves.