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Vatican –the holy city for every Roman Catholic is the smallest country of the world fortified by walls on four sides, it is located on the western part of Rome across the Tiber River.
The major attraction of the city is the St. Peter’s Basilica which is the head of the Roman Catholic Church, and is the biggest church of the world.

La Pieta, the remarkable signed statue by Michelangelo’s is another major attraction. The roof top and the dome provide an excellent view of the city of Rome.

The Vatican Museum attracts tourists with its priceless collection across the history of time. Inside the Museum Sistine Chapel is particularly famous for Michelangelo’s unique ceiling painting.
Other attractions include the Grottos, Piazza San Pietro, Castel Sant’angelo and the Swiss Guards of the pope.

Vatican being a religious city, shopping items mainly includes religious paraphernalia as well, statues, prayer cards, and even picture postcards as well as sovereign stamps of the state of Vatican can be brought as memorabilia.

The capital city of Argentina with a population of over three millions the second largest city of South America, is famous worldwide for the dance form “tango.”

The culture of Buenos Aries is mainly influenced by the European Culture, and the evidence of it can be clearly seen in the Corrientes Avenue which is the city’s cultural centre. Recoleta is another beautiful tourist spot known for its dining and entertainment options. The neighborhood of “Caminito provides glimpse into the vivacious dance form of tango, 9 de Julio Avenue is famous for being the largest avenue of the world. Other tourist attractions include La Boca,San Telmo, Microcentro, Plaza de Mayo, The Congress, and the Belgrano.

Shopping items in Buenos Aries includes include antique crystal chandeliers and top-quality suede jacket , antique handicrafts ,canvas art, framed art, frames, giclee prints, specialty prints ,wall decals, wall murals, wall signs, wall tapestries and hand painted art.

Located on the South Eastern part of Australia, the cultural capital of Australia is voted as one of the world’s most livable cities mainly because of its high quality of life and the friendly behavior of its citizens.

An idle way to start a tour of the city is by visiting the Melbourne Observation Deck which provides a magnificent view of the city’s skyline. The second most important attraction is the federation Square, and the Flinders Street Railway Station – the oldest station of Australia.

For some fun activities tourists can visit the Luna Park, or Steal a look at the Melbourne Aquarium, Colonial Tramcar Restaurant.
Other attraction includes the Crown Entertainment Complex, Enterprise Landing Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) which is pilgrimage spot for all cricket fans.

Australia is famous for her wine, so wine is top most preferred shopping item in Australia, along with some sculptures, modern paintings and jewelry.

Christchurch the second largest urban centre of New Zealand has very elegantly maintained a fine balance between the old world charm and new age revolutions.

Christchurch has something to offer for tourists of all age group, taste, and budget.

The main attractions include the A ride on the Tranz alpine express, spectacular balloon flights ,white water rafting ,jet boat tours, kayak tours of the spectacular Banks peninsula. Motor cross tours, skiing, hiking, Expeditions to sub Antarctic islands in a ship, etc.

But tourists wishing to have a quieter and relaxing vacation can opt for a tour of the Arthur’s Pass National Park, International Antarctic Centre, and the gothic styled Christchurch Cathedral.

Other relaxing tours include a silent gondola ride on the river Avon, or the Christchurch Tramway ride through the centre of the city covering the main tourist attractions.

The main shopping items from Christchurch include the greenstone, bone, paua and black and coloured shell pieces. Maori Weapons, Snowy Peak range of knitwear. Sheepskin slipper, Natural Timber Clocks.

Seychelles is an archipelago nation of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, located on a north eastern side of the island of Madagascar know mainly for its un spoilt tropical beauty and underwater activities.
There is an abundance of activities to indulge in Seychelles. Primary among them includes is to go scuba diving or snorkeling because there can b no better ways of exploring the marine world that Seychelles offers.

Lesser adventurous tourist can always check out the Botanical garden in Victoria, or simply relax at the wonderful beaches of Anse Lazio, on Praslin Island, and Anse Source D’Argent, on La Digue Island,

Other important Tourist spots include the Vallee De Mai and the Marine Park. Seychelles is also a wonderful place to go bird watching at Veuve Reserve, or watch the giant tortoise at e Aldabra Atoll
Crafts like sea shells, jewelry, batik textiles, basket ware, tablemats and hats from raffia and palm, needlework and crochet, local paintings, beautiful bamboo and woodwork, are among the Seychelles beautiful souvenirs that tourists can carry back home.