Tourism By Region

Altai Expeditions promote preservation and study of the Altai' unique natural world and wildlife protection. Combined eco-tours include 1-4 day jeep safaris and romantic horseback trips into the heart of the Siberian taiga and the alpine zone (3000-4000 m asl). The route runs through all geographic and biotic zones of the Altai Mountains (called "the Russian Switzerland") into the most remote, primeval virgin wilderness area with regulated access regime. Specialized expeditions are also available (botany, zoology, geology, geography).

Specializing in private eco-culture friendly tours and soft adventures away from the normal tourist crowd

Uganda safaris and gorilla tour company that is eco tourism friendly.Others tours are offered to Uganda,kenya,Tanzania and Rwanda gorilla safaris.

A vintage East Africa tour operator specializing in the niche market of ecotourism, cultural safaris and incentive travel in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and South Africa.

Precolonial History Between the 11th century and European colonial conquest in the late 19th century, the area in and around Nigeria was home to a number of sophisticated and influential societies. Among the most important were the northeastern kingdom of Borno, the Hausa city-state/kingdoms of Katsina, Kano, Zaria, and Gobir in northern-central Nigeria, the Yoruba city-states/kingdoms of Ife, Oyo, and Ijebu in southwestern Nigeria, the southern kingdom of Benin, and the Igbo communities of eastern Nigeria. Extensive trading networks developed among these societies and northwards across the Sahara. During the 19th century, the abolition of the slave trade cleared the way for expansion of trade in agricultural produce from Africa to Europe, particularly palm oil from the West African coastal areas. The coastal enclave of Lagos became a British colony in 1861, a center for expansion of British trade, missions, and political influence. Late 19th century and early 20th century Lagos was also a center for educated West African elites who were to play prominent roles in the development of Pan-Africanism as well as Nigerian nationalism. By the end of the 19th century, Britain began an aggressive military expansion in the region. A protectorate was declared over northern Nigeria in 1900. Despite the loss of sovereignty, the strong political and cultural traditions of these societies initially enabled many to accommodate nominal British rule with little change in their way of life. Colonial History Nigeria came under the colonial rule of the British (United Kingdom) during the second half of the 19th century and the first decade of the 20th century. The United Kingdom conquered the territory of present-day Nigeria, except for the section of former German-controlled Kamerun in several stages. The British dependencies of Northern and Southern Nigeria were merged into a single territory in 1914, and a legislative council, initially with limited African representation was created in 1922. Traditional native rulers, however, administered various territories under the supervision of the colonial authorities. In 1947, a federal system of government was established under a new Nigerian constitution introduced by the United Kingdom. This system was based on three regions: Eastern, Western and Northern. The idea was to reconcile the regional and religious tensions as well as accommodating the interest of diverse ethnic groups: mainly the Ibo (in the east), the Yoruba (in the west) and the Hausa and Fulani (in the north). Post Independence History Nigeria was granted full independence in October 1960, as a federation of three regions (northern, western, and eastern) under a constitution that provided for a parliamentary form of government. Under the constitution, each of the three regions retained a substantial measure of self-government. The emergence of a democratic Nigeria in May 1999 ended 16 years of consecutive military rule. Olusegun Obasanjo became the steward of a country suffering economic stagnation and the deterioration of most of its democratic institutions. Obasanjo, a former general, was admired for his stand against the Abacha dictatorship, his record of returning the federal government to civilian rule in 1979, and his claim to represent all Nigerians regardless of religion. The new President took over a country that faced many problems, including a dysfunctional bureaucracy, collapsed infrastructure, and a military that wanted a reward for returning quietly to the barracks. The President moved quickly and retired hundreds of military officers who held political positions, established a blue-ribbon panel to investigate human rights violations, ordered the release of scores of persons held without charge, and rescinded a number of questionable licenses and contracts let by the previous military regimes. The government also moved to recover millions of dollars in funds secreted in overseas accounts.

Life goes wild when one sets out for touring the Indian wildlife destinations, the beauty of the nature in its fullest and the terrain, deep forests and the most exotic animals, make India one of the best places on earth for wildlife-tourism. The names that are included in this arena are also, no less hi profile, and just by hearing the names you'll feel the exotic landscapes and vibrating, wild lives. Even if you don't remember all, do visit Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Corbett and Kaziranga, to meet some really friendly beasts and, of course, no less friendly tribal and spirited folk. Oh, you are free enough, go Ranthambore too. Hot Destination - Jaipur The most renowned tourist destination in India, Jaipur has achieved that position, not by chance. It deserves and, is worth more than just that. As one streaks through the glamorous Raj Palace and takes out some time to refresh the Esophagus with the help of the roadside "chai" (tea), the brain, and of course the ear, starts ticking on the numerous super-stars of Indian tourism. The list is endless, but I can refer you to, at least, the new favourites, the Doodh Mandi and the Elephant rides at Amer Fort. You were looking for the City palace and Hawa Mahal? Go, there too.