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Looking for a Traveler’s paradise? Try Argentina. Hot to cool, it is one of South America’s largest regions, bordering the zesty Chile and tropical Bolivia. Because of its size, not only do you get the chance to cruise through warm forests, but you can coast the edge of South America and gaze at glacially-carved landscapes. There is a lot to see and so much to do, so what are some of Argentina’s hot spots to visit?

Buenos Aires should definitely be near the top of your list. It’s a bustling city full of life and passion that is more than ready to please both natives and visitors alike. Eat at restaurants that serve up excellent gourmet cuisine, or stroll amidst the diverse streets to experience some of the best shopping South America can offer. From intimate boutiques that cater to the cutting edge to the outdoor vendors selling traditional goodies like clothes or native foods, the number of places to shop can’t be beat. You can grab a taxi or travel by foot to gaze at the ritzy neighborhoods or experience the heartbeat of the nightlife. With the old world architecture that still stands in the city to the quaint cafes, everyone is bound to find something they enjoy within this city.

Iguazú Falls is one of Argentina’s jewels. Like the Niagara Falls of South America, Iguazú Falls presents any viewer with an amazing spectacle. Thousands and thousands of gallons of water tumble and churn over rocky cliffs to fall hundreds of feet below where the river continues on its way toward the ocean. Surrounding the entire area is thick forest where wildlife thrives in such a dazzling ecosystem. Hike your way to the falls or hop into a helicopter for a breathtaking view of the entire sight.

Ever wonder what an ice field is like? Head south to check out Glaciar Perito Moreno. While most ice fields are less than accessible, Argentina’s Moreno Glacier isn’t just a slow-moving chunk of ice. In fact, it’s surprisingly fast for a glacier, and is constantly breaking up, with huge pieces of ice crashing into the Iceberg Channel. Carefully placed catwalks and other vantage points let visitors experience the Moreno Glacier at a safe but still intimate distance.

Argentina has much more to offer to visitors of all types. From the wildly adventurous to the city savvy traveler, Argentina will keep you busy from dawn until dusk each and every day.

The Indian Wildlife has been varied as well as rich in nature. Indian land is almost 4% covered by the forests where there are 90 national parks and 482 sanctuaries. There is the mix of species of the various origins. There is the huge number of the national parks and sanctuaries in the country. According to the study India has about 60-70% of biodiversity of the whole world.

Our country is the home of the numerous mammals like Asian Elephants, Asiatic Lion, Bengal Tiger, Sloth Bear, Indian Rhinoceros and Leopard that is associated with deities. The members of the Dog family like Indian Wolf, Golden jackal, Bengal Fox and Dhole or Wild Dogs which are spread vastly. Stripped Hyena, Macaques, Mongoose and Langurs are also spotted here.

Indian Wildlife has has the ‘Wow’ factor as it is having the varied biodiversity and the heritage that attracts the tourists and the visitors from all over the globe. Some of the famous National parks in India are Jim Corbett National Park (Uttaranchal), Bandhavgarh National Park and Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh, Gir National Park in Sasangir (Gujrat), Ranthambhor National Park in Sawai Madhopur which is having around 585 bird species. The first National Park of our country which was established in the foothills of Himalayas was Jim Corbett National Park.

There are certain famous and adventurous wildlife sanctuaries in the country such as:

• Bharatpur Sanctuary in Rajasthan: It is known as the best bird sanctuary of the country. The Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary covers 29 square kilometers and supports 300 species of birds.
• Jim Corbett: It has been located at the foothills of Himalayas. It is having the diverse variety of the flora and fauna. It has been popular for the tigers, leopards and elephants. It has been built in the year 1936. Regarding the flora of the Corbett it is stated that there are around 110 species of trees, 50 mammal species, 580 species of birds, an 25 species of reptiles.
• Gir in Gujarat: It has been situated at the southwest peninsula of the Gujarat which is spreaded over 116 square mile of the state. The major wildlife attraction of the Gir is the Leopard and it is known for the largest home for the Leopards.
• Periyar in Kerela: In the ranges of the western ghats in Kerela, Periyar is situated. It has been a home for the Tigers and Indian Elephants. The other wildlife attractions of the Periyar National Park is the Gaur, Wild Pigs, Barking Dear, Sambar, Dole or Wild Indian Dog, Mouse Dear.
• Manas: Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is situated at the foothills of Himalayas which is then extended till the parts of Bhutan. The major species living in the park are Assam Roofed Turtle, Golden Langur, Hispid Hare and Pygmy Hog. This wildlife sanctuary covers 360 Sq km. It has been declared as the world heritage site by the UNESCO and is basically situated in Assam, India.
• Kaziranga Sanctuary: Kaziranga has been located in Assam. It has been declared as the highest tiger reserve in the year 2006. The park is home to almost two-third highest density of the one horned rhinoceros.
• Kanha: Its a park that has been located at Mandla and Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh. The park has been home to the Royal Bengal Tigers, Sloth Bear, Leopards, Indian Wild Dogs and Barasingha. It has been built in the year 1955.

Wildlife Tourism:

Wildlife Tourism is an economic and animal friendly tourism which is both suited for the wild and captive environment. The sense of watching wild animals and habitat is known as wildlife tourism. The Wildlife Tourism is the million dollar industry that offers huge adventure, safaris and tour packages.

Planning a vacation near the Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee borders? Well, located within the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia is where you will find the Cohutta Wilderness Area. Comprised of over 40,000 acres of mountains, forest, and hiking trails this wilderness area is just waiting to be explored.

The Cohutta Mountains, some of the oldest mountains anywhere in the world, range from the county of Fannin in Georgia all the way to the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, where you have probably heard them referred to as the Smoky Mountains.

Due to extreme logging in the area from about 1900 until World War II, the federal government proceeded to take control of the land in the 1940′s and, thanks to the Wilderness Act of 1964, activities such as logging are no longer permitted there.

This popular area contains a total of 13 trails resulting in almost 90 miles of unique hiking opportunities. There are two rivers, the Jacks and the Conasauga, that flow all through these mountains, thereby forming the major valleys of this area on the west and east sides. Now, the flora is abundant in the river valleys where a big range of plant life thickly covers any of the land that gets a lot of sun. However, as the trails go up the mountains, there is less vegetation because the trees keep out the sun.

The Jacks River Trail is definitely the most popular one in the Cohutta Wilderness Area as it goes across the entire area and intersects just about all of the other trails. It is said that this trail was named after a Cherokee Indian who lived in the mountains. Jacks River Falls is the highpoint of this trail and is 60 feet high! Be prepared to get soaked when you hike this trail. It fords the river over 40 times and, at some of the crossings, the water comes up to your waist. All of the crossings can be complicated when there is really high water.

Two other trails are the Beech Bottom Trail, which is associated with the lower third of the river, and the Penitentiary Branch Trail, which does hit the river about halfway. The Beech Bottom Trail is a gradual long climb that is considered to be easy and the Penitentiary Branch Trail is extremely difficult and quite steep.

The only two places where you are not allowed to camp in the Cohutta Wilderness Area are at a trailhead or on a trail. If you are thinking about horses, yes, they are allowed on a lot of the trails, but not all of them. Keep in mind that there are regulations that prohibit the removal of plants or wildlife from this area. The ecosystem of this area is specially balanced and can only stay that way if man does not interfere with it.

If you are able to abide by these regulations, then hiking in the Cohutta Wilderness Area is going to be both an exciting and memorable experience. Make your plans to spend your next vacation in this extraordinarily beautiful area located within the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia. You will be so glad that you did!