NIGERIA - OFALA FESTIVAL - ANAMBRA



We can see a scene of Ofala Festival.

The Ofala festival is an occasion where the Natives/Indigenes of Anambra join together for dancing, singing, meeting old friends and making new ones.

Ofala Festival is a unique colourful tradition that celebrates coronation anniversaries of the kings and commemorate important events in order to create life-giving stories, hope, and a sense of purpose.

NIGERIA - ARGUNGU FISHING FESTIVAL, KEBBI STATE

In this postcard we can see Argungu fishing festival at Kebbi State.

Is the culmination of a four-day cultural event in the north-western Nigerian state of Kebbi.
 
Thousands of fishermen line up like an ancient army, carrying their traditional nets and gourds. At the sound of a gun, they pound towards the narrow river and leap into the water.   
They have just one hour to catch the biggest fish.

NIGERIA - Water Park, Obudu - The Most Exciting Mountain Resort to Visit

 

Summer coming soon.

We can see a Water Park in Obudu, Calabar.

Obudu Mountain Resort is one of the finest tourist destinations in the world.Deep in the tropical rain forest of Cross River State,Nigeria.

It is located on a plateau of about 1,575.76 metres above sea level.

 

The 11km of unwinding road with its 22 bends make driving into the ranch quite exhilarating.

One of the most exciting bends is the “devils elbow” which is half way through the stretch.

 

Although Obudu welcomes visitors all year round; the much best time to visit is October to February, when the flowers are in bloom, the sky is clear and the air is cool.

 

This is ideal weather for trekking over the high ground and enjoy the extensive views that stretch out across the plateau.

 



NIGERIA - ASSOP WATERFALLS

We can see Assop Waterfalls.

Located some 62 kilometers along the Jos- Akwanga road, is Assop Falls. Another of nature's gift to Plateau State inhabitants and visitors. Located in a picturesque environment, the water fall has provided an ideal spot for shooting popular T.V. soap operas, and advertisements.

It is an ideal spot for picnicking, rock climbing and even swimming.

The peaceful environment provides atmosphere in which one can relax while in awe of nature's wonder.

 

Anyone have any postcard from Nigeria Capital - Abuja? Yes, please tell me and send me an e-mail.

 

NIGERIA - Idanre Hills - The City of Caves and Inselbergs

We can show in this postcard Idanre Hills.

Idanre Town, the location of these hills is about 24 kilometres southwest of Akure the state capital.
The town is divided into viz, the new settlement which is at the foot of the hills and Oke- Idanre the old settlements on the top of the hills.

There is the hill top sanctuary of Idanre, which consists of about 640 steps. These had necessitated, in addition, the construction of five resting posts along the steps to the top. At the top of the hill, there is an intriguing footprint, which is widely believed to enlarge or contract to accommodate every foot. It is as well believed that anybody whose foot does not exactly fit into the footprint is considered to be a witch or a wizard.

The cultural relics in term of gods, goddesses and traditional arts can still be seen in addition to the old palace built around the 17th century.
The panoramic view of the new Idanre never fails to fascinate first time visitors.

NIGERIA - KANO DYE PIT

Here we have Kano Dye Pit.

Founded in 1498, the Kofar Mata pits are said to be the oldest in Africa and are the only survivor of Kano's dye trade -- which once included 13 pit complexes. Close to the royal palace, its colors have adorned the fabrics of Kano's traditional rulers for centuries.

For 500 years the dyers of Kano have crouched over circular pits near the mud city wall, plunging fabrics into water infused with indigo.

Another amazing picture. This is story and knoledge.

NIGERIA - OLUMO ROCK

Yesterday I received a special offer.
I received 10 postcards about Nigeria. My first ones from this amazing country. I put all along the time. Starts Now!

In this picture we can see a Olumo Rock in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Unesco Tentative List!
A little beat of history:
Olumo rock is located in Abeokuta the Ogun state capital. The rock dates back to the  days when songs of war dominated the airwaves in Yoruba land, that’s was in the first quarter of 19^th century when Oyo empire was falling apart from pressure of Fulani attacks from outside and fraternal conflicts from within.

In 1830, shoeke, a hunter and leader of Egba refugees from Ibadan area founded the town of Abeokuta which means “beneath the rock”. The rock was later named “Olumo” which had two levels of meaning. The first is “Olu” (God) “Mo” (Molded) the second is “Oluwa fi mo” (God has put an end to our wandering and suffering).

Thanks a lot to Nigeria Embassy.
Visit: http://www.nigeriaemblisbon.org/

Uma oferta muito especial. Muito Obrigado!

ROMENIA - CASTELUL BRAN - DRACULA CASTLE

Another surprise in my mailbox today.
New country in my postcards collection - Romania.

I received 8 beauty postcards. Here 6 in my blog.
We can see Castle Bran with snow, in Spring, old age picture and specialy night vision (soberb).
Commonly known as "Dracula's Castle" (although it is one among several locations linked to the Dracula legend, including Poenari Castle and Hunyad Castle), it is marketed as the home of the titular character in Bram Stoker's Dracula.

Visit: http://www.bran-castle.com/

Um novo pais na minha colecção de postais. A Roménia é um pais com inúmeros monumentos dos quais se destaca aquele que é designado como CASTELO DE DRÁCULA!

CRIMEIA (KRIM)- KHERSONESUS

A big surprise today in my mailbox.
Postcard sent by Nathalya Korolkova from Russia with a view of Khersonesus in Ukraine / Russia. In future story decides.
Located in present day Sevastopol, Khersones is the site of an ancient Greek city dating back to the 5th century BC. Protected as a state archeological park, tourists can walk the grounds and view ancient building from the Greek, Roman and Byzantine periods.

FRANCE - DREAM CASTLE HOTEL AND MAGIC CIRCUS HOTEL

 

 

Postcards sent me by Helene. "It would be nice to see them on your site, along with the impressive collection you have!" - Thanks a lot.

We can see 2 hotels near Disneyland Paris in Magni le Hongre.

The Magic Circus Hotel is situated just 10 minutes from Disneyland Paris and 4 km from Val d'Europe RER Station and shopping centre. It offers a swimming pool, fitness room, a beauty spa, a games room with video games, and free Wi-Fi access throughout the property. Rooms have a circus theme and views of the garden or the lake.

The Dream Castle  offering a free shuttle service to Disneyland Paris, is surrounded by a lake and gardens and its facilities include an indoor pool, and a Spa.
Decorated in the style of Musketeer and Potsdam Castle, the guest rooms and suites are equipped with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi access, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.



Visit www.magiccircus-hotel.com

CZECH REPUBLIC - AUTOCAMP TRANSIT - KUTNÁ HORA

 

My first postcard received by Kutná Hora. A different postcard we can see a camping park in Czech Republic. Thanks a lot. 

The car-camp is located in the proximity of a train station, so it is easy to get to us even for those who do not have a car. The town Kutná Hora, which is on the UNESCO heritage list, will fascinate you with its architecture, especially its majestic church of St. Barbara.

Visit http://www.autocamp-kutnahora.eu/en/home 

ITALY - ALTOPIANO DEL MONTASIO AND CONCA PREVALA - TRAVISIO



Postcards sent by Ufficio Turistico - Tarvisio. Tks a lot!

We can see one detail  of Conca Prevala and Altopiano del Montasio.

Conca Prevala - is a mountain in the Julian Alps on the border of Slovenia and Italy. Its highest summit (Visoki Kanin, or Monte Canin Alto) is at 2,587 m above sea level. It separates the upper Soča valley in Slovenia from the Resia valley in Italy.

Altopiano del Montasio - The Montasio is a beautiful plateau, 6 Km away from Sella Nevea.
It is a well known pastoral area, famous for the Montasio cheese, sold in the whole Italy. During the summer, it is possible to enjoy the untouched nature, the rocks emerging from the greens pastures like apparently inaccessible walls, and the fresh dairy products, sold on the spot.

Postais enviados pela Oficina de Turismo de Travisio. 
Visit www.turismofvg.it

SOUTH AFRICA - VOORTREKKER MONUMENT

 

Another byg surprise! In my mail box 16 postcards from this huge national monument in South Africa, Pretoria.

 

We can see the majestic Voortrekker Monument at night. Situated in the northern part of South Africa in the Pretoria (Tshwane) region in a nature reserve.

It is a unique Monument which commemorates the Pioneer history of Southern Africa and the history of the Afrikaner and is situated in a beautiful setting.

Today it is the most visited heritage site of its kind in Gauteng and one of the top ten cultural historical visitor attractions in the country.

 

Visit: http://www.vtm.org.za/

 

Uma grande surpresa na minha caixa de correio. Recebi 16 postais dos quais mostro 2 referentes a este monumento nacional da Africa do Sul.

JAMAICA - MYSTIC MOUNTAIN - OCHO RIOS BAY

 

I received this postcard sended by The Jamaica Tourist Board in UK. I received more 3 importante gifts. Thanks a lot!

 

Visit: http://www.visitjamaica.com/

 

In this postcard we can see a Bobsled Ride in Ocho Rios. Rated as one of the top attractions in Jamaica, come and experience the exhilarating bobsled ride down the famed Mystic Mountain!

This is one of the most famous Jamaica tourist destinations in one of the coolest destinations in the Caribbean

 

 

 

 

 

 



MONTENEGRO - SVETI STEFAN

Postcard received last December 2013 sent by AdriaTravel. Thanks a lot.

Sveti Stefan is a small islet and hotel resort in Montenegro, approximately 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) southeast of Budva.
The resort includes the islet of Sveti Stefan and part of the mainland, where the Villa Miločer part of the resort is located. An Adriatic playground for the rich and famous from the 1960s to the 1980s, the hotel is now a 5-star. Formerly an island, Sveti Stefan is now connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus. The resort in total contains 50 rooms, cottages and suites on the island and 8 grand suites at the Villa Miločer.
Visit: http://www.adriatravel.me/

Postal enviado pela agencia de viagens AdriaTravel de Budva.

LISBON - WONDERFUL CITY

Hello everybody.
I´m return with new and fantastic postcards received since August 2011 until today. I like it!

 

 

Lisbon it´s a youngest 3000 year old city.

 

Benfica in Europa League final!

 

 



OOSTENDE - BELGIUM

Postcards sent by Oostende Stad aan Zee Thanks!
Postal enviados pelo turismo de Oostende.
Visit http://www.visitoostende.be/?LanguageCode=E

ISRAEL - HAGOSHRIM KIBBUTZ HOTEL

Postcard sent by Israel Tourism Office in Madrid. Here my first postcard from Israel.
Postal enviado pela Oficina de Turismo de Madrid. Gracias!
We can see a Hotel Hagoshrim view.
Visit http://www.hagoshrim-hotel.co.il/indexEng.asp

BRASIL - SÃO PEDRO (SP)

Postcards sent by São Pedro Town Hall. Obrigado a Peterson da Silva!

Postais enviados pela Prefeitura Municipal de São Pedro (SP).

Visit http://www.saopedro.com.br

GENK - BELGIQUE

Postcard sent by UIT in Genk. Thanks!
Postal enviados pelo turismo de Genk.
Visit http://www.uitingenk.be

EISRIESENWELT - The largest ice-caves in the world

Postcards sent by Eisriesenwelt Tourist Office near Salzburg. Tks a lot.
Caves and cable-car service: daily from 1. May to 26. October.
Postais enviados pela Gruta de gelo da Austria - Eisriesenwelt.
We can see efect light in ice. Beautiful!
Visit http://www.eisriesenwelt.at/site/content/CB_ContentShow.php?coType=home

ASSIS - ITALIA

Postcards sent by Servizio Turistico Associato -  Assis. Thanks a lot.
We can see a local aspects and Basilica Superiore de St. Francesco.
Postais enviados pelo Servizio Turistico Associato -  Assis.
Visit http://www.comune.assisi.pg.it/

CAMPINAS - SÃO PAULO

portugal in brasil. here in campinas town.

Postcards sent by Campinas Town Hall. Obrigado!

Postais enviados pela Prefeitura Municipal de Campinas.

Up 1 - We can see four diferent views.
Middle - We can see a old brazilian farm.
Down - Church and market.
Visit http://www.campinas.sp.gov.br/



PEDREIRA - SÃO PAULO

Postcards sent by Pedreira Town Hall. Obrigado!

Postais enviados pela Prefeitura Municipal de Pedreira.

Up 1 - We can see Suspension Bridge, Sta Ana Church, Old Train Station and White-eared marmoset.
Up 2 - Porcelain, Cycle Lane, Parrot and Brazilian Coofee Love.
Middle - We can see Old fig tree in zoo, Christ the Reedemer statue, Sunset and Jaguari River.
Down - Sta Ana Church day and night and Sta Ana Church interior.
Visit http://www.pedreira.sp.gov.br/

PINDAMONHANGABA - SÃO PAULO

Postcards sent by Pindamonhangaba Town Hall. Obrigado!

Postais enviados pela Prefeitura Municipal de Pindamonhangaba.

Up - We can see Campos do Jordão train road, 4 general aspects, Princess Bosque/Garden statue and Princess Bosque aspects.

Down - We can see Brazilian Sunshine! and Visconde de Palmeira Palace.

Visit http://www.pindamonhangaba.sp.gov.br/

SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS - SÃO PAULO



Postcards sent by São José dos Campos Town Hall. Obrigado!

Postais enviados pela Prefeitura Municipal de São José dos Campos.

Up - We can see São Benedito Church, night view of downtown, panoramic view of São Francisco Xavier ans Pedro Davi waterfall.
Middle - Folklore Museum, Santos Dumont Park, Vicentina Aranha park and Roberto Burle Marx City Park

Down - We can see Brazilian Aerospace Memorial, brazilian sunshine and CTA aerial Monument.

Visit www.sjc.sp.gov.br

CHESTERFIELD - ENGLAND

Postcard sent by Chesterfield Tourist Information Centre. Thanks a lot!
We can see Thle Market Place.
Postal enviado pelo posto de turismo de Chesterfield.
Visit http://www.visitchesterfield.info

ASSIS - ACQUARELLA

Postcards sent by Roberto from Assis. Thanks a lot.
We can see a General view and a S. Damiano church. Please if it´s possible send me photograph postcards from Assis!
Postais enviados pelo Roberto da cidade italiana de Assis.
Visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assisi

UKRAINE AND MOLDOVA

Postcards sent by Alexey. Thanks a lot. It´s my five trade with Ukraine. We can show 2 postcards from Ukraine and 1 from Moldova.
We can see a bridge over Instytuska St and a Museum of Folk Architecture and way of life of the Middle Dnipro Region.
From Moldova we can see Sf. Paraschiva Church.
- Postais enviados por Alexey. Muito Obrigado

VITÓRIA - ESPIRITO SANTO

 

Postcards sent by Vitoria Town Hall. Obrigado!

Postais enviados pela Prefeitura Municipal de Vitória.

Up - We can see Guarapari beach view, Vila Velha and bridge view, Costa beach in Vila Velha, Matilde waterfall, Moqueca Capixaba (brasilian food) and adventure scenes.

Down - We can see Pedra Azul Statual Park, Itaunas Statual Park, Vitoria city at night, Vitoria Island aerial view and Darcy Castello de Mendonça bridge.

Visit www.vitoria.es.gov.br

VARALLO SESIA (Vercelli)

Postcards sent by Comune de Varallo Sesia in Umbria. Thanks a lot.
We can see down town and Vittorio Emanuele Square.
Postais enviados pela Camara de Varallo Sesia.
Visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Varallo_Sesia

SPOLETO (Umbria)

Postcards sent by Comune de Spoleto (Perugia). We can see a General view and a night castle view.
Postais enviados pela Camara de Spoleto.
Visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoleto

ITALIA - UNA MARAVIGLIA

Postcards sent by Comune de Ancona. Grazie!
Postais enviados pela Comuna de Ancona.
We can see one vintage, Sibillini Mountains and a beauty view of Frasassi cave
Visit http://www.frasassi.com/

BELLA ITALIA - UMBRIA

Postcards sent by Comune de Cittadicastello, Umbria, Italia. Grazie!
Postais enviadas por CittadiCastello.
We can see a Winter scene and Torre Civica XIII century (Civica Tower).
Visit http://www.comune.citta-di-castello.perugia.it/

BELGIUM MAP

Postcards sent by Lusitana P. My new trader in Luxemburg.

She has a list of postcards for trade.

Visit https://picasaweb.google.com/lusitanameister

Postais enviados por Lusitana P. Muito Obrigado

LUXEMBOURG

Postcards sent by Lusitana P. My new trader in Luxemburg.

She has a list of postcards for trade.

Visit https://picasaweb.google.com/lusitanameister

Postais enviados por Lusitana P. Muito Obrigado de novo.