Gabon to Bellary

Situated on the Komo River, Libreville is a beautiful port. It is the capital and the largest city of Gabon. Bearing proximity with the Gulf of Guinea, the city is also a trade center for timber region. The land is characterized by tropical monsoon climate featured with a long 9 months wet season and a short 3 months dry season. The city was once inhabited by Mpongwe tribe before it was captured by French in 1839. Here the British, Germans and Americans have at one time settled their business. Also it was the capital of French Equatorial Africa. But since its independence in 1960, the city grew in leaps and bounds. The most wonderful attraction here is Pointe Denis, visitors escape from the city's hustle and bustle to the serenity of this place. The main entry to this heaven is from Libreville's Port Mole. This beach is a long stretch of land; at one end of Pointe Denis is Maringa Hotel and on the other end is Assala Lodge. The northern end of this land has wider beaches, while you will see an array of palm trees. Moreover the lush vegetation around this beach seem like an equatorial jungle. L'Eglise St-Michel Libreville is an amazing tourist attraction; it is an important architectural building. It has large wooden columns which are carved by a blind Gabonese man. Other such eye catching structure is Palais Presidential, which was built by President Bongo in 1970s. If you are looking for art and culture, do not worry, for you will be satiated. Make a visit to Musee des Arts et Traditions du Gabon. The museum exhibits a brilliant collection of items that bespeak about the country's art. The French cultural center, St Marie's Cathedral (seat of Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Libreville), the adeptly carved wood church of St Michael Nkembo, Arboretum de Siband and two cultural villages- all of them make the city of Libreville favorite destination of everyone. House of great diversity in art and culture, the land of Libreville also excels in architecture. So, why waste more time. Log onto MakeMyTrip and book online your trip to Libreville. MakeMyTrip.com is India's leading online travel portal, where you get cheap online flight tickets, affordable accommodation and a fun filled travel package.

Bellary is a historic city in the Indian state of Karnataka, which is famous for its classical forts and monuments, colonial structures and unspoilt natural beauty. Located favourably in the Bellary district, this city is well known for a number of peculiar hill formations, worth-mentioning among which are Ballari Gudda, Kumbara Gudda, Kaate Gudda and Eeshwara Gudda. On a trip to Bellary, visitors can pay a visit to the famous Bellary Fort; explore Hampi- the world-renowned capital of Vijayanagara Empire, located 70 km from the city; and visit places of religious interest. Some of the most poplar temples in Bellary are Gavisiddeshwara Temple, Durgamma Temple and Malleshwara Temple. Located 50 km from the city, Daroji Bear Sanctuary deserves a visit. Here, tourists can get a chance to catch a glimpse of the Indian Sloth Bear in all its wilderness. On a Bellary tour, travellers must not miss to visit the Laxminarayan Temple and the Yogini Kolhapuri Mahalakshmi Temple, both illustrious for their classical architecture. Ashoka Siddapura is an archaeological site, located 30 km off Bellary, where some of the earliest edicts of Emperor Ashoka were discovered. History-lovers would simply love to visit this place, which is eminent for its unique heritage and monuments. To sum up in few words, this city presents the finest of classical Karnataka for visitors. For an authentic experience of this place, travellers can opt for a cost-effective travel package from MakeMyTrip.