Posts Tagged ‘architecture’

Living in Vancouver

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009

When moving to Vancouver, Canada you will have a variety of options when choosing the perfect neighborhood.  Each neighborhood is unique, and with your numerous choices in rental possibilities offered by the TransGlobe Property Management company, you will find that you feel right at home, right away.  This is the beauty of the sense of community, and you will find this in virtually every aspect of living in Vancouver.  Gastown is the oldest neighborhood in the city and the charm is reflected in the unique shops and through those selling their wares on the streets and in the markets. Many new and hip restaurants and bars are popping up and the real estate is still relatively inexpensive.  The buildings, the houses and shops, are mainly of the Victorian age, and the architecture and the cobblestone streets make this a great area to consider.

The original neighborhood was destroyed in 1886, when a fire tore through the whole city but was rebuilt and is now one of the few places that artists can afford to set up studio space.  Small experimental theatres and galleries are plentiful, and those starting out with their own fashion designs or shops will find the right places to do so through the help of TransGlobe Property Management.  Legend has it that many years ago, a pub owner named Gassy Jack Deighton offered workers from the mill whiskey, in exchange for their work in constructing his saloon.  This is how the area got it name and is still a hot-spot for finding a very active night life, with pubs, clubs and trendy spots to go dancing.  This is a popular spot for tourists to visit, and one of the favorite places for the locals to relax and spend time with one another.  This is the funky district of the city, and a fun place to live if culture and nightlife are what you are seeking.

The Culture Found Through Shopping in Agra

Monday, November 2nd, 2009

The city of Agra is often times thought of as synonymous with the Taj Mahal hotel.  The Taj Mahal does attract thousands upon thousands of tourists each year.  Now classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the structure is considered to be one of the man-made wonders of the world, due to the architecture and the artistry of those who created it.  And while the it is a must-see attraction, the city has much more to offer than Taj Mahal.  Tourists, no matter which city they are visiting, love to shop.  And there are many markets located close to any of the luxury hotels.  Agra shopping is about more than the bargains.  There is something about walking through the markets of a foreign city that you just do not get by going to the museums and the historical museums and the heritage sites.  And that is the feel for daily life, the here and the now and the people as they are, full of culture and rich with tradition.

The museums are where the people came from, the market places are who those people became, who they are now.  And then there are the treasures to be found, the bargains to be made.  One of the most visited markets by tourists and locals alike is The Gangotri Market. This is a state run emporium which contains some of the finest hand crafted items and products in the country, all to be found under one roof.  Artistry and craftsmanship is well known in many of the cities of India, but no more so than in Agra.  For those who are seeking to find the perfect gift or souvenir, this is the place to go.  Variety.  That is the name of the game at theGangotri.  You will find everything from fine crafted leather goods, to stone carvings and marble tables.  Also close to the Gangotri Market are the Sadar Bazaar, the Kinari Bazaar and Munro Road.  Find the markets the next time you travel to Agra, you will leave with much more that you paid for.