10. Initial Decision

It is very important to decide the purpose of you buying a house. Some buy to live in and some buy it to sell for a better price after certain number of years as a investment. Though in both cases you will be investing your money, decided on what exactly you are looking for and to whom, makes it easy in your search. If the house you are looking to buy is for you to stay, you need to consider a lot many factors like how many people stay at your house, and how many rooms do you need, and what either facilities are required depending on the comfortability of the family. Hence making a proper list of things you are looking for in your new house will always help you in buying a good house.

9. Real estate agents

In today’s busy world none of us have time to go in search of building-to-building if there is any available property. Hence there are people who help us in such things called Real-estate agents. Potential property owners will always give details to their trusted agents in terms of getting them any potential buyers. Of course everything is at a price. So when you as a buyer approach to any agent in search for your dream house make sure the agents work for looking for the kind of house you want, rather than convince you buying the property they have in hand. There will be always a discussion about the commission amount you need to pay to the agents. Negotiate the price according to your needs and buildings they show, it should be worth of the payment we make in the end.

8. Visiting a House to buy

Sometimes one might buy a new property, which is built newly, and you are the first, but sometimes you might also buy an used house, who are trying to sell their property for their own personal reasons. It is very important to have a look into the house, which you want to buy. When you visit the house there are lot many things you have to consider like the surroundings of the building, if the house need any repairs, your possible neighbor’s if you start staying in that house after buying and so on. Make sure you talk to some of the neighboring people who might be available and find out about any facts. Who knows, you might possibly found out some hidden skeleton in casket. Neighbor’s are the most best gossiping people, and some times gossips can help you know details, but sometimes its important for you to find out the truth.

7. Home Loans from Banks

While buying a house, most of us buy it through home loans from various banking facilities. There are Home Loans available almost in all banks and there are rule of interest rate for these loans. However in some it varies on the premium amount and the EMI amount you need to pay and so on. It is always wise to compare all the loans from different banks and make your decision as which Bank loan you would like to consider.

6. Down payment of money

Though you might take a loan, there is always an initial amount to be paid as a down payment. Make sure you do not spend all your saving in paying for the down payment as there will always be a need for money. After buying the house, its just a four wall building and you need to build your home in it. You might consider making particular changes in it, there might be some furniture’s needed, and so on. There is always something to make changes or something to buy in a house. Hence keep some amount within your saving while making a down payment.

5. Vastu and traditional values

As much as we deny a lot many beliefs on tradition, there are a lot many people who believe on tradition and customs. Vastu is one of countries strong tradition followed in purchasing a property or while building a house. We have recently heard about the breaking of walls and rooms recently by our Bangalore politicians due the improper Vastu plan, which they feared of causing losses. We do not know how much is true, but if you are tradition person, it is always better to consult a Vastu expert opinion before buying a house.

4. Check by Law

There are certain rules to be followed either while selling a property or while buying it. It is very important to check all the papers if everything is correct and amounts are all paid accordingly. Like property papers and in whose name it is, Katha papers, Tax papers and all paid, utility bills paid. So before paying your money check for all necessary things and keep all signed papers with the help of any professional lawyer. Make sure there are no any kind of unsettled disputes or any kind problems with the property. There is always a chance running behind and most of the times people hide a lot many simple things, which can be a problem to you. Hence make sure every simple thing is checked properly before you make any kind of payment.

3. Area or nearby place

The money you pay always depends on the kind of area the house is built and the surrounding of the building. It is always important to look for what kind of area the house is built before you start looking. While the seller can charge you depending on the area, you should also think that at any point of time if you want to sell the property it should gain more value than the amount you might have paid. Hence it is necessary to make sure that the house is in a good locality, such as real estate Chennai. It is also necessary to make sure that the house is in the center making it easier to buy and live with all the household things.

2. Do not hurry

Who do not want fast money, and while the need is high everyone wants to sell as soon as possible to have his or her desired money. A seller usually tells that there are a lot of people interested in the property and you have to make a decision sooner or there are chances of loosing it. But that’s a bogus most of the time, or sometimes it can be true too. But do not hurry just because of the words of the seller or the agent. Take your time to think clearly and check in all the details clearly, and do not buy the house until you ready and clear. There is a possibility of loosing the one you wanted but do not forget that there are many fishes in a sea.

1. Let your dream house be a reality

Its one big dream for everyone about how there house has to be and whether it is a man or a woman, everyone will have some kind of a picture of their dream house. So when you visit a house potentially which on sale, do not rush into buying just because it might have one of the things you wanted in your dream house. For example Mrs. Leena always wanted a beautiful garden in front of the house, and when she went to look houses to buy along with her husband, she was overjoyed with one of the few houses. That particular house had garden, and she immediately wanted to buy the house. Well without any choice the husband bought it, and after few months they realized that the owner has used the public property in front of the house, as garden while the area of the house did not cover the entire garden. Well now, that surely a disappointment into the one single dream you had in your dream house. Hence how much ever attractive the house might look with its glint and polish, make sure you check everything.

So said with some of the things to be remembered while buying a house, make sure with all the things checked properly and make a happy home to yourself as well as your family.

10. Birla Industrial and Technological Museum

This is the first science museum in India opened in the year 1954 by industrialist Ghanshyam Das Birla as a unit under National Council of Science Museums, Ministry of Culture, and Government of India in Kolkata. This museum is divided into various galleries depicting industries and business enterprises of Birla’s. Each gallery has its specialization such as there is Mathematics gallery, Biotechnology, Electricity, Television showcasing different and upcoming techniques. This museum just showcasing has started various live programmers to give knowledge on the other hand entertain visitors.

9. Belurmath Shrine

This shrine is considered to be one of the sacred pilgrimage place being the headquarters of Shri Ramakrishna Mission. This shrine is known by the mission as foremost disciple Swami Vivekananda spend his last days in this shrine. His words Belur Math from his mouth means a lot and is a symbol of devotion, Knowledge, Yoga and work. Swami Vivekananda consecrated the grounds in 1898 and since then it has been the hub of worldwide spiritual movement known as Ramakrishna Movement. This museum is totally devoted to swami Vivekananda as his mahasamadhi is there on the other hand this temple also have museum containing articles of the mission.

8. Nirmal Hirday

It is first centre of charity organization started in 1950 by Mother Teresa under Missionaries of Charity. Nirmal Hirday symbolizes pure heart as it is the organization which helps anyone thus known as home for dying destitute. This organization is one of the worlds famous as it has been known for helping the needy free of cost. This organization has opened various other hospitals and charities for poor or which are financially weak thus started free of cost mission handled by nuns this is also known as Mother House.

7. St. Paul’s Cathedral

This is the Anglican Cathedral church of North India and also a part of united church. This church belongs to Anglican Communion initiated in 1839 by Bishop Daniel Wilson and later on completed in 1847. Formerly it is beautifully architecture and secondly it is situated at such a place that it become island of attractions besides Victoria Memorial and Birla Planetarium. The first bishop of this church was T F Middleton which has its burial in the church itself.

6. Victoria Memorial Hall

It is an autonomous organization dedicated to queen Victoria, Empress of India established in the year 1921. The foundation stone was laid in the year 1906 as a tribute to the British Empire in India. Sir William Emerson architect this memorial using white makrana marble keeping in mind British and Mughal culture which is spread to area by 338ft to 228ft and its height was 184ft. This memorial was considered to be great and famous among Britishers but after independence India did various alterations and today it is known as tourist place and contain museum also. This memorial now consists of royal gallery containing some major collections of paintings, sculptures, manuscripts of British period declaring this memorial largest repository in India.

5. Howrah Bridge

Originally this name was commissioned as New Howrah Bridge in the year 1943. It is a suspension type balanced cantilever bridge that spans the Hooghly River in West Bengal later in 1965 this bridge was again named as Rabindra Setu after great Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore. Bridge has become an iconic landmark and symbol of Kolkata, during its construction it was third longest cantilever bridge and currently the sixth longest bridge in the world. The total length of bridge is 705m with a width of 17m. This Howrah Bridge is one of the famous attractions of Kolkata and world famous.

4. Marble Palace

This is the traditional mansion built in 1835 by wealthy Bengali merchant, Raja Rajendra Mullick who is famous for art and have critical eye. It is a palatial nineteenth century mansion in North Kolkata famous for its marble walls and floors from where its name is derived. This house contain wide number of western sculpture and Victorian furniture and is basically neoclassical in style on the other hand this three storey building contain a garden lawns, rock garden, a lake and a small zoo. This house remains a private pavilion.

3. Kalighat

This temple is one of the most famous temples of goddess Kali. During 16^th century in the year 1809 this temple was built by King Manasingha since then this temple has great importance in the world as people from all over the world offer their prayers to lord shiv and kali. There is a story related to this temple of the lord Shiva and his wife sati as it is also believed that one of the finger of left hand fell in the several places.

2.Botanical garden

Botanical garden is a relevant name given to this well tended area which display different variety of plants having scientific and medicinal value as these plants are labeled with their botanical names which help visitors to know about plants and their importance. These gardens are not privately owned or handled rather they are properly looked after by universities and scientific research organizations incorporated with research programmes in plant taxonomy and botanical science. Their main job is to maintain a report of collections of these plants from their sowing till their full growth and giving knowledge and doing research on every plant and classifying them on the basis of their type. First botanical garden was made in Oman which is recorded to be first largest garden in the world. Botanical gardens have different variety of plant such as exotic, tropical, alpine etc.

1. Eden Garden

Eden Garden is one of the best cricket ground which have been acknowledged as iconic cricket stadium in India and called as ‘’Cricket answer’s to the colosseum’’ This stadium is the home ground for Bengal cricket team and IPL Knight Riders on the other hand venue for test matches, one day international and T-20 matches. 2011 world cup was played on this ground and during world cup only this ground underwent changes to meet the standards of ICC as it has been considered largest cricket stadium in India and second largest in world for seating arrangement.

10. Construction of dams

Are you sure the dams you are constructing to save water are actually helping you to sustain your life? The reality is that construction of dam has lead to many environmental disasters. When you try built a dam and change the route of the water flowing in rivers it floods the surrounding areas. Due to the accumulation of water in the nearby land the ecosystem of the land gets disrupt. Not only this when water is accumulated more in the vegetation they die and they releases methane into the atmosphere. This has lead to global warming. According to some scientist dam construction is even related to earthquakes.

9. Overfishing

You are consuming more sea food than you should. As reported by World Wildlife Federation many fisheries are already devoid of fishes and many are on the verge of getting depleted. If this will be the rate of fish consumption there will be many species of fish that will get extinct. This means no more proteins for you!!  In the race to earn more money many fish catching ships are using bigger nets that can swipe out one class of fish in one catch.

8. Wars

Mankind is fighting wars to gain power. But these wars have tatter the environment. Wars have not only killed many people but they are still having their after effects on environment. The technologies like nuclear bombs, hydrogen bombs used during the wars have resulted in various kinds of pollution. Due to the atomic bombs dropped in Hiroshima and Nagasaki the place is still deserted with no vegetation on it. Man is still causing threats to environment as it is testing the new nuclear weapons the can used in the war.

7. Coal Mining

Coal mining is not only resulting in climate changes but has also posed threats on environment. Due to coal mining many forests are cut down and the wildlife is displaced. It is also responsible for acid rains. Not only this, extraction of coal from earth crust has lead to earthquakes. Since coal is a cheap source for generating power men is taking out more coal from earth than earth can replenish again. The leftovers and hazardous waste like mercury and cyanide  of mining are either dumped in the nearby valleys or in rivers polluting them.

6. Industrialisation and globalisation

The demand of natural resources has increased due to globalisation. Men are cutting down trees to build up more cities. The modernization techniques require the use of more resources and have resulted in their depletion. It has also resulted in loss of bio diversity. Globalisation and industrialisation has in some way leaded to global warming and green house effect.

5. Over Pollution

The waste and toxic gases released from industries, houses and vehicles have resulted in air pollution and the effluent discharges in water have leaded to water pollution. The number of industries is growing day by day and their effluent discharge has also increased. The pollution caused by the harmful gases has adversely affected the environment. This has led to depletion of flora and fauna life and is considered to be the main reason of acid rain.

4. Modern Agriculture methods

U.S. Environment protection Agency has released a report saying that 70 percent of the world pollution is caused due to modern farming techniques. Farmers’ nowadays are using pesticides and fertilizers to increase their crop yield. These chemical substances when penetrate inside the land and water destroy the life sustaining there. These chemicals increase the nitrogen level in water which results in growth of algae on water surface. These algae decrease the oxygen content in the water and hence killing the life present there.

3. Deforestation

Due to the growing demand of land for construction and agricultural purposes men is cutting down forest in large number.  Trees and plants are a big part of water cycle. Cutting down trees have resulted in landslides and floods. The biodiversity has also declined. Men are also cutting down forest for making furniture and arty-crafts. Trees also help in bringing rains. Many areas where trees were cut down have turned into deserts now.

2. Global Warming

In last 130 years the earth temperature is raised by 0.8 degrees Celsius. Due to global warming the ice caps are melting very fast. This has caused the sea level to rise. The increase in sea level has caused many areas to get flooded. It has also resulted in greenhouse effect. The gases responsible for green house are mainly co2 and methane. The global warming has lead to many natural disasters like draught, the food and water supply has decreased and the flora and fauna has decreased. Global warming also causes many skin cancers. More than a million species are on the verge of extinction due to global warming.

 1. Overpopulation

The increase in the population in the last few years has been drastic and it is the main reason of environment damage. As the population has increased the demand for food, water and other natural resources have also increased. This has caused the depletion of many natural resources on the earth. More people also means that the waste generated by them has also increased. Due to fewer places to dump the garbage this garbage keeps on accumulating and results in imbalance in the environment.

Here are the top 10 Sky Scrappers in the world.

10. Trump International Hotel and Tower

Location – Chicago IL United States
Height- 423 m or 1389 ft

Its construction was began in the year of 2005 and it was completed in 2009. It is known for its great structure that is made up of concrete. It consists 98 floors including 4 basement floors and 758 rooms. This tower is specially design for residential apartments. Apart from residents it also includes hotel, parking garage, retail, fitness center and many more.

Material used for building construction is glass, concrete, steel and reinforced which provide strength to this building.

9. Guangzhou International Finance Center

Location - Guangzhou, China
Height- 440 m or 1440 ft

Its construction was began in the year of 2005 and it was completed in 2010 over the area of 2,692,000 sq ft. It was designed by an architect Wilkinson Eyre with an cost of 280 million pound. It consists 103 floors out of which some are used as a offices, hotel and conference halls.

8. KingKey 100

Location – Shenzhen, China
Height- 442 m or 1449 ft

Its construction was began in the year of 2007 and it was completed in 2011 over an area of 2,368,060 sq ft. It was designed by an architect Terry Farrell and associates. It consists 10o floors and all are used as a six-stars hotel, gardens and number of restaurants.

7. Willis Tower

Former Name – Sears Tower
Location – Chicago IL United States
Height- 442 m or 1450 ft

Its construction was began in the year of  1972 and it was completed in 1974 over an area of 418,064 sq m. It was designed by an architect Skidmore, Owings and Merrill in an international style. It consists 103 floors including 3 basement floors. This Tower is used for offices, communication and observation. Material used for building construction is glass, concrete, steel, aluminium and reinforced which provides strength to this building. This building is one of the most iconic building of America.

6. Nanjing Greenland Financial Complex

Location – Nanjing JS China
Height- 450 m or 1476 ft

Its construction was began in the year of 2005 and it was completed in 2010 over an area of 418,064 sq m. It was designed by an architect Skidmore, Owings, Merrill and its associate partners in an international style. It consists 89 floors including 2 basement floors. This is the largest building for multipurpose use. It includes hotel, garden, observation deck which is at 72 floor and of 943 ft in height, office, parking garage and retail.

Material used for building construction is glass, concrete, steel and reinforced which provide strength to this building.

5. Petronas Tower

Location – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Height- 452 m or 1483 ft

Its construction was began in the year of  1992 and it was completed in 1998 which covers a floor area 341,760 sq m. It was designed by an architect Adamson, Cesar Pelli and its associates in an international style. It consists 88 floors including 5 basement floors. This Tower is used for office and observation. Material used for building construction is glass, concrete, steel, aluminium and reinforced which provides strength to this building.

It was formerly titles with the world’s most official building for seven years because of its well design spire which is approximation 1483 ft in high.

4. International Commerce Center

Location – Hong Kong, China
Height- 484 m or 1588 ft

Its construction was began in the year of 2002 and it was completed in 2010. It was designed by an architect Wong and Ouyang Ltd. It consists 108 floors including 4 basement floors. This Tower is used for office, parking garage, hotels, retail and observation deck. Material used for building construction is glass and steel.

The whole design is divides into 7 phases which includes;

The Watefront – Phase 1 also includes 6 apartment towers. The Sorrento – Phase 2 also includes 5 apartment towers.                                                                     The HarbourSide – Phase 4 also includes 3 apartment towers.

Where phase 3 includes 4 apartment towers, phase 5 is not included and 6 is used as mixed tower.

3. Shanghai World Financial Center

Location – Shanghai, China
Height- 492 m or 1614 ft

Its construction was began in the year of  1997 and it was completed in 2008 which covers a floor area 377,300 sq m. It was designed by an architect Adamson, Cesar Pelli and its associates in an international style. It consists 88 floors including 5 basement floors. This Tower is used for office and observation. Material used for building construction is glass, concrete, steel and reinforced which provides strength to this building.

2. Taipei 101

Location – Taipei, Taiwan
Height- 509 m or 1670 ft

Its construction was began in the year of  1998 and it was completed in 2004 which covers a floor area 412,500 sq m. It was designed by an architect C.Y. Lee and partners in pagoda style. It consists 101 floors including 5 basement floors. This Tower is used for office, library, restaurant, retail, fitness center and observation. Material used for building construction is glass and steel which provides strength to this building. It is a second largest building in the world.

1. Burj Khalifa

Location – Dubai
Height- 828 m or 2717 ft

Its construction was began in the year of  2004 and it was completed in 2010 which covers a floor area 517,240 sq m. It was designed by an architect C.Y. Lee and partners in pagoda style. It consists 163 floors including 2 basement floors. This Tower is used for office, library, restaurant, retail, fitness center and observation. Material used for building construction is glass, steel, aluminum, concrete and reinforced which provides strength to this building. It is a tallest building in the world.

Here is the list of top 10 tallest Skyscappers in India :

10. Orchid Woods 1

Orchid Woods 1 is located in Mumbai. It was constructed in 2012 and has 55 floors. The height of Orchid Woods 1 is about 190 meters (623 ft). It is one of the most popular residential development area in Goregaon East in Mumbai. It is a project of Real Estate and has a beautiful landscape with green gardens, natural beauty and also consists of 3 spacious blocks and over 500 houses. Fully equipped gyms and clubhouses are also  there to facilitate people.

9. TheRuby

The Ruby building is also located in Mumbai. It was constructed on 2011. The height of The Ruby is 199 meters (627 ft) and has 40 floors. This building is located in Dader in Mumbai. This building was founded by the  Mr. Manubhai C. Shah owner of The Ruby Mills Ltd. The building has residential houses and has  many facilities to the residents like gym, garden, clubs and grounds. The Ruby is ninth tallest building in India.

8. Ashok Towers D

Ashok Towers D is also located in Mumbai. It was constructed in 2009 and has a height of 193 meters (633 ft). It has 49 floors in the building. It provide the great residential areas for the residents including many facilities like area for playing outdoor games like basketball ground, gym and clubs, banquet hall, fully furnished houses and many more. The whole building is spread over 18 acres area.

7.  Vivarea 3

Vivarea3 is also located in Mumbai. It is residential building that have flat/apartment for sale. This building was founded by the R.K Raheja. The building is located in  Mahalaxmi NR Race Course in South Mumbai. It was created by  january 30, 2012. The height of the building is 200 meters (656 ft) and consist of 45 floors. The residential complex consists of large amount of space and has sea view in the majority of the rooms.

6. Vivarea 2

Vivarea 2 is also located in Mumbai. It is also a residential building like vivarea 3 and is owned by R.K.Raheja. The building is also the part of vivarea 3. Both of these building have equal height and equal no of rooms. These  building provide a great and spacious location to the residents. Large football ground in the middle of these building is the highlight of the Vivarea buildings.Vivarea 1 is also located near to vivarea 3 and vivarea 2. Its height is of  200 meters (656 ft) and has 45 floors. The construction of all vivarea building are adjacent to each other and are highly spacious.

5.  Lodha Bellissimo c

Lodha Bellissimo is also situated in the Mumbai. The height of the building is 222 meters (728 ft) and it consists of 53 floors. The construction of this tower is estimated to be completed in 2012. The building is owned by Lodha group of companies and is located in Mahalaxmi in Mumbai. The Lodha group of companies has an ISO 9001: 2000 Certification and has recently received the Accommodation Times Award for Customer Satisfaction.

4. Lodha Bellissimo A & B

Lodha Bellissimo A & B are situated in Mumbai near to Lodha Bellissimo C. The building also has the same height of 222 meters (728) and 53 floors. The Lodha group of companies owned these two building also. The construction of these building was started in 2005 and is estimated to be completed in late 2012. These building provide various facilities to the residents like spacious lawns and gardens, grounds, well furnished houses. These building are considered to be the second tallest building in Mumbai after their completion.

3. Imperial Tower 2

Imperial Tower 2 is also located in Mumbai. The construction of the tower was completed in 2010 and is now officially used by people. The height of tower is 254 meters (833 ft) and has 60 rooms. It is located in sea front in Tardeo in south Mumbai. The tower is designed by architect Hafeez Contractor and is the most amazing structure of his work. The tower is used for slum and mill land redevelopment across the city and also across the world.

2. Imperial Tower 1

Imperial Tower 1 is a twin tower of Imperial Tower 2. Both the towers are adjacent to each other. Imperial Tower 1 also has the same height of 254 meters (833 ft) and has 60 rooms. Its former name was S D Towers. These twin towers are owned by S D corporation pvt. ltd. The tower consists of 8 elevators.

1. Palais Royale

Palais Royale is the tallest skyscapper and has beaten Imperial towers in June 2012. The building is under-construction and is estimated to be completed in late 2012. The building has 100 floors with areas of  8, 8,700 square feet (810 m²) and 14,000 square feet and the floor plate of 500,000 square feet. The tower provide varies facilites like cinema hall, badminton hall, spa, cricket pitch, football pitch and three swimming pools. The architects working on this project are  M/s Talati Pantakhy associates. The building has  88 lakh square feet of total residential space.

10. The Manor

Built in 1991 by Aaron Spelling and modeled after a French chateau, it covers 58,000 square feet and has 123 rooms, bowling alley, a gym, pool, tennis court, movie theater, and an entire wing for Spelling’s wife’s wardrobe. Situated in Los Angeles, California it is the most expensive residential real estae listing in the States with a price tag of $150 million.

9. The Pinnacle

The biggest house in the exclusive “Yellowstone Club” ski and golf community in Montana, this structure has 10 bedrooms, fireplaces in every bathroom and a unique chair lift directly from back door to the nearby ski-resort. Owned by Tim Blixseth this place is currently priced at $155 million, it is rather a ski-resort than a house.

8. Franchuk Villa

The five-storey Victorian Villa complete with marble panelling and basement swimming pools, this structure boasts 21,000 square feet of living space with 20 foot high ceilings, a sauna, gym, movie theatre, and news room. Another standard feature it includes is a panic room that is present in almost every multi-million dollar mansion. Located in Kensigton, London, England it was bought by Ukrainian businesswoman Elena Franchuk and considered the world’s most expensive single residential dwelling at $161 million.

7. Hearst Mansion

Built by newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst, this massive creation was also featured in the movie “The Godfather”. Residing in Beverly Hills, Californai, it includes 6 residences,29 bedrooms, 3 pools, a nightclub and tow giant towers modeled after the church of Santa Maria Mayor of Spain. This is where the 35th President of United States John F. Kennedy spent his hhoneymoon and is currently priced at $165 million.

6. Ira Rennert (Fairfield Pond)

Currently the most valuable home in United States, built on over 110,000 square feet with 66,000 square-foot main house with 29 bedrooms and 39 bathrooms, this is the fourth most expensive house on our list. This palace is completed with a basketball court, bowling alley, two tennis courts, two squash courts and a $150,000 hot tub managed to have a property tax of $397,559 in 2007 and is currently valued at $198 million.

5. The Penthouse at One Hyde Park

Third on the list is the $212 million flat in London’s richest quarter. Neighbouring 82 other apartments in the building costing more than $9000 per square foot, the building features bulletproof windows, iris scanners and “panic room” for security purposes with British SAS watching over the building. Reports of the pending penthouse also include floor-to-ceiling refrigerators and a 24-hour room service

4. Henley Mansion

This extravagant mansion covers almost 3000 square metres of livin space complete with state-of-the-art security system, helipad,spa complex, home cinema and two golf courses. Now owned by a Russian billionaire for $218 million, this structure is 300-years old now with numerous stories of haunting and a dark past to back all up.

3. Villa Leopolda

Built by King Leopold II of Belgium in 1902, is a 27 stories summer home with 19 bedrooms and 50 full-time gardeners. This spectacular home in French Reviera of 29,00 square foot has one of the best beachfront views in the south of France. Formerly owned by the richest person in the world Bill Gates, this masterpiece stands at the staggering price of around $460 million in the market today.

2. Antilla

It  had set the record for the most expensive house in the world was set in 2009 when Indian miltibillionaire Mukesh Ambani moved to their new home “Antilla” in Mumbai, India. Built in accordance with Vaastu Shastra, this modern day palace is 570 feet tall, 27-storey with six floors of parking, a health level with jacuzzi, gym and “ice room”, a ballroom level, four story garden and floors with bedrooms and bathrooms along with a staff of around 600. Each floor is unique in its design looking like a different house with every next level. The current price for this house stands at $1 billion.

1. Gold house

Currently rumored to be the most expensive house ever built costing over $12.2 billion by king of bling Stuart Hughes, is the house located in a secret location in Switzerland. Known as the world’s first “Gold-house”, with 200.000 kilograms of solid gold and platinum fixtures and fittings and the specially designed flooring made from meteoric stone with shavings of original 65 million year old T-Rex Dinosaur bones embeded in each tile. Sitting on 2,442 square meters, it has living space of 752 square meters with 338 square meters of terrace, wine cellar of 25 square meters, 8 rooms and a 4 car garage. It might be a little over-exageratted according to the sources.

10. Chitwan

Home to Chitwan National Park which is one of the finest in Asia, get a taste of wildlife with a look at rare one horned rhinos, great gharial crocs and tigers in their natural habitat from the safety of  top of an elephant. Filled with rich flora and fauna accomodated by finest tourist resorts Chitwan is a must place for any visitor.

9. Kathmandu Durbar Square

In the heart of the capital city Kathmandu, one of the renowned tourist locations filled with palaces and temples of medieval Nepal it is a showcase of art and architecture of Newari people back in the day. Also being UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is very tourist friendly with Thamel, the most renowned and dazzling touring locations very close to it. There is abundance of hotels, restaurants, bars and cafe for people all over the world offering one of the best hospitality and food in the nation.

8. Lumbini

Situated at the foothills of the great Himalayas the birthplace to Buddha, Lumbini is where the divine soul took his first breathe as Siddharth Gautam. This place holds a cultural and religious significance to buddhists and nepalese alike. Although there are mostly hindu temples in the area, the one significant is the Maya Devi Temple which enshrines the site of Buddha’s birth. It is a popular destination for those curious about the Enlightened One.

7.Daman

The only place offering you unimpeded view of 400 km of Himalayan panorama, Daman is just 80 km southeast of the capital Kathmandu city situated at 2.400 m above sea level. Apart from sight-seeing you can go hiking, cycling or rock climbing while you’re at it. The accomodation might not be luxurious but sure is comfortable and pleasant. Great sunshine and astonishing view is the promise of this place.

6. Langtang

Protected as Langtang National Park it resides north of Kathmandu bordering Tibet with number of high Himalayan peaks and famous lake Gosainkunda. Primarily favored for trekking routes and white water rafting, Langtang has mixed clamatic zones from subtropical to alpine with plenty of  thrilling stories on Yeti sightings. With more than a dozen of high peaks in this region Langtang is a must visit of everyone.

5. Illam

Situated at an altitude of 1,677m, Antu Danda in Illam District is a masterpiece of nature. With green tea gardens till the sight ot horizon it seems as though the nature embraces the sun in its bosom as you view the sunset . With captivating scenery and divine aroma of the tea garden it commands the splendid view of Mt. Everest and Mt.Kanchenjunga. Words are barely able to depict its true presence thus a visit is inevitable.

4. Namo Buddha

Situated about 40 km southeast of Kathmandu is the most important Buddhist pilgrimage site of Nepal. Built upon what is said to be the remains of Buddha Shakyamuni’s former incarnation who willingly gave his life to feed a dying hungry tigress and her 5 cubs.  Because the region was infested with tigers, the local people wouldn’t call it by its actual name, which contains the word ‘tiger’, and so, as a way to protect themselves, they got into the habit of calling it “Namo Buddha.” The sacred spot is not marked with Stupas and engravings showing Buddha giving his body to the tigress.

3. Manang-Mustang

Situated at the altitude of 3,749 m lies paradise by the name of Mustang. Initially famous for famous pilgrimage Muktinath, Manang-Mustang is a a journey of spectacular views and breathtaking scenery as you climb up. Its lack of transportation has ironically has become another adventure of sight-seeing tourist. Undoubtbly it is one of the most beatiful places in Asia let alone Nepal. With the panoramic view of Himalayas combined with tropical scenery it is a visual dramatics for anyone.

2. Pokhara

Heart of tourism in Nepal is certainly Pokhara city. “Atithi Devo Bhava”, as an old proverb goes in Sanskrit guests are equal to god and it is certainly true in this paradise. Pokhara has everything to offer for its distant visitors from nature’s wonders to lavish hotels and resorts. With so dense population of tourists around this area native people feel like they are the outsiders. An abundance of lakes with no shortage of adventure tourism, most of the trekking starts from this city. Be it paragliding, trekking, rafting or rock climbing this is where your journey begins. For anyone who has been to Nepal, Pokhara city and its name will forever be a reason to bring smile on their faces. It is a MUST BE place for any visitors who set their foot in Nepal.

1. Solukhumbu

The most popular trekking destination in Nepal and one of the most spectacular adventure treks in the world. It is not about the destination, its about the journey and Everest Base Camp is all about embracing true nature at its best and worst as well. Make your way to the highest point on earth through rigorous terrain and unforgiving cold. Though this journey might very well be the harshest one of your lifetime, you will never regret a bit of it. The breathtaking views and almost godly Himalayas will give the experience of a dozen lifetimes. If this is not the primary reason for visiting Nepal, it will certainly be the most memorable one once you when you leave.

Top 10 tallest skyscrapers in the world are:

10. Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai

The Jin Mao Tower is the tenth tallest skyscraper in the world situated in the Lujiazui area of the Pudong district of Shanghai, People’s Republic of China. The Jin Mao means ” golden prosperity building” contains offices and luxurious Shanghai Grang Hyatt Hotel. It was constructed in 1999. It is a centerpiece of Pudong skyline along with the Oriental Pearl Tower. Its height is 421 m(1,380 ft) with 88 floors. The cost of project was $530 Million.

9. Trump International Hotel and Tower, Chicago

The Trump International Hotel and Tower also known as Trump Tower  is in Chicago, Illinois. It is the world’s 9th tallest skyscraper condo-hotel. It was designed by architect Adrian Smith of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill and the building was named after the real estate developer Donald Trump. It was built by Bovis Lend Lease, adjacent to the Chicago river with a view of the entry of Lake Michigan. It received publicity when the winner, Bill Rancic of first season of Apprentice Television Show chose to manage the construction of this building. Its height is 423 m(1,389 ft) with 98 floors. The cost of the project was $847 Million.

8. Guangzhou International Finance center, Guangzhou

The Guangzhou West Tower is also known as Guangzhou International Finance Center is at Zhujiang Avenue West in Tianhe District at Guangzhou, China. It was constructed and designed by Wilkinson Eyre and was completed in 2010. The building is used for many purposes like conference  centre, hotel and office building. Its height is 438 m(1,435 ft) with 103 floors, where 1 to 66 floors are used for office, floors 67 to 68 are used for mechanical equipment, floors 69 to 98 are used for hotels and rest for observation deck. The cost of project was $1.2 Billion.

7. Willis Tower, Chicago

The Willis Tower, formerly known as Sears Tower is in Chicago, Illinois. It was completed in 1973 and was announced as the tallest building in the world. Now it is the world’s seventh tallest skyscraper. Its Sears naming rights was expired in 2003, than in March 2009, London based insurance broker Willis Group Holdings obtained the naming rights after leasing a portion of the building. It was officially renamed as Willis Tower on 16 July, 2009. Its height is 442 m(1,451 ft) with 108 floors. The cost of project was $950 Million.

6. Nanjing Greenland Financial Complex, Nanjing

The Nanjing Greenland Financial Center is in Nanjing, China. It got completed in April,2010. It comprises of retail and office space in lower floors and restaurants, hotels and observations on top floors. It was designed by architecture firm Skidmore, Owings and Merrill and builded by Adrian Smith. Its height is 450 m(1,476 ft) with 89 floors. On the 72nd floor, an observation floor, provides a panoramic view of Nanjing, and the nearby river Yangtze, two lakes and mountains. It is world’s sixth tallest skyscraper. The cost of project was $375 Million.

5. Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur

The Petronas Towers are twin towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is nearby Kuala Lumpur Tower and a landmark of Kuala Lumpur. It was the tallest building in the world fron 1998 to 2004, until Taipei 101 was developed. But the twin towers are still the tallest skyscrapers in the world. It is the world’s fifth tallest skyscraper. Its height is 452 m(1, 483 ft) which including only spires, not antennas. It contains 88 floors. The cost of project was $1.6 Billion.

4. International Commerce Center,  Hong Kong

The International Commerce Center is in West Kowloon, Hong Kong. It was completed from 2007 to 2010. It got inaugurated in 2011. It is a part of Union Square Project built on top of Kowloon Station. The International Commerce Center is owned and developed by MTR Corporation Limited and Sun Hung Kai Properties. They are the Hong Kong’s  largest property developer and metro operator. It is the world’s fourth tallest skyscraper. Its height is 484 m(1,588 ft) with 108 floors. The cost of project was $3.85 Billion.

3. Shanghai World Financial Center, Shanghai

The Shanghai World Financial Center is a skyscraper in Pudong, Shanghai, China. It was developed by Mori Building and designed by  Kohn Pedersen Fox.This skyscraper consists of offices, hotels, conference rooms, decks and shopping mall at the ground floor. Park Hyatt Hotel is the best hotel in Shanghai with 174 rooms and suits and the tallest hotel which occupies 79th to the 93rd floors of Shanghai World Financial Center. Its height is 492 m(1,614 ft) with 101 floors. The cost of project was $1.2 Billion.

2. Taipei 101, Taiwan

Taipei 101, popularly known as Taipei World Financial Center, is in Xinyi District, Taipei, Taiwan. It is World’s second tallest skyscraper. It is awarded as World’s the tallest LEED building in July, 2011. It was designed by C.Y. Lee & partners and construction is done by KTRT Joint Venture. The tower is designed to stand by earthquakes and typhoons. A multi-shopping mall is adjoining the tower having hundreds of  restaurants, clubs and stores. The height of the tower is 509 m(1,670 ft) with 101 floors. The cost of project was $1.8 Billion.

1. Burj Khalifa, Dubai

Burj Khalifa is also known by Burj Dubai, is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the World’s tallest skyscraper till now. Its construction began on 21 September 2004, its exterior structure got completed on 1 oct, 2009. Burj Khalifa got inaugurated on 4 jan, 2010. The architecture and engineering of Burj Khalifa were done by Skidmore, Owings and Merrill of Chicago, with Adrian Smith as chief architect, and Bill Baker as chief structural engineer. The contractor of the building was  Samsung C&T of South Korea. The height of the Burj Dubai is 828 m(2, 717 ft) with 163 floors. The cost of project was $1.5 Billion.