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Travel Europe
» Europe is a historical and cultural continent and a geographical subcontinent forming the westernmost part of the Eurasian super continent. Europe is bounded to the north by the Arctic Ocean , to the west by the Atlantic Ocean, to the south by the Mediterranean and the Black Sea, and to the east by the Ural Mountains and the Caspian Sea .
» In terms of area , Europe is the world's second smallest continent, with an area of 10,400,000 km (4,000,000 square miles), making it slightly larger than Australia In terms of population it is the third largest continent after Asia and Africa .
» Europe has a long history of cultural and economic achievement, starting as far back as the palaeolithic The Paleolithic or Palaeolithic – lit. old stone – period is the oldest part of the stone age, dating from the first use of stone tools by hominids (maybe 2,000,000 years ago) to the end of the Pleistocene epoch. Subdivisions of the Paleolithic include the Origins of Western democratic and individualistic culture are often laid in Ancient Greece ; the Roman Empire divided the continent along the Rhine and Danube for several centuries. Following the decline of the Roman Empire, Europe entered a long period of stasis, referred to by Renaissance thinkers as the " Dark Ages " and by the Enlightenment and modern historians, as the Middle Ages .
» The Culture of Europe might better be described as a series of overlapping cultures of Europe Whether it be a question of West as opposed to East; Catholicism and; Christianity as opposed to Islam , many have claimed to identify cultural fault lines across the continent.
T O P - E U R O P E A N C O U N T R I E S
T r a v e l G e r m a n y ------------
Germany is a constitutional federal republic, whose political system is laid out in the 1949 'constitution' called Grundgesetz (Fundamental Law). Together with France , the united Germany is playing a leading role in the European Union. Germany is at the forefront of European states seeking to advance the creation of a more unified and capable European political, defense, and security apparatus.
The Federal Republic of Germany The Federal Republic of Germany has a prospering tourism industry. Tourism in Germany has improved since the end of World War II and many tourists visit Germany to experience a sense of European history. The countryside exhibits a pastoral aura, while its cities exhibit both a modern and classical feel.
» Capital : Berlin
» Language : German
» Currecny : Euro(€)
» Dialing code : +49
» National Anthem: Das Lied der Deutschen
T r a v e l I r e l a n d ------------
The island of Ireland is a Goidelic language spoken in Ireland . Irish is constitutionally recognized as the first official language of the Republic of Ireland , and has recently received a degree of formal recognition in Northern Ireland , under the Good Friday Agreement alongside the varieties of Lowland Scots spoken in Northern Ireland . It is composed of the Republic of Ireland in the south and Northern Ireland a region of the United Kingdom. The population of the island is about 5.6 million people.
Politically, the island of Ireland is divided into » The Republic of Ireland , capital - Dublin . This state is often simply referred to internally and internationally as Ireland or Eire. Technically Ireland and Eire are the official names of the state while the " Republic of Ireland " is its official description. Northern Ireland , capital - Belfast , also referred to unofficially as the ' Six Counties ', the North of Ireland, and Ulster'. Northern Ireland is a region of the United Kingdom .
The three most important international airports in the Republic are Dublin Airport , Cork Airport and Shannon Airport . All provide extensive services to the UK , Europe and North America .
The Irish rugby team includes players from the north and the south, and the Irish Rugby Football Union governs the sport on both sides of the border. Gaelic football is the most popular form of football and is played and organised on an All-Ireland basis.
» Capital : Dublin
» Language : Irish
» Currecny : Euro, Irish Pound
» Dialing code : +353
»National Anthem: Amhran na bhFiann
T r a v e l R u s s i a ------------
The Russian Federation or Russia , is a country that stretches over a vast expanse of eastern Europe and northern Asia With an area of 17,075,400 km. Russia was again vying for an influential role on the world stage. This influence is notable, but is still far from that of the former Soviet Union . The Russian Federation is a federative democratic republic with a president, directly elected for a four-year term, who holds considerable executive power. The president, who resides in the Kremlin, nominates the highest state officials, including the prime minister or premier, who must be approved by parliament.
The Russian Federation is home to as many as 160 different ethnic groups and indigenous peoples. As of the 2002 census, 79.8% of the population is ethnically Russian, 3.8% Tatar, 2% Ukrainian, 1.2% Bashkir, 1.1% Chuvash, 0.9% Chechen, 0.8% Armenian, and the remainder of 10.3% includes Mordvins, Belarusians, Georgians, Avars, Kazakhs, Udmurts, Azerbaijanis, Maris, Germans, Evenks, Ingushes, Inuit, Jews, Kalmyks, Karelians, Koreans, Ossetians, Dolgan Nenetses, Tuvans, Yakuts, and still others.
» Capital : Moscow
» Language : Russian
» Currecny : Ruble
» Dialing code : 7
» National Anthem: Hymn of the Russian Federation
Russia is not the typical country for westerners to go to during their vacations though it has much to offer: Russia has rich cultural heritage, embodied in the cities of Moscow with Tretyakov Gallery Bolshoi Theatre or the Kremlin collections, and Saint Petersburg on river Neva close to the Baltic Sea with its famous "white nights", the art collections of the Hermitage Museum and the Russian Museum .
T r a v e l U K ------------
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a state in western Europe, usually known simply as the United Kingdom, the UK, or, inaccurately, as Great Britain or Britain. The UK was formed by a series of Acts of Union which united the formerly distinct of England , Wales , Scotland , and Ireland under a single government in London . The UK is situated off the north-western coast of continental Europe surrounded by the North Sea, the English Channel and the Atlantic Ocean Also under the sovereignty of the United Kingdom , though not part of the United Kingdom itself, are the Crown dependencies of the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man and a number of overseas territories.
The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy, with executive power invested in an elected government headed by the Prime Minister and his Cabinet. The government's actions are carried out in the name of the monarch and are accountable to Parliament.
Many British people travel abroad, which takes money out of the country. However, many other people come to England as tourists, and this is economically beneficial. There is significant economic benefit from American tourists, as well as other tourists from European countries. In the UK as a whole, tourism contributes 76 billion pounds to the British economy and it employs 6.1% of the working population, making it the 6th largest industry.
» Capital : London
» Language : English
» Currecny : Pound Strilling £
» Dialing code : +44
» National Anthem: : Rule Britannia Land of Hope and Glory
T r a v e l T u r k e y ------------
The Republic of Turkey is a country located in Southwest Asia with a small part of its territory (3%) in southeastern Europe . Until 1922 the country was the center of the Ottoman Empire The Anatolian peninsula, between the Black Sea and the Mediterranean Sea forms the core of the country. Turkey is bordered to the east by Georgia , Armenia Azerbaijan and Iran to the south by Iraq and Syria and to the west by Greece and Bulgaria . The capital city of Turkey is Ankara , but the largest city is Istanbul . Other important cities include Izmir , Bursa , Adana , Izmit (Kocaeli), Konya , Diyarbakir , Antalya , and Samsun . The majority of the Turkish population (around 80%-85%) is of Turkic ethnicity, who speak the official language of the country, Turkish. The Kurds (inc. Zazas) constitute up to about 10%-15% of the population. Turkey has an abundance of spectacular scenery, fantastic weather and some of the most hospitable people you could ever find... No wonder Turkey is one of the top holiday destinations in the world.
» Capital : Ankara
» Language : Turkish
» Currecny : Turkish Lira
» Dialing code : 90
» National Anthem: Istiklal Marsi
T r a v e l S w i t z e r l a n d ------------
The Swiss Confederation or Switzerland is a landlocked federal state in central Europe with neighbors Germany France Italy Austria and Liechtenstein .The country has a strong tradition of political and military neutrality but also of international co-operation, as it is home to many international organizations. Switzerland is a prosperous and stable modern market economy with a per capita GDP higher than that of the big western European economies.
With an area of 41.000 square kilometers, Switzerland is a small country. The population is around 7.4 million, resulting in a population density of 184/km. The Swiss landscape is characterised by the Alps , a high mountain range running across the central-south of the country. Amongst the high peaks of the Swiss Alps, the highest of which is the Dufour Peak at 4,634 m, are found countless valleys, some with glaciers. The Swiss climate is generally temperate, but it can vary greatly locally, from the harsh conditions on the high mountains to the pleasant Mediterranean climate at Switzerland 's southern tip.
The Swiss are noted for their banks, their chocolate, their cheese, their pocket knives, their watches, and their private boarding schools. Swiss Travel System turns any journey into an unforgettable experience. Whether you're travelling by train, boat or post bus, a glance at the surrounding countryside is enough to capture the cultural wealth and geographical variety of this country.
» Capital : Bern
» Language : Romansh
» Currecny : Swiss franc (CHF)
» Dialing code : +41
» National Anthem: Swiss Psalm
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Travel South America
South America is a continent crossed by the, with most of its area in the Southern Hemisphere. South America is situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean .It became attached to North America The Andes , likewise a comparatively young and seismically restless mountain range, run down the western edge of the continent.
» The land to the east of the Andes is largely tropical rain forest, the vast Amazon River basin. South America ranks fourth in area, after Asia, Africa and. It ranks fifth in population, after Asia, Africa, Europe , and North America . The region of South America also includes various islands, most of which belong to countries on the continent. the land to the east of the Andes is largely tropical rain forest, the vast Amazon River basin. South America ranks fourth in area, after Asia, Africa and. It ranks fifth in population, after Asia, Africa, Europe , and North America . The region of South America also includes various islands, most of which belong to countries on the continent.
» In a word, South America can be fabulous and frustrating, exciting and exasperating. Variety is the spice of life, and South America travel offers more variety of culture, wildlife, adventure and natural beauty than any other continent. This liveliness and diversity are evident as soon as you arrive. In South America friendly people welcome you into their lives, happily sharing their culture, their food and even their homes. Once you start to explore this part of the world you quickly realize it holds many of the most intriguing and beautiful destinations on earth.
T O P- C O U N T R I E S S o u t h A m e r i c a
T r a v e l B r a z i l ------------
The Federative Republic of Brazil is the largest and most populous country in South America . Brazil had been inhabited for at least 6,000 years by semi-nomadic populations. Brazil and its 26 states and Federal District is divided by IBGE in 5 distinctive regions: North, Northwest, Center-West, Southeast and South (Division by Regions). Brazil is characterised by the extensive low-lying Amazon Rainforest in the north, and a more open terrain of hills and (low) mountains to the south, home to most of Brazil 's population and its agricultural base. Situated along the equator, Brazil 's climate is predominantly tropical, with little seasonal variation, though the subtropical south is more temperate and can occasionally experience frost and snow. Precipitation is abundant in the humid Amazon Basin , though more arid landscapes are found as well, in particular in the northeast.
Brazil 's economy outweighs that of all other South American countries and is expanding its presence in world markets. About 74% of all Brazilians claims to be member of the Roman Catholic Church; most of the remaining 26% adhere to various Protestant faiths. Brazil is the only Portuguese-speaking nation in the Americas , giving it a distinct national culture separate from its Spanish-speaking neighbors.
» Capital : Brasilia
» Language : Portuguese
» Currecny : Real
» Dialing code : 56
» National Anthem: Hino Nacional Brasileiro
T r a v e l A r g e n t i n a ------------
Argentina is a Spanish-speaking country in southern South America, situated between the Andes in the west and the southern Atlantic Ocean in the east. It is bordered by Paraguay and Bolivia in the north, Brazil and Uruguay in the northeast and Chile in the west.
Argentina 's urban areas have a European look, reflecting the influence of their European settlers. Many towns and cities are built like Spanish cities around a main square called a plaza. The Argentine climate is predominantly temperate with extremes ranging from subtropical in the north to arid/sub-Antarctic in far south. Argentina benefits from rich natural resources, a highly literate population, an export-oriented agricultural sector, and a diversified industrial base. Argentines are a mixture of diverse national and ethnic groups, with descendants of Italian and Spanish immigrants predominant (at least 88% of Argentina 's total population). Waves of immigrants from many European countries arrived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The most popular winter destinations are the ski resorts located along the Andes Mountains , while the most popular summer destinations are the beach resorts on the Atlantic coast. Argentina attracts about 3 million tourists (0.4 percent) out of the 714.6 million tourists that travel internationally each year.
» Capital : Buenos Aires
» Language : Spanish
» Currecny : Argentine Peso
» Dialing code : 54
»National Anthem: Oid, Mortales! (Spanish: Hear, Oh Mortals)
T r a v e l C h i l e ------------
The Republic of Chile is a republic located on the southwestern coast of South America . It shares borders with Argentina to the east, Bolivia to the northeast and Peru to the north. Chile is divided into 13 regions.
A long and narrow coastal region on the west side of the Andes Mountains, Chile stretches over 4,630 km north to south, but only 430 km at its widest point east to west. The economy is mostly export driven. Its main export product still continues to be copper, followed by agribusiness products. While the main industry of the northern part of Chile is mostly mining related, the southern half has quite an extensive agricultural and dairy industry. The central zone is dedicated mostly to services and industry, with the main harbor, Valparaíso, also situated in this part of the country. About 85% of Chile 's population live in urban centers, with 40% living in Greater Santiago. Most have Spanish ancestry .
» Capital : Santiago
» Language : Spanish
» Currecny : Pesso
» Dialing code : 56
» National Anthem: Himno Nacional
One of the most important tourist destinations is about forty-eight kilometers north of Santiago . The region is considered to have some of the best beaches and climatic and geographic conditions in Chile . travelers are drawn to this string bean of a country because of its spectacular Pacific coastline and Andean highlands, and because of the opportunities it offers for adventure sports. Chile 's distinctive culture has survived the violence and repression of its recent history. The main attraction of Chile to the tourist, cycling or otherwise, are its well-managed national parks, the best preserved natural environments of South America . Here you can find true wilderness and a great variety of scenery from utterly rainless desert to impenetrable rainforest .
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Travel USA
The United States of America , also referred to as the United States , U.S.A. , U.S. , America , or the States, is a federal republic in central North America, stretching from the Atlantic in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west. It shares land borders with Canada in the north and Mexico in the south.
» The country has rich mineral resources, with extensive gold, oil, coal, and uranium deposits. Successful farm industries rank the country among the top producers of, among others, corn, wheat, sugar, and tobacco.
» American society is based on either multi-ethnic or one of five ethnic groups: White , sometimes called European-American or Caucasian ; African American , also called Black ; Hispanic , also called Latino ; Asian-American , frequently specified as Chinese-American , Korean-American , etc.; and Native American , also called American Indian . As of 2004, the distribution for major religions in the United States was as follows: Protestant 52%, Roman Catholic 24%, Mormon 2%, Jewish 1%, Muslim 1% and between 0.3 and 0.5 % each for Buddhist & Hindu.
» Capital : Washington
» Language : English
» Currency : US Dollar
» Dialing Code : 1
» National anthem : The Star-Spangled Banner
» The United States of America has a large and lucrative tourism
industry serving millions of international and domestic tourists. Tourism in the United States is mostly promoted at the state and local level.
U S A : Top Cities
T r a v e l N e w Y o r k ............
New York is a state in the northeastern United States whose U.S. postal abbreviation is NY. It is sometimes called New York State when there is need to distinguish it from New York City . New York State 's borders touch (clockwise from the northwest) two Great Lakes which are connected by the Niagara River, the Provinces of Quebec and Ontario in Canada .
The City of New York—usually called New York City and sometimes New York, New York to distinguish it from its location in the U.S. state of New York—is the most populous city in the and the second most populous in North America. International travel to New York City increased 10.2% from 4.8 million to 5.3 million visitors in this valuable market which generates 40% of all visitors spending.
Albany is the state capital, and New York City is by far the largest city. Its major cities and towns are: New York City , Buffalo , Rochester , Yonkers , Syracuse , Albany , Niagara Falls , New Rochelle , Mount Vernon , Schenectady , Utica , Binghamton , Ithaca.
T r a v e l C H I C A G O ............
Chicago is the third largest city in the United States , with an official population of 2,896,016, as of the 2000 US Census. Chicago is located in the state of Illinois , on the western shore of Lake Michigan.. The city is the county seat of Cook County . The Chicago metropolitan area is known colloquially as Chicagoland .
Chicago has a climate typical to that of the Midwestern United States. Sudden changes of weather, large daily temperature ranges, and unpredictable precipitation patterns are all staples of Chicago weather. Chicago has four clearly defined seasons. The highest temperature ever recorded in Chicago is an unofficial 109°F (44°C). The coldest temperature ever recorded in Chicago is -27°F (-33°C).
Tourism is a major industry for Illinois and especially Chicago . This list provides statistics and facts regarding Chicago 's Tourism Industry in 2003. For great music, amazing skylines, and interesting museums, head to Chicago . One of the largest cities in the United States. The United States has the largest healthcare system in the world and Chicago is arguably the capital of that system.
T r a v e l L o s A n g e l e s ............
The City of Los Angeles , widely known by its abbreviation L.A. , is a large coastal metropolis in Southern California in the western United States . The economy of Los Angeles is driven by agriculture, petroleum, motion pictures ,aerospace , international trade and tourism . . Los Angeles is famous as the world capital of motion picture production. It also has important music, art, and architecture scenes. Despite its young age, Los Angeles has earned fame and inspired critics. The city is situated in a semitropical Mediterranean climate zone. L.A. has a total area of 472.08 square miles. The extreme north-south distance is 44 miles, the extreme east-west distance is 29 miles, and the length of the city boundary is 342 miles. The people of Los Angeles are known as Angelenos.
T r a v e l W a s h i n g t o n ............
Washington is a state in the Pacific Northwest of the United States . It should not be confused with Washington , DC , the nation's capital. To avoid confusion, the state is often called Washington state. With Olympia as its capital. Washington is the only state named after a president, George Washington. The five largest ancestry groups in Washington are German 18.7%, English 12%, Irish 11.4%, Norwegian 6.2%, Mexican 5.6%. Washington is a leading agricultural state.
Washington is also notable for being home to four of the five longest floating bridges in the world. A trip to world-renowned Washington D.C. is not complete without discovering its vast array of world famous monuments, museums, and memorials. This sightseeing adventure offers visitors to experience the spectacular historic delights of the city.
T r a v e l S a n F r a n c i s c o ............
San Francisco County was one of the original counties of California , created in 1850 at the time of statehood. The San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge was opened in 1936 and the Golden Gate Bridge in 1937. The United Nations Charter was drafted at San Francisco in 1945. San Francisco is famous for its hills and the streets which run straight up and down them. Three of San Francisco 's notable hill neighborhoods are Nob Hill, Russian Hill, and Telegraph Hill, all located in or near the downtown area. San Francisco is also famous for its Cable cars. Surrounded on three sides by water, San Francisco 's climate is strongly influenced by the cool currents of the Pacific Ocean . The weather is remarkably mild all year round, with a so-called Mediterranean climate characterized by cool, foggy summers and relatively warm winters.
Approximately 40 miles south of San Francisco is the Silicon Valley , which holds much of the computing business in the world. Many major American and international banks and venture capital firms have all set up their regional headquarters in the city.
The list of attractions in San Francisco reads like an all-star vacation checklist: the Golden Gate Bridge , Alcatraz Island , Fisherman's Wharf, the cable cars—and the list goes on. Visitors to San Francisco are never far from one of the many attractions that has put this coastal town on the map.
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Travel Australia
The Commonwealth of Australia is the sixth-largest [geographically] country in the world . Australia includes a number of islands the largest of which, other than the mainland, is Tasmania State. Australia 's neighboring countries include New Zealand to the southeast and Indonesia.
» The land was not discovered by Europeans until the 17th century. Australia is a constitutional monarchy, with Elizabeth II reigning as Queen of Australia. The Commonwealth of Australia is a constitutional monarchy.
» Australia had a prosperous Western-style mixed economy. Much of Australia 's culture is derived from European and more recently American roots, but distinctive Australian features have evolved from the environment, aboriginal culture, and the influence of Australia 's neighbours. The vigor and originality of the arts in Australia —films, opera, music, painting, theater, dance, and crafts—are achieving international recognition. By far the largest part of Australia is desert or semi-arid — 40% of the land mass is covered by sand dunes.
» Tourism is a very large sector of the Australian economy. According to a recent report on the industry by the Australian government, the tourism industry represents 4.7% of Australia 's GDP. Australia's international tourism campaigns have largely centered around the image of Australia as a wild, expansive, almost uninhabited continent, with all manner of exotic scenery and wildlife, endless beaches, and friendly, relaxed locals.
» Capital : Canberra
» Language : English
» Currency : Australian Dollar
» Dialing Code : 61
» Population : 20,180,878 (appox)
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Travel Asia
» The continent of Asia is defined by subtracting Europe and Africa from the great land mass of Africa-Eurasia. The boundaries are vague, especially between Asia and Europe: Asia and Africa meet somewhere near the Suez Canal . Asia itself is often divided in the following subregions.
» Central Asia There is no absolute consensus in the usage of this term. Usually, Central Asia includes: the Central Asian Republics of Kazakhstan , Uzbekistan , Tajikistan , Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan . Afghanistan , Mongolia , and the western regions of China are also sometimes included.
» East Asia This term includes: The Pacific islands of Taiwan and Japan . North and South Korea on the Korean Peninsula . China , but sometimes only the eastern regions Sometimes the nation of Mongolia is also included with East Asia.
» Southeast Asia This region contains the Malay Peninsula, Indochina and islands in the Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean . The countries it contains are: In Mainland Southeast Asia, the countries Myanmar , Thailand , Laos , Cambodia and Vietnam . In Maritime Southeast Asia, the countries of Malaysia , the Philippines , Singapore , Indonesia , Brunei and East Timor. The country of Malaysia is divided in two by the South China Sea , and thus has both a mainland and island part.
» South Asia South Asia is also referred to as the Indian Subcontinent. It includes: the Himalayan States of India , Pakistan , Nepal , Bhutan and Bangladesh the Indian Ocean nations of Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
» Southwest Asia It can also be called the Middle East, although that term is occasionally used to also refer to countries in North Africa . Southwest Asia can be further divided into: Anatolia, constituting part of Turkey The island nation of Cyprus in the Mediterranean Sea . The Levant or Near East, which includes Syria , Israel , Jordan , Lebanon and Iraq . The Arabian peninsula, including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Yemen and occasionally Kuwait.
ASIAN COUNTRIES
Travel Japan ------------
Japan (Nippon) the origin of the sun is a country in East Asia situated on a chain of islands east of the Asian continent on the western edge of the Pacific Ocean . The largest of these islands are, from north to south, Hokkaido ,Honshu the largest island), Shikoku and Kyushu . A number of smaller islands immediately surround these four, as well as one outlying group of small islands well to the south in Okinawa .
Recorded Japanese history began in the 5th and 6th centuries AD, when the Chinese writing system, Buddhism, and other Chinese culture was introduced by Baekje. Through the Taika Reform Edicts of 645, Japanese intensified the adoption of Chinese cultural practices, and reorganized government in accordance with the Chinese adminstrative structure. This paved the way for the dominance of Chinese Confucian philosophy in Japan until the 19th century. The Nara period of the 8th century marked the first strong Japanese state centered around an imperial court in the city of Heijokyo (now Nara ). The imperial court later moved to Heiankyo (now Kyoto ), starting a "golden age" of classical Japanese culture called the Heian period.
About 73% of the country is mountainous, with a chain running through each of the main islands: the highest mountain, Mount Fuji , has a height of 3,776 m (12,388 feet). Since flat land is limited, many hills and mountainsides are cultivated all the way to the summits, and major cities have developed on every sizable plain. Japan is a temperate region with four distinct seasons, but because of its great length from north to south, its climate varies from region to region: the far north is very cold in the winter, while the far south is subtropical. The climate is also affected by the seasonal winds blown from the continent to the ocean in winters and vice versa in summers.
» Capital : Tokyo
» Language : Japanese
» Currecny : Japanese Yen (¥)
» Dialing code : 81
» National Anthem : Kimi Ga Yo
Travel Maldives ------------
The Republic of Maldives is a country consisting territorially of a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean, south-southwest of India.
The early history of the Maldives is obscure. According to Maldivian legend, a Sinhalese prince named Koimale was stranded with his bride--daughter of the king of Sri Lanka--in a Maldivian lagoon and stayed on to rule as the first sultan. Over the centuries, the islands have been visited and their development influenced by sailors from countries on the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean littorals. Mopla pirates from the Malabar Coast--present-day Kerala state in India --harassed the islands. In the 16th century, the Portuguese subjugated and ruled the islands for 15 years (1558-1573) before being driven away by the warrior-patriot and later Sultan, Muhammad Thakurufaanu Al-Azam. Today, the country's economy has undergone a major structural transformation. The reliance on the primary fisheries sector has given way to a service sector based economy, driven by tourism. Distribution, transportation and construction have also expanded significantly.
» Capital : Male
» Language : Dhivehi
» Currecny : Rufiyah
» Dialing code : 960
» National Anthem: Gavmii mi ekuverikan matii tibegen kuriime salaam
Travel India ------------
The Republic of India is a large country in South Asia , with a population of over one billion. It is the seventh largest country by geographical size. It has grown significantly, in both population and strategic importance, in the last twenty years. Located in Asia and constituting most of the Indian subcontinent, India straddles many trade routes. It shares its borders with Pakistan , the People's Republic of China , Myanmar , Bangladesh , Nepal , Bhutan , and Afghanistan1. Sri Lanka , the Maldives and Indonesia are nearby island nations in the Indian Ocean . India is home to some of the most ancient civilizations and has given birth to four major world religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism.
India 's entire north and northeast states are made up of the Himalayan Range . The rest of northern, central and eastern India consists of the fertile Indo-Gangetic plain. Towards western India , bordering southeast Pakistan , lies the Thar Desert . The southern Indian peninsula is almost entirely composed of the Deccan plateau. The plateau is flanked by two hilly coastal ranges, the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats . The Indian climate varies from a tropical climate in the south to a more temperate climate in the north. India gets its rains through the monsoons.
India has a rich and unique cultural heritage, having striven to preserve its established traditions throughout history; its dynamic nature is manifest in its willingness to respect and tolerate foreign ways and practices. Many dynamic cultural practices and monuments have been inherited from the rule of Mughal emperors, such as the Taj Mahal. Living in a pluralist, multilingual and multicultural society, Indians are largely tolerant and peaceful. Religious practices of various faiths are an integral part of everyday life in society. Education is highly regarded by members of every socio-economic stratum. The traditional Indian family values are highly respected and considered sacred.
» Capital : New Delhi
» Language : Hindi
» Currecny : Indian Rupee
» Dialing code : +91
» National Anthem: Vande Mataram
India produces the world's highest number of films annually. The most recognisable face is that of Bollywood, based in Mumbai, which produces mainly commercial Hindi films. Cinema in other language bases is particularly strong, with movies regularly produced in well-established Bengali, Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu industries.
Travel Saudi Arabia ------------
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a country on the Arabian Peninsula . It borders Iraq , Jordan , Kuwait . , Oman , Qatar , the United Arab Emirates and Yemen , with the Persian Gulf to its north-east and the Red Sea to its west.
In 1902 Abdul Aziz Ibn Saud captured Riyadh , the Al-Saud dynasty's ancestral capital, from the rival Al-Rashid family. Continuing his conquests, Abdul Aziz subdued Al-Ahsa, the rest of Nejd , and the Hijaz between 1913 and 1926. On January 8, 1926 Abdul Aziz Ibn Saud became the King of Hijaz. On January 29, 1927 he took the title King of Nejd (his previous Nejdi title was Sultan). By the Treaty of Jedda, signed on May 20, 1927, the United Kingdom recognized the independence of Abdul Aziz's realm (then known as the Kingdom of Hijaz and Nejd ). In 1932, these regions were unified as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The discovery of oil in March 1938 transformed the country economically, and has given the kingdom great legitimacy over the years. Today Saudi Arabia enjoys a close relationship with the many western nations who purchase Saudi oil.
The kingdom occupies eighty percent of the Arabian Peninsula . Most of the country's boundaries with the United Arab Emirates , Oman , and Yemen are undefined, so the exact size of the country remains unknown. The Saudi government estimate is 2,217,949 square kilometers. Other reputable estimates vary between 2,149,690 square kilometers and 2,240,000 square kilometers. Less than 1 percent of the total area is suitable for cultivation, and in the early 1990s population distribution varied greatly among the towns of the eastern and western coastal areas, the densely populated interior oases, and the vast, almost empty deserts. Saudi Arabia is considered to be one of the fifteen countries that comprise the so-called "Cradle of Humanity."
Culture has only very narrow avenues of expression and is heavily censored. It has to be "traditional" and has to serve Islam. Public theatres and cinemas are prohibited, as the ruling family clan believes those institutions to be incompatible with Islam. The cultural heritage is celebrated at the annual Jenadriyah Cultural festival.
» Capital : Riyadh
» Language : Arabic
» Currecny : Saudi Riyal
» Dialing code : 966
» National Anthem: : Aash Al Maleek
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Antarctica Travel
» Antarctica is a continent close to the Earth 's South Pole . It is the coldest place on earth and is almost entirely covered by ice . It is not to be confused with the Arctic , which is located near the Earth's North Pole . Antarctica was discovered in late January 1820.
» Antarctica is the fifth largest continent in area , after Asia , Africa , North America and South America . However, it is by far the smallest in population : indeed, it has no permanent population at all. It is also the continent with the highest average altitude , and the lowest average of any continent on Earth.
» Antarctica has no permanent residents, but a number of governments maintain permanent research stations on the continent. Most tourists visit the Antarctic Peninsula and offshore islands to see the scenery, the wildlife and some of the historical sites of the early explorers. A small but increasing minority are now looking for other activities in Antarctica - sky diving, climbing, surfing, diving, ski walking - which may pose difficult safety issues in the future. In the past few years, Antarctica has gotten so famous, particularly with travelers interested in nature-based tourism, that concerns have been raised about the continent's delicate ecosystem.The continent is vaguely round in shape - like a circle drawn by an infant or a cookie with a couple large bites taken out of it.
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Travel Africa - Information For Tourists
Africa is the world's second-largest continent in both area and population after Asia . It covers 20.3% of the total land area on Earth, and with over 800 million human inhabitants, it accounts for about one seventh of Earth's human population. East Africa is the site of Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya the two tallest peaks in Africa.
» The African continent contains 56 countries. Africa is home to the oldest inhabited territory on earth, and it is believed the human race originated from this continent. Africa is composed of 56 nations, the vast majority of which are republics that operate under some form of the presidential system of rule. Approximately 80% of Africans live south of the Sahara Desert . The indigenous peoples of sub-Saharan Africa are generally referred to as either Negroes (a term widely viewed as offensive or antiquated in many countries today), black Africans, or simply blacks, due to the generally dark brown skin color of these peoples.
» Africans profess a wide variety of religious beliefs. The two most widespread religious groups of Africa, Christianity and Islam, have their roots in Southwest Asia . Approximately 40% of all Africans are Christians and another 40% Muslims. Islam largely arrived in Africa through the Arab conquest of the north, and later diffusion through the Sahara desert into the interior of Africa . Some Muslim communities were also established by seafarers on the eastern coast of Africa . There are four major language families native to Africa .
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Travel Kenya ------------
The colonial history of Kenya dates from the establishment of a German protectorate over the Sultan of Zanzibar's coastal possessions in 1885, followed by the arrival of the Imperial British East Africa Company in 1888. Kenya is well placed to serve as an engine of growth in East Africa , but its economy shows signs of stagnating. Some argue that this is because of poor management and uneven commitment to reform, others insist that structural imbalances in world trade, particularly with regard to falling commodity prices and lack of access to western markets, have much to do with poor economic growth. Some parts of East Africa have been renowned for their concentrations of wild animals, such as the "Big 5" of elephant , giraffe , lion , zebra and rhino , though populations have been declining under increased stress in recent times, particularly rhino and elephant. Tourism is an important part of the economies of Kenya.
» Capital : Nairobi
» Language : Kiswahili & English
» Currecny : Shilling
» Dialing code : 254
» National Anthem: Ee Mungu Nguvu Yetu (Oh God of All Creation)
Travel South Africa ------------
South Africa is a republic at the southern tip of Africa . It is bordered to the north by, Botswana and Zimbabwe and to the north-east by Mozambique and Swaziland Lesotho. is contained entirely inside the borders of South Africa . South Africa is one of the most ethnically diverse countries in Africa . In 1910 the four main republics in the region united as the Union of South Africa. In 1931 South Africa became a fully sovereign and self-governing dominion under the British crown. In 1961 it became a republic. South Africa is divided into nine provinces: Eastern Cape , Free State , Gauteng , KwaZulu-Natal , Mpumalanga , Limpopo , Northern Cape , North West and Western Cape . South Africa is located at the southern tip of the continent of Africa .
South Africa is a middle-income, developed country with an abundant supply of resources.
» Capital : Cape Town (legslative) & Pretoria (administrative)
» Language : Afrikaans - English - Zulu
» Currecny : Rand
» Dialing code : 27
» National Anthem: Nkosi Sikelel iAfrika God Bless Africa)/Die Stem van Suid-Afrika (The Call of South Africa )
One of the most diverse and enchanting countries in the world. A combination of landscapes, people, history and culture offer the traveller a unique and inspiring experience. South Africa 's top attractions are; Table Mountain, Robben Island, Garden Route, Kruger National Park, Soweto. South Africa is home to one of the world's greatest panoramas of wildlife in Africa.
Travel Zimbabwe ------------
Zimbabwe is a country located in the southern part of the continent of Africa, between the Victoria Falls, Zambesi river, Kariba Dam and Limpopo river It is bordered by South Africa to the south, Botswana to the west, Zambia to the north and Mozambique . The state traded gold, ivory, and copper for cloth and glass. It ceased to be the leading Shona state in the mid-15th century. Zimbabwe is a republic, with an executive president and a unicameral parliament, known as the House of Assembly. Zimbabwe is divided into 8 provinces and 2 cities with provincial status: Bulawayo (city), Harare (city).
» Capital : Harare
» Language : English
» Currecny : Zimbabwe dollar
» Dialing code : 263
» National Anthem: Kalibusiswe Ilizwe leZimbabwe(Blessed be the land of Zimbabwe )
For a small, landlocked country in southern Africa, Zimbabwe offers an astounding variety of natural beauty and spectacular scenery. The country holds great appeal for active adventurers, outdoor enthusiasts. Wildlife flourishes in the untamed wilderness of the Zambezi Valley , in national parks, and on the shores of Lake Kariba , where hippo, crocodiles, buffalo, rhino, elephant and lion roam freely.
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