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With the aim of bringing an entertaining as well as educative experience to the discovery of the origins of mankind, a brand new centre of Prehistory has been inaugarated at Les Eyzies in the Dordogne.
The Vezere Valley in the Dordogne has been inhabited by man for as long as 400,000 years, it was here in 1868 that Cro-Magnon man was first identified. Much of our knowledge about the origins of man is related to discoveries made in the region over the last two hundred years
There are 15 prehistori
Chinese New Year began on 3 February 2011 and marked the start of the current Year of the Rabbit and people form all over the world will be celebrating with the Chinese this week. The bustling atmosphere and finger-licking-good food on offer make Chinatowns worth a visit at any time of year, but we’ve made up a list with the 5 cities around the world that host the craziest parties, the most colorful parades and the best firework shows New Year’s Eve!
#1. New York
With more than 150,000 Chinese-spe
Darned if I was going to be dragged down into senior citizenship without a fight by letting my grandchildren call me “grandma”. The very word conjures up images of little old ladies hunched over knitting needles, warmed by fuzzy cardigans and sporting chunky black lace up shoes – not an option for a boomer ex-soccer mom who grew up with bell bottoms and the Beatles. So after the birth of my first grandchild, I borrowed an idea from a hip friend who successfully avoided the same dilemma by adopti
Out with the old and in with my new routine. Each week I have kindly let myself checkout those odd places that strike my curiosity. I have the author of The Artist Way (Julia Cameron) to thank for these new found discovery walks. What a great concept? Lots of hidden gems right in my own backyard. My recent find is a trendy little cafe, pardon me coffee house right around the corner from my home and B&B called Rooster Coffee House. It been there open on Broadview Ave. (in Toronto) for month
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Call it the Digital Revolution become Political.
The “Jasmine Revolution” that ousted Tunisian ruler Zine Ben Ali spread with uncanny speed to Tahrir Square, the heart and soul of Cairo and thus Egypt.
Having covered the region for various news outlets, there is no question in my mind or in the minds of most observers that the flames of revolt in Egypt, often called the Mother of the Arab countries were fanned by AlJezzera , the Arabic and English-language
Jaisalmer Fort ( Jaisalmer )
There is a fort that seems to rise out of a desert haze, its yellow sandstone walls and Jaisalmer Fortbastions taking on a golden hue in the afternoon sun, which is why it is aptly called Sonar Kila or the Golden Fort or Jaisalmer Fort. Jaisalmer Fort was built in 1156. It is the second oldest in Rajasthan Tourism after Chittor and the fort built by Rawal Jaisal, which crowns the 80m high Trikuta Hill. Three strong walls protect the citadel.the fort has 99 bastions ar
On the two-day journey from a town near Trashigang to Thimpu, which she had seen only on television, Karma felt numb with fear. She barely noticed Bhutan's pastoral beauty as the road wound through mist-clad passes, descending into idyllic valleys peppered by patchworks of rice paddy fields.
Her eyes fill up with tears at the sight of hundreds of fluttering prayer flags - it reminds her of a ritual for which her mother had saved every ngultrum (Bhutanese currency) she earned. "We trekked the whol
Are you ready to an excelent plate at lunch? A caldeirada, a traditional Portuguese fish stew, can consist of seafood (caldeirada de marisco), salted codfish (caldeirada de bacalhao) or any fish of your choice.
Ingredients (besides the fish):
4 large potatoes, 4 cloves of garlic, 1 large onion, 3 large tomatos, 1 red and 1 greene pepper, Olive oil, White wine, Sea salt, Coriander
Preparation:
Take a large pot, cut the fish into big lumps (including the heads, tails and bones, don’t throw away the
A NEW YORK LANDMARK CHURCH REOPENS
By Denise Mattia
If you were in New York in the 80’s you’re likely to remember the Limelight nightclub, on Sixth Avenue and 20th Street. The 19th century Gothic Revival church formerly the Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion, had undergone several metamorphoses, and now has become the chic Limelight Marketplace, New York’s Festival of Shops.
Built in 1846, the small yet radical church was one of the first in New York to have weekly communion services. In 1852
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New Innkeepers Use Social Media To Attract New Guests
In the highly individualistic culture of the Bed and Breakfast business, Tim and Amy Brady are fast becoming the "go to" couple for B and B owners and operators eager to gain access to the powers of social media marketing, and improving the guest experiences in the process.
The 30 something, very cool couple are decidedly not what one thinks of when one th
This is one of the famous and most beautiful drainpipes in Paris. It can be seen at the Hotel de Lauzun at 17 quai d'Anjou on Île Saint-Louis in the 4th arrondissement. (N.B. No, you can't book a room here).
The hotel was supposed to have been the centre of evil, the headquarters of a satanic federation in the movie The 9th Gate directed by Roman Polanski starring Johnny Depp.
Dirt road motorcycle adventure in Brazil
I came to Brazil to start organizing adventurous motorcycle tours, so I needed to get out there and explore. This is the story of how a casual afternoon ride turned into a two day adventure…
End of may 2009 I set out with my brand new Yamaha XT660R, and ended up entering a 4x4 trail that would take me from the BR155 (the road from Barra Mansa - Volta Redonda to Angra dos Reis) to Bananal crossing the Serra da Bocaina, which is part of the “Serra do Mar”, a
The best way to experience Nepal’s unbeatable combination of natural beauty and cultural riches is to walk through them. The immense contrasts in altitudes and climates found here support an equally spectacular mix of lifestyles, vegetation types and wildlife.
Trekking in the mountains of Nepal is more a cultural experience than a wilderness expedition. You will be passing through picturesque villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups. You will see Chhetri farmers working in their fields and Tam
Do you have family members who love to Golf, while others dream of lying in the sun, and still others want a vigorous hike in the great outdoors, or maybe a trail ride on horseback? No problem, you can plan the perfect vacation for everyone near Yosemite National Park.
There are a number of public golf courses in the Yosemite area, most in the Gateway Communities to the park and one that is actually inside Yosemite itself. There are many sunning and swimming opportunities, ranging from rivers a
With the cost of checked baggage being outrageous, a pashmina is a must to bring with you on a trip, even if you're going someplace hot. A pashmina has numerous uses, yet weigh almost nothing.
- They look great just tied around your neck and shoulders, dressing up a very simple outfit.
- Avoid those nasty blankets on the plane and cover up with your pashmina.
- Impromptu picnic or beach blanket
- Emergency towel
- Roll it up for a neck pillow
- Cover up a hotel window that doesn't have a curtain.
- Smog or smoke mak
Rajasthan History
The beautiful desert state of India and the home of the Rajputs- Rajasthan is an area of great physical beauty and contrast, massive forts and magnificent palaces are found in even the remotest part of the state. The most colourful region. Each Rajasthani city has a unique character, camel ride is possible only in the desert.
Capital : Jaipur, Area : 342000 Sq km, Tourist Season : winter/spring/autumn Population : 44006000 (1991 census) Languages : Rajasthani, Hindi Literacy Rate
