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1. Make Dream Vacations Come True with Rhodes Hotels September 02, 2008 One of the best known island holiday destinations, Rhodes is more than a plain tourist spot. It hosts a number of ancient artifacts and well-preserved ruin sites, which are definitely a treat to those curious travelers. Since the country of Greece is known for its intriguing, mystic and rich history, these are all evident in the island’s diverse and vibrant culture. For many decades, the island managed to enchant the world’s travelers with its fine combination of natural and ancient treasures. However, what actually makes this island endearing is its long line of pristine beaches. So for whate... (read more) Author: Matt Roger

2. China's Handmade Embroidery - Embroidered Silk Visual Art September 02, 2008 Hisotry of Chinese Handmade Embroidery China has always been famous for its silk and its handmade silk embroidery. For millennia, the renowned "Silk Road" brought Chinese silk and embroidery to Central Asia, Western Asia, Europe and Africa. The silk trade created exchanges between China, India, Greece and Rome and acted as a link between these four ancient civilizations. Since the earliest fabric samples of 3000 B.C. People in China realise that human beings have wanted to enliven their surroundings clothing, toiletries and linens by adding hand work of some kind over the woven ... (read more) Author: Krista QQ

3. Laser Fits Fresco Fragments August 22, 2008 A new approach that combines a laptop computer, flatbed scanner, and a turntable with a laser rangefinder automates a painfully slow task facing archaeologists -- reconstructing ancient artifacts from thousands of tiny, often-eroded pieces. For several decades, archaeologists in Greece have been attempting the Herculean task of reconstructing wall paintings that hold valuable clues to the ancient culture of Thera, an island civilization that was buried under volcanic ash more than 3500 years ago. At their current rate, it will take more than a century to complete their fresco fragment pu... (read more) Author: Shane Ennerson

4. Flights - Going Greek! July 31, 2008 With a variety of island destinations and world famous ancient sites, Greece remains one of the most popular destinations for tourists looking to catch some sun. For those looking for a glimpse into ancient Greek history, there are a number of World Heritage sites – such as the Acropolis in Athens – that are dotted around the country and the surrounding islands. As many of us look to enjoy the sunshine and defy the credit crunch, shelling out for cheap flights to destinations such as Zante and Faliraki, holidays in Greece remain one of the most popular amongst UK holidaymakers. ... (read more) Author: D Collins

5. Cheap Holiday for Adventure July 30, 2008 When it comes to Cheap holidays for adventure in antiquities [ancient history] of western civilizations, Greece is the famous European country that comes in the mind of every one. Greece is referred to as the cradle of western civilization because of the enduring influences of its ideas. Cheap holidays Greeceaffords one the opportunity to visit the sites of Greek arts and architectural works which importance in the history of western civilization is a remarkable fact. The Greek established many of the most enduring themes, attitudes and forms of western culture which are still practiced in th... (read more) Author: Elena Carr

6. HOLIDAY IN ATHENS July 30, 2008 This metropolitan capital is also the largest and one of the oldest cities in Greece. Athens is rich with ancient history, myths and a contemporary touch of bars, café and restaurants. Athens is also the city of Olympics, architecture and holiday in Athens is nevertheless a complete adventure in itself, with Athens offering breathtaking archaeological rich places, beaches and crowded shopping areas. Following are some of the tourist spots or attractions one must visit when holidaying in Athens: Acropolis Acropolis is one of the major tourist spots as it stands high up on the hills, givi... (read more) Author: Gauri Pawar

7. Greece July 24, 2008 I hope you enjoy this article brought to you by www.traveltypes.net Greece Greece, a country with an extraordinary captivating mix of ancient and modern, stands at a crossroads of culture and civilizations. From a villa explore Greek architecture, meet the locals and experience some authentic Greek cuisine. The Greek islands are extremely popular amongst tourists and there are an abundance of resources at your disposal. The Ionian Islands are an integral part of the country's tradition and offer a picture postcard landscape that can never be truly captured. The best time of year t... (read more) Author: Anne Bain

8. The 2008 Beijing Olympics and what it means for China July 24, 2008 The 2008 Beijing Olympics and what it means for China Perhaps no other sporting event in the world has such a rich history as the Summer Olympic Games. From its origins in ancient Greece, the games have travelled the world for centuries. And this summer, they come to another ancient land, China. Beijing will play host to the 2008 Summer Olympics, the 29th Olympiad in modern times. This is the first time China has ever hosted the Olympics. Billions of dollars have been invested in building stunning new sports venues; including the 80,000 seat National Stadium, a wonder of architectura... (read more) Author: Kassey Wang

9. Buying Property in Greece for under £80,000 July 24, 2008 Ancient Greece may have laid the foundations for modern culture and civilisation, including democracy, philosophy, education and a host of literary and mathematical concepts, but it is foundations of an entirely different kind that are now occupying the minds of savvy British property buyers. Heritage is only one of the many draw cards of a country that also has azure islands, Mediterranean sunshine and now, budget direct flights from the UK to attract second-home buyers. The property market in Greece is already an established one, with a solid internal and international property market t... (read more) Author: Homes Overseas

10. The 2008 Beijing Olympics and what it means for China July 24, 2008 The 2008 Beijing Olympics and what it means for China Perhaps no other sporting event in the world has such a rich history as the Summer Olympic Games. From its origins in ancient Greece, the games have travelled the world for centuries. And this summer, they come to another ancient land, China. Beijing will play host to the 2008 Summer Olympics, the 29th Olympiad in modern times. This is the first time China has ever hosted the Olympics. Billions of dollars have been invested in building stunning new sports venues; including the 80,000 seat National Stadium, a wonder of architectura... (read more) Author: Wang Kassey

11. Some History Of Tennis July 20, 2008 Tennis has its roots in the ancient play of the handball, played in Greece a long time before the Christian era. During the average ages it developed concerned to handle the beater rather the ball between two adversaries than against a wall. The name comes from, French of tenez take or. ready Initially it had no line of border there, but gradually a court was slightly developed the shape of a sand glass, with a line traced through the narrow central portion. The balls early were made of leather and faggots of the hair. The racquet developed in the following way: for protection by s... (read more) Author: Jennifer Seaton

12. The 2008 Beijing Olympics and what it means for China July 17, 2008 The 2008 Beijing Olympics and what it means for China Perhaps no other sporting event in the world has such a rich history as the Summer Olympic Games. From its origins in ancient Greece, the games have travelled the world for centuries. And this summer, they come to another ancient land, China. Beijing will play host to the 2008 Summer Olympics, the 29th Olympiad in modern times. This is the first time China has ever hosted the Olympics. Billions of dollars have been invested in building stunning new sports venues; including the 80,000 seat National Stadium, a wonder of architectura... (read more) Author: rebecca faith

13. Greece by Private Yacht July 15, 2008 For the ultimate in luxury cruising charter a Private Yacht for a cruise around the beautiful Greek Islands. Go sight seeing on islands with valleys covered with Olive, Lemon, Orange and Fig trees. Visit extraordinary ancient Greek monuments, modern day museums and historic side by side classical mansions. Yacht charters can be a classic wooden to the modern speedy luxuriously sophisticated yachts equipped with helipads and pool decks, cinemas disco bars and libraries. These huge modern wonders can accommodate up to 180 passengers. They have Relaxation Areas, Guest Salons, Private Suit... (read more) Author: Rebecca Robbins

14. Add Style to Your Pergola July 14, 2008 Pergolas are a shady, garden structure whose beginnings date back to ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, and were common features in early Renaissance gardens throughout Europe. Their primary purpose was to provide shade on walkways, terraces, or pools. The earlier versions were often constructed from stone pillars with wooden cross-beams with a lattice roof. It was common to see ivy, grapevines, or other climbing plants winding around the wood, and filling the open spaces between the lattice. Today they are often constructed from pressure-treated wood or cedar. The many varieties of maintenance-f... (read more) Author: RE Writer

15. Classical Education, Why Your Child Needs It? July 13, 2008 Someone who believes that an education system that was instituted over two thousand years ago can be thrown out within a single generation has ignored the fact that time is the best testing ground when it comes to understanding human behavior. 50 years: That's all it took for educators and lawmakers to throw away an educational system that took more than 2,000 years to age to perfection. Ancient Greece and Rome first developed classical education, and by the 16th century it was the norm throughout the Western world. This educational system produced some of the finest thinkers an... (read more) Author: G Entp30

16. The Demise of Classical Education and Today's Scenario July 13, 2008 There is a serious problem with the minds of young people today, and the demise of classical education is a direct cause. When classical education dies, so too do the ideas, visions, and values of classical Greece and Rome die with it. These ideas and values were what helped create Western civilization. It's ironic that our own universities have begun scrutinizing these ideas, since very few people in America know about the West's origination in ancient Greece. Our citizens are sadly moving further and further away from the vital philosophical and ethical theories that are so necessa... (read more) Author: Parveen Kumar

17. The Draw of Wall Maps July 09, 2008 No one knows just how long Mapmaking has been around, but it is almost certain that probably for 8,000 years humans have used Wall Maps, and without a shadow of a doubt Wall Maps preceded writing. We know this because there are Wall Maps scribed onto the walls of caves by the men and women who lived in them, and examples of ancient maps of Babylon, Greece and Asia, have been found by archaeologists and they precede writing in those countries too. It is easy to say that the very first maps were actually Wall Maps because early Cave dwellers didn’t have parchment or papyrus to draw their ma... (read more) Author: Paul Renier

18. Clifinar Explains How SEO Works June 27, 2008 Introduction Clifinar web marketing seminars are a type of seminar about web marketing techniques. The Clifinar is presented at a company called Compucall. The seminar dates back at least to Ancient Greece, were philosophers debated metaphysical and ethical issues. During the clifinar, participants debate SEO approaches. It’s fun and educational too. SEO Has Real Clout Companies, Universities, NGOs, and webmasters are waking up to the importance of search engine optimization (SEO) as a means of driving more visitors to their websites. SEO is really one element of the broader field of s... (read more) Author: Ariel Rosen

19. A Guide To Coordinate A Bachelor Weekend June 26, 2008 In the ancient Greece, when any comrade was ready to get married, Spartan men came together for a night of dining and toast to celebrate. Even after 2000 yrs later, bachelor party is a much –loved rite of passage now. While some right away think of strip casinos and clubs, more of the today’s finest men are lining up special fetes for the groom. Now-a-days, men are scheduling highly structured destination parties which do not include slot machines and exotic dancers. The tradition of a bachelor party is very famous in the city. Even event planners in New York City are hired to make it a ... (read more) Author: Erica Maurer

20. Find Your Personal Greek Paradise June 23, 2008 Birthplace of the Olympics and home to fantastic myths, legends and ancient history, mainland Greece and its numerous beautiful islands have been popular with British tourists ever since the onset of mass air travel in the 1960s; many returning year after year to revel in the sun, sea and warmth of the locals. But it is the sheer diversity of the country that attracts many visitors. From cultural city breaks in Athens - the birthplace of democracy - to secluded mountain hideaways, Greece has much to offer. Of course, if you prefer a two-week break next to a beautiful beach in five star l... (read more) Author: Isla Campbell

21. The Clifinar - Web Marketing Seminars June 15, 2008 Introduction Clifinar is a form of web marketing seminar that has become popular at a web marketing company called Compucall. Clifinar is an example of a portmanteau - a word formed by fusing meanings of two different words. In this case it is Clifton, the name of the web marketing professional who gives the seminars, and the word seminar. The History of the Seminar The origins of the seminar can be traced back to an ancient dialectic method of learning called the Socratic Method. In ancient Greece the subjects of investigation tended to be of a metaphysical and moral nature, such as t... (read more) Author: Ariel Rosen

22. Greece and 5 Places you must Visit June 11, 2008 Greece, which is also known as the Hellenic Republic, is located in southeast Europe. The country has a mixed heritage from the empires of the ancient Greeks, Romans, Ottomans, and Byzantines. Greece is famous for its role in introducing to the world the concept of democracy, philosophy, the Olympic Games, and drama. Be sure to try the local Mediterranean cuisine including the internationally famous Greek salad, moussaka, stifado, Greek Salad, spanakopita, Souvlaki, and mezze (a small meal) that comes with assorted accompaniments like tzatziki, grilled octopus and small fish, feta cheese... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

23. A Natural Way to Combat PMS June 02, 2008 Premenstrual syndrome (known as PMS) involves a variety of physical, mental, and behavioral symptoms tied to a woman’s menstrual cycle. By definition, symptoms occur during the days before a woman's period starts. They usually go away after the first day or two of flow. PMS has been seen since the times of ancient Greece. It has been reported in Eastern (Asian) cultures as well as throughout the Western World. Modern scientific study of PMS has been going on since the early 1930s. At least 80% of menstruating women have some premenstrual symptoms: * About 40% of menstruating... (read more) Author: R. Fredricksen

24. Lingerie's Humble Beginnings May 29, 2008 Just how did lingerie come to be? Corsets thrived during the ancient times in Greece. The first corset was made in Crete at around 2000 BC. Its purpose was to emphasize a woman’s bust while creating an impression of a smaller waist and exaggerated hips. Corsets would sometimes be embellished with a brooch or a pin. It would take years before leather and wool were introduced. In Rome, women wore loincloths that could pass as panties. Sometimes, they would also wear breast cloths or bras made of soft leather to cover their breasts. Other fabrics available then would only be wool and linen ... (read more) Author: Priyanka Arora

25. A Holiday Destination in Minoan Crete May 19, 2008 The Greek island of Crete was the home of the Minoans, an ancient civilisation who preceded even the ancient Greeks. The Minoan civilisation is in fact the oldest of all European civilisations and was the first to use a written language. Considering that Minoan palaces on Crete were built 4000 years ago and devastated when the Greek Island of Santorini erupted 3600 years ago, it is surprising that so much of them still remains. A travel tip for finding a holiday destination in Crete that combines the best in beach vacations with the exploration of three Minoan palaces, is to stay in the r... (read more) Author: Stewart Palmer

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