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Map of all coordinates in "Geography of the North Sea" from BingThe North Sea is a marginal, epeiric sea on the European continental shelf. The Dover Strait and the English Channel in the south and the Norwegian Sea in the north connect it to the Atlantic Ocean. It is more than 970&_160;kilometres (600&_160;mi) long and 580&_160;kilometres (360&_160;mi) wide, with an area of around 750,000&_160;square kilometres (290,000&_160;sq&_160;mi). A large part of the European drainage basin empties into the North Sea including water from the Baltic Sea. Much of the sea's coastal features are the result of glacial movements. Deep fjords and sheer cliffs mark the Norwegian and parts of the Scottish coastline, whereas the southern coasts consist of sandy beaches and mudflats. These flatter areas are particularly susceptible to flooding, especially as a result of storm tides. Elaborate systems of dikes have been constructed to protect coastal areas. The Romans and the Vikings extended their territory across the sea. The Hanseatic League, the Netherlands, and finally the British sought to dominate commerce on the North Sea and through it to access the markets and resources of the world. Commercial enterprises, growing populations and limited resources gave the nations on the North Sea the desire to control or access it for their own commercial, military, and colonial ends.
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1. Rent a car in North Cyprus
November 04, 2009
It is so easy to be attracted by beautiful images of North Cyprus with its sandy beaches, clear azure blue sea, picturesque mountains full of water springs and caves to be found and vibrant cities with their markets full of aromatic spices. Want to uncover the beauty of North Cyprus only by yourself? Then hiring a car is just right for you. That is because you will become independent of public transport and taxis which are often expensive. Nevertheless, you will be your own boss and you will decide when and which parts of North Cyprus you will visit. Is hiring your own car the right thing f... (read more)
Author: Relytech Sro
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2. Belize Basic Information
November 03, 2009
Belize, Central America Belize lies on the eastern coastline of Central America, bordered on the north by Mexico, on the west and south by Guatemala, and on the east by the Caribbean Sea. Its size is aproximately 8,867 square miles. The mainland is approximately 174 miles long (north-south) and up to 68 miles wide (west-east). A total boundary length of 316 miles. Belize also includes 200 plus cayes (islands), ranging in size from a few hundred feet to 25 miles long and 4 miles wide; most of which are located inside the 185 mile long live coral Belize Reef. Belize became indepedent in... (read more)
Author: Alex Canalez
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3. Visiting Vietnam
November 02, 2009
Vietnam is located in Southeast Asia on the Indochina Peninsula. It flanked by the south China Sea to the east, Laos to the northwest, Cambodia in the southwest and china in the north. The country boasts of dense forests, unique flora and fauna, long beaches and mountains. Tet, is the Vietnamese New Year and celebrated with great pomp all week long. Visiting Vietnam during Tet is highly recommended! Let’s find out a little more about Vietnam and some of the cities that must be visited while you are on your trip. SAPA Sapa is a hill station located in the Hoang Lien Sapa. It is breathtaking... (read more)
Author: Xavier Wrangle
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4. Frankincense Oil, Buy Frankincense Oil, Pure Frankincense essential oil
November 02, 2009
Frankincense Oil Frankincense essential oil is steam distillated from the gum resins of Boswellia trees. It is also known as Olibanum and is native to the Red Sea region, growing throughout North East Africa and produced in Somalia, Ethiopia, South Arabia, China and India. The name Frankincense is derived from the French 'franc', meaning 'pure' and the Latin 'incensium', meaning 'to smoke'. It has been used extensively as an incense in religious purposes for centuries and aids in meditation and prayers. Pure Frankincense essential oil is thin and light yellow i... (read more)
Author: Ankur Tandon
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5. Why You Need To Know Candle Making History
November 01, 2009
Perhaps no era of history reminds us of candles as much as the abbeys and monks of the 16th century and the colonial era of U.S. history.
When we think of the time just prior to the Revolutionary War, candles seem to be one of the first items that come to mind. Why even during the war, the cry from Old North Church in Boston involved the lighting of candles, "One if by land, two if by sea."
The warning of how the British would attack would be signaled through the use of . . . . candles!
The itinerant chandler, as found so prevalently in many parts of Europe, was scarce in the... (read more)
Author: Daniel Martin
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6. Highlands, NC Statistically Speaking
October 31, 2009
Highlands, NC can be found in the lower southwestern tip of the state. The name Highlands speaks for itself. This quaint little hospitality is located in the lower Appalachian Mountains and rests around 4,118 feet above sea level. This gives Highlands the distinction of being one of the most elevated little towns in the eastern half of the United States. This popular getaway location is right at home in the Nantahala National Forest. The scenic beauty surrounding Highlands attracts nature lovers from all over the land. There truly is something for everyone in Highlands.
Located in M... (read more)
Author: Martin Najbrt
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7. Manchester Quiz
October 29, 2009
Manchester is among the largest metropolitan cities in Great Britain. It came into existence during the Industrial Revolution and it is rich in heritage, culture and history. It has been inhabited from the Roman times, when Julius Agricola built a fort to the north of the city. Manchester was Britain's fourth largest port, 40 mile from the sea. In year 1894, the Manchester Ship Canal was opened to allow ships to reach Manchester and the neighboring town of Salford. The history of old Manchester is questioned in any Manchester quiz.
In year 1830, Liverpool and Manchester Railway was opened... (read more)
Author: Jenny Lauper
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8. Hurricane Season
October 29, 2009
A storm is a distressed state; marked by thunder, lightning and strong winds. Hurricane is also a kind of strong storm but it is nastier than other natural disasters. It usually comes with strong winds and lightening. This storm also gets violent as it hits land, begins over a warm sea and can create huge damage. Flooding, huge waves, graving rains are the results of this storm. Hurricanes are different from Typhoons as it all depends on the label of the place from where they are occurring. If they begin on the North zone of Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean then they are named as Hurricanes and... (read more)
Author: gray smithroy
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9. Yacht charter Bahamas
October 29, 2009
Crystal-clear waters of the deep blue sea, exotic beauty bearing the flavors of former British colonial life, not far from a high spirited casino; where else could you find it, but the Bahamas. Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Bahamas, officially the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, is an English speaking country consisting of 29 islands, 661 cays and 2,387 rocks. Lying to the north of the Bahamas are the Abaco islands.
With miles of clean beaches, warm water teaming with sea life, this place has a lot to offer. The Middle Bahamas and Berry islands are places which never run out of activi... (read more)
Author: Alok Grover
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10. Brunei Capital City
October 28, 2009
The tiny country of Brunei is situated on the beautiful island of Borneo. It is amid the tropical beaches, beauty and rain forest. You can get to the rain forests through Brunei by taking a boat. It is a modernized culture that has many public buildings and past the city lie many beautiful miles of rain forest and jungle. Brunei is located north west of Borneo, and the South China Sea is north, while the Malaysian State of Sarawak is surrounding all of the other sides of the area. The climate is typically hot with high humidity and a heavy rainfall. There is not a distinct wet season and rain... (read more)
Author: aaron leronle
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11. Dreaming of a Holiday in Cyprus Villa
October 27, 2009
Cyprus is considered as the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea after Sicily and Sardinia and is stretching over an area of 9.251 sq. km in the far eastern basin of the Mediterranean. Strategically located at the crossroads of Europe, Africa and Asia, this exquisite island has become the most favored holiday destination over the years. With an average of 320 warm and sunny days a year complemented by spectacular beaches, Cyprus is perfect for an escapade, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If you are also dreaming of a perfect holiday in Cyprus villa, then we assure yo... (read more)
Author: Ashish Chadha
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12. Apartments in Barcelona- Make one's stay as enjoyable as possible at cheap rates
October 26, 2009
Barcelona is really a beautiful city that welcomes a multitude of tourists each year especially those who love the arts. Even while vacationing in Barcelona, there is no doubt thousands of places to explore: dozens of museums, theatres, monuments, bars, clubs, sports centers etc. and travel around. Barcelona located at the Mediterranean Sea in the very north of the Spanish coast, is certainly the most cosmopolitan and economically most active city in this country. And one of the most promising part visiting the Barcelona is accommodation expense which can be minimized further if you're traveli... (read more)
Author: roby john
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13. Group health plan illinois allows company's to offer great health care plans
October 26, 2009
Many employers today want to know what group health insurance is and how does it affect them. A group health insurance plan is an insurance plan that is sponsored by the employer and allows you and your dependents to take advantage of the benefits of health care insurance. Many times, the cost of the group health plan is shared by the employee and the employer. As an employer, it is hard to differentiate what insurance company would be best for the needs of you, your employees, and your employee’s families. In a sea of endless health care insurance quotes, co-payment options, and a thousand di... (read more)
Author: Jose Anderson
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14. Scuba Diving in Thailand
October 21, 2009
Thailand is among the most exciting countries to visit. It is world famous for its shopping places, elephant rides, naughty shows among other sites. Thailand also offers great scuba diving areas with its stunning Andaman Sea in the southern coasts, and the Similan Islands up further north.
The best months to go to Thailand is October until April because beyond that, the rainy season could ruin your scuba diving trip. Although if you insist to go diving from May to September, you can do so at the Gulf of Thailand on the eastern side but you may not see the same beautiful corals found on t... (read more)
Author: Ollie Morrison
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15. Madrid hotels for all tastes
October 21, 2009
Spain is one of the most popular seaside destinations in Europe, and it’s easy to see why with thousands of miles of Mediterranean coastline.
However, Spain has far more to offer than sand and sea. The country is home to some of Europe’s finest cities, from Barcelona in the north east to Seville in the south west. Arguably the best of them all though is the capital and Spain’s largest city, Madrid.
With a population of well over three million people, Madrid is a lively, bustling, cosmopolitan metropolis and is the European Union’s third most populous municipality after London and Ber... (read more)
Author: Fred Dinbar
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16. Speaking the language of hotels in Barcelona
October 21, 2009
Spain has developed a reputation as a hotspot for holidaymakers seeking sun, sea and sangria. But there is so much more to Spain, with warm weather and red-wine cocktails perhaps disguising the true offerings of this vast and varied country.
Situated on the north-eastern Mediterranean Spanish coast, Barcelona is a culturally-rich, vivacious city that is steeped in history. It is also a cosmopolitan metropolis to boot, making it the perfect place for culture vultures and city-lovers alike.
Many tourists arrive in Barcelona, Spanish phrasebook in hand with a few well-rehearsed phrases... (read more)
Author: Fred Dinbar
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17. Dubai Holidays Satisfy Your Every Need
October 09, 2009
Dubai is one of the seven United Arab Emirates, situated on the north-east of the Arabian Peninsula, and it has become one of the most popular of the Emirates, with superb accommodation on offers for holidaymakers.
Flying time is seven hours from London, and Dubai holidays offer almost everything you could wish for on a holiday, including sun, sea, shopping, nightlife, golf water sports, and skiing. Yes, skiing! Skiing started in December 2005 in Dubai Emirates Mall, with the world’s third largest indoor ski slope. It measures 400 metres and uses 6,000 tons of real snow. A second indoor s... (read more)
Author: Danny Jones
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18. Tuna fishing techniques
October 08, 2009
Tuna, a very popular saltwater game fish, generally inhabit warm waters. They are abundant in number and can be easily found everywhere from the US-Canada border in the north to Australia in the south. Although, the blue fin tune is getting rarer by the day, with some counties imposing a ban on blue fin tuna fishing, still, the abundance of other species of tuna make it a very popular game fish. Also known as the “rose of the sea”, Tuna are fast swimmers and are very hard to catch. So if you are thinking of going tuna fishing, there are some things you need to keep in mind or else you could v... (read more)
Author: mad scan
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19. Online Booking for Hotels in India
October 08, 2009
India is a country of rich heritage and tradition. India presents itself in a wide range of colors and customs; from the north to the south and from the east to the west, India is bonded closely because it has a tremendous unity among diversity.
To a traveler, the country is a home to varied species of flora and fauna, magnificent landscapes, mountains and rivers, sea and desert. In fact, name anything and you would find that in India. There are different categories of hotels in India that provide a perfect abode to travelers and tourists.
Hotels in India are located throughout the... (read more)
Author: Rajeev Singh
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20. Saudi King Fires Critic of University
October 05, 2009
Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah has removed a top cleric who criticized gender mixing of students at a new university.The king issued a royal order Sunday relieving Sheikh Saad al-Shithri of his position on a top council of religious scholars.The royal order gave no reason for the action, but the decision came after Shithri publicly criticized gender mixing at the new King Abdullah University of Science and Technology.The university, located on the Red Sea north of Jeddah, is part of King Abdullah's plan to equip Saudi Arabia to conduct advanced scientific research. Saudi Arabia is governed by Wa... (read more)
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21. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE "ZERO DISCHARGE" PRINCIPLE FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE "PRIR
October 05, 2009
SHELOMENTSEV A.G., SKVORTSOVA E.A.JSC "SEVMORNEFTEGAZ"2 "FRECOM" Ltd."Prirazlomnoye" oil-field (POF) is situated on the continental shelf in the southeastern area of the Barents Sea. JSC "Sevmorneftegaz" was granted the right for the subsurface use under the "Prirazlomnoye" oil-field, and is now in the process of development and coordination of pre-project and project documentation for the oil-field development in accordance with the established procedure. FRECOM Ltd. was contracted to perform the works on environmental impact assessment.Environmental protection problems and activities requir... (read more)
Author: John Gonzo
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22. THE TIDES OF THE OB BAY
October 04, 2009
SERGEY V. KOROTKOV. JSC "AMIGE", RussiaPrior to the beginning of 1990th years in the Ob Bay of the Kara Sea there was well advanced network of sea and estuary weather stations and observational level gauges where regular sea level's observations were carried out.The next years, in connection with the general crisis which has captured all spheres of a life in the territory of the former USSR, in the specified area there was a sharp reduction of station network. The part of stations has been closed; the part has reduced volumes of sea level observations. Last years, in connection with liquidatio... (read more)
Author: John Gonzo
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23. QUATERNARY GEOLOGY AND SEDIMENTATION ENVIRONMENT OF THE NORTH-EASTERN BARENTS SEA
October 04, 2009
KOSTIN, DA JSC "AMIGE", RussiaThe paper is based on the data of shallow seismic reflection survey, shallow boring and sampling which have been carried out by various companies in the northern part of the Barents shelf The area of interest is bounded from the North by the Franz Josef Land and from the South by the Novaya Zemlya.Quaternary sediments overlie the Mesozoic and Paleozoic rocks with angular and stratigraphic unconformity and form a discontinuous cover. The Quaternary strata are about 10-20 m thick, but in the areas of denudation they may almost thin out. Maximal thicknesses are chara... (read more)
Author: John Gonzo
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24. Is Hurghada the place for Property Investment in Egypt?
October 02, 2009
Property investment in Egypt is becomming increasingly popular with investors searching for a safe, reliable and attractive property investment. Hurghada is known worldwide especially for its coral reefs and magnificent climate. It is an ideal place for divers and water sports lovers. It is a six hour drive from Cairo and Hurghada sprang up early in the 20th century. Served by Hurghada airport with direct flights from the UK, the area stretches from El Gouna in the North to Sahl Hasheesh in the south, a stretch of some 40 kilometers parallel to the beaches of the Red Sea. Originally a fishing ... (read more)
Author: James Hickling
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25. Puerta Plata Attractions - Top 3 Must Do's
October 02, 2009
One of the top attractions in the Dominican Republic is Oceanworld Aquatic Park. The park is situated on Cofresi Beach near Puerto Plata on the North coast of the island. The admission price to Oceanworld includes bus transfers from local hotels, so it is easy to get there. There are plenty of activities included in the basic admission price to keep you occupied for the whole day. The sea lion shows, dolphin shows, shark shows and bird shows are worth watching, there is always plenty of seating available and they usually start on time. While snorkelling in the Tropical Reef Aquarium you can g... (read more)
Author: David Weaver
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