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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. World War 1: Ieper (Ypres), Belgium
November 20, 2009
Belgium, a country in the northwest of Europe on the North Sea. In ancient times Belgium was inhabited by the Belgae, the region was part of the Carolingian and Roman empires before breaking up into a number of feudal states during the middle Ages. The region occupied by present-day Belgium passed to the Hapsburgs in the 15th century and then to the French in the 18th century. After the defeat of Napoleon in 1815, Belgium was given to the kingdom of the Netherlands, from which it gained independence as a separate kingdom in 1830. Brussels is the capital and the largest city of Belgium. Belgium... (read more)
Author: Ankit Prashar
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2. Top Places to stay in Lardos on the Greek Island of Rhodes
November 20, 2009
Rhodes
Rhodes is the largest of Dodecanese islands and located in the Aegean Sea. Rhodes is amongst the major cities in Rhodes Island of the Greek. With a population of around 80,000; it is situated from north to south making a shape of triangle. Rhodes is recognized ever since prehistoric era as the place of one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Colossus of Rhodes.
Rhodes is a globally accepted place for tourism. It has lots of historical landmarks like the Medieval City of Rhodes, Grand Master's Palace, Acropolis of Rhodes and medieval shipwrecks. For sure all these attractio... (read more)
Author: Frank Jaeger
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3. Discover the Lifetime Experience of Trekking amidst the Serenity of Dodital
November 18, 2009
India is one of the very few countries that have numerous destinations for trekking and other adventurous activities. One of them is Dodital, which is surrounded by lush greenery & crystal clear water. Dodital is located at an elevation of 3024 meters above mean sea level, in the north of Uttarakashi; thus holds potential for adventure sports.
Apart from a display of natural beauty there is an array of diversity in culture and heritage for which India is known for ages. Travelers in course of their voyages and trekking expeditions, have opportunity to interact with the villagers coming f... (read more)
Author: Subhash Kandpal
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4. SPECIAL RIGHTS - GREAT RESPONSIBILITY FISHING AND OIL AND GAS EXPLORATION IN THE NORDIC SEAS
November 16, 2009
R. Nilsen (Norwegian Fishermen’s Association, Norway) Rights and responsibilities. The Fishing Industries and the Oil and Gas Industries working in the Barents Sea and the Norwegian Sea are given special rights from our governments. With such rights come responsibilities. Among those responsibilities is not to create unnecessary obstacles for other legitimate interests operating in the same area. With other words; our industries have to co-operate to secure an optimal utilisation of the food and energy resources in Norwegian and Russian waters.I want to stress that Norwegian fishermen understa... (read more)
Author: John Gonzo
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5. ARTIFICIAL REPRODUCTION OF AQUATIC ORGANISMS
November 16, 2009
plants and establishment of relevant infrastructure can lead to negative effects for the stocks of aquatic organisms in the northern seas.Negative effect of the oil- and-gas industry on the environment can be related to discharges of different substances into the sea and atmosphere, sea water and bottom pollution, destruction of bottom biocommunities under pipeline construction, direct impact on fish and invertebrates from seismic prospecting, well drilling and operation. Moreover, there is a risk of emergency accompanied by spills of hydrocarbons and other compounds, dangerous for marine o... (read more)
Author: John Gonzo
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6. DAMAGES AND COMPENSATION MEASURES IN FISHERIES
November 16, 2009
O.V. R?dkin? (?INR?, Russia)I.A. ?g?rov?, N.R. K?linin? (Barents and White Sea Territorial Department of the Federal Agency for Fisheries, Russia)Main principles of protection of water bodies from anthropogenic impact and, particularly, requirement to prevent and minimize a man-made environmental and fisheries damage are declared in respective federal laws and regulations of the Russian Federation Government. According to the current legislation, in the course of design and operations on water bodies of fishing importance, measures for maximal prevention of negative impact on water biological ... (read more)
Author: John Gonzo
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7. PETROLEUM FREE AREAS IN THE BARENTS SEA
November 16, 2009
M.A. Esmark (WWF-Norway)The most recent reports on climate changes show that it is unjustifiable to base our future energy supply on a significant increase in petroleum operations, whether it is to occur in the south or the north. WWF in Norway is currently concentrating on saving the most biodiversity rich and vulnerable marine area from future oil development.The fisheries and natural resources of the Barents Sea are among the world's most important. There are no other areas to be found in Europe which come even close to the natural magnificence of the Barents Sea.The mountainous islands of ... (read more)
Author: John Gonzo
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8. N. Korea Says South Will Pay 'Expensive Price' for Naval Clash
November 12, 2009
North Korea says South Korea will pay "an expensive price" for firing at a North Korean patrol boat on Tuesday.The official Rodong Sinmun newspaper published a commentary Thursday saying the clash in the Yellow Sea was not an accident, but instead was a "premeditated act of aggression" by the South. The commentary said the incident was meant to escalate tensions and dampen a positive atmosphere between the two countries.This undated handout photo released by the South Korea Navy in Seoul shows high-speed patrol boats armed with canons and machine guns, 10 Nov 2009South Korea's military has bee... (read more)
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9. US Urges North Korea Not to Escalate Tensions in Yellow Sea
November 10, 2009
Washington has urged North Korea not to escalate tensions in the Yellow
Sea following a naval skirmish between the North and South Korean
navies Tuesday. White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs (file photo)White House press secretary Robert Gibbs says
Washington hopes Pyongyang will not take any further actions in the
area that could be seen as an escalation.South Korea's military
says one of its warships first fired warning shots at a North Korean
boat that it says crossed the Korean maritime border off the west coast
of the Korean peninsula.South Korea says the North Korean
patrol boa... (read more)
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10. Make your Holidays Memorable with Cyprus Rental Villas
November 12, 2009
Cyprus is the perfect place to rent a villa and enjoy peaceful, beautiful and warm holiday. Being the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, Cyprus spells a magic by blending European features along with a traditional lifestyle. It has a typical Mediterranean type of climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. With an average of 320 warm and sunlit days a year together with stunning beaches, all you need to do is rent villas in Cyprus for getting that dream holiday. Explore one of the most upcoming prestigious leisure and golf resorts in Cyprus by indulging in our new Holida... (read more)
Author: Ashish Chadha
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11. North Korea Demands Apology After Naval Clash with South
November 10, 2009
Undated photo released by South Korea Navy patrol boats,(same type involved in naval clash with North Korean ship) engage in exercise in the West Sea, 10 Nov 2009North and South Korea have fought a brief skirmish in disputed waters, with apparent damage to a North Korean naval vessel. Pyongyang is demanding an apology, while South Korea warns the North not to engage in any more provocative behavior. South Korea's president convened an emergency security meeting and put the navy on highest alert Tuesday after an exchange of fire with North Korea in waters west of the peninsula.Lee ... (read more)
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12. When to go and where to stay in Paris
November 12, 2009
Paris when to go and where to stay
Paris is the capital of France and the country's most populous city. Paris is located in the north-bending arc of the river Seine and includes two islands, the Île Saint-Louis and the larger Île de la Cité, which form the oldest part of the city. Overall, the city is relatively flat, and the lowest elevation is 35 m (115 ft) above sea level. Paris has several prominent hills, of which the highest is Montmartre at 130 m (427 ft).
Paris has an oceanic climate and has warm and pleasant summers with average high temperatures of 25 °C (77 °F) and low o... (read more)
Author: clare westwood
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13. 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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14. 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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15. 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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16. 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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17. 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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18. 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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19. 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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20. 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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21. 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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22. 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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23. 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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24. 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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25. 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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