4341. The Goliath of Glitz, Glamour and Gems - The Hong Kong Jewellery and Gem Fair!
September 19, 2011
At first glance, Hong Kong can be overwhelming. The streets are packed and teeming with brightly lit neon signs that flash at you at every turn. For first time visitors, the steam-filled boutiques, the luscious smell of food from vendors and the bright colours could be a sensory overload. However...
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4342. Chelsea Antiques Fair - A World of Grace and History
September 19, 2011
The Chelsea Antiques Fair outdid the Grosvenor House Antiques Fair after the latter’s downfall to be pronounced one of the oldest antiques fairs in the United Kingdom and probably the world. Annually the event takes place at the Chelsea Old Town Hall, a structure that emanates 17th century style and...
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4343. Nightlife in Beverly Hills - Partying Away in the City of Angels!
September 19, 2011
Synonymous with Hollywood, celebrity superstars, the who’s who of high society and of course the occasional celeb scandal, Los Angeles, California is chock full of glitz, glamour and intrigue. While Los Angeles is a great place for sightseeing and shopping during the day, as night descends, ‘The ...
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4344. Chicago Auto Show - Calling all Car Fanatics!
September 19, 2011
Annually held in the month of February, the Chicago Auto Show is the leading auto show in North America. First staged back in 1901, it takes pride on being the auto show that has been held the most number of times on the continent. Customarily held at the McCormick Place in Chicago, it is produce...
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4345. The Mayor's Thames Festival - When London Comes to Life
September 19, 2011
London has a reputation for being buttoned down, traditional and conservative. However, that image of the city is as old as its historic landmarks. The London of today is an exciting place full of energy and at no time is this truer than in September, when the Mayor's Thames Festival takes place. Th...
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4346. Chinese Cultural Events - Experiencing China's Rich Culture and Traditions
September 19, 2011
Throughout the Lunar calendar are various Chinese cultural festivals which fall on different dates each year. As festivals play an important role in Chinese culture and traditions, each festival is celebrated with much fervour and participation presenting one awe-inspiring spectacle for the visit...
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4347. Siam Ocean World, a splendid aquarium
September 19, 2011
Of the many attractions in Bangkok, a special place goes to the Siam Ocean World aquarium. Situated two storeys below the lavish Siam Paragon mall, the immense state of the art aquarium holds as much water as three Olympic size swimming pools making it one of southeast Asia’s largest such facilit...
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4348. Joyful Devotion - Krishna Janmashtami / Ashtami Rohini Festival Kerala
September 19, 2011
Krishna Janmashtami or the Ashtami Rohini festival is held with great devotion to celebrate the birth of Krishna in the Malayali month of Chingam or mid August / mid September according to the current calendar and is a particularly special event in Kerala. This year the festival is scheduled to b...
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4349. Religious Fervour - Ganesh Chaturthi
September 19, 2011
Celebrated by Hindus, the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi also called Vinayak Chaturthi, marks the birthday of the elephant headed god Ganesha, the son of Parvathi and Shiva. Ganesha is believed to be the deity of good fortune, wisdom and prosperity and his birthday is celebrated by Hindus all over ...
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4350. Vishwakarma Puja - The Vibrant Hindu Festival
September 19, 2011
Nestled in the Himalayas the Indian state of Sikkim is surrounded by Nepal on the west, Bhutan on southeast and Tibet to the north and east. Its geographical location and the fact that it is surrounded by diverse states make this region an attractive holiday destination especially for those keen ...
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Author: Pushpitha Wijesinghe
