2111. Shopping Traditions - Dubai Souks
May 16, 2012
Traditionally souks were places where all manner of goods were bought, sold and exchanged and were located in places where the goods arrived by boat or in camel caravans. Over the years the souks changed their character to reflect the consumer demands of the time and modern day souks in Dubai hav...
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2112. Kutiyattam - A Keralan Treasure
May 16, 2012
India has always been willing to share its culture with the rest of the world, and in turn the country could have not asked for a better audience. Its diversity is one reason India continues to be a tourist favourite. The food, languages, traditions and customs vary so much from region to region ...
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2113. Captivating Handmade Antiques in Coonoor
May 16, 2012
The renowned hill station of Coonoor is situated in India’s Tamil Nadu state. It is one of the most popular such hill stations in the area, standing at a lofty height of no less than 1839 metres. It is famed for its scenic surroundings and attractive picnic spots. The town is also known for its t...
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2114. Historical Gurgaon
May 16, 2012
Dating back to the time of the Mahabharata, the Gurgaon district situated in NCR of Delhi, surrounded by Delhi and Rajasthan, has a rich and eventful history complimenting that of India’s vibrant one. Even though few or almost no edifice remains in the city to tell of its age old tales, buried de...
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2115. Auckland Festival of Photography - Best of 2012
May 16, 2012
The 9th annual Auckland Photography Festival, the largest and only visual arts festival dedicated to photography alone in New Zealand, is a cultural festival that aims to strengthen the identity of Auckland. It welcomes all forms of photographers with open arms; professionals, students, emerging ...
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2116. Bangkok Folk Museum - A Snapshot of the Past
May 16, 2012
Tourists interested in learning more about Bangkok and its culture should think of stopping by the Bangkok Folk Museum. Located along Soi Charoen Krung the Bangkok Folk Museum contains a wealth of information on the city's storied past. The museum is set inside a building that dates to the Second...
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2117. The Dragon Boat Festival - Tuen Ng Jit
May 16, 2012
The Dragon boat festival also known as Duanwu Festival, Tuen Ng Jit and Double fifth is a festival of ancient China dating as far back as 2000 years. Though its true origins are not known there are many interesting theories put forward explaining this colorful festival. Celebrated on the fifth da...
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2118. The Kings Park - The Perfect Venue for Corporate Events
May 16, 2012
Hong Kong features a range of attractions and to compliment that there is a particular aura about that island that makes it perfect for any type of vacation. From shopping options to eateries to exploring the rich cultural heritage of the island visitors are afforded a range of options to keep th...
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2119. Dongtai Road Antique Market Shnaghai- shop good and bargain hard
May 16, 2012
Think you are up for an extensive and memorable treasure hunt? Located in the Luwan District in the suburbs of Shanghai, the Dongtai Lu Antique Market provides just the right challenge! Buried deep within the fakes and ersatz antiques one just might unravel a true gem of Chinese history. ...
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2120. Take a leap - try sky diving in Tokyo
May 16, 2012
Skydiving or Parachuting is an exciting sport that many people increasingly participate in. Of course if the thought of throwing yourself out of a moving airplane or hot air balloon terrifies you then this sport is clearly not for you. However there have been many people who have an aversion to t...
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