The Supremacy of Paris
One of the most distinctive features of France is the great importance of Paris in the life of the country as a whole. The location of Paris is almost ideal. …
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Important Eiffel Tower Facts
The Eiffel Tower is regarded as the tallest building in France and is composed of gigantic latticework structure. In addition the Eiffel Tower is presently possessed by the City of …
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Facts and Fiction on Japan Modernization
The Tokugawa clan still ruled Japan in the 1850’s when Admiral Peary sailed into Tokyo Bay and called upon the Japanese to end their two and a half centuries of …
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Germany: Brandenburg Gate in Berlin
Berlin is notable for its greenery (only one-third of its area is built up) and East Berlin for its old historical center with the Royal Palace and museums. Kurfürstendamm (Ku’damm), …
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Kyoto Landscape Gardens – bonsai, bonkei, bonseki
One of the principal things to be pointed out at any one of these great temples will be its landscape gardens, the charm of which would increase if you knew …
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New Orleans Early Growth
The new settlement superseded Biloxi in 1723 as the capital of the vast Colonial empire of Louisiana. Eighteen miles of levee were constructed above and below the town, government buildings …
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Iconic Red Bus Services in London
The London Bus is one of London’s principal icons, the archetypal red rear-entrance Routemaster being recognized worldwide. Although the Routemaster has now been largely phased out of service, with only …
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Holiday in Turkey – The Land of Turks
The Turkish land has so much to see or do, from appreciating the historical richness and heritage to enjoying the water sports, winter sports, from shopping across the Istanbul markets …
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Things to Do in Montevideo, Uruguay
Shopping Special purchases include suede jackets, amethyst jewellery and paintings. The Tristan Narvaja Market is famous for its antiques and there are many antique shops in the Old Town. Shopping …
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All About Times Square, New York
Some people say ‘New York is a great place to visit, but I wouldn’t want to live there’ – perhaps under the impression that New Yorkers are cool toward strangers, …
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