Prior to 2010, a holiday in Sri Lanka for any foreigner was included in the category “at your own peril and risk”, due to the ongoing wars and the risk of terrorist attacks. But now the legendary Ceylon, as the island was called before independence, is waiting for guests for a variety of vacation formats… Read More »
Seoul Where to relax in South Korea? Of course, in Seoul – the capital, trade and tourist center of the country. Tourists come here for shopping, entertainment and sightseeing. ANDYEDUCATION: Introduction to education system in South Korea, including compulsory schooling and higher education. Attractions Seoul is the capital of South Korea. Here, ancient temples alternate… Read More »
Manila Located on the East Coast, Manila is the nation’s capital and hub. Intramuros, the old town, used to be completely surrounded by a massive city wall, which is still partially preserved despite the heavy fighting of the Second World War. Worth seeing are the San Agustin Church, the American Cemetery, Coconut Palace and the… Read More »
According to Thesciencetutor, Sri Lanka is a country with stunning nature and beaches where you want to completely relax and forget about everything. It is such a beach and relaxing holiday in Sri Lanka that made the country famous all over the world – this is really an amazing place for tourists! Although, of course,… Read More »
Morphology. – The Philippines are the result of recent orotectonic movements: hence the tormented aspect of the landscape, rich in mountainous areas, volcanic phenomena, with scarce flat areas, usually peripheral, the result of very recent sedimentations. The coasts are usually very indented, rich in peninsulas and inlets. Numerous volcanoes and frequent telluric phenomena, some of… Read More »
Russia is home, especially in Siberia, to very large expanses of intact land, where the vegetation develops spontaneously, except for the damage caused by atmospheric pollution and by crossing roads, electricity or gas pipelines. In the western section of the Russian territory, the succession of the various soil and vegetable belts, from S to N.… Read More »
Jokhang Hundreds of butter lamps shimmer gently in the semi-darkness, Buddhist statues gently look down from their pedestals at believers, monks and pilgrims. To offer one’s offerings in the chapels of Jokhang once in a lifetime is the dream of many believers. The Jokhang Temple in Lhasa is the most important in the country for… Read More »
Classical music and ballet World renowned composers of the 20th century include Skriabin, Stravinsky, Rachmaninov, Prokofiev, and Shostakovich. Russian conservatories nurtured generations of world renowned soloists. Among the best known are violinists David Óistraj and Gidon Kremer, cellist Mstislav Rostropovich, pianists Vladimir Horowitz, Sviatoslav Richter and Emil Gilels, and vocalist Galina Vishnévskaya. The Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky composed the most famous ballet works in the world: Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and The Sleeping Beauty of… Read More »
CULTURE: TRADITIONS According to animalerts, traditional costumes are widespread throughout the country, albeit with some differences between the cities and the rest of the territory. From the Bedouin tradition comes the ardha, the dance of swords to the rhythm of the drums, with the involvement of a poet who acts as a narrator. The prescriptions… Read More »
From the 15th to the 19th century, Hoi An was an important port city that initially covered Japanese foreign trade, but then became an important hub for Asian trade, especially for European countries. The completely preserved old town contains numerous sights from this period, such as the covered Japanese bridge and the richly decorated Tan… Read More »