“House of knowledge”, “city of roses”, “city of love” and “city of gardens” – all this is about Shiraz, the capital of Fars province, a city with a 2000-year history and for centuries one of the most important centers of the Islamic world. The heart of Persian culture, Shiraz gave the world the great poets…
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Turkey Interesting Facts
Merhab Facts, this is how they greet in Turkey, a country: where East and West meet; where magical Turkish nights take place, attracting crowds of tourists; where oriental mystery and a symbol of European wanderings are combined, interesting sights and ancient monuments, beautiful resorts, sea and mountains, exoticism and tradition. What is Turkey? If you…
History of Turkey
The first important civilization in Anatolia was that of the Hittites, around 1900 – 1200 BC, a people originating from the central plateau. This civilization was destroyed by the invasions of the ‘peoples of the sea’, who devastated Asia Minor and Syria at the end of the 12th century BC The destruction of Troy, a city in western Anatolia, was an event that probably occurred during these…
Eating and Living in Singapore
Annually Singapore is visited by 7 million people, they are attracted by the land where the traditions of ancient cultures with a thousand-year history coexist in harmony and the achievements of ultra-modern technologies of the third millennium. These advantages are complemented by convenient air and sea “gates”, amazing cleanliness of the environment, amazing sights, world-class…
What to See in Aleppo and Palmyra (Syria)
Aleppo (Haleb) (Syria) Aleppo is located 360 km from Damascus. This is the second largest city in Syria, the so-called second capital of the state. The Arabic version of the city’s name is Aleppo. The history of the city goes back more than 5 thousand years, which makes it one of the oldest still inhabited…
What to See in South Korea
Andong (South Korea) Andong is located in the north of North Gyeongsang Province on the banks of the Nakdong River. Under the state of Silla, Andon was called Chinhan and was one of the strongholds of Buddhism in the state. Since the 14th century, under the state of Joseon, Confucianism began to spread here, and…
Kostroma, Russia
One of the cities of the Golden Ring – Kostroma – is located on the banks of the Volga River, 330 km northeast of Moscow. Now it is a major port and the administrative center of the Kostroma region. According to Rrrjewelry.com, the city was founded by Prince Yuri Dolgoruky in 1152 during his military…
Lebanon Architecture
With the strong urban development of the town, which took place between the end of the fifties and the sixties, the international language was established in the architecture of Lebanon in a consistent and preponderant way. This development is manifested above all with the creation of new neighborhoods and residential centers outside the old urban…
Negros Island, Philippines
Majestic volcanic landscapes, mountain rain forests of the tropics, fabulous coastal scenery and a lot of sugar cane – that’s what Negros is! This island is part of the Western Visayas region and is divided into two provinces: Negros Occidental (Negros Occidental) covers the northwest, Negros Oriental (Negros Oriental) – the southeast of the island….
Turkey General Information
Turkey, washed by four seas – the Black, Mediterranean, Aegean and Marmara – could not help but enter the top ten most popular countries for a paradise holiday! Are you planning to spend your vacation in this sultry and alluring corner of the earth? Great, because you are on a website where you can find…
Paro, Bhutan
Paro, Bhutan: In the heart of the Himalayas Paro is a historic small town in western Bhutan. It is located at an altitude of around 2,400 kilometers and has a population of around 15,000. The city has an enormous wealth of sacred places and historical buildings that are scattered all over the area. In addition,…
Russia Location
Location The country borders in the north-west on Norway, Finland, Estonia and Latvia and, with the exclave of the Kaliningrad region, on Lithuania and Poland; in the west and south-west of the European part of Belarus and Ukraine; in the south to Georgia and Azerbaijan (in the Caucasus) and to Kazakhstan; In the eastern south…
Oman Culture and Traditions
As a country beginning with letter O listed on Countryaah.com, Oman is a state of Southwest Asia (309,500 km²). Capital: Muscat (Masqaţ). Administrative division: regions (5), governorates (3). Population: 2,909,000 residents (2008 estimate). Language: Arabic (official), English. Religion: Muslims (Ibadi) 73.6%, Sunni Muslims 14.1%, Hindus 7.4%, Christians 3.7%, others 1.2%. Monetary unit: Omani rial (1,000…
Qatar Economy
In the period preceding the economic exploitation of oil fields, which took place at the end of the 1940s, the economy of Qatar was essentially based on the breeding of camels, fishing and the collection of pearls. With the extraction of oil, initially entrusted to European and American companies then nationalized, and, later, with the…
Cost of Living in Russia
Immigration, permanent residence, residence permit One year after moving to Russia, an application for the so-called Residence Permit can be submitted. However, this should be done at least 6 months before the temporary residence permit expires. The Residence Permit is valid for five years and can be extended indefinitely. However, it cannot be issued beyond…
Vietnam History
The country’s history counts both war and colonization. The narrative is harsh, but the story has taken a beautiful turn. Despite a gloomy past, the Vietnamese today stand with their heads held high, united as one population. Travel to Vietnam is marked by the country’s incredible, fascinating and dramatic history. Vietnam opened up many trade…
Culture in Vietnam
Vietnam has one of the world’s most phenomenal cultures that has been influenced through many years of colonial times, war and immigration. If you travel to a foreign country, with such a great cultural difference from Denmark, it is convenient to know basic elements in this. Below you can read more about religion and philosophy,…
Travel to Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
With a trip to Vietnam, you will experience the perfect travel country. A trip to Vietnam offers fantastic nature, a very special culture and delicious food – and not least an incredible story that includes old empires, colonial times and countless wars. This has left its mark and makes Vietnam a living history book. The…
Places to Visit in Vietnam
Boat trip on Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay is perhaps Vietnam’s most iconic natural area. The area was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. The bay is a giant archipelago, with 3,000 islands of various sizes and shapes, scattered throughout Halong. Most limestone peaks protrude sporadically and freely from the limestone green…
Travel to Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
Before departure for Vietnam Read about passports, visas, vaccinations and the practicalities Vietnam is well on its way out of the dark past of the war and has opened its borders, so today it is possible to experience the country’s fascinating nature and the kindness and hospitality of the people. On this page you will…