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10th September 2009
Penang - is also known as the Pearl of the Orient offer a heritage and numerous coast attractions. A lovely beaches and its history attractions are the main reason why Penang happen to be one of the most well-known holiday destination in Malaysia.
Pen... Read >
Author: Yazid Malek10th August 2009
The name Charles Metcalfe will ring a bell for anyone acquainted with Delhi. A master of oriental languages, he took charge of the Mughal capital under the East India Company in 1811. He was an opulent character who behaved like Mughal satrap, but the Cha... Read >
Author: jayantatri09th August 2009
The Victoria memorial hall in kolkata was built to honor the British rule in India. The idea of the Victoria memorial was envisaged by lord Curzon. The architectural plan of the Victoria memorial hall was laid down by renowned architect sir William Emerso... Read >
Author: pratabghosh08th August 2009
The city with a vibrant culture, Chennai, is the domain of captivation for many travelers who wish to discover the myriads of cultures and traditions existing at the same time. The hotels in Chennai have carved out niche in the hearts of travelers. These ... Read >
Author: Hitesh30th July 2009
The Camoes Garden and Grotto is renowned as the oldest and biggest public garden in Macau. Also popular as Camoes Garden, this serene and lush haven is spread across an area of 20,000 square metres.
Pathways surrounded by hills, imposing trees, stunni... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye18th July 2009
When speaking of oriental porcelain we normally associate the name "Imari" with Japan, but there is also a Chinese Imari. Production of Japanese style decoration began at Jingdezhen in the early 18th century. Jingdezhen, historically, being the great cent... Read >
Author: Maurice Robertson04th July 2009
Singapore’s Sultan Mosque is to be found in the Rochor Planning Area inside the Kampong Glam district. When Singapore was given up to the British in 1819, Sultan Hussain Shah of Johore whose reign saw the collapse of Singapore and the head of the countr... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye27th June 2009
The important features of this fort are the tank with its flight of steps, the tunnel opening towards the south, the magazine for keeping ammunition and the broad and wide steps leading to the Observation Tower which is a rarity. From there one has ample ... Read >
Author: karthikeyan26th June 2009
Types of Asia Ceramics
Blue-and-White Porcelain
(Main Period: 1400 to 1700 AD)
Underglaze Blue Porcelain is the best known type of ceramic tradeware. It is often referred to as `Blue-and-white' from its 'underglaze blue' (blue cobalt oxide below th... Read >
Author: Richard Mills19th June 2009
The Camoes Garden and Grotto is the oldest and largest among Macau’s public gardens. Spanning an area of 20,000 square meters, the park is a haven of lush tranquility. Meandering pathways take the visitor through the sights of hills, majestic trees, and... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye15th June 2009
Stock market is a subject. It is complicated. One has to thoroughly understand before entering into the market. Beginners take a lot of time. They have to read books. They should develop knowledge. If you are involved to enter into this market then you ha... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson04th June 2009
St. George Fort is situated in the coastal city of Chennai, India. Historically the St. George Fort was called White Town and is the preliminary British fortress to be built in India. Following the construction of the fortress in 1639 the once previous n... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye04th May 2009
Before discussing the origin of folk painting India, it is necessary to briefly understand the background in which art flourished so much in India even in the absence of modern tools and technology. Tools were fewer and technology simply absent.
The ba... Read >
Author: Israr02nd May 2009
Before discussing the origin of folk painting India, it is necessary to briefly understand the background in which art flourished so much in India even in the absence of modern tools and technology. Tools were fewer and technology simply absent.
The ba... Read >
Author: Israr08th April 2009
Mumbai was once an isolated city. But it has greatly improved in the recent years and has been pleasing many visitors for some time now.
Mumbai is considered India’s capital. It has been the bubblegum glamour of the financial state of India. This pla... Read >
Author: Urmann20th March 2009
Chennai is the destination to start any tour to South-India. Chennai gives a perfect picture of the unique culture of South-India. It is the capital of Tamil Nadu state in India. Chennai is famous for its beaches, temples and the south-Indian cuisine. Bei... Read >
Author: Andrew13th March 2009
Cricket is one of the oldest games that are steeped in tradition. The initial types of cricket date back to the thirteenth century and the roots of the game can be tracked back to the south of England. It is important to note that the game of cricket has ... Read >
Author: procricketgear123@gmail.com10th March 2009
The Merlion’s origins are a combination of the magical and mundane. Toward the end of the thirteenth century, a Buddhist prince from the Indonesian island of Sumatra founded the Kingdom of Temasek near what is today Singapore. One day, he arrived at a l... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer02nd March 2009
Although it's possible that Cape Town has been inhabited for more than 100,000 years, the first written evidences of settlement date back to the 15th century.
The Cape was first spotted in 1486 by Batholomeu Dias, a Portuguese explorer on a spice ex... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell20th February 2009
Cape Town accommodation is some of the most beautiful in the world and the sheer variety of hotels available to the tourist market can be quite daunting. How can you possibly decide which Cape Town hotel would suit your requirements best?
A good way t... Read >
Author: Marshall20th February 2009
Cape Town accommodation is some of the most beautiful in the world and the sheer variety of hotels available to the tourist market can be quite daunting. How can you possibly decide which Cape Town hotel would suit your requirements best?
A good way t... Read >
Author: Marshall16th January 2009
A key event during the American Revolution, the Boston Tea Party saw crates of tea owned by the British East India Company emptied into the water of Boston Harbor. One of three ships that lost their cargo to the revolutionaries, the Beaver, is now a museu... Read >
Author: Paul Scottyn16th January 2009
Although the United States tax code is relatively new, the concept of taxation is actually very old. From Ancient slavery in Egypt to the French Revolution, taxes have formed and become a part of the world history.
Egyptian Taxes
The first known taxat... Read >
Author: Roni Deutch09th January 2009
The East India Company constructed one of the oldest remnants of the colourful history of Macau, the Old Protestant Cemetery Macau during the early 18th century. The cemetery that is now considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO was constructed due to th... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye04th December 2008
In Calcutta, each street has a story, by every cornice hangs a tale. And a trip to the Heritage-heavy city is wasted if you miss the significance of the grand old edifices that fill it. Charlock’s city is notorious for its humid summers but winters are ... Read >
Author: JASSI02nd December 2008
Georgetown is the capital of Malaysia’s Penang state; it has been named after the British monarch King George III and is located towards the North Eastern corner of Penang Island. Regarded as one of the most culturally alluring places in Penang Georgeto... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye23rd September 2008
Situated just near the mouth of the Selangor river is the pretty town of Kuala Selangor. The center of the city is located in close proximity to the new bridge. There are several shops in the city along with an old bus terminal. Few more shops have sprung... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye21st August 2008
Walk in Old Calcutta- INDIA-For Travelers
In Calcutta, each street has a story, by every cornice hangs a tale. And a trip to the Heritage-heavy city is wasted if you miss the significance of the grand old edifices that fill it. Charlock’s city is... Read >
Author: jagi14th August 2008
India’s history is rich and diverse due to its unique blend of ancient civilizations, cultures, beliefs and ideas. To mention just a few of the landmarks in Indian history would do grave injustice to the other important events which may seem unimportant... Read >
Author: Jennie13th August 2008
Cane furniture was made in India in the early 2nd century AD. It was also known in China and was imported by East India Company in Europe. Since then, cane furniture became fashionable in Netherlands and England towards the end of 17th century. It can ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer23rd July 2008
India is a great country in terms of culture and values. Children from all over the world will learn to be better human beings by learning about this country. The Republic of India is a South Asian country. It is the seventh largest and second most populo... Read >
Author: Jennie17th July 2008
34 Exciting things to do and see in Cape Town
and the Western Cape
As a lover of Cape Town and of adventure, I have spent a fair bit of time exploring my city and surrounding area and I strongly believe that it is one of the best cities in the world!... Read >
Author: Claire15th July 2008
In Calcutta, each street has a story, by every cornice hangs a tale. And a trip to the Heritage-heavy city is wasted if you miss the significance of the grand old edifices that fill it. Charlock’s city is notorious for its humid summers but winters are ... Read >
Author: Rajneesh14th July 2008
In Calcutta, each street has a story, by every cornice hangs a tale. And a trip to the Heritage-heavy city is wasted if you miss the significance of the grand old edifices that fill it. Charlock’s city is notorious for its humid summers but winters are ... Read >
Author: Rajneesh21st September 2007
A stock exchange is a place where company stocks and other securities are traded. Nowadays trading is less and less linked to take place in such a physical space. Modern markets are electronic networks that deliver advantages of speed and low cost on tran... Read >
Author: Viktor Ka02nd September 2007
Sri Lanka could be described as one of the most beautiful islands around the world. It is situated just off the southern Indian fringe at about 600 miles north of the equator in the Indian Ocean. There is strong evidence that human civilization has existe... Read >
Author: Pankaj Mohan17th August 2007
Chennai (formerly known as Madras) stands on a territory where the most ancient of all the civilizations on Earth was born. The founders of this civilization were Dravidians – mysterious people whose ancestors still live in India. In modern Chennai t... Read >
Author: t_kogutenko20th July 2007
There are only three cities in the USA that are older than the New York State capital of Albany: Santa Fe, St. Augustine and Jamestown. With a long and colourful heritage, historic Albany was given its city charter way back in 1686. First known by the cha... Read >
Author: Andrew Regan05th July 2007
As the capital of Massachusetts and the largest city in New England, Boston has long been regarded as one of the USA's premier cultural and historical cities. And whether or not you're a history buff, every tourist that visits Boston is made aware of its ... Read >
Author: Andrew Regan21st May 2007
The Langebaan Lagoon was formed by the rising and falling of sea levels during pre-historic times. This is unlike most lagoons which form where fresh water rivers enter the sea (like Milnerton lagoon). As a result, Langebaan Lagoon is a purely salt water ... Read >
Author: african_dream20th March 2007
Kolkata is the largest metropolis in India, Calcutta is a vibrant city on the move, volatile and unpredictable. The Gateway to India, till 1912, and the capital of the Raj in India, it still bears the Victorian imprint on its streets and structures. A cit... Read >
Author: Vinay15th March 2007
Mumbai was given by Portuguese as dowry to Charles II of England when he married Catherine. The group of seven islands was leased to the East India Company who offered freedom of business and religion to persons who came and settled here. Initially a few ... Read >
Author: Vinay12th March 2007
Nestling at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains, Swellendam has much to offer visitors who have an interest in history, nature and outdoor activities. Situated on the N2, approximately 240km from both Cape Town and George, Swellendam is the perfect choice... Read >
Author: Gerald Crawford South Africa05th March 2007
The Castle of Good Hope is the oldest building in South Africa. Built between 1666 and 1679 by the Dutch East India Company, better known as the VOC (Vereenigde Oost-Indische Compagnie), this pentagonal fortification replaced a small clay and timber fort ... Read >
Author: Gerald Crawford South Africa05th March 2007
Cape Town has a cosmopolitan cultural mix which has been influenced over the years mainly by the Dutch, French and British, with a significant influence also having come from Malaysia. Cape Town is home to artists and performers of every description,.
... Read >
Author: Gerald Crawford South Africa25th January 2007
The city of Cape Town is one of the largest cities of South Africa. The city lies at the foot of Table Mt., and on the shore of Table Bay.
Located in the Western Cape Province, a port on the Atlantic Ocean, in the south-west corner of the country near... Read >
Author: Orson Johnson18th January 2007
Traditionally, tourists in Sweden have come from the neighbouring countries of Denmark, Norway and Finland. However, in recent times, Sweden has become a much more popular destination with tourists from other parts of Europe; especially Britain and Germ... Read >
Author: martymac17th November 2006
For those people who are looking for a trip of a lifetime; consider Cape Town, South Africa. It is a truly gorgeous place and one that you will not see on an average vacation.
Cape Town is physically cut off from the rest of the country by a barrier... Read >
Author: Jim Johnson19th September 2006
The Langebaan Lagoon was formed by the rising and falling of sea levels during pre-historic times. This is unlike most lagoons which form where fresh water rivers enter the sea (like Milnerton lagoon). As a result, Langebaan Lagoon is a purely salt water ... Read >
Author: Wesley McConnachie01st September 2006
Watch the gun being fired, the crew taking their meals on board and loading the ship's cargo. Then stroll through the centuries-old Admiralty storehouse and see the famous collection of old ships models, charts and paintings. Unearth the Dutch trading ven... Read >
Author: Rahul viz17th July 2006
The history of London as a permanent settlement stretches back almost two thousand years. The city's story is a fascinating one, its fortunes inextricably linked to those of the British Isles.
London was founded by the Romans at a convenient cross... Read >
Author: anil gupta28th March 2006
The Republic of South Africa was once the home to apartheid. A movement and a man, Nelson Mandela, changed that. Here is an overview of the country for travelers.
An Overview of South Africa for Travelers
As recently as 1991, apartheid was the rule... Read >
Author: Richard Monk21st February 2006
People love Pugs! There is something about that rogue-like face that tugs at your heart strings. This dignified toy breed is loved by royalty and commoners alike. These loving, intelligent, little clowns are extremely popular and ranked 12th out of 154 do... Read >
Author: Mike Mathews
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