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Busy Kathmandu Streets

Busy Kathmandu Streets
by Sonia Doreen on September 1, 2009 in Asia & Pacific

Kathmandu streets sandwiched between the snowy white Himalayas are at all times busy, chaotic and full of vibrant colors. Hawkers, dusty roads, the rush of motorbikes and the crowds of people remind visitors of a valley range screaming with life and portraying the very different beliefs and customs that this Valley range is filled with.

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Himalaya Calling – Kathmandu Valley Tour

Himalaya Calling – Kathmandu Valley Tour
by Sonia Doreen on July 26, 2009 in Asia & Pacific

Nepal is renowned for housing the much afamed Mount Everest and besides being one of the poorest countries on the globe, has a booming tourism industry. On a weeks visit to this multi-cultured and historical city, we were appalled at the many chronological monuments and sites throughout the vast capital of Kathmandu, which is roughly 1337m above sea level and heavily stacks locals, cross-breeds, immigrants, trekkers, tourists and globe-trotters in its embrace.

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Longmen Grottoes: Amazing Caves III

Longmen Grottoes: Amazing Caves III
by thestickman on February 22, 2009 in China

Third in the series of caves and grottoes, this one dedicated exclusively to Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang, China.

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Amazingly Beautiful Temples in Java Island

Amazingly Beautiful Temples in Java Island
by Yovita Siswati on February 16, 2009 in Indonesia

Most famous and amazingly beautiful Buddhist and Hindu Temples in Java Island.

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A Festival You May Not Know: The Hungry Ghost Festival

A Festival You May Not Know: The Hungry Ghost Festival
by Rachel Faye on August 15, 2008 in Singapore

This is the only month that the ‘hell gates’ are opened for all ghosts to receive food and drinks as well as all other forms of offerings burnt for them.

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The Ultimate Survival Guide to Thailand 2

The Ultimate Survival Guide to Thailand 2
by Alan B on June 29, 2008 in Thailand

Everything you need to know – the “dos and don’ts”, how to do the famous Thai “Wye” greeting correctly, E-mailing, travelling, money and banking information… in fact, everything that will help you get the most out of your visit to “The Land Of Smiles”.

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14 Most Amazing Temples in the World One

14 Most Amazing Temples in the World One
by CHAN LEE PENG on May 5, 2008 in Asia & Pacific

These are spectacular views of amazing and gorgeous temples around the world.

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14 Most Amazing Temples in the World 2

14 Most Amazing Temples in the World 2
by CHAN LEE PENG on May 5, 2008 in Asia & Pacific

These are spectacular views of amazing and gorgeous temples around the world.

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