CULTURE: LITERATURE. ORAL PRODUCTION Nigeria is perhaps the literally richest country in Black Africa. The different ethnic groups of Nigeria all possess a rich oral literature, but three stand out in particular: the Haussa, the Yoruba and the Ibos. Hausa literature has been heavily influenced by Islam. Of the ancient oral literature there are some…
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Information about Samoa
Dream away to a better place and you will wake up in Samoa. Nine small tropical islands covered by mountains and volcanoes, rivers and waterfalls, moist rainforests and warm sandy beaches. The islands are surrounded by clear, blue water and colorful coral reefs. Here life goes its own way, calmly and quietly – and the…
Swaziland History
A vast migratory movement from eastern Africa to central and southern Africa (the most indicate the 15th-16th centuries) brought the Nkosi-Dlamini clan, belonging to a Bantu tribe, at the beginning of the century. XIX to gather around him a group of tribes and to found a kingdom (1815) of which Sobhuza I was recognized as…
Malawi History
History The southern territory of Malawi, especially along the Shire emissary, seems to have been visited several times since 1624 by Portuguese explorers; Especially famous is the Lacerda expedition in 1798. From around 1830 onwards. the upper Zambezi and the region around Niassa were subject to the invasion of the Zulu tribes and those pushed…
Iceland Literature
According to a2zcamerablog, Iceland is a country located in Europe. Icelandic literature was born in the circle of Norwegians who moved to the island, transplanting the rich Norse heritage of pagan myths and heroic legends. Elaborated in songs and poems, these myths were transmitted orally until around 1150, that is, until the adoption of the…
Suomenlinna Fortress (World Heritage)
The fortress on a group of islands off Helsinki was built in 1748-1772 by Sweden, to which Finland belonged at the time. The fortress served three countries in a row – Sweden, Russia and Finland – as a defensive structure. According to militarynous, Suomenlinna is an important testimony to European fortress architecture. Suomenlinna Fortress: facts…
Seokguram and Bulguksa Temples (World Heritage)
The Seokguram cave temple and the Bulguksa temple are masterpieces of Buddhist architecture and of great religious importance. The Bulguksa Temple was built in the 8th century at the foot of Mount Tohamsan. It is especially famous for its two pagodas. The Seokguram Temple is located in an artificial grotto on the top of the…
Special Buildings and Structures in Basel, Switzerland
Special buildings and structures Palatinate The terrace located high above the Rhine and stretching behind the Basel Minster is known as the Palatinate of Basel, Switzerland as listed on mathgeneral. The bishop’s residence once stood nearby. Nowadays, the Palatinate offers a wonderful view over the old town of Basel and even as far as the…
Aachen, Germany Facts
Note Information that applies to the entire country, e.g. B. on currency, entry requirements, health issues, etc., can be found under Germany. Name of the city Aachen Name in French Aix-la-Chapelle Nickname Bad Aachen Aquisgranum (medieval name) Aken (Dutch) Oochen (luxemb.) Aquis Villa (documented name of the city in 765) Country Federal Republic of Germany…
Mexico Travel Warning
TRAVEL WARNING Country-specific safety instructions Travel to the state of Tamaulipas that is not absolutely necessary is strongly discouraged. Travel to rural areas in the states of Guerrero, Michoacán, and Jalisco is also strongly discouraged. Rioting and armed conflicts between organized crime, security forces and vigilante groups are frequent there. For this reason, we strongly…
Getting to United Kingdom
GETTING THERE Arriving by plane The national airline British Airways (BA) (Internet: www.britishairways.com) offers numerous connections from German, Austrian and Swiss cities. (For detailed information, see the relevant section for the individual parts of the country) Flight times Frankfurt – London: 1 hour 25 minutes; Frankfurt – Birmingham: 1 hour 40 minutes; Frankfurt – Manchester:…
Culture and Sights in Cambodia
Cambodia’s culture is deeply rooted in the culture of the ancient Khmer Empire. The strong Indian influence at this time is evident in architecture and iconography, but also in religion, dance and literature. Today’s Khmer still identify with their ancient culture and at the same time use it as a figurehead for tourism. Therefore, the…
OAS
OAS – The structure According to Abbreviationfinder, OAS stands for Organization of American States. The highest decision-making body is the General Assembly, which meets once a year. It decides on general guidelines for the activities, approves the budget and determines the contribution of each Member State. Each member state has one vote in the General…
Council of Europe Functions
The business The basis of the Council of Europe’s activities is the work for democracy, respect for human rights and a functioning judicial system. It should contribute to creating a tolerant and civilized society. In practical terms, the work takes place mainly by the Council of Europe drawing up agreements that concern everything from bans…
Top 10 Most Beautiful Islands in the World
Islands have their own special charm, but what makes them so special? Which islands are among the most beautiful in the world and why? Where are the whitest beaches and the most beautiful diving paradises around the islands? To answer these and other questions, various criteria have to be assessed. In addition to beach and…
The 10 smallest islands on earth
Which islands in the vast oceans are the 10 smallest islands on earth? The tiniest islands are nameless, uninhabited land masses and probably nobody has ever counted or measured them all. The trip to the 10 smallest islands in the world, which are inhabited by people or which promise a unique holiday, leads to dream…
Scotland Natural Beauties
Ben Nevis This mountain, which is only 1,344 m high, is the highest mountain in Great Britain and therefore also Scotland. It is located near Fort William in the west of the country. In good weather, the climb is just a bit of a strenuous excursion. But because of the frequent fog, the climb can…
Wales History: Early to Middle Ages
The history of Wales is in large part closely linked to the history of the other parts of Great Britain and thus England in particular. Wales formally became part of the Kingdom of England through the Acts of Union in 1536 and union with Scotland took place in 1707. As a reminder, England, Wales and Scotland together…
Kosovo Conflict with Serbia
The international support for Kosovo’s path to independence in 2008 was the result of the continuity of Serbia’s Kosovo policy even after the fall of the Milošević regime and the takeover of government by the democratic opposition, i.e. a policy of denial of reality, which on the one hand insisted that Kosovo was part of…
Cambodia Culture
Angkor Wat and the Khmer heritage The cultural heritage of the Khmer dynasties is of great importance not only to Cambodia but also to Southeast Asia as a whole. From the Angkorian high culture (9th to 15th centuries) only the largest buildings are preserved today, among which Angkor Wat stands out as the largest sacral…
5 Must During Your Trip to Trondheim
The beautiful Norwegian city of Trondheim is located by the Nidälven river and tourists have made a pilgrimage here once in a while, thanks to the majestic cathedral Nidaros. Today, however, there are several other reasons to visit Trondheim and below are descriptions of some of them. Nidaros Cathedral is a must Despite the fact…
Best Time to Visit Cambodia
If you want to travel the country in Southeast Asia in perfect weather conditions , I recommend the months of November to February as the best travel time for Cambodia . The constantly high temperatures allow travel all year round, but outside of the best travel time, all other values are suboptimal. In November, December,…
Hotels in Cambodia
Khemara Battambang Hotel Battambang Battambang is the second largest city of Cambodia. It is a charming city that you also can travel by bus from Phnom Penh, from the borders, Poi Pet, Pailin, by bus or by boat from Siem Reap Angkor. Battambang province has many things to visit such as French colonial houses,ancient Khmer…
Transportation in Krabi Part II
Taxis Krabi also has normal taxis , and there are especially many of them in Krabi Town and Ao Nang. “Taxi Service” is a place where you can see fixed prices and where you can take a taxi or order it in advance. You can also order one from the hotel, but it is a…
Transportation in Krabi Part I
Krabi is a fairly large area, but it is surprisingly easy to move from place to place and it is possible to travel there even after dark has descended better than in some other Thai resorts. The walk is very successful, especially in the city of Krabi, Ao Nang and the nearby resorts. In Railay,…
Salzburg Travel Guide
Salzburg, Austria is a historic small town surrounded by mountains. Salzburg, Austria’s fourth largest city, is the country’s most popular travel destination. Known as Mozart’s hometown and the setting for The Sound of Music , Salzburg is an idyllic city destination that attracts with its alpine scenery, architecture and quality restaurants. SALZBURG AS A DESTINATION…
Espoo Travel Guide
Espoo is a nature destination in the embrace of Helsinki. Active Espoo invites tourists with its cultural sites and outdoor opportunities. The strengths of Espoo are the short distance from Helsinki, the wonderful Nature Attractions right next to the city and the interesting Cultural offer. You can easily visit the city during your Helsinki holiday,…
ATTRACTIONS OF RIO DE JANEIRO
Rio de Janeiro is a fascinating Brazilian classic. In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you will experience hot intoxication at samba clubs, sandy beaches and football stadiums. Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil and the most important tourist destination. The gaze turns in the direction of Rio every year at the turn…
Zimbabwe 2011
Yearbook 2011 Zimbabwe. According to Countryaah official site, the co-government between the archival rivals ZANU-PF (Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front), led by President Robert Mugabe, and MDC (Movement for Democratic Change), led by Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, continued throughout the year but in great anguish. As speculation about impending general elections increased, so did the…
Zambia 2011
Yearbook 2011 Zambia. The general elections in September led to a change of government. In his fourth attempt, opposition leader Michael Sata, representing the Patriotic Front (PF), succeeded in being elected president. He received 42% of the votes and sitting Head of State Rupiah Banda just over 35%. In the parliamentary elections, PF increased from…
Yemen 2011
Yearbook 2011 Yemen. According to Countryaah official site, peaceful demonstrations, civil war and militia attacks shook Yemen this year to a point when much of the country was no longer under the control of President Ali Abdullah Saleh. Only then, on November 22, did he give up and sign an agreement to resign. In January,…
Western Sahara 2011
Yearbook 2011 Western Sahara. In December, in view of the Moroccan occupation of Western Sahara, the European Parliament decided not to extend the fisheries agreement with Morocco that granted EU fishing vessels access to the waters off the coast of Western Sahara. The agreement was also considered to be ecologically unsustainable and economically disadvantageous to…
Vietnam 2011
Yearbook 2011 Vietnam. When the Communist Party held a congress in Hanoi in January, a new trio of leaders was elected. At the Prime Minister’s post there was no change, Nguyễn Tân Dung was re-elected for a new five-year term. New President became Tru’o’ng Tân Sang, while the former Speaker of the National Assembly Nguyễn…
Venezuela 2011
Yearbook 2011 Venezuela. According to Countryaah official site, the major topic of discussion in Venezuela during the year was President Hugo Chávez’s state of health. The speculation was extensive over an 18-day period of very unusual silence on the part of Chávez, until he declared on June 30 that he had been diagnosed with cancer…
Vatican City 2011
Yearbook 2011 Vatican City. Hundreds of thousands of Catholics gathered in May when the former Pope John Paul II was blessed. Some criticism, however, was against the plans for the next saint declaration, due to the scandal involving sex offenses against children who broke out even before John Paul’s death in 2005. According to Countryaah…
Vanuatu 2011
Yearbook 2011 Vanuatu. The year was marked by political and constitutional crises. On April 24, the newly elected Prime Minister Sato Kilman was cast in a vote of no confidence in Parliament. He had only held the post since December 2010, when he himself replaced Edward Natapei who was also petitioned by a vote of…
Uzbekistan 2011
Yearbook 2011 Uzbekistan. According to Countryaah official site, President Islam Karimov visited Brussels in January for meetings with EU and NATO leaders, for the first time in nearly six years. Karimov signed an agreement on energy cooperation with the EU, but it was security cooperation with NATO that was the main topic. NATO’s unsafe transport…
Uruguay 2011
Yearbook 2011 Uruguay. According to Countryaah official site, the newly elected President José Mujica’s main political problems during the year were deep cracks in the government coalition Frente Amplio (FA). In August, he presented a nine-point program to bring the parties to the coalition together, and his representative at the presidential post, Tabaré Vázquez (2005-10),…
United States 2011
Yearbook 2011 USA. When the new congress met in early January, Republicans had a majority in the House of Representatives after the election success a few months earlier. John Boehner was elected to the important post of President of the House of Representatives. The Democrats retained control of the Senate, but Republicans blew into battle…
United Kingdom 2011
Yearbook 2011 UK. The coalition government between the Conservative Party and the Liberal Democrats continued its tough austerity policy. Several large demonstrations were held to protest the cut-off policy, including gathering between a quarter and a half million people in London on March 26. Plans to reduce pension conditions for public sector employees also aroused…