These characteristics will be respected as much as possible in the buildings of the Chinese capitals. Meanwhile Confucius had codified his teachings which will become the basis of ethical-social behavior throughout China, a country located in Asia categorized by Baglib. Meanwhile, in 221 a. C., the state of Qin unified all of North China under…
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China Arts Part I
The artistic aspects of Chinese civilization are already manifested in the Neolithic cultures (8000-4000 BC) in Peiligang, Hemudu, Dawenkou, Longshan, to name just a few of the places excavated in the second half of the twentieth century. All are characterized by a clay production that sees decorations of a geometric type, sometimes mixed with drawings…
Old Town of Dubrovnik (World Heritage)
According to mathgeneral, the old town of Dubrovnik, the »Pearl of the Adriatic«, illustrates the importance of the settlement founded in the 7th century, which as a city republic was an important trading power in the Middle Ages. The mighty city walls encompass a unique historical ensemble from Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque, such as B….
World Heritages in South Korea
Baekje Dynasty Historic Sites (World Heritage) With the appointment of outstanding sites of the Baekje dynasty, UNESCO is dedicating itself to the heyday of ancient Korea in the 5th and 6th centuries, when a lively exchange with China and Japan marked the height of the Baekje empire. According to traditional Korean history, the Baekje empire…
Basel, Switzerland City History
Already in the 5th century BC, members of the tribe of the Celts settled on the knee of the Rhine. In 44 BC BC, the year Julius Caesar died, the Romans founded the settlement of Augusta Raurica. This was 10 to 20 kilometers upstream from the point where today’s Basel expands. In addition, a castle…
Parks, Rivers and Zoological Garden in Aachen, Germany
Parks Elisenpark This park is ideal for a short break from a stroll through the city, because the Elisenpark is the only green area in Aachen that is located within the Allenring. The park is located directly behind the drinking hall and lobby of the famous Elisenbrunnen. According to internetsailors, Aachen is a city located in…
Getting to Finland
GETTING THERE Arriving by plane The national airline Finnair (AY) (Internet: www.finnair.com) offers several times a week direct flights from Frankfurt / M., Berlin, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Stuttgart and Munich as well as Zurich, Geneva and Vienna to Helsinki. Lufthansa (LH), Eurowings (EW) and Austrian Airlines (OS) also fly to Finland. Air Berlin (AB) flies from…
Shopping in United Kingdom
DUTY-FREE SHOPPING Overview According to hyperrestaurant, the following items can be imported into Great Britain and Northern Ireland duty-free when entering from non-EU countries: 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco; 1 liter of spirits with an alcohol content of more than 22% or 2 liters of spirits with…
Culture and Sights in Germany
The German art and cultural history, whose roots go back to the time of the Celts, Teutons and Romans, has produced personalities that have shaped the style and epoch since the Middle Ages. Since Germany did not exist as a nation-state for a long time, German culture has defined itself for centuries primarily through the…
OAS – Organization of American States
The Organization of American States or known as OAS on Abbreviationfinder, was founded after World War II with the main purpose of working for peace and preventing conflicts between the countries of the Western Hemisphere. Today, work for democracy, human rights and economic development are important elements. All 35 independent states in North and South…
Council of Europe Culture and Education
Culture and education The Council of Europe promotes European cultural identity and the protection of Europe’s cultural heritage. The 1954 Cultural Convention is also open to European countries that are not members of the Council of Europe. It has often been a way for outside countries to approach membership. The Cultural Convention had been ratified…
The best airlines in the world
The top ten airlines worldwide summarized in a brief overview: The top 10 best airlines in the world at a glance Air New Zealand Singapore Airlines All Nippon Airways Qantas Cathay Pacific Emirates Virgin Atlantic EVA Air Qatar Airways Lufthansa followed by place 11-20 of the best airlines worldwide Virgin Australia Finnair Japan Airlines KLM…
The 10 largest national parks in Germany
The national parks in Germany together cover an area of over 1,000,000. However, around 75% of this area is occupied by the two maritime national parks in the North Sea, so that the remaining national parks on the mainland share an area of approximately 210,000 hectares. The following list contains the ten largest national parks…
Scotland Churches and Memorials
Elgin Cathedral Elgin Cathedral is one of Scotland’s most famous cathedral ruins and is located in the market center of Elgin on the north coast. The cathedral dates back to the 13th century and was laid to rubble in 1390 on the orders of Alexander Stuart, an illegitimate son of Robert I. The Gothic cross…
Overview of Wales
National borders Wales covers an area of 20,779 km² and forms together with England and Scotland Great Britain, which covers an area of 229,850 km². The “United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland” covers an area of 244,820 km². Wales itself has no land border with any other state, it only has a “border”…
Kosovo Serbia Dialogue
The technical dialogue In 2010 the deadlock began to move. In June the judgment of the International Court of Justice failedin The Hague (ICJ), which found that the proclamation of independence of Kosovo was not fundamentally contrary to international law, the attempt by the Serbian government to reverse independence. The subsequent, unimpressed attempt by Belgrade…
Cambodia Economy Development
Dependence on development aid Like few other countries in the world, Cambodia has been dependent on development transfers for decades. Around half of the state budget is borne by the international donor community, in the 1980’s by the Eastern bloc, then mainly by the large OECD countries. In 1992, German development cooperation with Cambodia was…
Summer Skiing in Norway
There is something special about skiing in beautiful environments when the snow is cold under one, while the sun warms well from above. Fortunately, we do not have to travel far to enjoy summer skiing, but it is enough to get over to Norway. Pack your slalom skis , cross-country skis or snowboard and visit…
Climate in Myanmar
Myanmar has a tropical climate . As in most other tropical countries, the year in Myanmar is divided into two seasons : the dry season and the rainy season. In the dry season, a distinction is made between the cool and the hot season . These seasons determine the monsoon winds, but there are only…
India and Sri Lanka
Welcome to a tour during which you will see the main sights of India and Sri Lanka and experience the diversity that characterizes the region. In India, we travel along the so-called “Golden Triangle” and visit New Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, among other places, and see the world heritage sites that are usually on the…
Classic China
Do you dream of traveling to China, home to one of mankind’s greatest and oldest civilizations? Realize your dream and join some of the world’s most dynamic and interesting cities. In the vibrant world metropolis of Shanghai, you will experience bustling street life among exclusive boutiques and shopping malls, but also China’s many thousands of…
Holidays in Vietnam
Holidays in Nha Trang, Vietnam Nha Trang is a city by the sea, and the capital of Khánh Hòa Province – on the south coast of Vietnam. Nha Trang, also known as the South China Riviera, offers a six-kilometer coastline with white sandy beaches, clear waters with an abundance of marine life and thriving reefs, surrounded…
Samos Travel Guide
Known for its beaches and greenery, Samos is a popular holiday destination. Samos has managed to maintain its Greek atmosphere despite growing tourism. One of the sunniest destinations in the summer, the vibrant island attracts tourists with its beaches, culture and lush landscapes. A fertile cultural destination Greek- owned Samos is located off the coast of Turkey…
Marmaris Travel Guide
Gift shopping at the bazaars of Marmaris Shopping is one of the best ways to spend a holiday. You should take the time to rub the shops, and you should not forget to compromise. As a gift, you should grab the region’s own honey, which smells of thyme or orange blossoms. Right in the city…
Cozumel Travel Guide
Cozumel is a favorite destination for divers in Mexico. Nature, beach and clear water on the Yucatan Peninsula. The island of Cozumel is one of the most popular resorts on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. White sandy beaches and Caribbean breezes Right next to the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula is the Mexican island of…
Zimbabwe Society
Zimbabwe is a country located in Southern Africa. It has an area of 390,757 square kilometers and a population of approximately 14 million people. The ethnic composition of Zimbabwe is largely Shona (81%), with minorities such as Ndebele (14%), Tonga (2%) and Kalanga (1%) making up the remaining 5%. The majority of the population are…
Zambia Society
Zambia is a country located in Southern Africa. It has an area of 752,618 square kilometers and a population of approximately 18 million people. The ethnic composition of Zambia is largely Bantu (97%), with minorities such as San (1%), Tonga (1%) and Ngoni (1%) making up the remaining 3%. The majority of the population are…
Yemen Society
Yemen is a country located in the Middle East. It has an area of 527,970 square kilometers and a population of approximately 28 million people. The ethnic composition of Yemen is largely Arab (90%), with minorities such as Afro-Arab (6%), South Asians (2%) and Europeans (2%) making up the remaining 8%. The majority of the…
Vietnam Society
Vietnam is a country located in Southeast Asia. It has an area of 331,210 square kilometers and a population of approximately 95 million people. The ethnic composition of Vietnam is largely Kinh (85%), with minorities such as Tay (2%), Thai (1%) and Muong (1%) making up the remaining 15%. The majority of the population are…
Venezuela Society
Venezuela is a country located in South America. It has an area of 916,445 square kilometers and a population of approximately 28.5 million people. The ethnic composition of Venezuela is largely Mestizo (67%), with minorities such as White (21%), Indigenous peoples (10%) and Afro-Venezuelans (2%) making up the remaining 22%. The majority of the population…
Vanuatu Society
Vanuatu is a country located in the South Pacific. It has an area of 12,189 square kilometers and a population of approximately 276,000 people. The ethnic composition of Vanuatu is largely Melanesian (94%), with minorities such as Ni-Vanuatu (4%), Chinese (1%) and other Pacific Islanders (1%) making up the remaining 5%. The majority of the…
Uzbekistan Society
Uzbekistan is a country located in Central Asia. It has an area of 447,400 square kilometers and a population of approximately 32 million people. The ethnic composition of Uzbekistan is largely Uzbek (80%), with minorities such as Tajik (5%), Kazakh (5%), Karakalpak (2%) and Tatar (2%) making up the remaining 8%. The majority of the…
Uruguay Society
Uruguay is a country located in South America. It has an area of 176,220 square kilometers and a population of approximately 3.5 million people. The ethnic composition of Uruguay is largely white (88%), with minorities such as mestizo (8%), black (4%) and Amerindian (1%) making up the remaining 8%. The majority of the population are…
United States Society
The United States (US) is a country located in North America. It has an area of 3,796,742 square kilometers and a population of approximately 328 million people. The ethnic composition of the US is largely White (60%), with minorities such as Hispanic or Latino (18%), Black or African American (13%) and Asian (6%) making up…
United Kingdom Society
The United Kingdom (UK) is a country located in Europe. It has an area of 243,610 square kilometers and a population of approximately 66 million people. The ethnic composition of the UK is largely white British (87%), with minorities such as South Asians (7%), African-Caribbeans (3%) and other ethnicities making up the remaining 3%. The…
United Arab Emirates Society
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a country located in the Middle East. It has an area of 83,600 square kilometers and a population of approximately 9.8 million people. The ethnic composition of the UAE is largely Arab (80%) with minorities such as South Asians (10%), Europeans (3%) and other ethnicities making up the remaining…
Ukraine Society
Ukraine is a country located in Eastern Europe. It has an area of 603,628 square kilometers and a population of approximately 44 million people. The ethnic composition of Ukraine is largely Ukrainian (77%), with minorities such as Russians (17%), Belarusians (0.6%) and other ethnicities making up the remaining 6%. The majority of the population are…
Uganda Society
Uganda is a country located in East Africa. It has an area of 241,040 square kilometers and a population of approximately 44 million people. The ethnic composition of Uganda is largely Bantu (16%), with minorities such as Nilotics (15%), Central Sudanic (14%) and other ethnicities making up the remaining 55%. The majority of the population…
Tuvalu Society
Tuvalu is a country located in the South Pacific Ocean. It has an area of 26 square kilometers and a population of approximately 11,000 people. The ethnic composition of Tuvalu is largely Polynesian (97%), with minorities such as Europeans (3%) making up the remaining 3%. The majority of the population are adherents to Christianity, with…
Turkmenistan Society
Turkmenistan is a country located in Central Asia. It has an area of 488,100 square kilometers and a population of approximately 6 million people. The ethnic composition of Turkmenistan is largely Turkmen (83%), with minorities such as Uzbeks (9%), Russians (7%) and other ethnicities making up the remaining 10%. The majority of the population are…