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Calabria: Numbers
➤ Calabria is a region in the south-western part of Italy and has an area of approximately 5,822 2 miles.
➤ It has a population of about 2 million.
➤ The average summer temperature of this region is somewhere around 26ºC . However, this temperature could rise sometimes to somewhere around 35ºC.
➤ The minimum temperature in the winters is somewhere around 13ºC. This is the coastal temperature. This temperature goes on decreasing as you cross over into the mountainous regions further into the mainland.

Calabria: Plant and Animal Life
➤ Coastal regions along the Tyrrhenian Sea are well known for their abundant production of different types of citrus fruits and their olive groves.
➤ Also, these regions have a variety of plums and pears that grow well.
➤ The Parghelia and Capo Vaticano regions produce a variety of onions that is typical to them. These onions have a very distinct flavor, which is induced in them by the constitution of the land and also the water supply in the region.
➤ Vegetables like zucchini, beans, cauliflowers, eggplants, pumpkins, peppers, etc. are also grown in abundance.
➤ Animals like red deer and foxes are found abundantly in this region.
➤ Birds like hermit sparrows, barn owls, gulls, etc. also thrive here.

Calabria: Culture and Economics
➤ Calabria has a very rich cultural heritage, punctuated by breathtaking architecture.
➤ History and wilderness have been very efficiently preserved in this region, thus making it a major hit with tourists, especially European ones who now see the region as a good option to buy property in as well.
➤ Gothic and Renaissance style painting is what awaits tourists looking around for some ancient influences.
➤ Wood and ceramics are two of the forms of sculpture that Calabrian culture has an invaluable treasure of. Read the rest of this entry »

There are many opportunities to save if one knows where to look. Most theme parks have a website you can visit which will have a variety of discounts available. In addition, you can also find out more about certain sections of the park, learn about special events that are happening, and even find out how a park is involved with the community through charities.

Although the more expensive option up front, a season pass can actually save you a lot of money. But in order to get your money’s worth out of a season pass, you have to be someone who plans on visiting a theme park more than once in a season. On average, a season pass will pay for itself in fewer than 4 visits. If you want to test drive a season pass to see if it will be worth it to you, you might be able to upgrade your daily admission ticket to a season pass simply by paying the difference between both options.

While costlier, a season pass purchase also entitles the bearer to certain perks in a park. One example, might be a coupon book that is given when a season pass is purchased, which may contain hundreds of dollars in park savings. As well, some offers of this nature will also entitle you to benefits like exclusive ride times and special parking privileges.

During the park season, you may also be able to take advantage of discounts from local eateries, soda companies and other retailers. These cross-promotions could appear in your local paper, flyers around town or on your city’s television station. Some may even require you to do a little legwork, such as collecting tabs from soda cans or mailing in proofs of purchase.

If you’re staying in a hotel while you are visiting a theme park, be aware that deals may be found in the complimentary travel publications they offer. But even if you’re only staying for the day, you might be able to find bargains simply by stopping at information centers on the way to the park. Checking out their selection of brochures could yield a wide array of goodies. Read the rest of this entry »

Brussels
If you want to see the modern life of Belgium, Brussels is the place to be. The top attraction in this city is the Grand Place, surrounded by the Town Hall and is considered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Another attraction in the city includes the Parc du Cinquantenaire; a large park spread across 30 hectares comprising beautiful gardens, waterfalls, and ponds. It even has the famous Cinquantenaire Art Museum, AutoWorld Museum, and the Royal Military Museum. And not to forget the famous Manneken Pis, Belgium’s famous little statue. It’s a statue of little boy peeing in a fountain, located on the corner of Rue de L’Etuve & Stroofstraat since 1619.

Bruges
Bruges is the place to travel to if you are looking for a blend of early and contemporary life in Europe. The Groeningemuseum is a major point of interest that is a museum of fine arts holding artworks from the 14th century onwards. Another attraction is the Choco-Story Museum that gives you a glimpse about the making of chocolates. Similarly, The Frietmuseum shows the role and history of potato and chips. Don’t miss the Snow and Ice sculpture festival which displays exquisite ice sculptures.

Leuven
A city just about 20 km east of the vibrant Brussels is Leuven. This is a city famous for the Hortus Botanicus Lovaniensis, a botanical garden known for possessing rare flowers and plants, ponds, greenhouses, etc. The city is mainly known for its student life, pubs, bars and busy markets. Other attractions include the Leuven Town Hall, Grand Béguinage of Leuven, and many historical churches like St. Peter’s Church and Church of Saint Michael.

Antwerp
This city boasts of one of the largest seaports in the European region. It is a metropolitan city with much to offer for visitors. Animal lovers would really enjoy the Antwerp Zoo which has around 6,000 animals. The Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Antwerp is for art enthusiasts, displaying a wide range of works by world-renowned artists. Other places for tourists are the Steen Castle, Antwerp Port, and many diamond shops, as this city is believed to be the world’s diamond capital. Read the rest of this entry »

Interesting Facts About Philippines For Kids •Taiwan lies to the north of Philippines; while Sulu Sea and Celebes Sea lies to the south. The country of Vietnam is on the west of Philippines while the Philippine Sea is to the east.
•The Philippine islands was under Spanish rule from 1521 to the nineteenth century. The British had also invaded Manila in the eighteenth century. Later it was under the American rule in the Second World War. It gained independence after the World War II.
•It is a popular belief that English language was brought to Philippines by Americans. On the contrary, the English language was introduced to the people of this nation by the British invaders.
•Talking about languages, the official languages of this nation are Filipino and English; while other regional languages recognized in this country are Bikol, Ilokano, Cebuano, Hiligaynon, Pangasinense,Tagalog and Waray.
•The history behind the name ‘Philippines’ of this country is also very interesting. The nation got its ‘Philippines’ after King Philip II of Spain.
•Philippines boasts of a coastline of 36,289 kilometers. However, it still ranks fifth in the world for having the longest coastline.
•Due to the presence of the Pacific Ring of Fire, Philippines is highly prone to earthquakes and typhoons.
•There were about 200 volcanoes on the islands of Philippines earlier. However, very few are actually active now.
•Mount Apo, found on the island of Mindanao is the highest point in Philippines. The height of this mountain is 2,954 m.
•People native to Philippines are known as Filipino. There is a mixture of ethnicity in Philippines as people belonging to different ethnic groups like Malay, Spanish, American and Chinese are found in this country.
Fun Facts About Philippines •There are specific mountain types, known as Chocolate Hills found in this country. As they are brown in color, they are termed so. However, another interesting fact is that the name of these hills has been inspired by ‘Hershey’s kisses’.
•The capital city of Philippines, Manila, is named after a plant called as Maynilad.
•Another interesting facts about Philippines is that it the world’s third largest English speaking country.
•According to the customs and traditions in Philippines, it is not considered good manners to open gifts immediately when they are given.
•Do you know that Philippines is the only country in the world whose flag is hoisted upside down when the country is at war?
•Philippines is known as the ‘text capital of the world’ because of the large number of texts sent to and fro by the people in one day. The number is higher then the number of text messages sent by people of US and UK together. Read the rest of this entry »

The present situation of the city is as fascinating as the history of Beijing. It has witnessed a unique transformation with passing of time and has reinvented itself as one of the most modern and advanced cities of the world. It’s situated at the northern tip of the North China plain and is shielded by mountains on the north. Let’s have a look at some more interesting facts about Beijing. •Beijing is the second largest city after Shanghai and also the capital of the People’s Republic of China.
•It’s no secret that the Chinese love their bicycles, which is why once you get to Beijing, you will see thousands of cyclists on the roads.
•Beijing also hosted the 2008 Olympics.
•In the Imperial Times, the city was also known as Peking.
•There are 16 districts and 2 counties in Beijing.
•If you want to go on a trip to Beijing, remember that not many people speak English. So make sure you know the basic Chinese phrases or you are going to face a tough time.
•Beijing is called one of the ‘Four Great Ancient Capitals of China’.
•The literal meaning of the term Beijing is ‘Northern Capital’.
•The Beijing zoo is one of the most famous tourist destinations of the city and its popular for its Panda Bears. The Beijing zoo is also the largest zoo in the country.
•The hottest tourist destination in Beijing is ‘The Forbidden City’. The Forbidden City comprises of 980 buildings and 8707 bays of rooms. It was declared a World Heritage Site in 1987 and is listed as the largest collection of old wooden structures in the world by the UNESCO.
•McDonald’s is the city’s most popular fast food joint.
•For entertainment, people can visit the world famous Peking Opera. The Opera is great combination of songs, dialogs, acrobatics, fighting, music and much more.
•The most common surname in Beijing is Wang. The name is shared by almost 11% of the population.
•The largest wooden Buddha statue in China is located in Beijing in Yonghe Lamasery.
•The most popular sports in Beijing are basketball and football.
•The capital city enjoys four distinct seasons. July is the hottest at 75°F and January is the coldest at 18°F. Spring and autumn are the shortest seasons.
•The city flower of Beijing is the China Rose or Chrysanthemum and the city tree is Arborviate or Chinese Scholar Tree. Read the rest of this entry »