The other day I stood in line at a drug store and noticed a magazine. It was a new issue but it appeared to be one that I'd seen seemingly a thousand times before. Rolling Stone, the stalwart but mostly rather stale rock magazine for people who know nothing about rock music had once again compiled a list of the 500 Greatest Albums Of All Time. A very brief flip through as I waited to purchase deodorant and batteries revealed pretty much exactly...more
Among the grasses ( Poaceae ) and sedges ( Cyperaceae ), the inflorescence is a small elementary spike formed by one or more sessile flowers or sitting on an articulated rachis, often brief, called rachilla and protected by bracts called sterile glumes . Inflorescence such called herringbone . The flowers may be hermaphrodite or unisexual and have a perianth rudimentary 2 or 3 pieces, or glumelulas ldculas. These lodculas are turgid be determined...more
Beauty of Pearl GemstonesTake a ride for knowing more about the most precious natural gemstone Yes it is pearl. This gemstone has a simple yet elegant appearance which goes well with every costume at every occasion.Marriage in your cards!! Looking for a new classic look, then there is nothing better than pearls. You will get these precious, magnificent gems at very affordable price according to your budget. If you are planning a wedding for the summer season, then there is no better accessory to complement the hot weather than a string of pearl gemstones.Pearls especially from South Sea and Akoya are truly recommended for brides as well as flower girls and even for bridesmaids. One can find this exquisite loose gemstone in numerous colours ranging from luscious lavender to creamy white, romantic pink pearl to the more exotic black pearl.Bride to be can choose these many ornaments of pearl:Pearl earringsPearl necklacesPearl pendantsPearl braceletsPearl wedding ringsKnow what is cultured freshwater pearlsIn the 20th century, technique of pearl cultivation has been discovered. There are two cultivation techniques to be used one is from saltwater and the other is freshwater...more
Art courses in college can bring past culture hotTo the extent that contemporary culture is, by definition, current, it does have a much more immediate impact on students and people in general than do the arts and literature of the past. Contemporaneous events directly affect everyone alive at the time because they are occurring at precisely the...more
Turkey is one of the most entertaining places to be visited in sense of tourists. Turkey is a country full of colors and attractions. Traditions of turkey assumed as one of the oldest in the world. Turkey has spent a lot of time and money for perfect tourist attractions. It is the only country around the globe which offers two cultures at one place...more
Situated on the banks of the river Yamuna in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, Agra, the erstwhile capital of Hindustan is famous for its heritage tourism. With its many spectacular Mughal architectural marvels, Agra is perhaps most famous for the UNESCO World Heritage Site Taj Mahal, which is also one among the seven wonders of the world.Known as an eternal monument of love, the Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal who died during childbirth. This magnificent mausoleum is built out of pure white marble and is the star attraction of the city. Tourists from all over the world flock to see this beautiful monument whose beauty is enhanced by blooming gardens with a myriad of flowers and shady trees and aesthetically designed waterways that culminate in magnificent fountains. Incorporating architectural designs from Turkish, Persian and Indian styles, the Taj Mahal was constructed over a period of 20 years employing thousands of artisans, craftsmen and other skilled labourers. Taj Mahal though mostly recognised by the white domed marble mausoleum comprises of many intricately designed structures that together add to the beauty of...more
The welcoming culture of the Bedouin peoples has remained fairly unchanged over the past few centuries and is well documented thank too many historical and sociology personalities who have been exposed to it over the years. Their culture of greeting...more
Antiguas capital, St Johns is based on a massive natural harbour which is situated on the western part of Antigua. It was originally setup on a regular grid pattern in 1702 on a surface that slowly elevates away from the water to the east and moves...more
There are many aspects to the culture of any country and how you will want to experience it will depend on your interests. If you're a keen historian then understanding how previous civilizations have influenced the country today and their...more
La Culture du riz: Dcouvrez comment la Thalande aide pour alimenter le mondeIl y a une partie de vous que vous avez encore dcouvrir.Un voyage en Thalande, lmeraude de lAsie du Sud-Est, offre une occasion rare de dcouvrir une autre face de vous-mme. ....more
Warsaw is a prominent city in Poland. The city is known for its rich past and a resultant vibrant culture. Every city boasts of a unique culture and there are many factors that help to shape the culture of a place. It is basically a mirror of the...more
Barcelona is one of the prominent cities in Europe. The city is cocooned by countries like Italy, France, Greece, Romania and Czechoslovakia. Just like any other city of Spain, this city has retained its own culture. This bustling city exudes charm...more