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North Korea still is one of the most reclusive countries of the world. North Korea is in Eastern Asia, northern half of the Korean Peninsula bordering the Korea Bay and the Sea of Japan, between China and South Korea. Following World War II, Korea was split into a northern, communist half and a southern, Western-oriented half. Kim Chong Il has ruled North Korea since his father and the country's founder, president Kim Il Sung, died in 1994. After decades of mismanagement, the North relies heavily on international food aid to feed its population. Most of the land, particularly on the north and east regions, consists mostly of rugged mountains, separated by deep, narrow valleys. The average climate is temperate with rainfall concentrated in summer. It is very similar to that of South Korea, but colder and drier in the winter. Rainy season is from July to September, but autumn is cooler. Winters are long and frigid while summers are hot, rainy and humid. The best time of the year to visit North Korea is during the months of May, June, September and October. t architecture. The Gates of Pyongyang and the Arch of Triumph (built in honour of Kim Il-Sung's 70th birthday) are particularly impressive. Many ancient buildings in Kaesong (six hours from the capital by train) bear witness to Korea's 500-year-old imperial history. The town is surrounded by beautiful pine-clad hills. Kumgangsan is the country's largest national park, consisting of a range of mountains (known as 'the Diamond Mountain') along the east coast of the country. A night at the opera provides a unique experience. There are also circuses and musical events of a high quality. Since access to North Koreea is mainly via China, most visits are tacked on to China tours.
Asia Travel InformationOrientation Of Hong KongHong Kong is conveniently divided into four parts. First there is Hong Kong Island, the original part of the colony on which stands Hong Kong Central, the city of Hong Kong. A short ferry ride across the harbour from the island is the Kowloon peninsula which is also totally city. When To Visit Hong KongSubtropical Hong Kong has four distinguishable seasons. Good weather makes it an ideal destination for travelers all year round. The peak travel season is in autumn, from September to around Christmas time. The spring, from March to mid-May, tends to be warm and humid, accompanied by fogs and drizzles. The average General Information About Hong KongHong Kong has very close counter with its parent Nation that is China, its is precariously perched on the side of China, Hong Kong is a curious anomaly. With unofficial blessing of the largest Communist country in the world Hong Kong is energetic paragon of the virtues of capitalism. Hong Festivals in MyanmarMyanmar is a Land of Festivals: a festival for every month of the year. Most festivals are cultural and religious. Majority are nation-wide celebrated while a few are distinctly regional. The dates of the festivals and special events are determined by the Lunar Year. 1. January • Kayin New Year celebrated on Hello world!Welcome to WordPress. This is the first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging! Top Rated Tourist Attractions In Hong KongHong Kong is full of fabulous events and attractions. The following are a few of the must-sees rated tops by tourists. Victoria Peak is the best place from which to admire the lights of this Oriental Pearl. Peak Tower with its famous wok-like architecture standing at the exit of Peak Tram. General Information For Tourists - II20. Religion The majority of the people of Myanmar are Buddhist although Christianity, Islam and Hinduism are also practiced. 21. Telecommunications Telephones & fax facilities are available in most hotels in Yangon and Mandalay but charges are quite expensive. E mail facilities are now available at many hotels and local businesses in Yangon Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsCity - Mandalay: Second capital after Rangoon, has world’s largest stone book situated in the compound of the 'Kuthodaw Pagoda' where Buddhist scriptures are inscribed on 729 stone slabs. The delicate tapestry works, stone sculpture, the time-honored art of gold leaf home industry is definitely worth a visit. Bagan is known as General Information For Tourists - I11. Climate & Weather Myanmar has three seasons. 1. Cool Season - October through February with average temperatures 20-24 C, 2. Hot Season - March through May with average temperatures 30-35 C, 3. Wet Season - June through September with average temperatures 25-30 C. The ideal time to visit Myanmar is Nightlife of Hong KongHong Kong provides a vibrant nightlife. Do not fight the temptation to join the party. Things to do: take a luxury night cruise over Victoria Harbor; visit pubs, bars, night clubs; or stroll in the bubbling streets with the locals. Don't just sit back and watch. I. Night Tour Do you fancy Asia NewsAsia’s richest woman cleared of forging willAsia’s richest woman cleared of forging will Asia’s richest woman, Nina Wang, was yesterday cleared of forging her late husband’s will after an eight-year legal battle against her father-in-law. Wang, 68 - who has a personal fortune estimated at $2.4bn by Forbes magazine - was earlier this year charged with forging Morgan Stanley Private Equity Asia buys 19.9 pct of Taiwans CTCIMorgan Stanley Private Equity Asia buys 19.9 pct of Taiwans CTCI Morgan Stanley Private Equity Asia (MSPEA) said it has acquired a 19.9 pct stake in CTCI Corp (9933.TW), a leading engineering, procurement, and construction firm. MSPEA did not disclose financial terms for its first investment in Taiwan. Investing in Trading network Liquidnet to make splash in AsiaTrading network Liquidnet to make splash in Asia By Brian Kelleher, Asia financial services correspondent HONG KONG (Reuters) - Electronic marketplace Liquidnet will begin matching institutional buyers and sellers of Asian stocks from April 2007 in a move that could shake up the regions traditional exchange industry. Asia-focused mutual funds and Asia-Pacific Partnership Will Fail to Tackle Climate ChangeAsia-Pacific Partnership Will Fail to Tackle Climate Change U hebt een pagina opgevraagd uit de Nieuwsbank persberichtendatabank. Nieuwsbank levert deze pagina alleen gratis aan haar abonnees. Klik hier om uw wachtwoord op te geven als u reeds abonnee bent. Of hier om snel abonnee te worden. Wilt u alleen gratis berichten Second Zim Asia officer to face chargesSecond Zim Asia officer to face charges The police's National Fraud Squad wrapped up its investigation Tuesday into a September collision between the Israeli Zim Asia cargo ship and a Japanese fishing boat in which seven Japanese fishermen were killed. Police recommended indicting the ship's second officer - Pilastro Zdrako - Asia Pacific airlines should cut fuel surcharges on passengers - CAPAAsia Pacific airlines should cut fuel surcharges on passengers - CAPA SINGAPORE (AFX) - The Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA) warned that airlines should consider cutting their fuel surcharges on passenger tickets in the face of slowing travel demand and amid concerns over bird flu. CAPA executive chairman Peter Harbison Drug Trafficking in South Asia Continues says UNDrug Trafficking in South Asia Continues says UN Lapses in the control of pharmaceutical preparations containing narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances have led to widespread abuse among all segments of the population in South Asian countries including Bangladesh, says a UN report. "Drug trafficking and abuse problems in South Asia continue New energy players rising in AsiaNew energy players rising in Asia JAKARTA When Supramu Santosa started in the oil and gas business in Indonesia in 1968, it was dominated by a state-owned company and foreign multinationals. The only job he could get was as a "roughneck," a menial laborer on oil rigs, carrying bags ASIA DEBT: West Europe Targets Perpetual Bonds At AsiaASIA DEBT: West Europe Targets Perpetual Bonds At Asia The trickle of perpetual bonds sold in Asia threatens to become a flood as Western European companies join the Latin American and Eastern European borrowers that dominated the market last year. All the borrowers are tapping into the fast-growing wealth of Asian Europe's golfers take big lead over AsiaEurope's golfers take big lead over Asia Europe's golfers established a stranglehold in the inaugural Royal Trophy against Asia on Saturday when they took a 6-2 overnight lead in the matchplay event. They collected a 3-1 lead in the morning foursomes, in which players take alternate shots and followed up with |
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