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November
2007
by Lola Adewoyin
Yunnan province is one of China’s most visited provinces. Of all the regions in China, Yunnan always bids and welcomes visitors all year round. Being one of the largest provinces in China, Yunnan boasts of housing almost one third of China’s ethnic minority group. Known as the South of the Clouds, Yunnan is known to enjoy a mild climate. The opportunity to see China in its raw state and the appreciation of the alluring beauty of its natural landscape is what brings people back to Yunnan.
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posted in Adventure, Asia, East Asia, China |
9th
November
2007
by Steve Locke
Formentera del Segura – Originally a Moorish village, Formentera del Segura was conquered by the Christian king Jaime I (‘The Conquistador’) in 1242, the village changed hands a number of times over the prevailing centuries until 1730 when it came under control of Nicolas Pérez de Sarrio (The Lord of Formentera), who gave the village its current name. Largely destroyed by the great earthquake of 1829, Formentera del Segura was re-built by 1840 culminating in the building of the parish church. Relying mostly on agriculture and citrus farming for its survival Formentera del Segura benefits from an irrigation system put into place by the Moors centuries ago. One of its most popular fiestas is ‘The Day of the Bicycle’ featuring a race involving many of its inhabitants.
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posted in Europe, Spain, Travel Tips, Sightseeing, golfing |
9th
November
2007
by Tom Klos
Veracruz is a less traveled tourist destination in Mexico. However, this state offers some unique and choice attractions. Additionally, it doesn’t have the commercialism and development associated with more popular destinations.
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posted in Travel Tips, Beach, Vacation, Mountains, Coast, Forest, holiday, Winter Getaway |
9th
November
2007
by John Poimiroo
In coffee shops throughout San Francisco each morning, diners read about the city’s top chefs in the same way people in other cities read about the achievements of professional athletes.
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posted in Travel Tips, US, California, US West Coast, San Francisco, Vacation, holiday |
