The Castle is located on the a commanding hilltop on the seafront in Karastu, a resort city about an hour away from Fukuoka and a couple of hours from Nagasaki. It is an easy walk from the main railway station, and for those driving there is parking nearby.
Words: 670 Downloads: 0 Category: Asia By: James SmithThe Intramuros is the original capital city, the seat of Government during the period of Spanish rule in the Philippines from 1590 until their expulsion after the Spanish American war in 1898. It bears a striking resemblance to many other Spanish colonial cities such as Havana, Santo Domingo, and Cartagena. Massive walls and fortifications surround broad squares and grand houses and churches. The remnants of the triad with which Spain gained and later ruled her empire, the military, the church, and trade and commerce along with those who administered all three can all be found here.
Words: 1070 Downloads: 0 Category: Asia By: James SmithThe Manila American Cemetery and Memorial is open every day of the year aside from December 25th and January 1st form 9:00 am to 5 pm. There is no admission cost. A staff member is always on duty at the visitor centre at the entrance to assist those in finding the gravesite of a loved one.
Words: 870 Downloads: 0 Category: Asia By: James SmithThe success of Indian democracy with more than 1 billion population, 29 states, 7 union territories and 1600 languages/dialects presents a true image of unity in diversity With a civilization more than 5000 years old, India reflects rich culture, traditions and values relative to geographic locations. Invasions and migrations have contributed to the diversity of Indian culture with convergence of different habits, faiths and practices.
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