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Singapore consists of one main island, and 58 smaller ones. The terrain is flat lowland, the highest point being Bukit Tima Hills, standing at 164 meters. Its climate is hot (ranging between 22 and 30 degrees centigrade) and muggy (humidity remains at 75%). The rainy season is from November to January, although being near the equator, intermittent rains occur throughout the year. Because of its efficient and determined government, Singapore has become a flourishing country that excels in trade and tourism and a model to other developing nations. The capital city, also called Singapore, covers about a third of the area of the main island. Although Singapore has a long history, its recent commercial development can be seen as beginning in 1819 when Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles annexed it for the British Crown. The purpose for the annexation was to establish a trading post for the East India Company. At the time, the island was sparsely inhabited by Malay fisherman.
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Singapore Places of Worship Asia Travel InformationFestivals 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 Fast Facts About Hong Kong1. Telephone System Public telephones in Hong Kong belong to the following 6 types: Yellow telephone only for local calls: accepting 1- or 2- HKD coins Yellow telephone for international calls: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Silver telephone: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Telephone accepting magnetic cards and coins for international Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsI. City - Rangoon: Rangoon, the capital of Myanmar is the host for some of the world’s mind-blowing wonders, like the: 1. Shwedagon Pagoda: Rudyard Kipling termed it as the .Golden Wonder.. It looks beautiful during sunset as the last rays fall on the soft golden dome, making it glitter. The great Shopping Attraction In Hong KongHong Kong, as a free port, showcases commodities from all over the world without tariff and usually accompanied by seasonal sales. This long known Shopping Paradise sates every taste and budget. I. Hot Areas Shopping areas are roughly divided into Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. The highlights are Central, North Point, Admiralty Visa Information For TouristsMost visitors to Hong Kong still don't need a visa. The exception is for blacklisted countries, many of which (ironically) have or had communist regimes: Hong Kong has always made it difficult for nationals from such countries to enter its borders, and despite the return of Hong Kong to the 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 Orientation 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. General Information For Tourists1. Airport Tax Any passengers departing Myanmar on international flights will need to pay a departure tax of US$ 10.00 per person. 2. Duty Free Allowance Two bottles of liquor; two cartons of cigarettes; 100 cigars; 1.5 lbs. of tobacco; and one pint bottle of perfume or eau de cologne. 3. Currency The monetary unit Getting In & Out Of Hong KongThere are for basic way of getting in to Hong Kong that is by Air, Train, Sea & Bus; which is basic mode of transportation for getting into a country. 1. By Air Hong Kong International Airport is world class. Sixty airlines ferry passengers to 140 locations around the world. The gateway 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 Asia NewsChild workers decreasing in Asia: UNChild workers decreasing in Asia: UN The good news is that child labour in Asia is decreasing. The bad news is that it is not declining fast enough. Despite a drop of about 5 million since 2000, working children number an estimated 122 million in Asia, or 64 per cent of Asia Stocks Rise Most in 2 Years on Bernankes Economic OutlookAsia Stocks Rise Most in 2 Years on Bernankes Economic Outlook Asian stocks rose the most in two years, mirroring gains in the U.S., after Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke said the worlds largest economy can withstand rising energy costs. Honda Motor Co., Samsung Electronics Co. and Infosys Technologies Gold Trades Above $500 in Asia Amid Demand From Jewelers, FundsGold Trades Above $500 in Asia Amid Demand From Jewelers, Funds Dec. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Gold traded above $500 an ounce in Asia, after yesterday having its biggest daily gain in almost three weeks, amid buying from jewelry makers and as hedge funds sought alternatives to stocks and bonds. Gold for Asia Roundup: Shares finish mostly lowerAsia Roundup: Shares finish mostly lower Asian stocks closed mostly lower yesterday, extending losses after US wage data undercut the widely held view that the US Federal Reserve had no more reason to hike interest rates again, dealers said. TOKYO: Japanese share prices were down sharply after a soft performance on Wall Dravid helps India wrest control of 2nd TestDravid helps India wrest control of 2nd Test Indian skipper Rahul Dravid came within three runs of his second successive century in the series to frustrate Pakistan in the second Test at the Iqbal stadium on Monday. Dravid was unbeaten on 97 during a stubborn second-wicket stand with Venkatsai Laxman (83 not HCM City ranked third inexpensive city in AsiaHCM City ranked third inexpensive city in Asia HCM City was recently ranked the third cheapest Asian city for ex pats to live in, according to a survey recently conducted by ECA International, a human resource organisation. HCM City ranked third behind Dhaka, in Bangladesh, and Manila, in the Phillippines, while Ha ADB launches new anti-corruption plan for aid to AsiaADB launches new anti-corruption plan for aid to Asia ALL CONTRACTS awarded by the Asian Development Bank are to be made public as part of a new anti-corruption plan, the Manila-based lender said. Under the plan, borrowers will be required to make public all contract awards, and to publish on the ADBs Regional cooperative movement for reducing poverty stressed in South AsiaRegional cooperative movement for reducing poverty stressed in South Asia South Asian experts at a regional conference held here on Rural Financing Institutions and Cooperatives stressed that the region needed to expedite cooperative movement for reducing poverty, a leading English newspaper, The Himalayan Times reported on Wednesday. According to the newspaper, Asias biggest lake under threatAsias biggest lake under threat One of the biggest fresh water lakes in Asia, the Loktak lake in Manipur is on the brink of extinction. State Government officials visited the lake, about 45 kms from Imphal at Bishenpur district, and said that the lake is getting shallower everyday and water Asia: Stocks wallow at 2-week lowAsia: Stocks wallow at 2-week low Asian stocks fell to a two- week low on Thursday, led by electronics companies like Canon and Hon Hai Precision Industry, after brokerage firms cut sales estimates for Dell and Apple Computer. Technology demand is not really flying at the moment, said Khiem |
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