The first contacts of Cameroon with the Europeans occurred when, in the second half of the century. XV, the Portuguese navigators arrived there, but only in the course of the century. XVII European commercial establishments were established; the duala populations acted as an intermediary between the European merchants and the populations of the interior. Near…
Antigua Guatemala (World Heritage)
Antigua, laid out in the Italian Renaissance style in 1543, about 30 km west of today’s capital Guatemala, was completely destroyed by an earthquake in 1773. The ruins still bear witness to what was once the most beautiful baroque city in Latin America. Visit cachedhealth.com for Guatemala the heart of the Mayan empire. Antigua Guatemala: facts…
Georgia Culture
CULTURE: GENERAL INFORMATION According to a2zcamerablog, Georgia is a country located in Europe. Georgia is a country with a rich and ancient cultural past, open to the influences exercised by the great peoples who gradually alternated in the domination of the territory and by the religious traditions of which these empires were bearers (Christian, Orthodox,…
City of Rauma (World Heritage)
According to mathgeneral, Rauma was one of the most important cities and trading centers in Finland in the Middle Ages and early modern times. The old town of the third oldest city in the country has richly decorated wooden facades from the 18th and 19th centuries and has been able to preserve its street network…
World Heritages in South Korea
Tombs of the Kings of the Joseon Dynasty (World Heritage) The 40 royal tombs of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) were laid out according to geomantic, ie Fengshui, ideas. The principle »Pungsu«, wind and water, plays a role here: the rulers were buried with their backs to a hill and with a view of the water…
Basel, Switzerland Sightseeings
City highlights Basel City Hall The Basel City Hall is not only the seat of the municipal, but also the seat of the cantonal government of Basel-Stadt. Historisches Museum Basel One of the largest and most important museums in Switzerland according to internetsailors. Botanical Garden One of the oldest parks in the entire German-speaking area….
Aachen, Germany Overview
Aachen – The old coronation city of the emperors According to mathgeneral, the city in the border triangle of Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands was the coronation city of the German kings (936 – 1531) for almost 600 years. The first king to be crowned here was Otto I – the Great (912-973). He was…
Mexico Economy and Currency
ECONOMY Business etiquette English is often spoken in business circles, but knowledge of Spanish is an advantage. Spanish business letters should also be answered in Spanish. Correct clothing is expected. Mexicans value politeness and correct salutation, in case of doubt you should use Licenciado instead of Señor. Appointments are usually made. The best times for…
Transportation in United Kingdom
ON THE GO Traveling by plane According to internetsailors, British Airways (BA) flies several times a day to Belfast, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Manchester, among others. The following airlines also offer flights within the UK: KLM Cityhopper (WA), flybe (BE) (www.flybe.com), easyJet (EZY) (www.easyjet.com) and Ryanair (FR) (www.ryanair.com). Note on air travel British Airways: As…
Culture and Attractions in New Zealand
When the Maori culture emerged cannot be precisely defined scientifically. It is believed that the ancestors of the Maori people very likely came from the Polynesian Islands, the Cook Islands, and the other Society Islands. The cannibalized humans brought their own domestic animals and changed the animal world of the country very drastically. Many animal…
OAS Business
OAS states that the business must rest on four pillars: security, democracy, development and human rights. Through political dialogue and cooperation, they want to achieve their goals. Collective security According to the 1948 charter, collective security is one of OAS ‘main goals. Conflicts between Member States must be resolved by peaceful means. If peace on…
Council of Europe (COE)
Human rights mechanisms In addition to the European Convention on Human Rights and its control bodies, there are a number of agreements that have been concluded since the late 1980’s. One of the most important is the 1987 Convention for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. All Member States have…
The 10 most expensive hotels in the world
Would you like to treat yourself to something that nobody can imitate so quickly? Sleeping through a mid-range car in 24 hours? If the value of a couple of nice mid-range cars is in your bank account, then you can easily check in and relax in the ten most expensive hotels in the world. The…
The 10 largest islands in the world
Greenland in the North Atlantic With an area of 2,175,597 square kilometers, Greenland is by far the largest island in the world. For centuries it was a Danish colony, but now it is self-governing and is only represented externally by Denmark. Just under 56,000 people live on the huge land mass, which is largely covered…
Scotland Universities
University of St. Andrew This Scottish university is the oldest university in Scotland and is located in St. Andrews, a town with a population of 17,000 on the east coast of Scotland – about 50 km north-east of Edinburgh as the crow flies. Classes began here three years before the University was officially founded by…
Wales Political System
Wales is part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, whose government is based in the English capital, London. The Parliament of Great Britain has its seat in England’s capital London. It consists of the House of Lords and the House of Commons. Parliament, along with the Queen, represents the sovereign power…
Kosovo Serbia Agreement
The historic agreement of April 19, 2013 On April 19, 2013 the delegations from Belgrade and Pristina met for an additional negotiation round. A modified proposal submitted by the EU representatives brought about the breakthrough. In the presence of Lady Ashton, the Serbian Prime Minister Dačić, his Deputy Aleksandar Vučić and Kosovo’s Prime Minister Thači…
Cambodia Social Conditions
Covid-19 and the impact on social areas in Cambodia According to the Johns Hopkins University, there are very few people in Cambodia who have tested positive for COVID-19 so far. On November 30th at 9:00 a.m.CET there were a total of 323 cases, of which 22 were active, with no single fatality. Only 16 states…
Experience Cozy Geilo
Geilo is one of Norway’s oldest ski resorts and realizes everything you imagine Norwegian ski resorts should be. Here it is family friendly, close to everything and there is also a lot to do in addition to skiing. Traditional Geilo is located in a valley between Bergen and Oslo, right on the border of Norway’s…
Galapagos Climate and Weather
The climate in the Galapagos Islands is relatively stable. Despite its proximity to the equator, the Galapagos has cool and warm seasons, but temperatures fluctuate only slightly. The reason for the fluctuations is on the one hand the relatively cool Humboldt Current, on the other hand the southern trade winds have an impact on the…
Before the trip to Cambodia
Passport, visa and customs Visas are required for travel to Cambodia. The passport must be valid for at least six months after entry. Tourist visas are best suited for those staying in the country for 30 days or less. It can be obtained upon arrival at the airport at a cost of USD 30. On…
Places to Visit in Krabi Part 2
Noppharat Thara Much calmer and more elegant than Ao Nang is the Noppharat Thara next to it, which is known in so many different forms that it is not even worth thinking about (e.g. Nappharat Thara and Napparattara). It is along the same promenade (Road 4203), and there are open-top buses running in both directions, making…
Places to Visit in Krabi Part 1
Krabi is a large area with a few islands worth visiting and Phuket is also a short boat ride away. However, Krabi itself has so much to see and do that it is not worth going beyond the sea to fish for at least a week or two. Thus, the city of Krabi, Ao Nang, Noppharat…
Innsbruck Travel Guide
Innsbruck has two attractions: a charming historic city and is surrounded by the Alps. The city is called the capital of the Alps, which is indicated at least by the number of tourists visiting Innsbruck. If the idea of a holiday involves adrenaline rushes on the mountain slopes or eating a mouth-watering chocolate cake in…
Rovaniemi Travel Guide
Rovaniemi’s nightless nights and bustling frosts exude the exoticism of Lapland. Whatever the season, Lapland’s nature offers the tourist experiences. Rovaniemi is known above all as a winter destination, but it is also worth traveling to the capital of Lapland in summer. Enjoy the sunless night sun and the magic of the Arctic Circle and experience the enchantment…
Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide
City of opposites Rio de Janeiro adorns the Atlantic coast near the Capricorn Turning Circle. It is located about 450 kilometers northeast of São Paulo, the largest city in the country. In addition to boisterous samba and world-class football, Rio is known for its stunning sandy beaches and iconic attractions. The Christ statue of Corcovado…
Zimbabwe 2009
Yearbook 2009 Zimbabwe. It was not until February 2009 that the unifying government could be formed under which President Robert Mugabe and opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai signed an agreement as early as September 2008. By then, Parliament had first adopted a constitutional amendment that created a new post as prime minister, weight for Tsvangirai, and…
Zambia 2009
Yearbook 2009 Zambia. The news from Zambia in 2009 was a lot about corruption. Former President Levy Mwanawasa was praised for his fight against corruption, but since he died in 2008, the problems seem to have increased again. While former president’s wife Regina Chiluba was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for buying several properties…
Yemen 2009
Yearbook 2009 Yemen. During the year, the government became increasingly crowded on several fronts and assessors questioned whether it actually had control of the country. In the province of Sada in the north, government troops launched an air and armor offensive against Shiite al-Huthirebeller in August. Victim information was uncertain but at least 80 refugees,…
Western Sahara 2009
Yearbook 2009 Western Sahara. Moroccan authorities in November denied human rights activist Aminatou Haidar from Western Sahara to return home after a visit to the United States where she received a prize for her fight. She flew to the Canary Islands where she hungered for more than a month to draw the world’s attention to…
Vietnam 2009
Yearbook 2009 Vietnam. In June, the Vietnamese parliament passed a resolution to abolish the death penalty for rape, fraud, piracy, smuggling, hijacking and bribery. However, more serious drug crimes, such as drug smuggling, remained subject to the death penalty. During the summer, the famous dissident and lawyer Le Cong Dinh was arrested, charged with “cooperating…
Venezuela 2009
Yearbook 2009 Venezuela. In July, just six months after diplomatic relations were re-established with neighboring Colombia following last year’s conflict, President Hugo Chávez again froze contacts. The reason was Colombia’s plans to give several of its military bases to the US military to help with the fight against organized crime and terrorism, which Chavez perceived…
Vatican City 2009
Yearbook 2009 Vatican City. At the beginning of the year, the tension in the Vatican’s relations with Israel rose since Israel on January 8 condemned a high-ranking Vatican official, Cardinal Renato Martino, for comparing the Gaza Strip to “a large concentration camp.” Cardinal Renato Martino leads the Vatican’s Council for Peace and Justice. According to…
Vanuatu 2009
Yearbook 2009 Vanuatu. According to countryaah, the country’s president, Kalkot Kelekele, in June appealed to Parliament and the government to try to overcome the political instability in the country. The policy is characterized by personal power struggles, government transformations and many distrustful votes against incumbent prime ministers. Kelekele proposed eight constitutional amendments, which he believed…
Uzbekistan 2009
Yearbook 2009 Uzbekistan. At the beginning of the year, Uzbekistan agreed with the United States that non-military US equipment should be transported through the country to Afghanistan. According to countryaah, US criticism of the country’s repression of human rights has been mitigated in recent years as the US military has increased the need for allies…
Uruguay 2009
Yearbook 2009 Uruguay. According to countryaah, José Mujica of the coalition Frente Amplio (FA) did not succeed in gaining his own majority in the first round of the October 25 elections, but was forced into a second round of 29 November against Luís Alberto Lacalle (1990-1955) from the opposition party Partido Nacional. November 29 election…
United States 2009
Yearbook 2009 USA. According to countryaah, a record crowd gathered in Washington on January 20 to commemorate the historic day when Barack Obama swore the oath as America’s first black president. The government included primary election rival Hillary Clinton as foreign minister, while incumbent Defense Secretary Robert Gates retained his post. An early setback for…
United Kingdom 2009
Yearbook 2009 UK. According to countryaah, the international recession hit the UK economy hard, and according to a government forecast in the spring, GDP would fall by 3.5 percent in 2009. To try to boost the economy, the Bank of England cut its key rate during the first quarter of the year to 0.5 percent,…
United Arab Emirates 2009
Yearbook 2009 United Arab Emirates. According to countryaah, the Dubai debt crisis became acute at the end of November when the Emirate government announced that it wanted to renegotiate the loans the state-owned company Dubai World had taken to primarily finance luxury projects in the real estate industry. This involved most of Dubai’s total debt…
Ukraine 2009
Yearbook 2009 Ukraine. On New Year’s Day, Russian gas supplies to Ukraine were stripped after the country refused to join the Russian Federation’s price increase for 2009. According to countryaah, the countries also disagreed on the terms of Ukraine’s unpaid debts. The conflict led to energy crisis in several EU countries in Central Europe, which…