Known as The French Riviera to English speaking folk, but also known as the Cte d'Azur, it is the Mediterranean corner of France lying on the south east coastline of the country. The coastline is one of the first modern resort areas, first used as a winter health resort for the British upper class around the end of the 18th century. Then it became the playground for them in the mid-19th century where even Queen Victoria and King Edward VII went...more
Strasbourg is the capital and principal city of the Alsace region, which is in the north-eastern part of France, located close to the border with Germany and it is the capital of the Bas-Rhin department. It is widely known for hosting a number of important European institutions such as the seat of several European institutions including the Council of Europe (with its European Court of Human Rights, its European Directorate for the Quality of...more
The Buddha attained enlightenment and preached his first sermon in India, where the orthodox Theravada, or Speech of the Elders, began. As the Hindu and Islamic religions became more prevalent in India, Buddhism spread throughout Asia, dispersing Theravada throughout. As isolated communities reinterpreted their limited stock of memorized and orally disseminated sutras, differing ideas and eventually schools of thought began to emerge, and these are collectively known as Mahayana, or the Greater Vehicle. They key differences are summarized within the labels themselves, and largely relate to each tradition's concept of Buddha-hood. In Theravada Buddhism, the Buddha is recognized as a self-enlightened being, while in Mahayana Buddhism the Buddha is transcendental, non-conceptual, and all-pervasive ground of being.Before a discussion of the contrasts occurs, it will be useful to briefly expound the similarities of the ideas of Buddha-hood between the two traditions of interest. In both traditions, many of the same techniques are followed to help attain (although a distinction will be made below regarding the connotation of "attain") enlightenment, and thus Buddha-hood....more
Decorating your dining table with choice French crockery pieces is perhaps the best way to serve evening meals. As a host that is planning to invite guests to the dining table you will need to spend a lot of time in ensuring that nothing is left to chance and you must also ensure that each item of crockery is placed on its right place.In fact,...more
People after returning from their office exhausted always desire to put out lawn chairs, a table to go with it or sometimes a hammock to sit under the clear ambience, experience the dazzling stars or enjoy the beauty of the nature while sipping their cup of tea or coffee. In order to beautify their outdoors or patio they often spend extravagantly...more
Australia, officially Commonwealth of Australia is located at southern Hemisphere including numerous Islands. Australia having 22,417,867 populations with 2.32/km2 density is developed and worlds 13th largest country. By political view, it has six states and 2 main territories. Australia is flattest continent, with oldest and largest least fertile soils. Climate is significantly influenced by Oceans currents. Much of northern part of country has tropical predominantly summer rainfall (monsoon) climate.Australia is famous for its high lifestyle, beaches, sports and its national animal called Kangaroo. Sydney: This is number one city in terms of number of visitors. Sydney Opera house, with best facility, design and the excellent acoustics make the culture icon. Every person should see even he doesnt like to Opera. In Sydney, you will have both culture and lots of fun activities. Its beaches are very famous around the world and welcome to many visitors on per day basis.Melbourne: Melbourne is mix of modern amenities and architectures with old and beautiful Victorian architecture in World. At Federation Square and New Quay are place where to shopping and food cuisine gives...more
In many cities of Australia you can find the economic boon and a splash of financial prosperity but apart from that there are several other cities as well which are not as better as some of the others as far as the economic and financial prosperity...more
While the fascinating cities of India have a lot to offer the visitor, there are many fascinating destinations worth visiting that are easily accessible from India's major cities. Quiet beaches, beautiful temples, fascinating wildlife sanctuaries,...more
Like any other type of technology, web conferencing tools are not all created equal. Making a web conferencing comparison can help in avoiding products that are not up to standard. It can also mean getting a product that is responsive to your...more
Jake Locker is one of the most intriguing players we have had to consider at the end of July in a long while. If the NFL Draft were to happen today then the quarterback from Washington would likely be the first to hear his name called....more
Overnight Cairo tour to visit the sightseeing in Cairo throught your stay in Marsa Alam, you will visit Great Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian museum, Saqqara, Memphis city, Step Pyramids etc. Cairo tour will be private with private tour guide and private...more
Join us for our best trip to Cairo to visit the sightseeing in Cairo throught your stay in Marsa Alam, you will visit Great Giza Pyramids, Egyptian museum, Sakkara, Memphis, Step Pyramids etc, the tour will be private with private tour guide and...more