The Chinese Lunar New Year which is usually celebrated during the latter part of January up until mid February is the most significant festival of the Chinese calendar. This vibrant and exciting festival which is also known as the Spring Festival takes place for 15 days. The end of the festival happens in grand style with the enchanting Lantern Festival. It is held spectacularly in the evening of the final day of the Chinese Lunar New Year...more
Shanghai, Chinas ever changing wonder city, gives each visitor what they need, because there is something, for everyone. Be it a cultural or a feel right at home experience, or a heady blend of both, Shanghais got it.For the traveller whos keen on animals, ecological splendour, some good family enjoyment or just looking for a tourist sighting, the Shanghai Zoo is a must visit.Set in a lush 100000 square meter acreage of greenery, the zoo boasts...more
Author: Kermit ShepherdWith the recently announced Canon Digital Rebel T1i appropriate on hand in April 2009, many prospective Digital SLR buyers are sentence it recalcitrant to decide stuck between the Rebel T1i and the Rebel XSi cameras. The T1i categorically packs more punch, but it comes on a value, so the question is: "Is it worth it?". Before we highlight the primary differences, let's engage in a quick look on the similarities. Both cameras engage in exactly the same dimensions and both engage in a 3 edge your way LCD screen. Canon's 9 situation Autofocus orderliness and 35 Zone Evaluative Metering orderliness plus remains unchanged. The very advantageous EOS Integrated Cleaning orderliness and Dust Delete Data Detection has plus been implemented in both cameras. Highlight Tone Priority Mode is on hand in both cameras, but implemented vaguely differently on the T1i - it has in essence remained the same however. Both cameras are sold with the same kit lens, the Canon EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 IS and as usual, both cameras are fully compatible with the Canon EF and EF-S range lenses. The nearly all obvious difference stuck between the XSi and the T1i is the APS-C CMOS Sensor...more
It is said that Zhongshan Road in Xiamen is like Ginza is to Tokyo, or Manhattan is to New York. What has given this road this astounding declaration of acclaim?Xiamen is a city that has carefully preserved its age old charm and highlighted its history through the passage of time. Zhongshan Road is the oldest and longest street in Xiamen and bears...more
Author: Wendy M. RabbaniWhen it comes to buying jewelry, most people think the best time to buy and give is during the holidays; Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Mother’s Day, The reality is, however, that the best time to buy jewelry is not during holidays at all, and for the true bargain hunter, the best deals are found post holidays. ...more
The well known Chinese New Year which is also popularly identified as Lunar New Year is a magnificent festival celebrated in grand style throughout China. The entire nation becomes a joyous place to be, with its atmosphere simply vibrant, enchanting and delightful. However, the best place to be during the fascinating Chinese New Year is Beijing, Chinas capital city. The festival takes a different look and feel and is a great place for travellers to discover its uniqueness. The Chinese New Year is a celebration that is carried out according to traditional styles and beliefs. However, in Beijing one can find all these traditions with a difference. New Year in Beijing is celebrated with much enthusiasm by both young and old alike. During the season visitors will discover the city streets filled with people getting ready for this world renowned festival. Beijings natives simply adore decorating their homes and gardens with lights, streamers, red lanterns and posters adding much colour to the festival in the city. During this time of the year, natives also spend time listening to classical Chinese music played using their traditional instruments. Like in most other parts of the...more
Are you aware about the different kind of birds in your region? Are you aware about what is the total count of the birds in the planet? Study of birds is extremely interesting and is accepted around the world in the present time. They in a way...more
"Air travel is expensive comparatively to other modes of travel throughout the world. This has abridged the number of people travelling by air to a huge extent. The concept of cheap air travel created in the United States in the early 1990s and...more
Author: Vikram kuamrIf you are hoping to get one of the most exciting experiences possible out of your trip to Dublin, you will want to challenge yourself in a way that nearly no other tourist experience will allow. This will come when you look...more
The company that popularizes the hybrid technology is producing the better hybrid vehicles year after year. Although Toyota starts the technology to their Pries in 1997, Honda produces, develops, and uses the technology continuously to their cars....more
Author: Rich AlbertsonIn a previous Factoid about the 2nd Law (#13) it was mentioned that one of the several parts of the Law states, “All of the forces of nature move in one direction and one direction only – from the combined to the dispersed...more
One of the best ways of hiring a car in Canada is through earlier booking and getting hold of a good rental service. This can be done through reference, or by simply asking some local friend to do the favor for you. Apart from this you can also...more