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Independence Day BelizeAmericas San Pedro Belize Culture 2010 September 21
Belize`s Independence Day is one of the newer Independence Day`s celebrated in the world, with full independence from Britain only given in 1981. The September 21st celebrations are ostensibly for the date of full independence, but coming 10 days ... read more |
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The Durbar FestivalAfrica Nigeria Culture 2010 October
The modern state of Nigeria is something of an African powerhouse that has come a long way since the end of colonial rule from the British in the 1960s. Much of its current culture comes from the outside, as it were- like its two main religions Chris... read more |
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Abu Simbel FestivalAfrica Egypt Culture 2010 October
The Pyramids don't need much introduction in their ability to invoke sensations of awe from all those who visit them. Recent attempts to add modern edge to the sites- Jean Michele Jarre's millennium concerts spring to mind- do not, though, seem to to... read more |
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Indian Independence DayAsia Across India Culture 2010 October
India's most symbolic modern date, of August 15th, celebrates its independence from British rule. It was on this day in 1947 that this happened and the point at which the nation had reached its 'tryst with destiny' to use the first Prime Ministe... read more |
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Yamaga Lantern FestivalAsia Across India Culture 2010 October
If the sight of lanterns lighting up the night sky is enough to get your heart moving, head to Yamaga in south west Japan for the annual lantern festival. Hundreds of years ago, legend has it that the Emperor and his entourage, struggling through ... read more |