What was the first nation to find a sea route from europe to east asia?
The statement was a true or false statement. "Spain was the first nation to find a sea route from Europe to east Asia. True or False?" Any help is appreciated. :D
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I thought it was a guy named Magellan? From Portugal? I could be wrong though.
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Monday, December 28, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
What is a social justice issue currently in Asia?
What is a social justice issue currently in Asia?
What is a social justice issue currently in a specific country of Asia? What can we do to solve it?
Other - Social Science - 1 Answers
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China's long time oppression of Tibet comes to mind.
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What is a social justice issue currently in a specific country of Asia? What can we do to solve it?
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China's long time oppression of Tibet comes to mind.
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Monday, December 7, 2009
What are some important events that happened in Asia around the 1990s?
What are some important events that happened in Asia around the 1990s?
I need 5 important events that occurred in Asia in the 1990s. I have: -Hong Kong is returned to China -Asian financial crisis starts in Thailand -Destruction of mosque at Ayodhya Got any more?
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Macao was also returned to China in 1999.
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I need 5 important events that occurred in Asia in the 1990s. I have: -Hong Kong is returned to China -Asian financial crisis starts in Thailand -Destruction of mosque at Ayodhya Got any more?
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Macao was also returned to China in 1999.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Is there an infamous abandoned hospital in Asia that is said to be haunted?
Is there an infamous abandoned hospital in Asia that is said to be haunted?
I remember getting a link to a gallery of some old hospital or asylum that is said to be haunted. I can't remember the link or the country though. I'm aware that there may be hundreds of abandoned hospitals in Asia which are said to be haunted; I'm interested in the more interesting ones though.
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Maybe in an island called Corregidor Ruins in the Philippines or the abandoned hospital in Clark, Pampanga, or there is a haunted hotel in Baguio City!
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Yes. Malinta Hospital, which is part of a long extensive tunnel maze under the mountain of Corregidor Island in the Philippines, was the structure where American and Filipino soldiers were being treated for gunshot wounds and other wounds caused by the Japanese war against the United States (Philippines was previously an American colony). Needless to say, thousands of soldiers died there. When the Malinta Tunnel was eventually opened, and made into a Light and Sound Show (with most of the things untouched), people say that they have an eerie feeling when they get there. The part of the tunnel which is a hospital was virtually cordoned off, being at the very distant part of the tunnel. People say they still hear screams, shrieks, and chains there - mostly Americans, and seeing spirits or ghosts is a fairly common occurrence. Howls also predominate at night which is why the Tunnel is closed just before the sun sets. It is one of the major hospitals in Asia during the World War II.
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Old Changi Hospital – once a military hospital in Singapore before being closed down some years ago, this hospital is the most haunted spot in Asia’s most ghost-ridden city. The morgue is a particular hot spot for ghost sightings of the headless and footless kind. Recently, plans have been drawn out to convert the area into a spa resort.
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I remember getting a link to a gallery of some old hospital or asylum that is said to be haunted. I can't remember the link or the country though. I'm aware that there may be hundreds of abandoned hospitals in Asia which are said to be haunted; I'm interested in the more interesting ones though.
Other - Asia Pacific - 3 Answers
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Maybe in an island called Corregidor Ruins in the Philippines or the abandoned hospital in Clark, Pampanga, or there is a haunted hotel in Baguio City!
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Yes. Malinta Hospital, which is part of a long extensive tunnel maze under the mountain of Corregidor Island in the Philippines, was the structure where American and Filipino soldiers were being treated for gunshot wounds and other wounds caused by the Japanese war against the United States (Philippines was previously an American colony). Needless to say, thousands of soldiers died there. When the Malinta Tunnel was eventually opened, and made into a Light and Sound Show (with most of the things untouched), people say that they have an eerie feeling when they get there. The part of the tunnel which is a hospital was virtually cordoned off, being at the very distant part of the tunnel. People say they still hear screams, shrieks, and chains there - mostly Americans, and seeing spirits or ghosts is a fairly common occurrence. Howls also predominate at night which is why the Tunnel is closed just before the sun sets. It is one of the major hospitals in Asia during the World War II.
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Old Changi Hospital – once a military hospital in Singapore before being closed down some years ago, this hospital is the most haunted spot in Asia’s most ghost-ridden city. The morgue is a particular hot spot for ghost sightings of the headless and footless kind. Recently, plans have been drawn out to convert the area into a spa resort.
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Saturday, November 28, 2009
What is the cheapest country in Southeast Asia to get a divorce in?
What is the cheapest country in Southeast Asia to get a divorce in?
What is the cheapest country in Southeast Asia to get a divorce in?
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Indonesia everything is cheap. Goodness you can buy anything for 20 percent of the cost elsewhere.
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What is the cheapest country in Southeast Asia to get a divorce in?
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Indonesia everything is cheap. Goodness you can buy anything for 20 percent of the cost elsewhere.
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Saturday, November 14, 2009
What is that movie with the 2 american girls who go somewhere to asia and get caught with drugs and go to jail?
What is that movie with the 2 american girls who go somewhere to asia and get caught with drugs and go to jail?
They end up traveling somewhere in asia, not sure where, and get caught with drugs. They then end up going to a harsh jail. What is that name of that movie?
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Brokedown Palace (with Kate Beckinsale and Claire Danes)
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They end up traveling somewhere in asia, not sure where, and get caught with drugs. They then end up going to a harsh jail. What is that name of that movie?
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Brokedown Palace (with Kate Beckinsale and Claire Danes)
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Saturday, November 7, 2009
Is it cheaper to book flights in Asia directly in the airlines' ticket offices or on their websites?
Is it cheaper to book flights in Asia directly in the airlines' ticket offices or on their websites?
Especially for last minute tickets, is it better (and price-wise also) to book in the ticketing office of the airline itself (when you are already in Asia, for example the ticketing offices or booths in airports) or on their website?
Air Travel - 1 Answers
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I live in Asia and you never know for sure, it wouldn't hurt to check the website before you buy at a ticket office. It depends on the airline, where you're going and the seat availability on the particular flight you want. For most of the budget airlines here, you can buy a last minute ticket for a pretty good fare, and some of the major airlines also will discount fares when they know the flight won't be full for last-minute travel. But like almost everywhere, advance purchase is usally the best way to go.
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Especially for last minute tickets, is it better (and price-wise also) to book in the ticketing office of the airline itself (when you are already in Asia, for example the ticketing offices or booths in airports) or on their website?
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I live in Asia and you never know for sure, it wouldn't hurt to check the website before you buy at a ticket office. It depends on the airline, where you're going and the seat availability on the particular flight you want. For most of the budget airlines here, you can buy a last minute ticket for a pretty good fare, and some of the major airlines also will discount fares when they know the flight won't be full for last-minute travel. But like almost everywhere, advance purchase is usally the best way to go.
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Sunday, November 1, 2009
What are the most underdeveloped countries in Asia or South America?
What are the most underdeveloped countries in Asia or South America?
Actually it doesn't have to be Asia or South America, but anywhere other than Africa. It can be islands too. Please give your opinion.
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In Asia from my humble opinion: Burma, Laos, Cambodia, Philippines and India. In South America pretty much everywhere; at least in Asia we have our own developed countries unlike South America/Central America. I don't know any popular inventions coming from there at all.
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Actually it doesn't have to be Asia or South America, but anywhere other than Africa. It can be islands too. Please give your opinion.
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In Asia from my humble opinion: Burma, Laos, Cambodia, Philippines and India. In South America pretty much everywhere; at least in Asia we have our own developed countries unlike South America/Central America. I don't know any popular inventions coming from there at all.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Why US movies often released earlier in Asia than other continents?
Why US movies often released earlier in Asia than other continents?
I noticed a lot of US movies especially big budget type are often released earlier in Asia. Why is it so? For example, Thor movie will be released on 28 April 2011 in one of the Asia countries, however in US, the movie will be released on 6 May 2011.
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Simply because the movie originated from Us,therefor,they have the right to watch it first. If you bought a pizza,would you let your friends eat first?
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Ehhh... it's actually to counter pirating the movie. You see, if you show it in Asia first then there's a higher chance many will go to theatres to see it, but if you show it first in the US then illegal pirating individuals would've leaked the movie online and nobody needs to pay to see the movie any more. That's not to say pirating does not exist in the US, but some Asian countries do have loose copyright protection policies .....
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I noticed a lot of US movies especially big budget type are often released earlier in Asia. Why is it so? For example, Thor movie will be released on 28 April 2011 in one of the Asia countries, however in US, the movie will be released on 6 May 2011.
Movies - 2 Answers
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Simply because the movie originated from Us,therefor,they have the right to watch it first. If you bought a pizza,would you let your friends eat first?
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Ehhh... it's actually to counter pirating the movie. You see, if you show it in Asia first then there's a higher chance many will go to theatres to see it, but if you show it first in the US then illegal pirating individuals would've leaked the movie online and nobody needs to pay to see the movie any more. That's not to say pirating does not exist in the US, but some Asian countries do have loose copyright protection policies .....
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Where can I find out more about Asia Pacific financial regulatory framework?
| Where can I find out more about Asia Pacific financial regulatory framework? My professor has asked me to do some research on the Asia Pacific regulatory framework especially regarding the regulatory issues regarding Custodian Banks. I am having a hard time finding any type of centralized information sources for this topic. Any help would be appreciated! Other - Business & Finance - 1 Answers Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions : 1 : Try http://www.wikipedia.org/ this would help you with all the details you need for the topic.. |
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
How do i plan a trip to asia with several cities?
how do i plan a trip to asia with several cities?
we are planning a trip to asia, with several cities in mind. we have four weeks of vacation to plan and im having a hard time finding a site or information on how to plan it out. we are hoping to leave the second week in december and returning four weeks after that. we want to go to the philippines and thailand and want to see what the cost is going to be as well as all our options for tours and sightseeing.
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use an online travel guide to asia
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It will be better if you buy round trip ticket from a US city to a city in Asia (to save some money). Then get plane tickets from that city to wherever you wanna go. For example: I'm flying from Florida to Jakarta round trip. Then from Jakarta, I'll buy tickets to go to Singapore and Malaysia (Jkt-Sing-KL-Jkt).Back to Jakarta, buy ticket to Bali (Jkt-Bali). So if you want, you can buy a ticket to Phillipines, then fly to Thailand from there, with local airlines.
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I have flown to the Philippines from Bangkok several times. Getting the plane ticket in Bangkok was no real problem at all. Purchase a round trip ticket to Bangkok, spend about a week or so there and then fly to Manila and visit there for a while, then fly back to Thailand for the rest of your trip. You could also fly to Manila first and then hit Thailand but I think it is easier and maybe cheaper to do Bangkok first. A flight on Thai air will might be around $300-$350 (depending on the season) for an economy ticket, discount airlines a little bit cheaper. The discount airlines may land at Clark Airport at Angeles City not Manila. Thailand is a little bit easier for getting plane tickets to other countries, lots of travel agencies with prices for flights to many places. In Bangkok you can easily get tours to many places. Go to a travel agency and check out their menu selection of tours. Lots of tours to choose from. Real easy! Hotels in Bangkok will be a little cheaper than Manila. Some travel agencies can set you up with plane tickets and hotel rooms too! Start with your plane tickets to Thailand. In Thailand buy your plane tickets to Manila (or if a discount airline to Clark) then set up your hotels. If you need recommendations for hotels you have to mention what your budget is in dollars or baht. Clark to Manila is around 2 or 3 hours by bus. Taxi is not too cheap, maybe $50 US. Bus is around $3 US. (Pay in PHP of course.) Travel agents in Manila can set you up with tours same as Bangkok, they will be a little more expensive than Thailand. Beer is cheaper in Manila if that is an consolation! You do need to get a passport if you don't have one presently. How many days you are allowed in Thailand or the Philippines depends on the passport you hold. PS Where are you flying from? Just noticed that you want to be in the Philippines in December. Caution - that month is one of the hardest times to get hotels in Manila. Many Filipinos return home from work in other countries and many hotels have full bookings! Thailand is busy this time too! This is high season! Good luck.
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If you are looking for all in one spot. Probably but, it depends on what you are looking for. A good thai website for all things is: www.thaiwebsite.com here is the Philippine Tourism and convention site: http://www.dotpcvc.gov.ph/ A couple sites for planning a multi stop trip are: www.kayak.com www.sidestep.com It takes knowing where you want to go and then going from there. Good luck
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Usually, people start north. From Hong Kong, then take a plane to Bangkok in thailand - then KualaLumpur in malaysia, then Singapore (via a causeway from malaysia, which takes about 20 minutes), then Jakarta in indonesia. For these trips, it is best for you to research extensively on the countries yourself, and plan the route properly
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we are planning a trip to asia, with several cities in mind. we have four weeks of vacation to plan and im having a hard time finding a site or information on how to plan it out. we are hoping to leave the second week in december and returning four weeks after that. we want to go to the philippines and thailand and want to see what the cost is going to be as well as all our options for tours and sightseeing.
Thailand - 5 Answers
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use an online travel guide to asia
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It will be better if you buy round trip ticket from a US city to a city in Asia (to save some money). Then get plane tickets from that city to wherever you wanna go. For example: I'm flying from Florida to Jakarta round trip. Then from Jakarta, I'll buy tickets to go to Singapore and Malaysia (Jkt-Sing-KL-Jkt).Back to Jakarta, buy ticket to Bali (Jkt-Bali). So if you want, you can buy a ticket to Phillipines, then fly to Thailand from there, with local airlines.
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I have flown to the Philippines from Bangkok several times. Getting the plane ticket in Bangkok was no real problem at all. Purchase a round trip ticket to Bangkok, spend about a week or so there and then fly to Manila and visit there for a while, then fly back to Thailand for the rest of your trip. You could also fly to Manila first and then hit Thailand but I think it is easier and maybe cheaper to do Bangkok first. A flight on Thai air will might be around $300-$350 (depending on the season) for an economy ticket, discount airlines a little bit cheaper. The discount airlines may land at Clark Airport at Angeles City not Manila. Thailand is a little bit easier for getting plane tickets to other countries, lots of travel agencies with prices for flights to many places. In Bangkok you can easily get tours to many places. Go to a travel agency and check out their menu selection of tours. Lots of tours to choose from. Real easy! Hotels in Bangkok will be a little cheaper than Manila. Some travel agencies can set you up with plane tickets and hotel rooms too! Start with your plane tickets to Thailand. In Thailand buy your plane tickets to Manila (or if a discount airline to Clark) then set up your hotels. If you need recommendations for hotels you have to mention what your budget is in dollars or baht. Clark to Manila is around 2 or 3 hours by bus. Taxi is not too cheap, maybe $50 US. Bus is around $3 US. (Pay in PHP of course.) Travel agents in Manila can set you up with tours same as Bangkok, they will be a little more expensive than Thailand. Beer is cheaper in Manila if that is an consolation! You do need to get a passport if you don't have one presently. How many days you are allowed in Thailand or the Philippines depends on the passport you hold. PS Where are you flying from? Just noticed that you want to be in the Philippines in December. Caution - that month is one of the hardest times to get hotels in Manila. Many Filipinos return home from work in other countries and many hotels have full bookings! Thailand is busy this time too! This is high season! Good luck.
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If you are looking for all in one spot. Probably but, it depends on what you are looking for. A good thai website for all things is: www.thaiwebsite.com here is the Philippine Tourism and convention site: http://www.dotpcvc.gov.ph/ A couple sites for planning a multi stop trip are: www.kayak.com www.sidestep.com It takes knowing where you want to go and then going from there. Good luck
5 :
Usually, people start north. From Hong Kong, then take a plane to Bangkok in thailand - then KualaLumpur in malaysia, then Singapore (via a causeway from malaysia, which takes about 20 minutes), then Jakarta in indonesia. For these trips, it is best for you to research extensively on the countries yourself, and plan the route properly
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Thursday, October 1, 2009
What is a good country to travel in south asia for a tourist?
What is a good country to travel in south asia for a tourist?
I mean south asia. Not South east and east asia. Somewhere not too large, and easy to get around and a variety of things to see. Preferably beaches/ culture/ waterfalls etc.
Other - Asia Pacific - 3 Answers
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Maldives or Sri Lanka http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maldives http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Lanka
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MALAYSIA I think they have No 3 world best beach can't remember the name sorry. But you can find out more in here really good site for tourist: http://www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my/
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INDIA is good for explore the things you want . itis variety of culture,religions,customs wearing dresses, languages,monuments and interesting places. if you want to more about INDIA plz e-mail me on my id kaluria@hotmail.com pleasure to answer you.
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I mean south asia. Not South east and east asia. Somewhere not too large, and easy to get around and a variety of things to see. Preferably beaches/ culture/ waterfalls etc.
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Maldives or Sri Lanka http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maldives http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Lanka
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MALAYSIA I think they have No 3 world best beach can't remember the name sorry. But you can find out more in here really good site for tourist: http://www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my/
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INDIA is good for explore the things you want . itis variety of culture,religions,customs wearing dresses, languages,monuments and interesting places. if you want to more about INDIA plz e-mail me on my id kaluria@hotmail.com pleasure to answer you.
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Monday, September 28, 2009
Why is Eastern Europe and Central Asia home to the most rapidly expanding HIV epidemic?
Why is Eastern Europe and Central Asia home to the most rapidly expanding HIV epidemic?
Russia is a developed nation, yet it is still suffering this rapid epidemic... Why? And why are there not the preventative methods and treatments available to Eastern Europe and Central Asia that are available in the West?
Infectious Diseases - 1 Answers
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Eastern Europe do not want to deal with this problem and that is why it is so wide spread. They do not recognize the seriousness of the problem.
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Russia is a developed nation, yet it is still suffering this rapid epidemic... Why? And why are there not the preventative methods and treatments available to Eastern Europe and Central Asia that are available in the West?
Infectious Diseases - 1 Answers
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Eastern Europe do not want to deal with this problem and that is why it is so wide spread. They do not recognize the seriousness of the problem.
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Monday, September 14, 2009
How do the monsoons and the mountains influence the climate in South Asia?
How do the monsoons and the mountains influence the climate in South Asia?
How do the monsoons and the mountains influence the climate in South Asia? Include in your answer an analysis of how monsoons can be responsible for survival and hardship in this region.
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monsoons are a major factor in controlling the climate of s-e asia. agriculture in india is controlled by monsoons. in india we get 'south west monsoon winds' and 'north east monsoon winds' .s-e monsoons are the winds that bring major moisture to india. they blow during summers. it is the south east 'trade' winds which cross the equator and become s-w monsoons.(ferrel's law). picking up moisture from the arabian sea. n-e monsoons are experienced during winters. the give rain only in some part of india esp. coromandel coast. himalays are an important relief feature for s-e asia they block the cold 'siberian wind's to enter. thus preventing the region from becoming a cold desert. they also block the s-w monsoon winds and prevent them from going away. they aare forced to shed all the moisture in india . himalyan range acts as a barrier for these winds. mountains are also home for wildlife and rare plants. enjoy!!
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How do the monsoons and the mountains influence the climate in South Asia? Include in your answer an analysis of how monsoons can be responsible for survival and hardship in this region.
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monsoons are a major factor in controlling the climate of s-e asia. agriculture in india is controlled by monsoons. in india we get 'south west monsoon winds' and 'north east monsoon winds' .s-e monsoons are the winds that bring major moisture to india. they blow during summers. it is the south east 'trade' winds which cross the equator and become s-w monsoons.(ferrel's law). picking up moisture from the arabian sea. n-e monsoons are experienced during winters. the give rain only in some part of india esp. coromandel coast. himalays are an important relief feature for s-e asia they block the cold 'siberian wind's to enter. thus preventing the region from becoming a cold desert. they also block the s-w monsoon winds and prevent them from going away. they aare forced to shed all the moisture in india . himalyan range acts as a barrier for these winds. mountains are also home for wildlife and rare plants. enjoy!!
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Monday, September 7, 2009
What are some reasons to visit Asia than compared visiting Europe?
What are some reasons to visit Asia than compared visiting Europe?
My Parents want to do a Europe tour but I really want to go to Asia. They want reasoning because they say Europe has more culture, but I disagree. Thanks !
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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i think asia has more cultures than europe because asia has an arab culture( lebanon), south east asian culture ( malaysian), east asian culture ( japanese) and south asian culture ( indian). So i reckon that you go to asia it is more exciting and lots to explore.
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I think Asia. If you're not Asian that is!! Asian culture is TOTALLY different to any Western culture you can experience. The lifestyles in many Asian countries are different, traditions, holidays, even just daily things that a person from an Asian country does, which a Westerner wouldn't realise is a long standing tradition. However, all nationalities have their own culture which is never entirely the same as ours, so even if you don't want to go to Europe that much, it will still be an exciting and interesting experience.
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as asia have more culture shock,while europe has almost the same culture and race,while in asia ,there has india,chinese,malay,arab and japanese.each has different kind of culture that you can explore.in asia you can luxury shopping in singapore,hong kong and tokyo and budget shopping in bangkok and jarkata,asia also has very good beaches you can relax such as bali and maldives.or religious place you can just explore like tibet,nepal,bhutan or india?even thought i love europe but in reality asia is a must explore place in the world!dun wait just go asia and live your whole life just to explore whole asia?
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yes I agree. In my opinion, asia has a lot of culture compared to the continent of Europe, a wide variety of arts including dance, drawing (tattoos, paintings), wooden sculptures, weapons and traditional celebrations, and others. The place is also still natural, so many areas that are rarely or never even encroached upon humans because the terrain is difficult and hidden. But the most important in Asia is still a lot of forests and trees so that the air is fresh and the people are friendly society. http://www.shvoong.com/travel/adventure/2019607-save-makotek/
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My Parents want to do a Europe tour but I really want to go to Asia. They want reasoning because they say Europe has more culture, but I disagree. Thanks !
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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i think asia has more cultures than europe because asia has an arab culture( lebanon), south east asian culture ( malaysian), east asian culture ( japanese) and south asian culture ( indian). So i reckon that you go to asia it is more exciting and lots to explore.
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I think Asia. If you're not Asian that is!! Asian culture is TOTALLY different to any Western culture you can experience. The lifestyles in many Asian countries are different, traditions, holidays, even just daily things that a person from an Asian country does, which a Westerner wouldn't realise is a long standing tradition. However, all nationalities have their own culture which is never entirely the same as ours, so even if you don't want to go to Europe that much, it will still be an exciting and interesting experience.
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as asia have more culture shock,while europe has almost the same culture and race,while in asia ,there has india,chinese,malay,arab and japanese.each has different kind of culture that you can explore.in asia you can luxury shopping in singapore,hong kong and tokyo and budget shopping in bangkok and jarkata,asia also has very good beaches you can relax such as bali and maldives.or religious place you can just explore like tibet,nepal,bhutan or india?even thought i love europe but in reality asia is a must explore place in the world!dun wait just go asia and live your whole life just to explore whole asia?
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yes I agree. In my opinion, asia has a lot of culture compared to the continent of Europe, a wide variety of arts including dance, drawing (tattoos, paintings), wooden sculptures, weapons and traditional celebrations, and others. The place is also still natural, so many areas that are rarely or never even encroached upon humans because the terrain is difficult and hidden. But the most important in Asia is still a lot of forests and trees so that the air is fresh and the people are friendly society. http://www.shvoong.com/travel/adventure/2019607-save-makotek/
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Tuesday, September 1, 2009
What is the best country in Southeast Asia?
What is the best country in Southeast Asia?
Give the Facts: 1. The best in Military Power. 2. The most richest city in SE Asia. 3. The most populous country in SE Asia 4. The Most Developed Country in SE Asia 5. The Best President or Prime Minister in SE Asia and Why? Best Answer will be chosen by me.
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southeast_Asia
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Philippines. My wife was from there. I like it when i stayed with her and her family.
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Well South Asia consists of India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Nepal but NOT the Philippines. I would say India is a better place to live in but all of the other three countries are also good. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India
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only india..........................
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Give the Facts: 1. The best in Military Power. 2. The most richest city in SE Asia. 3. The most populous country in SE Asia 4. The Most Developed Country in SE Asia 5. The Best President or Prime Minister in SE Asia and Why? Best Answer will be chosen by me.
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southeast_Asia
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Philippines. My wife was from there. I like it when i stayed with her and her family.
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Well South Asia consists of India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Nepal but NOT the Philippines. I would say India is a better place to live in but all of the other three countries are also good. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India
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only india..........................
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Friday, August 28, 2009
What age do people in Asia usually start dating?
What age do people in Asia usually start dating?
What age do people in Asia usually start dating?
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We are conservative. Such questions cannot be answered.
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Asia is a very big place and includes, China, Japan, Phillipines and Uzbekerstan. Muslim girls don't date, while Japanese girls can legally have sex at a very young age. In China it depends on where you are, many highschool students are dating, and others wait until later. Japan might be famous for tentacle porn but many country girls are very conservative. So can you be more specific in your location.
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you can see students dating in their jr high school, sr high school..exchanging love letters http://malaysia.answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Ak0xKVmIDziwNZxacq3qFZ.4QAx.;_ylv=3?qid=20100322211336AAVEJaH
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Hi what is up? I am a Japanese person. Probably around 25.
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I lived in Tokyo. mostly around 15. and high-school students love a party w/ alcohol. (but legal age for drinking is 20 or older ) I'm not sure it is same or not in other city.
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What age do people in Asia usually start dating?
Japan - 5 Answers
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We are conservative. Such questions cannot be answered.
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Asia is a very big place and includes, China, Japan, Phillipines and Uzbekerstan. Muslim girls don't date, while Japanese girls can legally have sex at a very young age. In China it depends on where you are, many highschool students are dating, and others wait until later. Japan might be famous for tentacle porn but many country girls are very conservative. So can you be more specific in your location.
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you can see students dating in their jr high school, sr high school..exchanging love letters http://malaysia.answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Ak0xKVmIDziwNZxacq3qFZ.4QAx.;_ylv=3?qid=20100322211336AAVEJaH
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Hi what is up? I am a Japanese person. Probably around 25.
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I lived in Tokyo. mostly around 15. and high-school students love a party w/ alcohol. (but legal age for drinking is 20 or older ) I'm not sure it is same or not in other city.
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Friday, August 14, 2009
Give me some facts about asia and europe during the renaissance?
Give me some facts about asia and europe during the renaissance?
Every time i type in renaissance in the search engine, it pops up with things about the renaissance hotel. I don't really need facts about europe, but please give me some about Asia!! I cant find anything on it!
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Here
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I don't think Asia went through the renaissance like Europe did.
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Type in Italian Renaissance, Renaissance Art in advanced search, so the words can't be separated... As far as Asia, you'll find very little - why? Because Asia was in isolationist mode - which is exactly why Polo and others had to trek TO asia to bring back so many remarkable things that were contributory (by no means exclusive) to AWAKENING Europe.
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Every time i type in renaissance in the search engine, it pops up with things about the renaissance hotel. I don't really need facts about europe, but please give me some about Asia!! I cant find anything on it!
History - 3 Answers
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Here
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I don't think Asia went through the renaissance like Europe did.
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Type in Italian Renaissance, Renaissance Art in advanced search, so the words can't be separated... As far as Asia, you'll find very little - why? Because Asia was in isolationist mode - which is exactly why Polo and others had to trek TO asia to bring back so many remarkable things that were contributory (by no means exclusive) to AWAKENING Europe.
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Friday, August 7, 2009
How can I go to Asia to train in the martial arts?
How can I go to Asia to train in the martial arts?
I'm on a gap year, and I'm trying to do interesting things. Do you guys know of any ways I can go to some part of Asia and train in a martial art? I'd live there for a while, and money really isn't an issue. P.S. I've been doing Taekwondo for five years, so I have a little experience.
Martial Arts - 8 Answers
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go to china korea or go japan although they have different stiles
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how about a jet? or maybe a boat
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travel. but u have to be good tho
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Buy a plane ticket to South Korea, get a job there and just find a reputable guy.
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Find a training hall. Ask if you may train with them. Keep trying until you get a yes (or a "hai", or a "shi de", or a "ye", or a "ya", or a "chı̀", or a "vâng", or some other way of saying yes).
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You can train in Kung Fu in China: http://www.wushuschool.com/ You can train Tai Chi in China: http://chenbing.org/english/house.php You can contact them through their website if you are interested. This is Korean SunMuDo http://sunmudo.net/?page_id=2&lang=jp Wudang http://www.wudanggongfu.com/ I imagine there is something for TaekWonDo too. Just don't have the connections in that area. Sorry.
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I'm currently in Thailand training Muay Thai and I'd recommend it to anyone. There are plenty of schools to choose from and all the instructors that I've met have had atleast 50+ fights each, so they know what they're doing. The people here are so friendly and the weather is beautiful around this time of the year. If you need more convincing to train muay thai look at the sites below, theyll give you a good idea of what muay thai is about and theyll give you an idea of what its like living in Thailand (great)
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Make sure u have money saved up and do some research on schools and a style u want to kearn. I know in China the schools accept foreign students. With only 1 year of training u will NOT completely learn a MA. It takes a few years to learn the full curriculum.
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I'm on a gap year, and I'm trying to do interesting things. Do you guys know of any ways I can go to some part of Asia and train in a martial art? I'd live there for a while, and money really isn't an issue. P.S. I've been doing Taekwondo for five years, so I have a little experience.
Martial Arts - 8 Answers
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go to china korea or go japan although they have different stiles
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how about a jet? or maybe a boat
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travel. but u have to be good tho
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Buy a plane ticket to South Korea, get a job there and just find a reputable guy.
5 :
Find a training hall. Ask if you may train with them. Keep trying until you get a yes (or a "hai", or a "shi de", or a "ye", or a "ya", or a "chı̀", or a "vâng", or some other way of saying yes).
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You can train in Kung Fu in China: http://www.wushuschool.com/ You can train Tai Chi in China: http://chenbing.org/english/house.php You can contact them through their website if you are interested. This is Korean SunMuDo http://sunmudo.net/?page_id=2&lang=jp Wudang http://www.wudanggongfu.com/ I imagine there is something for TaekWonDo too. Just don't have the connections in that area. Sorry.
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I'm currently in Thailand training Muay Thai and I'd recommend it to anyone. There are plenty of schools to choose from and all the instructors that I've met have had atleast 50+ fights each, so they know what they're doing. The people here are so friendly and the weather is beautiful around this time of the year. If you need more convincing to train muay thai look at the sites below, theyll give you a good idea of what muay thai is about and theyll give you an idea of what its like living in Thailand (great)
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Make sure u have money saved up and do some research on schools and a style u want to kearn. I know in China the schools accept foreign students. With only 1 year of training u will NOT completely learn a MA. It takes a few years to learn the full curriculum.
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Saturday, August 1, 2009
How much money should I save to go to southeast Asia for a month?
How much money should I save to go to southeast Asia for a month?
Me and my best friend are planning to take a trip to Asia this summer. We mainly want to go to Thailand. I was wondering how much you guys think that this will cost? We aren't big spenders, and can live pretty cheaply, but definitely want to stay on the safe side. I was in Thailand a few years ago, but I'm sure things have changed. Any ideas? Thanks!
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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Hello I am also planning on going to Thailand/ S.E Asia for all summer ! email me if you want to travel together! if ur interested... Sincer, NN
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well, im not sure about thailand, but in Philippines its about $923(not included Airfare) depend of how many days, and what specific place. good for 2 person, Food is not expensive well for me its cheap,.. But hotel are quite expensive for 4 - 5 star 3 star- reasonable, depends on location, and season peak season on southeast asia including thailand is from march - may expect hotels are expensive well its just like the same when it comes to thailand, the currency exchange rate are just same..
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Ask questions related to travel on http://travellerwolf.com/ Home for the travelling wolves :) Open Travel forum and start asking questions.
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You can stay in rooms in Thailand from about 5 US dollars per night for a fan with shared bathroom. Depending how luxury you want it to be. A cheap aircon room would be about 15 dollars. Eating in Thailand can be very cheap, Fried rice would be about 2 dollars and drinks about 80 cents. If you travel by bus you can travel cheap. If you travelk to other countries such as Cambodia and Laos you have to buy a visa upon arrival whicht is about 35 for Laos and 20 for Cambodia.
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Me and my best friend are planning to take a trip to Asia this summer. We mainly want to go to Thailand. I was wondering how much you guys think that this will cost? We aren't big spenders, and can live pretty cheaply, but definitely want to stay on the safe side. I was in Thailand a few years ago, but I'm sure things have changed. Any ideas? Thanks!
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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Hello I am also planning on going to Thailand/ S.E Asia for all summer ! email me if you want to travel together! if ur interested... Sincer, NN
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well, im not sure about thailand, but in Philippines its about $923(not included Airfare) depend of how many days, and what specific place. good for 2 person, Food is not expensive well for me its cheap,.. But hotel are quite expensive for 4 - 5 star 3 star- reasonable, depends on location, and season peak season on southeast asia including thailand is from march - may expect hotels are expensive well its just like the same when it comes to thailand, the currency exchange rate are just same..
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Ask questions related to travel on http://travellerwolf.com/ Home for the travelling wolves :) Open Travel forum and start asking questions.
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You can stay in rooms in Thailand from about 5 US dollars per night for a fan with shared bathroom. Depending how luxury you want it to be. A cheap aircon room would be about 15 dollars. Eating in Thailand can be very cheap, Fried rice would be about 2 dollars and drinks about 80 cents. If you travel by bus you can travel cheap. If you travelk to other countries such as Cambodia and Laos you have to buy a visa upon arrival whicht is about 35 for Laos and 20 for Cambodia.
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Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Why did Europeans become interested in exploring a direct route to Asia that bypasses the Mediterranean?
Why did Europeans become interested in exploring a direct route to Asia that bypasses the Mediterranean?
a. They sought a land free of religious persecution. b. They wanted direct access to the riches of Asia and desired a crusade against the Muslims. c. They hoped to develop trade relations with Muslim merchants. d. They thought a direct route would allow trader cartographers to make accurate maps of the regions. thank u so much=)
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b
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a. They sought a land free of religious persecution. b. They wanted direct access to the riches of Asia and desired a crusade against the Muslims. c. They hoped to develop trade relations with Muslim merchants. d. They thought a direct route would allow trader cartographers to make accurate maps of the regions. thank u so much=)
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Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Is furniture made in Southeast Asia of good quality?
Is furniture made in Southeast Asia of good quality?
I am considering buying a bedroom set made by Magnussen Home. The set is made in Vietnam of solid hardwood. I am a little concerned that it my not be of great quality. I don't want to buy it if it is going to be a piece of junk that falls apart. Is furniture made in Southeast Asia of good quality? Or does the quality of the furniture depend more on material and quality of construction than it does on where it was built?
Decorating & Remodeling - 2 Answers
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They have a lot of pride in their workmanship, it will probably be hand made. No doubt it will be far superior than American made furniture.
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I am in the furniture business and do carry Magnussen. 95% of all case goods are made there now. They make some very well built furniture. All dove tail joints on the drawers. Nice wood on wood guides. And very nice carvings on there pieces. What group are you interested in? The Valenza and Reflections are my favorites from them. Don't worry about where it is made just look at how it's made.
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I am considering buying a bedroom set made by Magnussen Home. The set is made in Vietnam of solid hardwood. I am a little concerned that it my not be of great quality. I don't want to buy it if it is going to be a piece of junk that falls apart. Is furniture made in Southeast Asia of good quality? Or does the quality of the furniture depend more on material and quality of construction than it does on where it was built?
Decorating & Remodeling - 2 Answers
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They have a lot of pride in their workmanship, it will probably be hand made. No doubt it will be far superior than American made furniture.
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I am in the furniture business and do carry Magnussen. 95% of all case goods are made there now. They make some very well built furniture. All dove tail joints on the drawers. Nice wood on wood guides. And very nice carvings on there pieces. What group are you interested in? The Valenza and Reflections are my favorites from them. Don't worry about where it is made just look at how it's made.
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Tuesday, July 7, 2009
What do you think was the European trade impact on Asia?
What do you think was the European trade impact on Asia?
"Europe's trade impact on Asia: first impressions" From the very first, European interests and colonistys have always declared that trade with Asia brought considerably more benefits to Asia than negative impacts. Europeans argued that it brought commerce, jobs, and eventually education, hospitals and social improvement. So what do u think?
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It is hard to generalize lumping everyone together as European. Early countries such as Portugal and Holland made fortunes off the spice trade, and had little regard for the natives. However the British invested heavily in the infrastructure of modern day India and Malaysia, this helped both succeed. While countries like Vietnam and Indonesia failed, because of the lack of investment and training by their colonial rulers.
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"Europe's trade impact on Asia: first impressions" From the very first, European interests and colonistys have always declared that trade with Asia brought considerably more benefits to Asia than negative impacts. Europeans argued that it brought commerce, jobs, and eventually education, hospitals and social improvement. So what do u think?
History - 1 Answers
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It is hard to generalize lumping everyone together as European. Early countries such as Portugal and Holland made fortunes off the spice trade, and had little regard for the natives. However the British invested heavily in the infrastructure of modern day India and Malaysia, this helped both succeed. While countries like Vietnam and Indonesia failed, because of the lack of investment and training by their colonial rulers.
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Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Where is the cheapest place to fly to in east Asia from Los Angeles?
Where is the cheapest place to fly to in east Asia from Los Angeles?
I'm planning to travel and explore all over for many months in Asia, so I'd like to start in whatever city/country the cheapest airfare from Los Angeles leads me to. Thanks for helping!
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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Tailand
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I would recommend flying from Los Angeles to Taiwan Taoyuan Int. Airport (TPE) to start your adventure. It's nearer to LA than Bangkok by 1500miles and Kuala Lumpur by 2000+ miles, and from Taiwan you can travel from one Asian country to another using the services of Air Asia who are, not only cheap, but a great airline too. http://www.airasia.com/tw/en/home.html To get to Taiwan from LA you have a choice of Malaysia Airlines, Eva Air and China Airlines and in terms of price they are in the same order. Whatever you decide, have a great time as I'm sure you will.
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I'm planning to travel and explore all over for many months in Asia, so I'd like to start in whatever city/country the cheapest airfare from Los Angeles leads me to. Thanks for helping!
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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Tailand
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I would recommend flying from Los Angeles to Taiwan Taoyuan Int. Airport (TPE) to start your adventure. It's nearer to LA than Bangkok by 1500miles and Kuala Lumpur by 2000+ miles, and from Taiwan you can travel from one Asian country to another using the services of Air Asia who are, not only cheap, but a great airline too. http://www.airasia.com/tw/en/home.html To get to Taiwan from LA you have a choice of Malaysia Airlines, Eva Air and China Airlines and in terms of price they are in the same order. Whatever you decide, have a great time as I'm sure you will.
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Sunday, June 28, 2009
What's the difference between the Arabs of Asia and the Arabs of North Africa?
What's the difference between the Arabs of Asia and the Arabs of North Africa?
Hi everybody; In your opinion, what's the difference between the Arabs of Asia and those of North Africa? Are they same? Which kind is more opened to the world? Thank you!
Other - Cultures & Groups - 2 Answers
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The Lebanese & Syrians have a bit more EUROPEAN ancestry as well as ARAB (Middle-eastern) ancestry. North Africans tend to look the most "ETHNIC" ARAB. North AFRICAN Berbers of MOROCCO have some Sub-Saharan (black AFRICAN) ancestry.
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The Asian Arabs generally have Arab and European blood lines while the North African Arabs have a lot of Black, Arab and European blood (mainly Spanish, Portuguese and French). Most Asian Arabs have light skin from the European blood and wavy black hair from the Arab blood. And most North African Arabs (and when I say North African Arabs I mean North African Arabs and not Berbers) have really light skin from the Arab and European blood and kinky frizzy hair from the black blood. I don't know where the Asian Arabs got their European blood from but they probably got it because they traveled to different regions to spread islam and when they went to Europe they must have mixed with the locals or maybe its because the Arab countries of Asia are really close to Europe and blood must have been exchanged from region to region. The reason North African Arabs have black blood in them is because of centuries and centuries of trade in which Arabs from North Africa went further down south to West and East Africa and took many slaves and they mixed with them and married them. North African Arabs get their European blood because of the moorish invasion of Spain in which thousands and thousands of Arab North Africans invaded Spain and other parts of Europe (mainly France, Sicily and Portugal) to spread Islam and then they must have mixed with the locals. Then North African Arabs get their Arab blood because the Arabs from Asia conquered North Africa in 7th Century to spread Islam and they mixed with the natives. I should know because I'm Algerian. And thats the difference between Asian Arabs and North African Arabs.
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Hi everybody; In your opinion, what's the difference between the Arabs of Asia and those of North Africa? Are they same? Which kind is more opened to the world? Thank you!
Other - Cultures & Groups - 2 Answers
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The Lebanese & Syrians have a bit more EUROPEAN ancestry as well as ARAB (Middle-eastern) ancestry. North Africans tend to look the most "ETHNIC" ARAB. North AFRICAN Berbers of MOROCCO have some Sub-Saharan (black AFRICAN) ancestry.
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The Asian Arabs generally have Arab and European blood lines while the North African Arabs have a lot of Black, Arab and European blood (mainly Spanish, Portuguese and French). Most Asian Arabs have light skin from the European blood and wavy black hair from the Arab blood. And most North African Arabs (and when I say North African Arabs I mean North African Arabs and not Berbers) have really light skin from the Arab and European blood and kinky frizzy hair from the black blood. I don't know where the Asian Arabs got their European blood from but they probably got it because they traveled to different regions to spread islam and when they went to Europe they must have mixed with the locals or maybe its because the Arab countries of Asia are really close to Europe and blood must have been exchanged from region to region. The reason North African Arabs have black blood in them is because of centuries and centuries of trade in which Arabs from North Africa went further down south to West and East Africa and took many slaves and they mixed with them and married them. North African Arabs get their European blood because of the moorish invasion of Spain in which thousands and thousands of Arab North Africans invaded Spain and other parts of Europe (mainly France, Sicily and Portugal) to spread Islam and then they must have mixed with the locals. Then North African Arabs get their Arab blood because the Arabs from Asia conquered North Africa in 7th Century to spread Islam and they mixed with the natives. I should know because I'm Algerian. And thats the difference between Asian Arabs and North African Arabs.
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Sunday, June 14, 2009
What is the best/cheapest way to fly between Asia and Los Angeles?
What is the best/cheapest way to fly between Asia and Los Angeles?
I am planning to fly to Los Angeles from either Bangkok or Singapore next January. What is the best way to do this and are there any budget carriers that fly this route? Does flying between Asia and the U.S require a stopover in either Japan or Taiwan/Taipei or can you fly direct from Singapore/Bangkok?
Air Travel - 3 Answers
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Try Thai Airways or Malaysian Airlines
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The best way is not the cheapest. The cheapest way is never the best. Please make up your mind if you want best or cheap.
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I can definitely help... I would recommend checking out BookMe dot com. You can compare ALL the reputable travel sites, and save money. Good luck!
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I am planning to fly to Los Angeles from either Bangkok or Singapore next January. What is the best way to do this and are there any budget carriers that fly this route? Does flying between Asia and the U.S require a stopover in either Japan or Taiwan/Taipei or can you fly direct from Singapore/Bangkok?
Air Travel - 3 Answers
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Try Thai Airways or Malaysian Airlines
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The best way is not the cheapest. The cheapest way is never the best. Please make up your mind if you want best or cheap.
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I can definitely help... I would recommend checking out BookMe dot com. You can compare ALL the reputable travel sites, and save money. Good luck!
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Sunday, June 7, 2009
Southeast Asia if you want to get the heart of Southeast Asia?
What are the three countries to visit in Southeast Asia if you want to get the heart of Southeast Asia?
Ok, what are the only theree countries to visit in Southeast Asia? If you have to make choice which countries to visit and you also want to get thet heart of Southeast Asia, which country would you choose? Please give me some advice!
Other - Asia Pacific - 7 Answers
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Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia.
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Thailand, Bali ( Indonesia ), Malaysia ( I guess)
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Thailand, Cambodia, Laos
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I divide the South East Asian countries into 3 groups. 1st group consists of Laos, Cambodia ,Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam.Though they speak different languages but they have cultures which are rather quite similar. All of them are pre-dominantly Buddhist countries and buddhist cultures are prominent there eventhough , Vietnam is much more influenced by Chinese cultures. These are countries considered as mainland South East Asian countries. From this group, you may pick Cambodia as it is quite a laid back country unlike Thailand. You'll be to experience what a poor country in South East Asia is like. 2nd group is the Malay archipelago which consists of Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei. Malay and Islamic cultures are prominent in these countries eventhough there are big groups of non-Malays and non-Muslims there. The Malay language is widely spoken in all these countries. Overall, these 4 countries are more developed than those in mainland South East Asia ( except Thailand ). From this group, i would suggest that you pick Malaysia as the country is a multi cultural society , modern and has a lot of natural tourists sites to offer. 3rd group is the Chrisitan majority group. I put Philippines and East Timor under this group. Western cultures are prominent here. Philippines has strong Spanish culture while in East Timor , the Portuguese culture.is dominant. From this group, i suggest you choose Philippines as Philippines is a very vibrant society just like Spanish influenced societies whereas East Timor is a new country and is still a little isolated.
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Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia
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As an experienced traveller, chesney c gets it right. The Philippines is somewhat tamer than the rest of Asia in terms of culture, and you will experience considerably lesser culture shock here tha in elsewhere in Asia. It is also home to the Latins of Asia. The beaches and resorts here are also world-class - try Palawan, Boracay, and Caramoan Peninsula, which have been filmed by French travel channels. They won't go wrong, right?!
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I suggest Manila & Cebu Philippines if you want join new trend settler people. Old fashioner, go to rest of southeast asia.
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Ok, what are the only theree countries to visit in Southeast Asia? If you have to make choice which countries to visit and you also want to get thet heart of Southeast Asia, which country would you choose? Please give me some advice!
Other - Asia Pacific - 7 Answers
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Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia.
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Thailand, Bali ( Indonesia ), Malaysia ( I guess)
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Thailand, Cambodia, Laos
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I divide the South East Asian countries into 3 groups. 1st group consists of Laos, Cambodia ,Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam.Though they speak different languages but they have cultures which are rather quite similar. All of them are pre-dominantly Buddhist countries and buddhist cultures are prominent there eventhough , Vietnam is much more influenced by Chinese cultures. These are countries considered as mainland South East Asian countries. From this group, you may pick Cambodia as it is quite a laid back country unlike Thailand. You'll be to experience what a poor country in South East Asia is like. 2nd group is the Malay archipelago which consists of Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei. Malay and Islamic cultures are prominent in these countries eventhough there are big groups of non-Malays and non-Muslims there. The Malay language is widely spoken in all these countries. Overall, these 4 countries are more developed than those in mainland South East Asia ( except Thailand ). From this group, i would suggest that you pick Malaysia as the country is a multi cultural society , modern and has a lot of natural tourists sites to offer. 3rd group is the Chrisitan majority group. I put Philippines and East Timor under this group. Western cultures are prominent here. Philippines has strong Spanish culture while in East Timor , the Portuguese culture.is dominant. From this group, i suggest you choose Philippines as Philippines is a very vibrant society just like Spanish influenced societies whereas East Timor is a new country and is still a little isolated.
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Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia
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As an experienced traveller, chesney c gets it right. The Philippines is somewhat tamer than the rest of Asia in terms of culture, and you will experience considerably lesser culture shock here tha in elsewhere in Asia. It is also home to the Latins of Asia. The beaches and resorts here are also world-class - try Palawan, Boracay, and Caramoan Peninsula, which have been filmed by French travel channels. They won't go wrong, right?!
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I suggest Manila & Cebu Philippines if you want join new trend settler people. Old fashioner, go to rest of southeast asia.
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Monday, June 1, 2009
What country would cheaper to fly into if I want to travel throughout Asia?
What country would cheaper to fly into if I want to travel throughout Asia?
I am planning to leave the U.S around October. November to travel around Asia but I am not quite sure which country would be cheaper to fly into as a start off point. Anywhere in Asia would be fine. Any ideas, suggestions and websites I can look into.
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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Hong Kong.
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I would recommend either Singapore or Malaysia and they are kind of the central hub to most Asian countries. Also, Air Asia airlines and Tiger Airways offer heavily discounted flight tickets around Asia, so these two countries are definitely great starting points. Have a look at the links below for more info.
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Malaysia & Singapore both of this country is Asia truly Asia. But Singapore has become a little bit to modernize so you can't really fell the Asian sensation and surrounding but Malaysia they are mix with modern and old. Plus if you wan to go around Asia Malaysia have this low cost airlines call Air Asia now fly to UK & Australia with reasonable price. FOR MORE INFO: MALAYSIA-http://www.tourism.gov.my/ SINGAPORE-http://www.visitsingapore.com/publish/stbportal/en/index.html P/S:Don't worry both of this countries are safe to travel.
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Actually it depends on what you want to get during your trip in Asia. The cheapest place to get ticket as a hub for Asia will be Bangkok. But if you book online, anywhere in Asia will be fine but Malaysia will be the best as Air Asia flies to many destination in Asia as well to Australia and UK, so its better for you to fly to Malaysia and fly to rest of the Asia. As you are flying from US, this is rather difficult if you want take an non-stop flight, as flights with 1 stop-over can be cheaper. Fly into Malaysia by Malaysia Airline will be good, as well as North-West Airline or United Airline to Singapore or Malaysia is also great. Those are cheaper options and if not Delta or American Airline can be considered, depending on where you are taking your flight in US, as price defers place to place and may differ greatly even thru different airports near the same area (eg. Newark & JFK, both serve NYC).
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I am planning to leave the U.S around October. November to travel around Asia but I am not quite sure which country would be cheaper to fly into as a start off point. Anywhere in Asia would be fine. Any ideas, suggestions and websites I can look into.
Other - Asia Pacific - 4 Answers
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Hong Kong.
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I would recommend either Singapore or Malaysia and they are kind of the central hub to most Asian countries. Also, Air Asia airlines and Tiger Airways offer heavily discounted flight tickets around Asia, so these two countries are definitely great starting points. Have a look at the links below for more info.
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Malaysia & Singapore both of this country is Asia truly Asia. But Singapore has become a little bit to modernize so you can't really fell the Asian sensation and surrounding but Malaysia they are mix with modern and old. Plus if you wan to go around Asia Malaysia have this low cost airlines call Air Asia now fly to UK & Australia with reasonable price. FOR MORE INFO: MALAYSIA-http://www.tourism.gov.my/ SINGAPORE-http://www.visitsingapore.com/publish/stbportal/en/index.html P/S:Don't worry both of this countries are safe to travel.
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Actually it depends on what you want to get during your trip in Asia. The cheapest place to get ticket as a hub for Asia will be Bangkok. But if you book online, anywhere in Asia will be fine but Malaysia will be the best as Air Asia flies to many destination in Asia as well to Australia and UK, so its better for you to fly to Malaysia and fly to rest of the Asia. As you are flying from US, this is rather difficult if you want take an non-stop flight, as flights with 1 stop-over can be cheaper. Fly into Malaysia by Malaysia Airline will be good, as well as North-West Airline or United Airline to Singapore or Malaysia is also great. Those are cheaper options and if not Delta or American Airline can be considered, depending on where you are taking your flight in US, as price defers place to place and may differ greatly even thru different airports near the same area (eg. Newark & JFK, both serve NYC).
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Thursday, May 28, 2009
Is it a good idea to go backpacking through Asia during this swine flu outbreak?
Is it a good idea to go backpacking through Asia during this swine flu outbreak?
I have been planning a year-long backpacking trip through East and Southeast Asia but now that there is a swine flu outbreak, with predictions that in the next 2 years 2 billion people will probably be infected, I am wondering if it is such a good idea. I really want to do this though and have been waiting for a long, long time to do it. What do others think? Thoughts? Comments? Advice?
Infectious Diseases - 2 Answers
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Swine flu is everywhere, i wouldnt go holiday atm
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thats an interesting question check out http://www.ehow.com/members/druid7-articles.html?sortby=DATE&sortorder=1
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I have been planning a year-long backpacking trip through East and Southeast Asia but now that there is a swine flu outbreak, with predictions that in the next 2 years 2 billion people will probably be infected, I am wondering if it is such a good idea. I really want to do this though and have been waiting for a long, long time to do it. What do others think? Thoughts? Comments? Advice?
Infectious Diseases - 2 Answers
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Swine flu is everywhere, i wouldnt go holiday atm
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thats an interesting question check out http://www.ehow.com/members/druid7-articles.html?sortby=DATE&sortorder=1
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Thursday, May 14, 2009
Which cities in Asia would give me the best chance of experiencing Asian culture?
Which cities in Asia would give me the best chance of experiencing Asian culture?
I know there are different cultures through out Asia, but my opportunities to travel are few and I would like to get a feel for the Asian world view. Thanks.
Other - Asia Pacific - 6 Answers
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Definitely Singapore. Singapore is clean, safe, modern, and advance Chinese, Malay, and Indian people live in Singapore. So, you can experience their food and culture. Also, English is spoken there, so you'll definitely have no communication problems. Singapore was known as "Instant Asia" in the past and you'll understand why.
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Manila Philippines - the best of all cultures.
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There is no such thing as a single Asian culture; There is no such thing as a single Asian world view; It is very naive of you to think that there is. If you finished your holiday in an Asian country thinking that you've had some profound insight into "The Asian World View", you'd be stupid.
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Cebu City or Vigan, Philippines!
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kuala lumpur, manila and singapore
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Go to Cambodia! And visit Angkor Wat
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I know there are different cultures through out Asia, but my opportunities to travel are few and I would like to get a feel for the Asian world view. Thanks.
Other - Asia Pacific - 6 Answers
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Definitely Singapore. Singapore is clean, safe, modern, and advance Chinese, Malay, and Indian people live in Singapore. So, you can experience their food and culture. Also, English is spoken there, so you'll definitely have no communication problems. Singapore was known as "Instant Asia" in the past and you'll understand why.
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Manila Philippines - the best of all cultures.
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There is no such thing as a single Asian culture; There is no such thing as a single Asian world view; It is very naive of you to think that there is. If you finished your holiday in an Asian country thinking that you've had some profound insight into "The Asian World View", you'd be stupid.
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Cebu City or Vigan, Philippines!
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kuala lumpur, manila and singapore
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Go to Cambodia! And visit Angkor Wat
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Thursday, May 7, 2009
Mall of Asia in Manila
What are the names of condominiums within walking distance to the Mall of Asia in Manila?
I know there is a new one right across the street from the Mall of Asia that has just been built but I can't remember the name of it. Are there many condominiums within walking distance to the Mall of Asia?
Philippines - 1 Answers
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I know there is a new one right across the street from the Mall of Asia that has just been built but I can't remember the name of it. YES it is called, ********************** Are there many condominiums within walking distance to the Mall of Asia? well as far i know,..there are known resident settlement in there not just CONDOMiniums from which you are concerned,. .i had a friend who lived at the backyard of MOA grounds,
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I know there is a new one right across the street from the Mall of Asia that has just been built but I can't remember the name of it. Are there many condominiums within walking distance to the Mall of Asia?
Philippines - 1 Answers
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I know there is a new one right across the street from the Mall of Asia that has just been built but I can't remember the name of it. YES it is called, ********************** Are there many condominiums within walking distance to the Mall of Asia? well as far i know,..there are known resident settlement in there not just CONDOMiniums from which you are concerned,. .i had a friend who lived at the backyard of MOA grounds,
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Friday, May 1, 2009
How will a United States economic collapse affect Asia?
How will a United States economic collapse affect Asia?
Apparently, from what I've heard the United States is headed for an economic collapse. What I want to know is how will an Economic Collapse affect Asia? According to Peter Schiff, Asian currency will rise as the US dollar falls. China is looking to be a world economic leader and would lead Asia. Also billionaire Jim Rogers has moved to Singapore and said that China is going to grow. Do any of you feel that any of this is true? What I want to know is how will Asia do if the United States collapses economically?
Economics - 7 Answers
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if you think they are poor countries wait until Americans stop buying Tvs and cars from Asia! then watch it fall wow!
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If the US fails we will throw another atom bomb on Asia to take them down with us!
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China probably has plans to survive with out our dollar, their country is run by VERY intelligent people. I don't know exactly how, but it looks like they started emphasizing tourism.
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Your source may be correct, but the Asina market may too collapse. As of yet, the US purchases somewhere in the neighborhood of 50% of Asian-produced goods. If our economy collapses, thats 50% gone!!! Thats a sure collapse. However, it is unlikely that our ecoomy will collapse completely.
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We've been in a depression since the second term of what's his name. They've been telling us what we want to hear, but the proof is in the pudding. I've had a lay-off, and a door closing bankruptcy at another company, all in '07. If the U.S. isn't on top, someone will be, and China and India are ready to be major players in world economics.
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We are one of China's biggest customers. If we fail, they fail. Same thing with these oil rich countries. They wouldn't amount to a pimple on our *ss if we didn't buy their stuff. Let us not forget how much money we owe China. They hold a lot of our government securites. If we fail, we might not pay them back. Wow, won't that hurt.
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First of all, the US economy is not going to collapse. It's not even clear we're in a recession. The great depression was exacerbated by a fledgling fed that did exactly the opposite of what they should have done. That is, they took liquidity out of the system rather than adding it. Regarding your question, a collapse of the largest economy in the world (we are four, some think five times larger than China in GDP) would send the entire world into a depression. Since we would presumably default on our treasury bonds, of which China and Japan hold the most in the world, countries who hold our bonds as foreign reserves would experience a crisis of liquidity. Also, their export markets would dry up overnight and there would be a run on their banks. It is difficult to judge, but Asian countries would probably be worse off than the US
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Apparently, from what I've heard the United States is headed for an economic collapse. What I want to know is how will an Economic Collapse affect Asia? According to Peter Schiff, Asian currency will rise as the US dollar falls. China is looking to be a world economic leader and would lead Asia. Also billionaire Jim Rogers has moved to Singapore and said that China is going to grow. Do any of you feel that any of this is true? What I want to know is how will Asia do if the United States collapses economically?
Economics - 7 Answers
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if you think they are poor countries wait until Americans stop buying Tvs and cars from Asia! then watch it fall wow!
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If the US fails we will throw another atom bomb on Asia to take them down with us!
3 :
China probably has plans to survive with out our dollar, their country is run by VERY intelligent people. I don't know exactly how, but it looks like they started emphasizing tourism.
4 :
Your source may be correct, but the Asina market may too collapse. As of yet, the US purchases somewhere in the neighborhood of 50% of Asian-produced goods. If our economy collapses, thats 50% gone!!! Thats a sure collapse. However, it is unlikely that our ecoomy will collapse completely.
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We've been in a depression since the second term of what's his name. They've been telling us what we want to hear, but the proof is in the pudding. I've had a lay-off, and a door closing bankruptcy at another company, all in '07. If the U.S. isn't on top, someone will be, and China and India are ready to be major players in world economics.
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We are one of China's biggest customers. If we fail, they fail. Same thing with these oil rich countries. They wouldn't amount to a pimple on our *ss if we didn't buy their stuff. Let us not forget how much money we owe China. They hold a lot of our government securites. If we fail, we might not pay them back. Wow, won't that hurt.
7 :
First of all, the US economy is not going to collapse. It's not even clear we're in a recession. The great depression was exacerbated by a fledgling fed that did exactly the opposite of what they should have done. That is, they took liquidity out of the system rather than adding it. Regarding your question, a collapse of the largest economy in the world (we are four, some think five times larger than China in GDP) would send the entire world into a depression. Since we would presumably default on our treasury bonds, of which China and Japan hold the most in the world, countries who hold our bonds as foreign reserves would experience a crisis of liquidity. Also, their export markets would dry up overnight and there would be a run on their banks. It is difficult to judge, but Asian countries would probably be worse off than the US
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Tuesday, April 28, 2009
What is the difference between Indians from South Asia and Native Americans?
What is the difference between Indians from South Asia and Native Americans?
I'm sorry I know alot of people have asked this question on here. I've seen them. But I still don't get it? Where did Native Americans come from? Isn't being an indian from south asia and american indian the same thing? I'm confused lol can someone please explain it properly? Thanks Where did Native americans originally come from?
History - 8 Answers
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The term 'Indian' when applied to the Native Americans is a misnomer. ie- When the North American was discovered by Europeans, they mistakenly thought that it was actually the country India that they had arrived in (the world had nnot been accurately mapped yet). The name stuck, but is an imposed Western term and not correct to use.
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Well, Christopher Columbus wanted to sail to India in south asia by sailing west. When he reach central america, he thought he was in India and called the Native americans Indians. So the word stuck. Native Americans and Indians from India are different people. Native Americans were already on america when europeans discovered america.
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The Native American originated amongst a particular group of Siberians that crossed the Land Mass bridge between Siberian (Russia) and North America between 60,000 to 100,000 years ago, following the migratory animals they hunted. Thus all Native Americans, from Hopi to Aztec, from Apache to Mayan, are all directly descended from Siberian asiatics. Genetic testing has confirmed this.
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When Christopher Columbus set sail in 1492, his purpose for sailing was to find a trade route from Spain to the East (Columbus was Portuguese, mind you, but was hired by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain). At the time, Ferdinand and Isabella had hoped to lay claim to the precious resources of the far East; spices, tea, and metals, such as gold, in particular. Anyway, for as great and explorer as Columbus is credited as being, he took the complete wrong route and ended up in America. He THOUGHT he had made it to the East, India in particular, and thus called the people he met INDIANS. So, to call a Native American an Indian is a complete misnomer. Yes, they have dark skin and dark hair, thus sharing two distinctive features with the people of South Asia. However, in no way are they Indians. It was Columbus' mistake and it took 500 years before people actually started to correct it. The only Indians in the world are those who descend from India. The Native Americans are indigenous to the United States. That means that their roots can be traced back to the US. Of course ALL human existence originated in Africa and we spread out as the continents drifted apart and during the ice age when the oceans froze over. To that end, it is believed that the Native Americans were from Eastern Russia and made it into the North American continent via Alaska and Canada. Specifically, Native Americans prefer to be referred to by their tribal affiliations, so as Navajo, or Cherokee, or Cree, for example, and not just as Native Americans. So, the difference between Indians of South Asia and Native Americans is that Native Americans are not Indians at all, but the South Asians from India are. It is Columbus who was wrong in the first place and the name stuck for hundreds of years. Hope that helps.
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They came from Siberia in northeastern Asia, across a 'land bridge' that is no longer there, because of rising sea levels (from Ice melting, this was during the ice age) from Siberia to Alaska. They migrated all the way to South America in a few thousand years. They were Asian, no doubt much like people of Siberia, today, although there may be other groups there now. Columbus and other explorers thought they had reached "India" or the "Indies" in Asia. So the name Columbus gave the people of the New World, 'Indians', stuck until very recently when American Indians began being called "Native Americans". There is virtually no connection between people of India and American Indians, but there is some between East Asians, in Siberia, parts of China, Japan, etc.
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We were already here in the western hemisphere before the "out of Africa" diaspora was supposed to have happened. Archeologists have found proof of our living on these shores for more than 50,000 yrs. India is a country in Asia and the citizens are called Indians. They are not our people though, nor are they our relatives. The white people called us Indians, we tend to identify ourselves by our tribal identities. Although, we have had the name NDN for so long, that many of us still use it, and accept it. I use it and accept it, just like my parents and grand parents did. I'm NDN, North hill Yokuts, and Southern Miwok, and my ancestors have been here since long before the last ice age.
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people from india are not the same as people from the americas. indigenous people of the americas did not migrate from anywhere. dna and archaeological evidence put natives in the americas for over 50,000 years. that is longer than there have been caucasians in europe. its time to stop the bering strait THEORY crap. its been proved wrong many times over even though uneducated people continue to repeat it as fact.
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The term 'Indian' when applied to the Native Americans is a misnomer. ie- When the North American was discovered by Europeans, they mistakenly thought that it was actually the country India that they had arrived in (the world had nnot been accurately mapped yet). The name stuck, but is an imposed Western term and not correct to use.!
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I'm sorry I know alot of people have asked this question on here. I've seen them. But I still don't get it? Where did Native Americans come from? Isn't being an indian from south asia and american indian the same thing? I'm confused lol can someone please explain it properly? Thanks Where did Native americans originally come from?
History - 8 Answers
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The term 'Indian' when applied to the Native Americans is a misnomer. ie- When the North American was discovered by Europeans, they mistakenly thought that it was actually the country India that they had arrived in (the world had nnot been accurately mapped yet). The name stuck, but is an imposed Western term and not correct to use.
2 :
Well, Christopher Columbus wanted to sail to India in south asia by sailing west. When he reach central america, he thought he was in India and called the Native americans Indians. So the word stuck. Native Americans and Indians from India are different people. Native Americans were already on america when europeans discovered america.
3 :
The Native American originated amongst a particular group of Siberians that crossed the Land Mass bridge between Siberian (Russia) and North America between 60,000 to 100,000 years ago, following the migratory animals they hunted. Thus all Native Americans, from Hopi to Aztec, from Apache to Mayan, are all directly descended from Siberian asiatics. Genetic testing has confirmed this.
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When Christopher Columbus set sail in 1492, his purpose for sailing was to find a trade route from Spain to the East (Columbus was Portuguese, mind you, but was hired by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain). At the time, Ferdinand and Isabella had hoped to lay claim to the precious resources of the far East; spices, tea, and metals, such as gold, in particular. Anyway, for as great and explorer as Columbus is credited as being, he took the complete wrong route and ended up in America. He THOUGHT he had made it to the East, India in particular, and thus called the people he met INDIANS. So, to call a Native American an Indian is a complete misnomer. Yes, they have dark skin and dark hair, thus sharing two distinctive features with the people of South Asia. However, in no way are they Indians. It was Columbus' mistake and it took 500 years before people actually started to correct it. The only Indians in the world are those who descend from India. The Native Americans are indigenous to the United States. That means that their roots can be traced back to the US. Of course ALL human existence originated in Africa and we spread out as the continents drifted apart and during the ice age when the oceans froze over. To that end, it is believed that the Native Americans were from Eastern Russia and made it into the North American continent via Alaska and Canada. Specifically, Native Americans prefer to be referred to by their tribal affiliations, so as Navajo, or Cherokee, or Cree, for example, and not just as Native Americans. So, the difference between Indians of South Asia and Native Americans is that Native Americans are not Indians at all, but the South Asians from India are. It is Columbus who was wrong in the first place and the name stuck for hundreds of years. Hope that helps.
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They came from Siberia in northeastern Asia, across a 'land bridge' that is no longer there, because of rising sea levels (from Ice melting, this was during the ice age) from Siberia to Alaska. They migrated all the way to South America in a few thousand years. They were Asian, no doubt much like people of Siberia, today, although there may be other groups there now. Columbus and other explorers thought they had reached "India" or the "Indies" in Asia. So the name Columbus gave the people of the New World, 'Indians', stuck until very recently when American Indians began being called "Native Americans". There is virtually no connection between people of India and American Indians, but there is some between East Asians, in Siberia, parts of China, Japan, etc.
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We were already here in the western hemisphere before the "out of Africa" diaspora was supposed to have happened. Archeologists have found proof of our living on these shores for more than 50,000 yrs. India is a country in Asia and the citizens are called Indians. They are not our people though, nor are they our relatives. The white people called us Indians, we tend to identify ourselves by our tribal identities. Although, we have had the name NDN for so long, that many of us still use it, and accept it. I use it and accept it, just like my parents and grand parents did. I'm NDN, North hill Yokuts, and Southern Miwok, and my ancestors have been here since long before the last ice age.
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people from india are not the same as people from the americas. indigenous people of the americas did not migrate from anywhere. dna and archaeological evidence put natives in the americas for over 50,000 years. that is longer than there have been caucasians in europe. its time to stop the bering strait THEORY crap. its been proved wrong many times over even though uneducated people continue to repeat it as fact.
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The term 'Indian' when applied to the Native Americans is a misnomer. ie- When the North American was discovered by Europeans, they mistakenly thought that it was actually the country India that they had arrived in (the world had nnot been accurately mapped yet). The name stuck, but is an imposed Western term and not correct to use.!
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
How much would it cost to travel around Asia and Europe?
How much would it cost to travel around Asia and Europe?
So, in a couple years I'm planning on travelling all through Asia, and Europe. I'm gonna start saving now, because I want to go in 4 years. I will be staying in hostels most likely, BUT in some places (Rome, and Paris) I do have family friends that are there so they'll let me be with them for a couple days. How much will the total be (An estimate). Thanks so much!
Other - Destinations - 4 Answers
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Well it really depends..the flight is going to cost the most to Asia..since the exchange rate tends to be favorable to westerners there..time spent there will be cheap, housing ,food , site etc. Europe however flights are cheap but everything else is expensive esp western europe during hte summer. Look up flight prices and hostel prices then add about 20 Euro per day for food and another 15 for sites.
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I think Contact any tour operator who gives full information about this tour package.
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sri lanka is a nice place to travel. Because there are lots of thing and places to watch in a small island,if you gone a start from Colombo u can travel to any direction in around two,three hours by a vehicle. http://www.leisuretours.biz/ http://www.hellovisit.com/ http://www.leisuretours.biz/tours/island-explore-tour http://www.lanka.com/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-beaches-96.html http://www.srilanka.com/photogallery/gallery.php Major tourist attractions are focused around the islands famous beaches located in the southern and eastern parts of the country. Ancient heritage sites located in the interior of the country and lush green resorts located in the mountainous regions of the country. There are manyNational Parks you can visit in Sri Lanka. Yala is the largest national park. http://www.info.lk/srilanka/srilankanature/nationalparks.htm http://www.nature.alawathugoda.com/ohiya.htm Also Pinnawala Elhipant Opernage famous residents such as the three-legged elephant, Sama, who stood on a land mine, and a blind elephant, Raja. The orphanage population is constantly augmented by new arrival Born Free in captivity: about one elephant is born here every year. The successful captive breeding project had so far produced 22 second generation births. http://www.angelpark.lk/pinnawala.html If u want to shopping during you`r trip, You can buy cloths( like cloths for you`r winter season,also other cloths) very cheap in Colombo(House of fashion,odel,majick city,kandy…are few of good fashion houses in sri lanka. If u want to buy leather works like bags, wallets,chairs… very cheap in pinnawala. If u want to buy jems Rathnapura is the best place to buy them. I hope u will enjoy you`r trip.
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Read this site :- http://www.leisuretours.biz/tours/island… http://www.lanka.com/sri-lanka/sri-lanka…
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So, in a couple years I'm planning on travelling all through Asia, and Europe. I'm gonna start saving now, because I want to go in 4 years. I will be staying in hostels most likely, BUT in some places (Rome, and Paris) I do have family friends that are there so they'll let me be with them for a couple days. How much will the total be (An estimate). Thanks so much!
Other - Destinations - 4 Answers
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Well it really depends..the flight is going to cost the most to Asia..since the exchange rate tends to be favorable to westerners there..time spent there will be cheap, housing ,food , site etc. Europe however flights are cheap but everything else is expensive esp western europe during hte summer. Look up flight prices and hostel prices then add about 20 Euro per day for food and another 15 for sites.
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I think Contact any tour operator who gives full information about this tour package.
3 :
sri lanka is a nice place to travel. Because there are lots of thing and places to watch in a small island,if you gone a start from Colombo u can travel to any direction in around two,three hours by a vehicle. http://www.leisuretours.biz/ http://www.hellovisit.com/ http://www.leisuretours.biz/tours/island-explore-tour http://www.lanka.com/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-beaches-96.html http://www.srilanka.com/photogallery/gallery.php Major tourist attractions are focused around the islands famous beaches located in the southern and eastern parts of the country. Ancient heritage sites located in the interior of the country and lush green resorts located in the mountainous regions of the country. There are manyNational Parks you can visit in Sri Lanka. Yala is the largest national park. http://www.info.lk/srilanka/srilankanature/nationalparks.htm http://www.nature.alawathugoda.com/ohiya.htm Also Pinnawala Elhipant Opernage famous residents such as the three-legged elephant, Sama, who stood on a land mine, and a blind elephant, Raja. The orphanage population is constantly augmented by new arrival Born Free in captivity: about one elephant is born here every year. The successful captive breeding project had so far produced 22 second generation births. http://www.angelpark.lk/pinnawala.html If u want to shopping during you`r trip, You can buy cloths( like cloths for you`r winter season,also other cloths) very cheap in Colombo(House of fashion,odel,majick city,kandy…are few of good fashion houses in sri lanka. If u want to buy leather works like bags, wallets,chairs… very cheap in pinnawala. If u want to buy jems Rathnapura is the best place to buy them. I hope u will enjoy you`r trip.
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Read this site :- http://www.leisuretours.biz/tours/island… http://www.lanka.com/sri-lanka/sri-lanka…
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Tuesday, April 7, 2009
What is the best country to visit in Asia for Americans?
What is the best country to visit in Asia for Americans?
I'm planning a trip in May. I live in LA and will have one week to spend in Asia, so I want to go somewhere that is safe, rich in culture, and has a lot to see. Anybody have any suggestions?
Other - Asia Pacific - 14 Answers
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Go to Fiji Islands...That all answers your quest. It's in South Pacific though.
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Singapore is a really nice place in Asia, probably better than most American cities, I would suggest it, although it is lacking a little on the "sites to see" list. Shanghai and Hong Kong are coll cities to see as well.
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well, 1st of all. i think that the PHILIPPINES is the best place. theres soo much CULTURE as u asked for and plus most people speak english. dont stay in MANILA, the capital. thats crap. go to BAGUIO city (thats 6 hours north). the people are honest and warm. Especially visit cebu and the southern area called Visayas. there you can swim with the whale sharks. see the smallest primate. (forgot what its called) anyway, yeah goo check it out. :) that's what i think. HOPE u have a great vacation.
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Thailand is a good country to visit i went there and i liked it. Its really cheap. People are really friendly the only downside is everyone is going to always ask for money and there alway going to try to sell you something but other than that you would like thailand one more thing i went to Pataya
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Safe, rich in culture, and a lot to see? Well, my first thought is China. Mainly because it's extremely rich in culture AND there is a LOT to see! Safety may be of slight concern, but it's not such a big deal, so I think China would be the best choice for you! Japan is safe, and has a lot to see. If you go to Kyoto and Nara, you will find a lot of the traditional culture and sights. Southeast Asia is also good. Places like Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam are very rich in culture, and they offer a lot for tourists. Safety may be more of a concern in Southeast Asia, but most people who use common sense (and perhaps research a little about the country they are visiting) have no problems. Someone suggested Singapore, but Singapore is not "rich in culture", because it is a city. Cities always tend to be more modern and less traditional, so "culture" is difficult to find. Also, there are not really that many sights to see.
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americans? go to the Philippines and you will see alot of americans there. anyway, safe: everywhere in the world can have a safe place if you yourself would take care, rich in culture: i would say china and alot to see: what are you looking for? beaches?, historical places? (like japanese and spanish heritage ), shopping malls, bars.. etc.. well, go to the Philippines theres alot you can see there and one more thing, as american, you should go to a country that the people there almost can speak english: Philippines! the only fluent english speaker in asia.
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india
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Visit the Philippines, It's less expensive. People speak English, you'll have no problem with communication.
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The Fiji Islands is the BEST! Experience their Culture and the Ever-Smiling faces of the Fijian people and their Hospitality at its best. Beautifull People...Evergreen Forests...White Sandy Beaches and Tropical Weather all throughout the year!
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sg
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sg
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sg
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hk
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India is the best country for those who love biodiversity and climatic diversities. It is relatively a safe country provided you are honest, a strong believer of 'Live and Let Live Culture' and denounce extremism and fundamentalism of any sort.
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I'm planning a trip in May. I live in LA and will have one week to spend in Asia, so I want to go somewhere that is safe, rich in culture, and has a lot to see. Anybody have any suggestions?
Other - Asia Pacific - 14 Answers
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Go to Fiji Islands...That all answers your quest. It's in South Pacific though.
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Singapore is a really nice place in Asia, probably better than most American cities, I would suggest it, although it is lacking a little on the "sites to see" list. Shanghai and Hong Kong are coll cities to see as well.
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well, 1st of all. i think that the PHILIPPINES is the best place. theres soo much CULTURE as u asked for and plus most people speak english. dont stay in MANILA, the capital. thats crap. go to BAGUIO city (thats 6 hours north). the people are honest and warm. Especially visit cebu and the southern area called Visayas. there you can swim with the whale sharks. see the smallest primate. (forgot what its called) anyway, yeah goo check it out. :) that's what i think. HOPE u have a great vacation.
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Thailand is a good country to visit i went there and i liked it. Its really cheap. People are really friendly the only downside is everyone is going to always ask for money and there alway going to try to sell you something but other than that you would like thailand one more thing i went to Pataya
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Safe, rich in culture, and a lot to see? Well, my first thought is China. Mainly because it's extremely rich in culture AND there is a LOT to see! Safety may be of slight concern, but it's not such a big deal, so I think China would be the best choice for you! Japan is safe, and has a lot to see. If you go to Kyoto and Nara, you will find a lot of the traditional culture and sights. Southeast Asia is also good. Places like Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam are very rich in culture, and they offer a lot for tourists. Safety may be more of a concern in Southeast Asia, but most people who use common sense (and perhaps research a little about the country they are visiting) have no problems. Someone suggested Singapore, but Singapore is not "rich in culture", because it is a city. Cities always tend to be more modern and less traditional, so "culture" is difficult to find. Also, there are not really that many sights to see.
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americans? go to the Philippines and you will see alot of americans there. anyway, safe: everywhere in the world can have a safe place if you yourself would take care, rich in culture: i would say china and alot to see: what are you looking for? beaches?, historical places? (like japanese and spanish heritage ), shopping malls, bars.. etc.. well, go to the Philippines theres alot you can see there and one more thing, as american, you should go to a country that the people there almost can speak english: Philippines! the only fluent english speaker in asia.
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india
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Visit the Philippines, It's less expensive. People speak English, you'll have no problem with communication.
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The Fiji Islands is the BEST! Experience their Culture and the Ever-Smiling faces of the Fijian people and their Hospitality at its best. Beautifull People...Evergreen Forests...White Sandy Beaches and Tropical Weather all throughout the year!
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India is the best country for those who love biodiversity and climatic diversities. It is relatively a safe country provided you are honest, a strong believer of 'Live and Let Live Culture' and denounce extremism and fundamentalism of any sort.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Is it cheaper to buy a sailboats in asia?
| Is it cheaper to buy a sailboats in asia? I was thinking about buying a small yacht in the next year and sailing across the pacific with a friend. By default i was just planning to buy it in california and sail west. While tossing the idea around my friend suggested that instead we fly to somewhere in asia and buy a boat there and sail it back. His thinking being that if they are made over there half the price must be transporting it to america! If we bought it in america and sail it over there, then decided we dont know what to do with it and want to sell it we may not be able to get back even 1/3rd of our investment (supply and demand). But if we go there first and sail back we might even be able to sell it for more than we paid! Any ideas, tips or thigns we should look out for? Boats & Boating - 4 Answers Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions : 1 : Its the same about clothes, yes - its cheaper, but sometimes the quality is not good. 2 : I think you may have a chance of finding something at a good price. There a lot of Boat wood comes from overseas; i.e. Teak, should you want some pretty wood inside and out. I wish I knew more to tell you. One though is years ago a Boat Builder named "Cheoy Lee" in Hong Kong made some excellent boats. I not sure they still build the Cheoy Lee sailboats or if they even located in Hong Kong. Last I searched around I think they in Florida now building big ships. But, I would assume the Boat Labor in Hong Kong still there and should be someone building good boats. 3 : Have you ever bought a sailboat before? Actually have you done much sailing before? Are you looking at new or used boat? Cheaper yes, riskier very much riskier. Buying sight unseen, or with no other options can be a big roll of the dice. Do you have the funds to fix it or to fly back if you don't like it? Or if your buying new, what happens if the boat takes 3 or 4 months longer to make than expected? Thought about what if you get there and there is nothing you like? If you sail over there, and want to sell. The best way to sell is by Yachtworld.com or similar brokerages. You will be selling to other "Americans" that have more money usually than the locals. 4 : They say the cheapest place to buy a used boat is in the Canary Islands, because many have started off from Africa and that is as far as their mates would sail. So many boats are sold or abandoned there. Cheoy Lee is a good boat, too. Have any boat surveyed before buying it. |
Saturday, March 28, 2009
what are the most beautiful places in Asia ?
what are the most beautiful places in Asia ?
I'm planning a trip to asia. I loved Taiwan what are places nice and a variety for example i like cities and scenery, which usually aren't that close to eachother.
Other - Asia Pacific - 6 Answers
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Google Japan, it is the most beautiful place in Asia.
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Udaipur, India
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Philippines, if you want a warm weather where you can enjoy beaches, watersports and relaxing scenries. :+)
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Sri Lanka is spectacular. You have the cultural triangle comprising 2500 of history and some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere in the world. ukslbureau@yahoo.com for details.
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you will love some parts of india sri lanka and malaysia. singapore and dont miss the maldives (i always wanted to go to the maldives)
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Ooty, India.
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I'm planning a trip to asia. I loved Taiwan what are places nice and a variety for example i like cities and scenery, which usually aren't that close to eachother.
Other - Asia Pacific - 6 Answers
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Google Japan, it is the most beautiful place in Asia.
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Udaipur, India
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Philippines, if you want a warm weather where you can enjoy beaches, watersports and relaxing scenries. :+)
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Sri Lanka is spectacular. You have the cultural triangle comprising 2500 of history and some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere in the world. ukslbureau@yahoo.com for details.
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you will love some parts of india sri lanka and malaysia. singapore and dont miss the maldives (i always wanted to go to the maldives)
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Ooty, India.
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Saturday, March 14, 2009
How can i work/internship/volunteer in Asia or Africa, without having to pay the expensive plane ticket?
How can i work/internship/volunteer in Asia or Africa, without having to pay the expensive plane ticket?
I want to go to Asia or Africa by ANY means, i don't care if its for volunteering or paid work, i just need the flight costs paid and from there i'd be willing to help in the most rural places.
Air Travel - 1 Answers
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Join the Peace Corp.?
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I want to go to Asia or Africa by ANY means, i don't care if its for volunteering or paid work, i just need the flight costs paid and from there i'd be willing to help in the most rural places.
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Join the Peace Corp.?
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Saturday, March 7, 2009
Asia where I can relax and smoke pot on the beach?
Need a cheap holiday reachable from SE Asia where I can relax and smoke pot on the beach?
I just wanna chill out on the beach with some fat joints. Some nice forest scenery nearby would be good. Can't be too expensive to fly there from South East Asia.
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it just pends on the cost and where you want to go some hoildays can be exensive not always carla
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I just wanna chill out on the beach with some fat joints. Some nice forest scenery nearby would be good. Can't be too expensive to fly there from South East Asia.
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it just pends on the cost and where you want to go some hoildays can be exensive not always carla
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Sunday, March 1, 2009
Southeast Asia
Is it good to invest in online marketing in Southeast Asia and China?
I need reliable sources of information on the state of digital media in Southeast Asia and China to justify investing in online marketing there. There's no specific product or service in mind. This is about the state of online marketing in Southeast Asia and China in general. Is it good to invest in it? What reliable information can I use to back this decision up?
Other - Advertising & Marketing - 3 Answers
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IT is not good w
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Know why Google retreat from China ? I can tell you based on the huge population and rapid growth in economics, the internet booms prosperously in China and many Web companies retrieve unbelievable success here such as QQ, Baidu, TaoBao, etc. But unfortunately few foreign company among them. There are many explanations including huge culture rift, weak copyright protection, strict news censorship, and so on. It is difficult to give you the reliable infomation --- and you'd better not trust the data from Chinese goverment until you're sure you have a good understanding of Chinese goverment --- but Google is a good case for research.
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i am a wholesaler i think it is still potential to have an online shop i need a partner to start contact me: tvwudaoguan@163.com
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I need reliable sources of information on the state of digital media in Southeast Asia and China to justify investing in online marketing there. There's no specific product or service in mind. This is about the state of online marketing in Southeast Asia and China in general. Is it good to invest in it? What reliable information can I use to back this decision up?
Other - Advertising & Marketing - 3 Answers
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IT is not good w
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Know why Google retreat from China ? I can tell you based on the huge population and rapid growth in economics, the internet booms prosperously in China and many Web companies retrieve unbelievable success here such as QQ, Baidu, TaoBao, etc. But unfortunately few foreign company among them. There are many explanations including huge culture rift, weak copyright protection, strict news censorship, and so on. It is difficult to give you the reliable infomation --- and you'd better not trust the data from Chinese goverment until you're sure you have a good understanding of Chinese goverment --- but Google is a good case for research.
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i am a wholesaler i think it is still potential to have an online shop i need a partner to start contact me: tvwudaoguan@163.com
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Saturday, February 28, 2009
What were the professional cameras in Asia during the mid 70's?
What were the professional cameras in Asia during the mid 70's?
I was looking through some old pictures and found a class picture of my dad dating back to '74. The picture was kind of shiny and the blacks were very detailed (like hair). My goal was to make prints like it. So my question is, what did professional photographers in Asia (if different in U.S) used during the mid 70's? What kind of photographic paper was commonly used?
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The cameras were either 35 mm SLR's. medium format TLR's or SLR's or even view cameras. The paper used was fiber based, graded paper. Later in the 1970's RC and polycontrast paper became popular. While fiber base and RC paper is still available, graded paper is much harder to find.
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It was likely a medium format camera like the Mamiya RB67 or Hasselblad. Possibly a view camera.
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I was looking through some old pictures and found a class picture of my dad dating back to '74. The picture was kind of shiny and the blacks were very detailed (like hair). My goal was to make prints like it. So my question is, what did professional photographers in Asia (if different in U.S) used during the mid 70's? What kind of photographic paper was commonly used?
Photography - 2 Answers
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The cameras were either 35 mm SLR's. medium format TLR's or SLR's or even view cameras. The paper used was fiber based, graded paper. Later in the 1970's RC and polycontrast paper became popular. While fiber base and RC paper is still available, graded paper is much harder to find.
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It was likely a medium format camera like the Mamiya RB67 or Hasselblad. Possibly a view camera.
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Saturday, February 14, 2009
What are some Universities in Asia where it's relatively easy to acquire academic credit?
What are some Universities in Asia where it's relatively easy to acquire academic credit?
i 'm planning to spend an exchange semester at a University in Asia. However, i noticed that at many Asian Unis you only get about 16 credits per semester (in spite of a big workload). I am therefore looking for Universities where it's possible to get more credits per Semester. 25-30 Credits would be ideal for me.
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If the school has any credibility at all, it will not be "...relatively easy to acquire academic credit." For the lousy diploma mills, their degrees are worthless. They are easy though. Make up your mind and re-ask the question, but do it the smart way.
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i 'm planning to spend an exchange semester at a University in Asia. However, i noticed that at many Asian Unis you only get about 16 credits per semester (in spite of a big workload). I am therefore looking for Universities where it's possible to get more credits per Semester. 25-30 Credits would be ideal for me.
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If the school has any credibility at all, it will not be "...relatively easy to acquire academic credit." For the lousy diploma mills, their degrees are worthless. They are easy though. Make up your mind and re-ask the question, but do it the smart way.
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Saturday, February 7, 2009
How long will it take for Asia to be a global power like America and Europe?
How long will it take for Asia to be a global power like America and Europe?
How many years will it take for the whole of Asia to be a global power like what Europe did in the Age of Discovery and Colonization Era wherein almost all of its nations inside the continent are rich,famous,progressive nations, civilized people and a major power?
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europe is not a power,and never had been. Great Britain is the name you are looking for,America and Great Britain. Asians countries have big populations,but not much else
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The criteria you use for global power -the age of Discovery and the era of Colonization are particular periods that I don't believe can be repeated by any nation let alone Asia. Those were eras that were dominated by an elite which saw many living in real poverty. Today the Americans seem to be preoccupied with projecting "power" militarily and the Chinese with the might of millions tied to overproduction. Our current models of growth are seriously faulty as they are not based on sustainable strategies. Visit Asia and see for yourself places like Shanghai which from the air look like New York and see the Western styles of housing and education in Singapore. China, India and Japan economically speaking already dwarf the West but their power is benign. So if you think that this dominance is similar to that of the West you would be wrong. Asia sees itself as just one part of a multi-polar world and not in terms of brute power. To answer your question- Asia (which is a lot of countries who are not united as one entity, like Europe) will never be a global power like America or Europe.
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I don't know.
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How many years will it take for the whole of Asia to be a global power like what Europe did in the Age of Discovery and Colonization Era wherein almost all of its nations inside the continent are rich,famous,progressive nations, civilized people and a major power?
Current Events - 3 Answers
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europe is not a power,and never had been. Great Britain is the name you are looking for,America and Great Britain. Asians countries have big populations,but not much else
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The criteria you use for global power -the age of Discovery and the era of Colonization are particular periods that I don't believe can be repeated by any nation let alone Asia. Those were eras that were dominated by an elite which saw many living in real poverty. Today the Americans seem to be preoccupied with projecting "power" militarily and the Chinese with the might of millions tied to overproduction. Our current models of growth are seriously faulty as they are not based on sustainable strategies. Visit Asia and see for yourself places like Shanghai which from the air look like New York and see the Western styles of housing and education in Singapore. China, India and Japan economically speaking already dwarf the West but their power is benign. So if you think that this dominance is similar to that of the West you would be wrong. Asia sees itself as just one part of a multi-polar world and not in terms of brute power. To answer your question- Asia (which is a lot of countries who are not united as one entity, like Europe) will never be a global power like America or Europe.
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I don't know.
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Sunday, February 1, 2009
Why is Europe considered a separate continent while India is considered part of Asia?
Why is Europe considered a separate continent while India is considered part of Asia?
Europe and Asia have been together for much longer than India and Asia and the boundary between Europe and Asia is less substantial than the boundary between India and Asia. KT Dyke: did you just make that up or do you have some support for your statement?
Geography - 3 Answers
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it seems you dont know geography very well Europe and Asia can be united in Eurasia India is a unique sub-continent
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The accepted boundaries of Europe and Asia came about for cultural reasons, not essentially geographic. It began with the ancient Greeks who recognised a boundary between their cultures and others in Asia Minor. As the geography of the region became more understood, the arbitrary division of Europe and Asia extended along cultural lines, between societies viewed as 'Asian' or 'European'. Some of the boundaries follow geographic features such as mountain ranges and lakes, but that's because it also it marked tribal boundaries. The accepted boundaries were established before the advent of modern geology and the understanding of plate tectonics.
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The two continents collided most recently during the Oligocene, so the present Eurasia postdates India's connection with Asia.
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Europe and Asia have been together for much longer than India and Asia and the boundary between Europe and Asia is less substantial than the boundary between India and Asia. KT Dyke: did you just make that up or do you have some support for your statement?
Geography - 3 Answers
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it seems you dont know geography very well Europe and Asia can be united in Eurasia India is a unique sub-continent
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The accepted boundaries of Europe and Asia came about for cultural reasons, not essentially geographic. It began with the ancient Greeks who recognised a boundary between their cultures and others in Asia Minor. As the geography of the region became more understood, the arbitrary division of Europe and Asia extended along cultural lines, between societies viewed as 'Asian' or 'European'. Some of the boundaries follow geographic features such as mountain ranges and lakes, but that's because it also it marked tribal boundaries. The accepted boundaries were established before the advent of modern geology and the understanding of plate tectonics.
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The two continents collided most recently during the Oligocene, so the present Eurasia postdates India's connection with Asia.
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