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Iraq is the country of Mesopotamia or Land Between the Rivers in classical times. Iraq used to be one of the world's leading oil producers. In recent decades a steady cash flow generated by the black gold was the engine behind ambitious building projects and development programs and to build one of the largest and most powerful armies in the Middle East. Its strength was demonstrated during the Iran-Iraq War (1980-88) and in the 1990 invasion of Kuwait. Everyone that has seen the images of missiles and bombs falling on the capital Baghdad will understand that this is not a holiday destination for the mentally sane. Economy has been totally disrupted by the war and reconstruction is slow. Tension between US and UK troops are still high. Theoretically there’s the possibility to cross the northern borders from Turkey or Jordan, but the ongoing struggle for Kurdish independence also makes this area hazardous. There are no commercial flights to Baghdad and the borders to Iran, Syria, Saudi Arabia and of course Kuwait are closed of. Should it become easier to visit Iraq then the highlights of your visit would include Mosul in the north, with the big Assyrian cities of Ninevah and Nimrod close by, Baghdad , the capital, Karbala and An najaf just south of Baghdad, with the tombs of Ali and Husain, two very important Shiite religious leaders and Basra in the south.
Asia Travel InformationFast Facts About Hong Kong1. Telephone System Public telephones in Hong Kong belong to the following 6 types: Yellow telephone only for local calls: accepting 1- or 2- HKD coins Yellow telephone for international calls: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Silver telephone: accepting 1-, 2- or 5- HKD coins Telephone accepting magnetic cards and coins for international Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsCity - Mandalay: Second capital after Rangoon, has world’s largest stone book situated in the compound of the 'Kuthodaw Pagoda' where Buddhist scriptures are inscribed on 729 stone slabs. The delicate tapestry works, stone sculpture, the time-honored art of gold leaf home industry is definitely worth a visit. Bagan is known as Festivals in MyanmarMyanmar is a Land of Festivals: a festival for every month of the year. Most festivals are cultural and religious. Majority are nation-wide celebrated while a few are distinctly regional. The dates of the festivals and special events are determined by the Lunar Year. 1. January • Kayin New Year celebrated on Getting In & Out Of Hong KongThere are for basic way of getting in to Hong Kong that is by Air, Train, Sea & Bus; which is basic mode of transportation for getting into a country. 1. By Air Hong Kong International Airport is world class. Sixty airlines ferry passengers to 140 locations around the world. The gateway Getting Around Hong KongSight seeing in Hong Kong is made easy for the visitors through variety of public transportation which can be termed as life line of Hong Kong Tourism. 1. Taxi Color coded taxis operate in different districts of Hong Kong. Fare, depending on districts, starts from HKD12 to 15 for the first two General Information For Tourists1. Airport Tax Any passengers departing Myanmar on international flights will need to pay a departure tax of US$ 10.00 per person. 2. Duty Free Allowance Two bottles of liquor; two cartons of cigarettes; 100 cigars; 1.5 lbs. of tobacco; and one pint bottle of perfume or eau de cologne. 3. Currency The monetary unit Orientation Of Hong KongHong Kong is conveniently divided into four parts. First there is Hong Kong Island, the original part of the colony on which stands Hong Kong Central, the city of Hong Kong. A short ferry ride across the harbour from the island is the Kowloon peninsula which is also totally city. Entrance Fees In Tourists Places in US$I. Entrance Fees In Tourists Places (Rangoon) in US$ 1. Shwedagon Pagoda $5 2. National Museum $5 3. People's Park $3 4. Gem Museum $5 5. Ngar Htut Kyi Pagoda $2 6. Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsI. City - Rangoon: Rangoon, the capital of Myanmar is the host for some of the world’s mind-blowing wonders, like the: 1. Shwedagon Pagoda: Rudyard Kipling termed it as the .Golden Wonder.. It looks beautiful during sunset as the last rays fall on the soft golden dome, making it glitter. The great General Information For Tourists - I11. Climate & Weather Myanmar has three seasons. 1. Cool Season - October through February with average temperatures 20-24 C, 2. Hot Season - March through May with average temperatures 30-35 C, 3. Wet Season - June through September with average temperatures 25-30 C. The ideal time to visit Myanmar is Asia NewsDecline in crude fuels rallyDecline in crude fuels rally TOKYO Asian stocks rose Monday as lower prices for crude oil eased concern that high fuel costs would curb economic growth. LG Electronics and Honda Motor led a rebound by exporters. "Falling oil prices boost investor confidence," said Mike Shiao, a fund manager at Invesco Mood Brightens in AsiaMood Brightens in Asia Remember the sudden bust of panic selling that stunned investors in early May and into June? Investors in Asia can take some comfort in knowing there has been a stealth recovery. The benchmark Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong has now recouped most of its early Asia Needs More Bond Funds to Finance Development, Nor SaysAsia Needs More Bond Funds to Finance Development, Nor Says Asia needs to create more regional bond funds to tap its high savings and fund economic development, Malaysias Second Finance Minister Nor Mohamed Yakcop said. A bigger and deeper regional bond market and integration of the regions financial systems must be Mithali leads India to second successive Asia Cup winMithali leads India to second successive Asia Cup win Skipper Mithali Raj slammed her second century of the tournament to bat India to a 97-run victory over Sri Lanka in the second women's cricket Asia Cup final at the National Stadium here today. Mithali, who also scored a century against Pakistan in S&P upbeat on Asia Pacific govtsS&P upbeat on Asia Pacific govts Global rating agency, Standard & Poors’ today said sovereign governments in Asia Pacific, including in India, are expected to continue their reforms programs in 2006, thereby improving their country’s credit fundamentals. This in turn should continue the upward rating trend for the Why Asia’s long-term prospects remain brightWhy Asia’s long-term prospects remain bright Thus, in many parts of Asia today, we see neighboring countries undertaking joint projects that will enhance connectivity among themselves, thus expanding and integrating their markets; facilitating the flow of goods, people, and capital across borders; promoting economic efficiency and productivity; and thereby improving their Capital could gain millions from daily Asia flightsCapital could gain millions from daily Asia flights Direct air services between Wellington and Asia would be worth tens of millions of dollars to the region each year, Positively Wellington Tourism says. Wellington International Airport says demand could sustain daily service by a new technology Boeing 787. Its analysis showed Briefly: Bank of East Asia buys U.S. lenderBriefly: Bank of East Asia buys U.S. lender Bank of East Asia, a Hong Kong lender, said Tuesday that it was buying National American Bancorp as part of plans to expand in the United States. The bank did not disclose the amount it was paying for National American, which operates Mack reshuffles Morgan Stanley in AsiaMack reshuffles Morgan Stanley in Asia John Mack, Morgan Stanley's chief executive, has moved to exert his influence in Asia by naming Hans Schuettler, a senior Europe-based banker, to the top of the firm's operations in the fast-growing region. Mr Schuettler, Morgan Stanley's co-head of European investment banking, will replace Alasdair Morrison, Asia tracks strong gains in Japan, Hong KongAsia tracks strong gains in Japan, Hong Kong U.S.-listed shares of Asian companies rose Wednesday, finding support in a strong performance in their home markets and a second day of gains on Wall Street, where traders reacted positively to a tamer-than-expected consumer inflation report. The Bank of New York Asia ADR Index |
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