The Conjuring (2013) The Conjuring The Conjuring is based on a true story, THE CONJURING tells the horrifying tale of how world renowned paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren were called upon to help a family terrorized by a dark presence in a secluded farmhouse. The Conjuring Was directed by James Wan Cast: Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga, Lili Taylor, Ron Livingston, Joey King Was based on a true story Production Company: New Line Cinema Genres: Horror, thriller http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k10ETZ41q5o
Thailand The Kingdom of Thailand draws more visitors than any other country in southeast Asia with its irresistible combination of breathtaking natural beauty, inspiring temples, renowned hospitality, robust cuisine and ruins of fabulous ancient kingdoms. From the stupa-studded mountains of Mae Hong Son and the verdant limestone islands of the Andaman Sea, to the pulse-pounding dance clubs of Bangkok and the tranquil villages moored along the Mekong River, Thailand offers something for every type of traveller. By far the best time to visit is between November and February when the weather is kind and the beaches are at their finest
Stanford university Made by Kelli Kadak 11K 30.10.2012 Stanford university · Stanford is recognized as one of the world's leading universities. students have opportunities to participate in a remarkable range of activities. Through academic courses taught by renowned professors, research and public service opportunities, and an extraordinary breadth of extracurricular activities -- Stanford University prepares students to take on the great challenges of the day and become the next generation of leaders. Stanford university history In 1891, Stanford University opened its doors after six years of planning and building. · The university's first president was David Starr Jordan. · The official name is Leland Stanford Junior University
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Baron Lloyd-Webber (born 22 March 1948) is a British composer of musical theatre, the elder son of William Lloyd Webber and also the brother of renowned cellist Julian Lloyd Webber. Lloyd Webber started composing at the age of six and published his first piece at the age of nine. Lord Lloyd-Webber has achieved great popular success, with several musicals that have run for more than a decade both in the West End and on Broadway. He has composed 13 musicals, a song cycle, a set of variations, two film scores, and a Latin Requiem Mass. He has also gained a number
Form 11 J.M.WILLIAM TURNER ,,THE SLAVE SHIP" Painter: Full name is Joseph Mallord William Turner, born on the 23 April 1775 and died on the 19 December 1851. He was an English Romantic landscape painter, watercolourist and printmaker. Although renowned for his oil paintings, Turner is also one of the greatest masters of British watercolour landscape painting. He is commonly known as "the painter of light". Painting: The subject of the painting is the practice of 18th century slave traders who would throw the dead and dying human 'cargo' overboard during the middle passage in the Atlantic Ocean. Turner was inspired by two sources: by the Zong Massacre of slaves and by lines from
Bronx Zoo Bronx Zoo The Bronx Zoo is a zoo located in the Bronx, a borough of New York City, within Bronx Park. It is the largest metropolitan zoo in the United States and among the largest in the world. World renowned for its large and diverse animal collection, and its award- winning exhibitions. It comprises 107 ha of park lands and naturalistic habitats, through which the Bronx River flows. The zoo is part of an integrated system of four zoos and one aquarium managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums(AZA). Tickets Adult $20.65 online 13 & over $22.95 at gate Child $14.35 online 3-12 $15.95 at gate
the rest of California were purchased as part of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, thereby becoming part of the United States; Mexico retained the territory of Baja California. Los Angeles was incorporated as a municipality on April 4, 1850, five months before California achieved statehood. Los Angeles is one of the world's centers of business, international trade, entertainment, culture, media, fashion, science, technology, and education. It is home to renowned institutions covering a broad range of professional and cultural fields and is one of the most substantial economic engines within the United States. As the home base of Hollywood, it is known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World", leading the world in the creation of motion pictures, television production and recorded music. The importance of the entertainment business to the city has led many celebrities to call Los Angeles and its surrounding suburbs home.
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currency and postage stamps. San Marino is the oldest republic in the world and it has less than 30 000 inhabitants. There are 14 volcanoes in Italy, four of which are active: Etna, Stromboli, Vulcano and Vesuvius. Etna is also the activiest volcano in the world. 60% of cultural world heritage is in the Italy Venice is a city in northeast Italy sited on a group of 118 small islands separated by canals and linked by bridges. Venice is renowned for the beauty of its setting, its architecture and its artworks. The city in its entirety is listed as a World Heritage Site, along with its lagoon. Italian chefs produce more than 350 different types of pasta. Every Italian eats on average 25 kg of pasta per a year. The Venice International Film Festival is the oldest international film festival in the world. The Carnival of Venice is an annual festival, held in Venice. Today, approximately 3 million
textiles, iron and steel, chemicals, fertilizer, foodstuffs, commercial ship repair. South Africa's natural resources are gold, coal, iron ore, tin, uranium, gem diamonds, platinum, copper, salt and many others. CULTURE With a dynamic fusion of African, European and Asian influences, South Africa is a hotbed of originality and creativity. This is particularly evident in the music, which ranges from indigenous township rave music, known as kwaito, to world-renowned African jazz by such legendary talents as Hugh Masekela and Miriam Makeba. Theatre, too, is alive and well, with sophisticated venues in each city presenting everything from the classics to homegrown drama, dance and comedy. A range of galleries, shops, studios and streetside stalls exhibit traditional African art as well as contemporary fine art. But its people are South Africa's greatest asset - and it is the
San Francisco Siit võtta ainult juttu palun, mitte sama tööd õpetajale esitada. Introduction San Francisco is the 4th most populous city in California and the 14th most populous in the United States, with a population of 805,235 as of the 2010 Census. It is located on the tip of the San Francisco Peninsula and is the focal point of the Bay Area. It is renowned for its month long episodes of fog, steep rolling hills, eclectic mix of Victorian and modern architecture and liberal culture. Landmarks San Francisco has many famous landmarks, including The Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars and Chinatown. Golden Gate Bridge is San Franciscos most famous bridge. It was built in 19331937 . It's about 3 km long and 65 m above sealevel. 40 million people cross the bridge every year. Landmarks
One of these paintings is that of. Among the works created by Leonardo in the 1500s is the small portrait known as the Mona Lisa or ''la Gioconda", the laughing one. The painting is famous, in particular, for the elusive smile on the woman's face, its mysterious quality brought about perhaps by the fact that the artist has subtly shadowed the corners of the mouth and eyes so that the exact nature of the smile cannot be determined. The shadowy quality for which the work is renowned came to be called Leonardo's Smoke. During his lifetime Leonardo was valued as an engineer. In a letter to Ludovico il Moro he claimed to be able to create all sorts of machines both for the protection of a city and for siege. When he fled to Venice in 1499 he found employment as an engineer and devised a system of moveable barricades to protect the city from attack. He also had a scheme for diverting the flow of the Arno River in order to flood Pisa
TARTU Tartu is the second largest city of Estonia. In contrast to Estonia's political and financial capital Tallinn. Tartu is often considered the intellectual and cultural hub, especially since it is home to Estonia's oldest and most renowned university.Situated 186 km southeast of Tallinn, the city is the centre of southern Estonia. The Emajõgi river, which connects the two largest lakes of Estonia, crosses Tartu. The city is served by Tartu Airport. Tartu was the place where the northsouth road going above the major waterwaysriver.Thought to be the sixth8.Here is the hill fortress built centuries. In Tartu live 82268 Estonians, 15998 Russians, 1214 Finns, 491 Belorussians, 141 Jews, 140 Poles,
right in the heart of Tallinn. The theatre has two halls, cosy bars and elegant foyers. In addition to its 426-seat big auditorium a 159-seat small stage was opened in 1967. In 2004 70-seat Paintshop stage was opened. Estonian Drama Theatre is the nearest equivalent to an academic theatre we have in Estonia, and it stages both Estonian and world drama classics and contemporary plays. The Estonian Drama Theatre mainly plays classics, which are selected from world renowned dramas, Estonian literature, modern repertoire, more intimate plays requiring a small cast and less space, selected scripts from the contemporary Estonian authors and the producers' debut dramas. In these days the repertoire of Estonian Drama Theatre consists of the plays written by Shakespeare, Moliere, Calderon and also Friel, Bergman etc. The theatre is constantly searching for new plays written by Estonian authors. The performances are given in Estonian but the simultaneous translation
· The country has over 4,400 km of navigable rivers, canals and lakes. · The kapital of Neatherland is Amsterdam. There are no more bridges than any other city in the world. · Neatherland`s national flowers are tulips. LUKSEMBURG/ Luxembourg · Luxembourg is a small landlocked country, located in Western Europe · It is one of the smallest countries in Europe as well as the world. · Victor Hugo, the renowned French writer, stayed in Luxembourg in a picturesque town that lies close to the German border. The house where he lived has now been turned into a museum, which is very popular among the French and Dutch tourists. · The national flower is rose. · The national bird is Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) BELGIA/ Belgium · Europe`s tallest man is Belgian (Alain Delaunois, 2m30). · Belgian painters are credited to have invented oil painting in the 15th century.
For thousand of years scientists all over the world have sought for three main goals of alchemy. The most renowned goal of alchemy is the transmutation of any metal into gold or silver. Also they tried to create universal panacea. It's a remedy that would cure all diseases and prolong life indefinitely. The philosphper's stone was the key in these goals. This mythical substance could just as well be powder or liquid. Alchemy is considered as the precursor of the modern science of chemistry. The Philospher's stone is perhaps best known in Britain through the best-selling book and
Downtown Los Angeles is quickly becoming a landmark of itself, with development of billion dollar projects such as Wilshire Grand Tower I, rivaling the prominence of places such as Times Square. Los Angeles was founded on September 4, 1781, by Spanish governor Felipe de Neve. Los Angeles is a world center of business, international trade, entertainment, culture, media, fashion, science, technology, and education. Los Angeles is also home to renowned universities such as the University of Southern California and the University of California, Los Angeles. The main Los Angeles airport is Los Angeles International Airport The sixth busiest commercial airport in the world and the third busiest in the United States, LAX handled over 61 million passengers and 2 million tons of cargo in 2006. The Walk of Fame is very much a tribute to Johnny Grant, a sometime mayor of Hollywood and relentless promoter of Tinsel Town
Italy has well developed public and private transportation options Railway Busses High speed trains Waterways Airports Metros ENTERTAINMENT La Scala-worldknown theater in Milano Bagno il Faro- beachnightclub in Castiglione della Pescaia. VATICAN MUSEUMS The Vatican Museums are the museums of the Vatican City and are located within the city's boundaries. They display works from the immense collection built up by the Roman Catholic Church throughout the centuries including some of the most renowned classical sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world. COLOSSEUM Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level COLOSSEUM The Colosseum or Coliseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy
Inside the Tower Steps At the first platform the stairs continue up from the east tower and the third level summit is only accessible by lift. The actual count of stairs includes 328 steps to the first level, 340 steps to the second level and 18 steps to the lift platform on the second level. When exiting the lift at the third level there are 15 more steps to ascend to the upper observation platform. Overview Shape of the tower Eiffel and his engineers, as renowned bridge builders however, understood the importance of wind forces and knew that if they were going to build the tallest structure in the world they had to be certain it would withstand the wind. The shape of the tower was therefore determined by mathematical calculation involving wind resistance. Installations Since the beginning of the 20th century, the tower has been used for radio transmission. Until the 1950s, an occasionally modified set of antenna wires ran
Marie-Helene Sarapuu 8.b Uluru, also named as Ayers Rock, is a large sandstone rock in the central of Australia. Uluru and Kata Tjuta are the two major features of the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Uluru is sacred to the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, the Aboriginal people of the area. Uluru is one of Australia`s most recognisable natural icons (of course).The world-renowned sandstone is 348m high, 5 km long and 1,5km wide.It is interesting that Uluru changes colour as the different light strikes it at different times of the day and year.Uluru produce an incredible light show at sunset ,with crimsons turning to rusts and pinks to mauves.Uluru has also many springs, waterholes,rock caves and ancient paintings. Fauna and flora Historically, 46 species of native mammals are known to have been living in the Uluru
pioneer in space robotics having constructed the Canadarm, the Canadarm 2 and Dextre robotic manipulators for the ISS and NASA Canada today culture Canada has been historically influenced by British, French and aboriginal cultures and traditions Canadian visual art has been dominated by figures such as Tom Thomsonthe country's most famous painter and and by The Group of Seven . Canadian music industry has produced internationally renowned composers, musicians and ensembles Canada today culture Canada's official sports are ice hockey and lacrosse Canada has hosted several highprofile international sporting events, including the 1976 Summer Olympics, the 1988 Winter Olympics, the 1994 Basketball World Championship and the 2007 FIFA U20 World Cup Canada also hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics Klõpsake juhtslaidi teksti laadide redigeer ke juhtslaidi teksti laadide redigeerimiseks
Tartu Tartu is the second largest city of Estonia. In contrast to Estonia's political and financial capital Tallinn, Tartu is often considered the intellectual and cultural hub, especially since it is home to Estonia's oldest and most renowned university. Situated 186 km southeast of Tallinn, the city is the centre of southern Estonia. The Emajõgi river, which connects the two largest lakes of Estonia, crosses Tartu. The city is served by Tartu Airport. Tartu is also the seat of the Estonian University of Life Sciences, the Baltic Defence College, Estonian Aviation Academy , and the Estonian Ministry of Education and Research. Other notable institutions include the Supreme Court of Estonia (re-established in Tartu in autumn
and Islamic culture. Today, many aspects of Egypt's ancient culture exist in interaction with newer elements, including the influence of modern Western culture, itself with roots in ancient Egypt. (Art and architecture)The Egyptians were one of the first major civilizations to codify design elements in art and architecture. The wall paintings done in the service of the Pharaohs followed a rigid code of visual rules and meanings.Egyptian civilization is renowned for its colossal pyramids, colonnades and monumental tombs.The Cairo Opera House serves as the main performing arts venue in the Egyptian capital. (Music)Egyptian music is a rich mixture of indigenous, Mediterranean, African and Western elements. (Festivals)Egypt is famous for its many festivals and religious carnivals, also known as mulid. (Sport)Football is the Popular National Sport of Egypt.
... is famous for the Statue of Liberty, Empire State building, United Nations, museums, Broadway theaters, restaurants, Times Square, nightlife and shopping In 2010, New York City had a record number of tourists with 48.7 million Time square in 1922 and 2010 San Francisco ... is the financial, cultural, and transportation center of the San Francisco Bay Area ... is a popular international tourist destination, renowned for its chilly summer fog, eclectic mix of Victorian and modern architecture and its famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and Chinatown ... is eighteenth place in the world's top producing cities, ninth in the United States, and fifteenth place in the top twenty Global Financial Centers Alcatraz Alcatraz Island is an island located in the San Francisco Bay a military fortification a military prison
Ursula 10. klass Navajo Artwork Navajo Artwork The Navajo are well-known for their many crafts including weaving of blankets and rugs, silversmithing, basketry and sandpainting. Authentic Navajo art or handcraft consists of handmade items produced by a Native American craftsperson, using high-quality, natural materials that are not machine stamped. The Navajo people are regarded as being the pioneers of Native American art. They are particularly renowned for their rugs and unique silversmithing techniques. They were also pioneers when it came to basketry and are recognized the world over for their basket weaving skills. Rug Weaving Commercial production of handwoven blankets and rugs has been an important element of the Navajo economy. Rug weaving is another traditional Navajo art form. Navajo women believe the art of weaving was taught by Spider Woman, who constructed a loom
foot. Today, the city is growing rapidly, with modern buildings joining the old. The government of Estonia is located in Tallinn. Tallinn is a European Capital of Culture for 2011, along with Turku, Finland. Tartu is the second largest city of Estonia. Tartu in an area of 38.8 square kilometers In contrast to Estonia's political and financial capital Tallinn, Tartu is often considered the intellectual and cultural hub, especially since it is home to Estonia's oldest and most renowned university. The city is best known for being home to the University of Tartu, founded under King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden in 1632. The university is one of the largest employers, which explains the large proportion of highly skilled professionals researchers, professors, doctors. The solgan of Tartu is "The City of Good Thougths" Situated 186 km southeast of Tallinn, the city is the centre of southern Estonia. The river
documents in 1422, but by some accounts, it may be older still. The town councilgoverned pharmacy sold many other goods besides medicine. Over the centuries, it has changed slightly, but it still retains the flavour of bygone days, while it sells modern medicines. Medieval medicinal ingredients like bat powder and snakeskin are no longer available, but you can still try the fine spiced claret, renowned already in the Middle Ages. The House of the Brotherhood of Blackheads is nearly the only preserved Renaissance building in Tallinn. The Brotherhood of Blackheads emerged in 1399. The Brotherhood united the young, single merchants before they could be accepted into the Great Guild, as well as foreign merchants who were residing in Tallinn for longer periods but not permanently. The name of the Brotherhood is associated with their patron, the black St. Mauritius, an early Christian
ITALY Pizza When we think of Italian cuisine, the first thought that comes to mind is Pizza. Yes, Italian Pizza is renowned the world over. 1 tsp yeast (fresh or dried) 6 tbsp lukewarm water ½ tsp sugar 1 tbsp olive oil 1 cup plain flour 1 tsp salt Mix together the yeast, water and sugar in a clean and dry bowl. If you are using dried yeast, sprinkle over the water and sugar solution and mix till dissolved. Leave this bowl in a warm place until a froth forms on the top. Then stir in the olive oil. In the meanwhile, sift together the flour and salt in a large bowl, mix these two dry ingredients well
other men. After Wilde was released from prison he set sail for Dieppe by the night ferry. He never returned to Ireland or Britain. In 1883, Irish-born Oscar Wilde returned to London bursting with exuberance from a year long lecture tour of the United States and Canada. Full of talent, passion and, most of all, full of himself, he courted and married the beautiful Constance Lloyd. A few years later, Wilde's wit, flamboyance and creative genius were widely renowned. His literary career had achieved notoriety with the publication of "The Picture Of Dorian Gray". Oscar and Constance now had two sons whom they both loved very much. But one evening, Robert Ross, a young Canadian houseguest, seduced Oscar and forced him finally to confront the homosexual feelings that had gripped him since his schooldays. Oscar's work thrived on the realisation that he was gay, but his private life flew
England Sightseeings Stonehenge Is a prehistoric monument located in the English county of Wiltshire, about 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) west of Amesbury and 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) north of Salisbury. The dating of cremated remains found that burials took place as early as 3000 B.C, when the first ditches were being built around the monument. One of the most famous prehistoric sites in the world. The site and its surroundings were added to the UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites in 1986 in a co-listing with Avebury henge monument, and it is also a legally protected Scheduled Ancient Monument. Biggest stone is press 26 ton. Cambridge'is College was founded in the 13.century. this is world oldest ang the best collage. Oxford college Is founded in 1379. The College's motto, created by William of Wykeham, is "Manners Makyth Man" Lake District Also known as The Lakes or Lakeland, is a rural area in Nor...
Quebec, Canada from April 27 to October 29 The "Canadian Railroad Trilogy" is a song by Gordon Lightfoot that describes the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway. "Farewell to Nova Scotia" is a popular folk song from Nova Scotia of unknown authorship. It is believed to have been written just prior to or during the First World War. "Farewell to Nova Scotia" brings the listener back to an age when Nova Scotia was renowned for "wooden ships and iron men". Wooden Ships and Iron Men, now-classic 1924 book about the last days of the Age of Sail in Maritime Canada. Written by Frederick William Wallace. · The Age of Sail was the period in which international trade and naval warfare were dominated by sailing ships. · The Maritime provinces, also called the Maritimes or the Canadian Maritimes, is a region of Eastern Canada.
How many Madame Tussauds Wax Museums are their in the world? 21 Where is the museum housed in London? London Planetarium Who are the three celebrities on the front page of the Museum in London? Do you know them? Don’t know Which tube station do you have to reach to find the museum? The right tube station There is another famous museum of a fictional character at 221B Baker Street. Do you know whose? Sherlok Holmes Destination 6: Oxford Street How long is this renowned shopping street? 1.9km Which tube stations does it include? 4 – Marble Arch, Bond Street, Oxford Circus, Tottenham Court Road Which huge marble monument is located at the beginning of Oxford Street? Marble Arch What was it originally designed for? state entrance to the cour d'honneur of Buckingham Palace Destination 7: Hyde Park http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/Hyde- Park.aspx What is the name of the lake that divides the park into two? The Serpentine
Karekare is popular for its annual beach race day, in which local ponies and horses race to raise money for local causes. Beach race day is usually held in early April. 4. Kaiteriteri Beach, Nelson-Golden sand and the highest rate of sunshine hours in New Zealand mean Kaiteriteri Beach has all the prerequisites for an idyllic seaside experience. 5. Whale Bay, Raglan-The hills are covered with native trees, while the beach itself is world-renowned for its surf. The left-hand point break is a favorite of surfers. This is a great place to learn how to ride the waves, and there are plenty of surf schools in the area. Without guidance and tutelage, however, this isn't a place for "grommets" or beginner surfers. 6. Mission Bay, Auckland-With its bustling feel, vibrant restaurants, ice cream parlors, cafés and pubs, Mission Bay is definitely a city beach. A short drive from Auckland's central business district,
abundant in flora and fauna. Rare and beautiful species of orchids can be found in many places, and a large number of rare animals including seals live there. Tallinnis the capital and largest city of Estonia. Tallinn is the oldest capital city in Northern Europe Tartu is the second largest city of Estonia. Tartu is often considered the intellectual and cultural hub, especially since it is home to Estonia's oldest and most renowned university . Narva is the third largest city in Estonia. It is located at theeastern extreme point of Estonia, by the Russian border, on the Narva River which drains Lake Peipus. Pärnu is a popular summer vacation resort with many hotels ,restaurants, and large beaches. Otepää is the winter capital of Estonia. Tartu is a city of good thoughts. Pärnu has been known as the Estonia's Summer Capital. 68
more than half a century. In her lifetime, she won 13 Grammy awards and sold over 40 million albums. In 1938, at the age of 21, Ella recorded a playful version of the nursery rhyme, "ATisket, ATasket." The album sold 1 million copies, hit number one, and stayed on the pop charts for 17 weeks. Suddenly, Ella Fitzgerald was famous. By the 1990s, Ella had recorded over 200 albums. In 1991, she gave her final concert at New York's renowned Carnegie Hall. It was the 26th time she performed there. As the effects from her diabetes worsened, 76yearold Ella experienced severe circulatory problems and was forced to have both of her legs amputated below the knees. She never fully recovered from the surgery, and afterward, was rarely able to perform. During this time, Ella enjoyed sitting outside in her backyard, and spending time with Ray, Jr. and her granddaughter Alice.
Citizens agree, disagree, argue but not sheepish and are always active in the most positive sense and able to achieve decisions accepted for everyone. Economy: Since the world's best businessmen live in this society, there are constant investments from their side for the town to function properly. It is balanced. Many of the world-renowned wines come from this area although they never cite the name of the town giving different names of the other towns in Italy, Spain, France, Portugal to keep this one a secret. No predominant product. Agriculture is blooming so the majority of population lives from the home-grown and made products available at the market places. Amenities:
more bars and restaurants than any other street in the UK. Europe's busiest shopping area is Oxford Street, a shopping street nearly 1 mile (1.6 km) long -- which makes it the longest shopping street in the world -- and home to many shops and department stores including Selfridges. Knightsbridge -- home to the Harrods department store -- lies just to the southwest. London is home to designers Vivienne Westwood, Galliano, Stella McCartney, Manolo Blahnik, and Jimmy Choo among others; its renowned art and fashion schools make it an international centre of fashion alongside Paris, Milan and New York. London offers a great variety of cuisine as a result of its ethnically diverse population. Gastronomic centres include the Bangladeshi restaurants of Brick Lane and the Chinese food restaurants of Chinatown. There are a variety of regular annual events in the city. The beginning of the year is celebrated with the relatively new New Year's Day Parade, while
The Man from Archangel and Other Tales of Adventure (1925) The History of Spiritualism (1926) The Maracot Deep (1929) The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes Main characters: Sherlock Holmes, the amateur detective, chemist, violin player, boxer, and swordsman (among other talents), first appeared in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's A Study in Scarlet in the Beeton's Christmas Annual in 1887. Holmes is famous for his intellectual prowess, and is renowned for his skillful use of "deductive reasoning" while using abductive reasoning (inference to the best explanation) and astute observation to solve difficult cases. John Watson is a fictional character, the friend, confidant and biographer of Sherlock Holmes. In the stories, Watson shared lodgings with Holmes in large parts of the last two decades of the 1800s and soon emerged as the assistant and biographer of the great detective.
• Major scientific discoveriesinclude 1. Hydrogen by Henry Cavendish 2. Penicillin by Alexander Fleming 3. The structure of DNA by Francis Crick 4. And others Music • Notable composers of classical music from the United Kingdom are William Byrd, Henry Purcell, Sir Edward Elgar, Gustav Holst, Sir Arthur Sullivan, Sir W. S. Gilbert, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Benjamin Britten • The UK is also home to world-renowned symphonic orchestras and choruses such as the BBC Symphony Orchestra and the London Symphony Chorus • The Beatles have international sales of over one billion units and are the biggest- selling and most influential band in the history of popular music • Other prominent British contributors to have influenced popular music over the last 50 years include; The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Queen, the Bee Gees, and Elton John
Apart from the tile of the shells and the glass curtain walls of the foyer spaces, the building's exterior is largely clad with aggregate panels composed of pink granite. Significant interior surface treatments also include off-form concrete, Australian white birch plywood, and brush box glulam. Performance venues and facilities CONCERT HALL is the largest interior venue at Sydney Opera House. With its grand setting, gorgeous wooden panelling and cathedral-like ambience, the world-renowned Concert Hall is Sydney Opera House's most prestigious and majestic space. It delivers outstanding acoustics derived from its high vaulted ceiling and white birch timber and brush box panelling. Extraordinary venues call for incredible performances, which is why the elegant Concert Hall is a natural home to the Sydney Symphony, Australian Chamber Orchestra and Sydney Philharmonia Choirs. It's also a prime location for screenings, spoken-word performances and
Admiral Nelson o Commander of the British fleet o Defeated Napoleon's French fleet in the Battle of trafalgar o Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square in London commemorates the national hero who died during the battle Winston Churchill o politcian and statesman known for his leadership of the United Kingdom during the Second World War o PM 2 times Sir Francis Drake o an English sea captain, privateer, navigator, slaver, a renowned pirate, and a politician of the Elizabethan era. o He was second-in-command of the English fleet against the Spanish Armada in 1588. Dates 1066- Battle of Hastings 1455-1485- Wars of the Roses(Lancastrians-Yorkists) 1649-1660- England was a republic for the 1st and only time and was called "the Commonwealth" 1837-1901- the Victorian period 1707- The Act of Union(the Scottish parliament was dissolved and the former 2 kingdoms became one `United
state flag reflects the state's entry on the Union side during the American Civil War. Its first settlement was called Mormon Station. · Because of the largest city Las Vegas - the state is well known for its easy marriage and divorce proceedings, entertainment, legalized gambling and, in a few counties, legalized brothels. LAS VEGAS · is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Nevada, the seat of Clark County, and an internationally renowned major resort city for gambling, shopping, and entertainment. Las Vegas, billed as The Entertainment Capital of the World, is famous for the number of casino resorts and associated entertainment · Established in 1905, Las Vegas officially became a city in 1911. With the growth that followed, at the close of the century Las Vegas was the most populous American city founded in the 20th century. · The city's tolerance for various forms of adult entertainment earned it the
sauce (garum), and wool. History A shrinewith offerings to the goddess Tanit was established in the cave at Es Culleram, and the rest of the Balearic Islands entered Eivissa's commercial orbit after 400 BC. Ibiza was a major trading post along the Mediterranean routes. Ibiza began establishing its own trading stations along the nearby Balearic island of Majorca such as Na Guardis, from which large quantities of renowned Balearic slingers were hired as mercenaries who fought for Carthage. The island was reclaimed for Christendom by Aragonese King James I of Aragon in 1235. Since then, the island has had its own self- government in several forms but in 1715 King Philip V of Spain abolished the local government's autonomy. The arrival of democracy in the late 1970s led to the Statute of Autonomy of the Balearic Islands. Today the
A shrine with offerings to the goddess Tanit was established in the cave at Es Culleram, and the rest of the Balearic Islands entered Eivissa's commercial orbit after 400 BC. Ibiza was a major trading post along the Mediterranean routes. Ibiza began establishing its own trading stations along the nearby Balearic island of Majorca such as Na Guardis, from which large quantities of renowned Balearic slingers were hired as mercenaries who fought for Carthage. During the Second Punic War, the island was assaulted by the two Scipio brothers in 209 BC but remained loyal to Carthage. With Carthaginian military luck running out on the Iberian mainland, Ibiza was last used by the fleeing Carthaginian General Mago to gather supplies and men before sailing to Minorca and then to Liguria. Ibiza negotiated a favorable treaty with the
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Kayak in English Bay or test characterize Montreal. To truly gravity on the Capilano Suspension appreciate the city's majesty, Bridge before enjoying a scrumptious meal in the second- visit St. Joseph's Oratory, next largest Chinatown in North America. to Mont-Royal. This immense basilica crowns the skyline and provides an ideal vantage point. Zurich and Edinburgh Why go: Whether they're Why go: Renowned for swimming in Lake Zurich in the the Edinburgh summer or skiing down the Festival in August, this Scottish nearby Alps in the winter, city entertains guests year travelers find delight in Zurich. round. Set among steep hills Delectable pastry shops like Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh abound, as do museums and impresses visitors with its historic churches. Excellent historic sites along the Royal
It lies on the northern coast of Estonia, along the Gulf of Finland. The city is an important industrial, political and cultural center, and seaport. Through history Tallinn has also been called Reval among other less common names. Tartu Tartu is the second largest city of Estonia. In contrast to Estonia's political and financial capital Tallinn, Tartu is more intellectual and cultural city. It is home to Estonia's oldest and most renowned university the Tartu University. Tartu is situated between Lake Peipsi and Võrtsjärv. The Emajõgi River, which connects the two largest lakes of Estonia, crosses Tartu. Through history Tartu has been called Tarbatu, Dorpat, Dorpt, Derpt and Jurjev. Pärnu Pärnu is situated in South-western Estonia. It is a popular summer destination, a seaside resort, and a town with a lively cultural life. It has shady parks and quality restaurants, cafés,
(super 14 rugby) and the Magic ( ANZ cup netball). On the banks of the mighty Waikato River. Leafy. · Rotorua - famous for Maori culture, geysers and beautiful hot pools. · Napier - "Art Deco capital of NZ" The city was destroyed by an earthquake in 1931. Rebuilt in the style of art deco. Also famous as a wine region especially Bordeaux style reds and Cape Kidnappers. Home to a renowned golf course and the gannet breeding grounds and wildlife sanctuary. · Wellington - the national capital, also known as "The Windy City" - Parliament and the Beehive and the wonderful, free Te Papa museum. · Nelson - Safe and friendly, with New Zealand's highest sunshine hours. Nelson is the geographic centre of the country and surrounded by incredible coastal and mountain scenary, three stunning national parks, vineyards and orchards
American. US term for train staff member whose duties vary with different administrations but who is primarily responsible for train and passenger safety is conductor. Conductors are often also involved with ticket inspection and is common also in the UK (earlier term was guard). 5) What made the following places famous? Aspen, CO – Aspen, Colorado is a popular tourist destination in America, known for being expensive and being visited by the rich and famous. Aspen is a renowned Colorado ski town surrounded by many impressive local mountains. The term Aspenization derives from Aspen and means: “to turn an area, especially but not necessarily a municipality, into an expensive tourist attraction.” Aspenization is accompanied by rising real estate prices, more restaurants, and sometimes by higher taxes, making the area unaffordable or unlivable for workers or native residents.
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