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How The Maldives Became Muslim
Did you ever wonder how the Maldives became Muslim? Located just southwest of India, which is predominantly Hindu, and Sri Lanka, which is predominantly Buddhist, it does make on wonder how this came to be. The story behind it is a legend, that includes an Arab trader from Morocco, who was visiting the Maldives in the 12th century. How The Maldives Became Muslim Buddhist since around the 3rd century BC, the last Buddhist King of the Maldives converted to Islam in the 12th century. He become a Sultan and took the name Muhammad al-Adil. All because the Maldives was an important stop for Arab traders at that time, and one…
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15 Top Must-See Vienna Attractions
Learn the top 15, must-see attractions of Vienna, Austria’s capital and one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Known for its artistic and intellectual legacy from Mozart, Beethoven, and Sigmund Freud, you will marvel at its elegant architecture and Old World charm, while you experience its vibrant, modern energy, listen to amazing music, and see world-class art. 15 Top Attractions In Vienna Schönbrunn Palace Schönbrunn, the most visited site here, tops the list of attractions in Vienna. This baroque beauty was the main summer home of the Habsburgs for centuries. Its name Schönbrunn means “beautiful spring”, from artisanal spring water once used by the court. There are over well 1,000 Rococo style rooms,…
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Irish Whiskey Tasting In Dublin | 7 Experiences
If you’re planning a visit to Dublin, make sure to add an Irish Whiskey tasting experience or two (or three) to your itinerary. This historical whiskey powerhouse is making a vibrant revival with outstanding tasting options. Not only can you have a tasing experience with Jameson, the best selling Irish Whiskey in the world, there are also some amazing small batch and boutique distilleries making their mark with award-winning Irish Whiskeys. And trust me, they taste great! Brief History of Irish Whiskey In Irish, whiskey is uisce beatha, pronounced /ish-ka ba-ha/, which translates to “the water of life”. The way they say it there, the words sound almost like “whiskey.…
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Ultimate South Korea Travel Guide
This travel guide for South Korea features the top places to visit, how to get around, safety, scams, logistics, and more to help you plan the ultimate independent adventure. From high-tech, megacity Seoul to quiet rural villages, dotted with ancient Buddhist temples, sprawling Joseon Dynasty palaces, fascinating historic villages, vibrant markets, a lively nightlife, and beautiful islands, South Korea offers something for everyone. Note: The information in this ultimate travel guide and posts on South Korea are updated January 2023. Top Attractions In South Korea Seoul Seoul, one of the the most populous cities in the world, offers a complex contrast of ultra-modern skyscrapers, bustling streets, ancient temples, traditional villages,…
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Best Things To Do On Jeju | Korea’s Hawaiian Island
Jeju island, Korea’s Hawaii, is a volcanic island about 80 miles (130 km) off Korea’s southern coast. Created by volcanic activity over 2 million years ago, this gem is abundantly rich in natural beauty. It’s a great escape from bustling Seoul or Busan, full of scenic coastal views, beautiful waterfalls, excellent hiking, some of the world’s best volcanic lava tubes, and a ton of educational and quirky boutique museums, providing many things to see and do. Need more convincing of Jeju’s beauty? How about this. It’s the first, and only recipient of UNESCO’s Triple Crown! UNESCO awarded it as a Biosphere Reserve in 2002, a World Natural Heritage site in…
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Top Places To Visit In Seoul South Korea
Learn the top places to visit in Seoul, a megacity and the capital of South Korea. This bustling metropolis is a fascinating mix of modern skyscrapers, ancient Buddhist temples, centuries old traditional villages, Joseon Dynasty palaces, serene parks, interesting markets, amazing food, and much more. It’s also surprisingly easy to navigate with an excellent subway system, even for those that do not speak Korean. Top Places To Visit In Seoul Korea Top Palaces The palaces of the last dynastic kingdom of Korea, the Joseon Dynasty are definitely one of the top places to visit in Seoul. The Joseon Dynasty, which ruled here for 500 years, represented the height of classic…
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Ultimate Israel Travel Guide
This travel guide for Israel features the top places to see, how to get around, safety, money matters, logistics, and more to help you plan the ultimate independent visit. Israel packs in a lot for such a small country. Best known for Jerusalem, its top destination, which is loaded with important ancient religious sites including the most revered Holy sites for Jews, Christians, and Muslims, there’s really so much more. There’s Bethlehem, birthplace of Jesus, the Art on the West Bank Wall, which mostly expresses anti-wall sentiments, Jericho, the oldest city in the world, the fascinating Dead Sea, hip Jaffa, a booming travel destination full of important history and lovely…
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Exploring Old City Jaffa In Israel
Exploring the Old City of Jaffa is a fun and fascinating way to spend a day when visiting Israel. Also known as Yafo, Yafa, Japho, and Joppa, Jaffa is one of the oldest port cities in the world. Some say it’s over 4,000 years old! Historically claimed by the Egyptians, Canaanites, Philistines, Assyrians, Babylonians, Romans, Ottomans, and many more, there’s an incredible depth of history and diversity here. Modern Tel Aviv grew out of this port city, eventually eclipsing Jaffa, which is now a neighborhood of Tel Aviv, officially called Tel-Aviv Yafo. This area, rich with multiple conquests and re-conquests, from many cultures, is a hot travel destination. With beautiful Mediterranean beaches,…
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5 Impressive Facts On Israel
When you travel, you sometimes learn things about a country that surprise you. Israel is definitely one of those places for me. It is so much more than I expected. Yes, I expected amazing historical and religious sites, but there’s so much more to Israel than its travel destinations. So much more than what you see at your first look. For a country the size of New Jersey, there’s a lot going on in Israel. It’s is a very powerful country, with many interesting facts. Here are 5 facts on Israel that really surprised, and impressed me. 5 Impressive Facts On Israel 1. Israel Is Known As The “Startup Nation”…
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Top Things To Do In Jerusalem
The Old City of Jerusalem is one of the holiest places in the world, revered by Christians, Muslims, and Jews. A destination for sacred pilgrimage journeys for millions around the world as well as you and me. The space contained by the walls surrounding Jerusalem Old City is very small, only .35 square miles (.9 km²), yet it’s so densely packed with history and important religious sites, it’s actually a bit overwhelming. Whatever faith or religion you follow, you will be amazed by the staggering history here and the impact it’s had on our collective civilization. There is something for everyone here. This post covers the top things to do…
