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For 30 years of his life, St. Patrick brought hope and optimism in the lives of Ireland, by establishing churches and monasteries across the country. The day of his death, March 17, 461 A.D., has since been a day for the Irish to celebrate the divinity of the saint for converting the pagans to Christianity: driving the snakes (symbolic of evil) from Ireland. From then onward, the celebration has spread worldwide thus making the event a grand celebration. In America, where there are more people of Irish descent than in Ireland itself, Celebrated St. Patrick's Day has become a cultural icon and across the world Irish and non-Irish alike join the party.

Delhi is an ancient city. There are many famous monuments in Delhi which serve as testaments to Delhi's illustrious past. Delhi is a city with an impressive and remarkable history. Standing as a witness to this interesting bygone era are the various monuments of Delhi. From the Old Fort to the Tughlaqabad area to the various tombs in the city, each one represents a separate period in the history of Delhi. In the area of New Delhi, historical places and monuments cover mostly those that were built during the time of the British like the Parliament House, President's House, the India Gate etc.

Diwali is a festival of lights observed on the 15th day of the month of Kartika in the Hindu calendar. Diwali (Dīvali, Dīpāwali, or Deepavali) is a festival of lights observed on the 15th day of the month of Kartika in the Hindu calendar. Many people in the United Kingdom celebrate Diwali each year.

Cape Town is the Mother City of Africa, and the Western Cape, an area which is regarded as one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Human communities had lived in the Cape Peninsula and Western Cape long before the beginning of the Christian era, surviving by hunting, fishing and gathering edible plants and...

The Greek Orthodox wedding ceremony is an ancient and beautiful service. A unique part of the ceremony is that the Bride and Groom do not say any vows. The ceremony itself shows the couples? willingness to come forward and be married, and accept God into their new home.

Christmas is the perfect time to forget all the tensions and indulge in to the festive mood. The festival of Christmas is time for spreading love and joy! When love is in the air, the festive celebrations become even more special. Christmas is considered as one of the most romantic holidays of a year. It's a perfect time for spending time with that special him/ her.

Kidney cancer is the eighth most common cancer in men and the tenth in women. The most common type of kidney cancer is renal cell carcinoma that forms in the lining of the renal tubules in the kidney that filter the blood and produce urine.

Cricket is a well established team sport which incorporates a ball and a bat and it has been one of the most popular sports in the world for several hundreds of years. It involves two teams that consist of 11 players each and one game can last up to several days. The teams play the game on a pitch and during each game they indulge in fielding, batting, and bowling. Cricket originates from England but throughout the years it has become increasingly popular in Sri Lanka, India, Australia, Pakistan and South Africa.

Lesedi African Lodge & Cultural Village is the perfect venue for those seeking a taste of Africa while holding a conference or African team building event. Lesedi African Lodge and Cultural Village offers the opportunity of experiencing the south african cultures and traditions of the people of Africa. Located in the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the village is only a 45-minute drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria.

Chittorgarh Fort has received the credit of being the largest fort of India. The massive fort is located on a high hill near the Gambheri River in Chittorgarh. Chittorgarh Fort lies at a distance of 112 kms from the city of Udaipur in Rajasthan. This fort was built by various Maurya rulers in the 7th century.

The reproductive system is a collection of organs that work together for the purpose of producing a new life. Scientists argue that the reproductive system is among the most important systems in the entire body. Without the ability to reproduce, a species dies.

The city of Flagstaff is an ideal launching pad for exploring the assortment of national monuments in northern Arizona that protect natural and man-made wonders. Among the latter are villages known as pueblos and cliff dwellings that attest to the ingenuity of the ancient people that inhabited the region many centuries ago.

Winter is the time when our skin suffers the most. Cracking, itching and flaky dry skin is a common problem during this season. If you're on the go, you're facing a snowy challenge. Before the frost starts nipping at your face, take note of these few reminders that will help your winter skin care survive the draft while you're traveling:

A kidney transplant or a renal transplant is basically a surgical process where the kidney of the donor (the person who is willing to donate kidney) is removed and that is being replaced into the body of the recipient (i.e. patient suffering from pathetic renal failure).

Culture is a term that defines the growth and development of a human being by the influence of the social and political situation. Indian culture is a blend of various cultures across the world, at different points in history and also its own rich traditions. Though development and modernity has set in. the people of India remain rooted in their strong and rich heritage.

Most people associate French culture with Paris, which is a center of fashion, cuisine, art and architecture, but life outside of the City of Lights is very different and varies by region. Historically, the French culture was influenced by Celtic and Gallo-Roman cultures as well as the Franks, a Germanic tribe. France was initially defined as the western area of Germany known as Rhineland but it later came to refer to a territory that was known as Gaul during the Iron Age and Roman era.

Mombasa is the second biggest city in Kenya, lying on the Indian Ocean. It has a chief port and an international airport. Mombasa is one of Africa's chief tourist targets, with some of the top beaches in the world. Located on Kenya's Eastern coastline adjacent to the Indian Ocean, Mombasa has developed into a popular...

Austria is beautiful year round, but You think the most idyllic and romantic time is in the weeks before Christmas. Despite the cold and the snow everyone is outside having a good time at the Christkindlmarkt, an open-air market