Discovering Science and Technology in Singapore
The idea of creating a facility that was dedicated to the promotion of science and technology, and creating an attraction that would fascinate and educate the public on the magnificence of science, was put forward in 1969. After the government had approved the establishment of the centre, architects from across the country submitted their designs, but it was the design by Raymond Woo that was eventually selected. On 10 December 1977, the doors to the Singapore Science Centre swung open and it has captivated the imaginations of young and old ever since.
Europe - Editor - 28 April 2008
The Fascinating Biosphere 2 in Arizona
Biosphere 2, nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains about 30 miles north of Tucson, started off as an experiment and went on to become one of Arizona’s biggest tourist attractions. More than 2.3 million people have visited Biosphere 2 since 1991, and crowds continue to be enthralled by the sheer magnitude of the project.
Europe - Editor - 23 April 2008
Ollantaytambo Gives Insight into the Inca Empire
Situated at an altitude of 2792 meters above sea level, Ollantaytambo is a city in the Sacred Valley of the Incas approximately 60 km northwest of Cuzco in Peru’s Southern Sierra region. Although Ollantaytambo is now a modern city, much of the ancient part of the town, with several walled blocks, each with its own entrance leading into a central courtyard surrounded by houses, remains as it was originally built in Incan times. As interesting as the city of Ollantaytambo is, however, the main tourist attraction is the fascinating Inca ruins situated nearby.
Europe - Editor - 21 April 2008
Explore the Intriguing Wonders of the Frisian Islands
The Frisian Islands make up a formation known as an archipelago. They are spread out along the coastline of the North Sea and extend through the territories of Germany, the Netherlands and Denmark. Together, the three countries fight to conserve the spectacular wildlife and natural landscapes of the Frisian Islands, by establishing reserves and protected areas, often battling the economic sector to protect the islands.
Europe - Editor - 16 April 2008
Shakespeare Comes to Life at London’s Globe Theatre
The next time you take a stroll through London, why not make a turn into Bankside and rediscover Shakespeare at London’s Globe Theatre? William Shakespeare is certainly no stranger to most of us. His plays have been immortalized in film and theatre and have survived the 392 years since his death with the greatest ease. Shakespeare himself is known as England’s national poet and is credited with being the greatest writer in the English language. Little wonder then, that authorities in England saw fit to have Shakespeare’s own theatre recreated for the benefit of future generations.
