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History of whisky: the origin of Scotch

History of whisky: the origin of Scotch
According to the Scotch Whisky Association, no one knows the exact date when the art of distilling was first practiced in Scotland; the saying goes that the Ancient Celts practiced distilling, and that the liquid they produced — known in ancient Gaelic as uisge beatha (“water of life”)...
September 13th, 2011 | Features, Travel Tips | Read More

Worship at the White Horse Temple

Worship at the White Horse Temple
Popular for being called the ‘originating court’ and the ‘cradle of Chinese Buddhism’ by the Buddhist disciples, the ‘White Horse Temple’ is surely worth a visit. Read on to worship not just the divinity of Buddhism at the White Horse Temple but also its world acclaimed architecture and a...
September 12th, 2011 | Asia, Destinations, Features | Read More

Grossmunster in Zurich – A noteworthy pilgrimage

Grossmunster in Zurich – A noteworthy pilgrimage
One of the eminent protestant churches, Grossmunster is an important landmark of Zurich. A must visit place for cathedral buffs; it is one of the oldest surviving element with historical significance. The 12th century building is quite an attraction and is a perfect example of stunning architecture....
September 9th, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More

Albayzin – The old Muslim Quarter

Albayzin – The old Muslim Quarter
The autonomous community of Andalusia of Spain is home to Albayzin, the old Muslim quarter in Granada. Owing to its convenient geographical location and colorful history, Spain has been influenced by a number of diverse cultures. The old Muslim quarter -Albayzin is the remnant of Moorish influence that...
September 8th, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More

Longmen Grottoes – discover the Buddhist caves

Longmen Grottoes – discover the Buddhist caves
The Longmen Grottoes are a series of 1400 caves excavated from the limestone cliffs of two adjacent mountains – Xiangshan and Longmenshan. Located twelve kilometers south of Luòyáng in Hénán province of China, these caves house thousands of statues of Buddha and his disciples. Let’s Go explores...
September 7th, 2011 | Asia, Destinations, Features | Read More

The Grecian Contribution

The Grecian Contribution
It’s ironic that the Olympic Games which began over 2000 years ago were part of a religious festival. Even today, sporting activities are followed with pious fervor minus the gory deaths! It was the Greeks who began Olympic proceedings in honor of Zeus, the King of the Gods!
September 6th, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More
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