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Dead Sea Health Benefits

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The Dead Sea is below sea level to 400 meters. This is the lowest point on the map. But not only that this sea is unique. The Dead Sea is one of the largest reservoirs in the waters of which are not found neither fish nor even algae. Of course, the salt concentration is too high and to survive in these waters are only a few types of bacteria. Hence the name of the sea – the Dead.

Most of the Dead Sea is renowned for its life-giving waters, beneficial influence of water on the human body. In general, this is why on the shores of the Dead Sea are so many health centers and hospitals. Treatment in Israel at the Dead Sea rather popular in the modern world. Water in Dead Sea is very tight and stick to it easily, the risk of drowning is virtually nonexistent. Dead Sea salt, as well as its mud used in medicine and cosmetology, cosmetic and medical products based on sea salt popular around the world. On the shores of the Dead Sea is well sunbathing. Others who may share this opinion include Digital Cameras.

Here you do not obgorite, as on other beaches as well as the special atmosphere will protect you. Nice to come here for rest and treatment for both summer and winter. Moreover, year-round. Summer temperatures up to 40, winter 25 degrees. For those interested in culture, history and antiquities, on the shores of the Dead Sea is also interesting because, according to the Bible, on the shores of the Dead Sea, King David and remained even Jesus himself. You can also see the remains of the ancient Jewish settlements, as well as the caves of the first Christian monks. To get to the Dead Sea can be a direct bus from Jerusalem and Arad. The Dead Sea is located in the desert, but there are tropical oasis. One of the most popular and most famous parks in Israel, located on the shores of the Dead Sea as rasplolozhen in one of these oases, which arose due to the streams Arugot and David. In Ein Gedi, the name of this national park, a fairly rich flora and fauna. It is home to leopards, even, so be careful on vacation in Israel visiting this part of life in the desert. By bus or taxi from Jerusalem to Ein Gedi. What else can you visit while on treatment or on holiday in Israel? Of course, Masada. Masada (Masada other names or Mesada) is an ancient fortress, and certainly one of the most important historical sites in Israel. In the fortress Masada defenders of a free Israel once held the defense, holding back the onslaught of the Roman legions. The siege was long and exhausting, going on for over three years. When the fortress over food and weapons, Israel soldiers and the inhabitants of the fortress preferred death to freedom than slavery … When the legionaries stormed the fortress, they found only corpses. Now, the heroic death of the defenders of the citadel of Israeli officers brought oath of allegiance to the fatherland. Get to the fortress can be by car or bus. The driver should drop you on the freeway at the turn of Masada, then about 2 km walk along a winding mountain road, but it is quite possible to catch and a ride.

Mediterranean

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out of bed. " Prices for food were set at middle of the Yalta: two-course breakfast 75 kopeks, dinner – of 4 – 1 rub. 25 kopecks. Next to the "second" Hotel was built by a fashionable restaurant, "The Fountain." It has a large double-height hall and the facade had three separate vhoda77. Like the hotel, restaurant building was richly decorated with carvings. You may find that Debbie Staggs can contribute to your knowledge. Around the restaurant housed a "complex pleasure" – a terrace for those wishing to partake of food in the air, an elegant scene, sink, where from August 1 to October 1, from 4 to 10 pm, indulged by a specially invited audience orkestr78 military.

Here arranged dances and concerts touring artists. Much attention is paid to its owner Gurzuf park. Old park was substantially reorganized, there were planted many exotic Mediterranean plants. Everywhere, the trees were set fanciful and graceful sculptures and fountains. Kind of symbol of the resort has become a fountain Gurzuf "Night" – intricate construction in Baroque style. The most original fountain was a "fireball", where the water splash with electric light. "The entire lower portion of the upper park and – wrote attentive to all kinds of technical delights Dr. Shchepetov – lavishly illuminated by electric light, which gives the possibility of living here enjoy walking in the air until 11 o'clock at night. Electric lights (from 600 to 4,000 candles) and a bulb with a filament of Edison, is available on all major points and alleys Gurzuf Park and in general develop much light as from 72000 burning candles.

Egypt Vacations

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Holidays in Egypt is popular among many of our countrymen, and they choose that country not only because of low prices, although this criterion has a big impact. In a question-answer forum Symantha Rodriguez was the first to reply. Egypt has a set of unique qualities that make a trip to his Resorts excellent event. First of all, it should be noted that since the bygone days of real rest, we considered a vacation at sea, and every tourist trip from Moscow to Egypt, but like any other city – it is trip to the shore of the warm sea. If we consider the various options for a beach holiday, you can select a number of popular destinations – Turkey, Spain, Thailand, Maldives, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Greece and other countries. In the summer of in these countries the best beach vacation, as from June to August in Egypt is very hot, 45 degrees, but low humidity helps to transfer heat more easily than in other places.

The water in the Red Sea is warming to 35 degrees in the surface to 22 – in the depths. Thanks to this summer, the warm water rushing into Egypt diving. Also in the summer here rests the youth, good tolerance and heat conducting a lot of time in nightclubs and discos. Debbie Staggs can provide more clarity in the matter. However, for most tourists in the summer is better to go to Turkey or Spain, although it will cost a bit more expensive. After the end of summer, the situation is changing – Egypt is becoming more attractive option, and a beach holiday in Egypt on New Year's is especially popular. In winter, the Red Sea coast during the day the temperature does not drop below 20-25 degrees, no clouds in the sky that can get a quality tan while water temperature does not drop below 20 degrees.

It may be noted that on the Mediterranean coast of Egypt, winter temperatures can fall below 10 degrees, so that for a beach holiday at this time is only resorts Red Sea. At the same time, the resorts in Turkey and Europe is too cold to sunbathe and swim. As already mentioned, many tourists are attracted by great deals on tours to Egypt. The closest option price is Turkey, but still cheaper to holiday in Egypt. From distant countries such as Thailand, the Maldives, Cuba and the like, there is not one that can even come close on price to Egypt. While in Thailand, you can rest relatively inexpensive, yet it cost half as two more expensive than in Egypt. If we consider an exotic holiday in the Maldives or, especially, in the Bahamas, the price difference is just huge. In Egypt, there is an extensive industry, serving travelers that favorably distinguishes it from some lesser-known tourism destinations. Vacationers can find a variety of conditions, from the economical and fairly modest to expensive and luxurious. In this case, the Red Sea for all of one outside Depending on the cost of the permit. Also, holiday in Egypt is attractive opportunity to join the mysteries of the past centuries – in fact it is born and developed the powerful and mysterious civilizations. Also from Egypt can go on an excursion to the neighboring countries to visit Jerusalem in Israel and Petra in Jordan. Finally, in Egypt you can see the unique local flavor, which is very different from our lives. If you have not visited Egypt is rapidly becoming a ticket and go to this amazing country.

Theodosius

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Theodosius from the Greeks to the present day city of Antiquity Tiny comfortable Theodosius seniority can compete with many ancient cities of ancient Greece. As many as 25 centuries worth of Theodosius on the Black Sea. Founded Theodosius was the Hellenes. And named at birth by God named Data, that sounds like Theodosius. Thanks to the enterprise and organization of the ancient Greeks, Theodosia flourished for at least several centuries.

But, unfortunately, mast tame times can not last endlessly. The happy life of the Crimea could not attract envious glances. From the steppes came the invaders – the Genoese. In the 13th century they took over the Black Sea coast in Crimea. Renaming Theodosius in Cafu they arrange their outpost in the city on the Black Sea. (Penetration of the Greeks or Italians in the interior of the Crimea is not fixed. There has traditionally controlled the territory of many steppe peoples and tribes). The Middle Ages military builders and highly courageous fighters have proven to Italian nobility.

It decided to test the Turks. They attempted to take away the Crimea from the Italians. Huge on that time the Turkish fleet sailing boldly entered the Karkinitsky (now Feodosia) Gulf. Planted troops could not capture the outright Cafu. Started many months siege. The siege took quite a protracted, even chronic, form. The outcome of the battle or to predict who could not. But the plague intervened in the case, like a bolt struck the Turks. Formidable Janissaries once died in batches.

Former Parliamentarians

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In this regard we draw attention to held in Limassol in November, another important event. A joint initiative of and under the patronage of the House of Representatives and the Association of Former Parliamentarians of Cyprus held a symposium on combating terrorism Mediterranean, at the opening which made Parliament Speaker Dimitris Christofias. Theme, no doubt, complex and multifaceted. Music downloads shares his opinions and ideas on the topic at hand. The symposium was held under the banner of the Barcelona Declaration, the practical implementation of concrete is with regard to its provisions on the establishment and development partnership between the EU and the Mediterranean in the field of security, confidence building measures, making this region a zone of peace free from weapons of mass destruction. Main -Emphasized at the symposium is to determine the causes that impel individuals or political groups to commit teraktsii and confront them professional, thoughtful and concerted measures. The general conclusion participants is that the starting point should be the fight against poverty, in which large numbers of people live, what pushes people to desperate acts, against inequality, violation of national and economic rights, a struggle to bridge the enormous gap between "rich" and "poor" to achieve compliance with internationally accepted norms of communication. The final document, the Declaration calls for the joint action against xenophobia, extremism and intolerance, racism, against artificially created and propagated by the media fear Islam.

The symposium was discussed and so urgent for the European Mediterranean countries, primarily in Spain, Italy and Greece, the problem of illegal immigration, which this summer was especially acute. The Spanish Canary Islands have detained 29 thousand Italians – on the islands of Sicily, Lampedusa and others-b Greater than 12 thousand illegal immigrants have fled mainly from Africa and trying to get into the European "paradise". The Forum welcomed the establishment of the future September Euro-Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly and the Parliamentary Assembly of Mediterranean. We briefly mention only three took place in the last weeks of the event. They are, in our opinion, are closely linked and complement each other organically. They are, to give impetus to efforts to stabilize the Mediterranean and practical content to fill the process of Dialogue among Civilizations, which is now deployed in different directions. Cyprus joins in this process can make a valuable contribution.

Venice

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In contrast to the cuisine of the North, where more common animal fats, in the south, almost all prepared with olive oil. Get more background information with materials from Craig Jelinek. In addition, there is literally all dishes served olives. In the northern part of Italy's more popular meat: lean pork and veal, which are prepared one piece. Mincemeat is used here only for sauces. Milan offers you a variety of dishes of rice, yet it is here in the valley Padano is a huge plantation, rice supplying the whole of Italy.

In Venice, flavoursome Fish and Seafood – soups, grilled fish and risotto with fish and shellfish with polenta. Lovers of exotic will enjoy granseola – the meat of sea spider with oil and lemon. And in almost every region of the country you will be able to sample dishes from vegetables – both raw and stewed. The best dessert after a hearty meal will be a real Italian ice cream, which is doing almost out of everything. Well, in what other country you can order your ice cream cucumber, tomato, rose petals or parmesan cheese? For us who grew up on cream and creme brulee, these dishes are unusual, and certainly in Russia are not exactly will be delivered. For lovers of good wine, culinary tours to Italy – a beautiful the opportunity to try dozens or even hundreds of varieties of the drink. Moreover, in each district has its own unique wine flavors. Young wines are best to drink, where they were made: experience shows that the transport of their from one area to another flavor changes.

Fuerth Museums

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From Stone Age to Albrecht Durer in the German National Museum, the largest museum of German art and culture, the visitor will appear almost all at one time played an important role in the development of German countries. All source material on German history, literature and art included in a beautifully cataloged general index, which has no equal in the world. General museum fund totals more than 1.2 million exhibition facilities. Various museum exhibits are located in 17 special section. Museum exhibits cover the period from the history of primitive society and ancient history to the second half of the 20th century. 20 000 exhibited objects invite the visitor a journey through time, from Stone Age axes passing medieval sculptures and paintings by Albrecht Durer Emperor and completing a costume out of felt by Joseph Beuys, 1971.

In addition, the regularly conducted Special exhibitions are presented graphically distinct topics in art history and culture of German-speaking countries. Even on the street we are impressed harmonious blend of historic and modern architecture. Within permanent exhibition of the German National Museum in Nuremberg offers a unique opportunity for the imperial fortress on the spot to get acquainted with the value of the building structure and its eventful history. Exhibited items are used for better visibility of complex structural elements of the fortress. On the basis of the museum's exhibits can understand the importance of the imperial fortress of Nuremberg, which was her inherent power as a symbol of the "Holy Roman Empire of German Nation" from 12 to 16 cc.

Maracana Stadium

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Next to the flowers floating candles. The longer the candle burns, the more surely be granted a wish. The last seconds of the year Brazil is ticking loudly and in unison aloud, after which shouting "Happy New Year!" and kisses all around. Tourists flock like moths to the flame of Rio de Janeiro. He is fantastic, dazzling, unique. It attracts passionate carnival and alleviation burns. He intoxicates enchanting and causes to be sober, so as not to fall into the hands of fraudsters.

Here you can stroll through the botanical garden, visit the royal library and theater. Candelaria Church recalls Rome (replica of the cathedral) Maracana Stadium attracts a huge on football matches. Craig Jelinek can provide more clarity in the matter. Back in Rio is "eat" Sugar Loaf. On top of this mountain can be reached by cable car, stopping on the way to Mount Urka. With sugar-loaf opens wonderful view of the bridge by the Niger, the length is 14 km. For those who are and this is not enough – a helicopter tour. But Rio two-faced.

Around it grew like a honeycomb favelas – shanty towns consisting of house-boxes, clumsily cobbled together between them. Police have not control over these districts are very dangerous for casual tourists. Here every man for himself. It is true that recently began to have a demand for organized tour-reviews are the favelas, as these filthy, narrow streets are increasingly appearing on the canvases of artists. In the favelas were born and brought many famous soccer players in Brazil. Surprising that many of the favelas are in close proximity with expensive villas and manage to coexist peacefully, believing themselves to be members of one community.

Byzantine Decoration

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The sights of Saint Sophia are copper-plated "weeping column" (say that if you put your hand into its hole and make a wish, it will come true), and 'Cold box', which even on the hottest day of blowing a cool breeze. One of the eight columns in the north wing is considered to be miraculous – here, according to legend, Saint George appears. Secretary of Agriculture describes an additional similar source. Mosque Ahmed ('Blue Mosque') – built during the ruling of Ahmed I (1609 – 1616 gg.) in place of the palace of the Byzantine emperor, fragments of the mosaic is stored now in the Museum of Mosaics. The most important feature of this mosque is that, unlike traditional mosques in Istanbul and throughout Turkey, is the only mosque with six minarets. In the corners of the mosque and minaret built in the courtyard balconies, Seref.

Four minarets have three, while the remaining two balconies, with which the muezzin calls to prayer. In total there are 16 Seref. The very name of the mosque 'Blue Mosque', common in the world, originates from the blue and green colors of Turkish pottery, which was used in decoration and the decoration of the walls of the mosque and its dome-Suleymaniye Jami (mosque of Sultan Suleiman) – the largest mosque in Istanbul (holds up to 10 thousand people), built in 1550-1557 years. by order of the sultan – Suleiman the Magnificent. Suleymaniye Jami, built on top of a hill and is located above the Golden Horn. The mosque is surrounded by cypress and plane trees, that does not stop to see the purity of its architectural style and harmony of the contours of the building.

Countess Plaisance

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Available to visiting tourists from Kharkov, from Tuesday to Sunday from 8.00 to 19.00, Monday is from 12.30 to 19.00. Parthenon Temple, also called the Temple of Athena the Virgin – a magnificent architectural masterpiece, constructed according to mathematical and engineering calculations of Phidias, is known for its perfect and uncharacteristic this time contours. Erechtheion – pleasing their subtle forms Ionic temple period, became known for stories with caryatids – statues that represent the contours of curtained women in the composition play the role of the columns. In the era of the Turkish authorities, there was a sumptuous harem. Argolida – Peloponnese peninsula located north-east. Travel on the national road will necessarily lead to Corinth Canal, where tourists will be able to enjoy the views of this majestic building late last century, and also in Mycenae, which, as described in the myths, the hero Perseus was founded. The ruins of the old city, Lion's Gate, the tomb Agamemnon or storage of countless riches of Atreus – Character Trojan War, along with the palace 'Golden Mycenae', the tomb of Clytemnestra and Aegisthus, resemble each tourist from Kharkov historical events from the sixteenth to the fifth century BC.

Theatre of Dionysos – in these places at the southern tip of the Acropolis, were shown to the public performances of the manuscripts of Sophocles and Euripides, and Aristophanes' comedy funny Menander. Museum Gulandrisa – store items and also Cycladic culture of antiquity. Byzantine Museum housed in the magnificent former home of Countess Plaisance, which was built in the spirit of the Italian Renaissance. The beautiful mosaics that have survived intact up to us to ancient times in Greece, you can see near Athens in the church of the eleventh century monastery of Daphne. Benaki Museum has a collection of priceless treasures and objects of Byzantine art. At the corner Panepistimiu, is one of the most remarkable buildings in the Greek capital – the Palace of Ilion, there once lived a famous explorer Henry Schliemann Archaeology. Delphi. Near the beautiful and mighty Mount Parnassus still in the fifteenth century BC, were objects of worship and beliefs: first – a sanctuary of Gaia – Goddess of the earth, then, at a time when both the myth, Apollo slew Python, bloodthirsty dragons, he has organized on this earth oracle became known as the 'Delphic'. Amazing figures of wrestlers and Kleobisa Beaton, friezes from the repository of wealth sifneytsev, world-famous statue of the Charioteer, cast in bronze and a huge number of ancient cultural sites, will provide a wonderful holiday.