Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia - Kashmir
Kashmir is a region between the northern part of South Asia and the southern part of Central Asia. The term Kashmir historically describe...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Skiing - Types Of Skiing
Many different types of skiing are popular, especially in colder climates, and many types of competitive skiing events are recognized by ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - History
For history of Kashmir prior to the 19th century, see History of Kashmir. Kashmir - Modern history. Kashmir passed from the control of ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - History
The Syracuse area was first seen by Europeans when French missionaries came to the area in the 1600s. A group of Jesuit priests, soldiers...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - North Vancouver British Columbia District Municipality: Encyclopedia Ii - North Vancouver British Columbia District Municipality - History
Slightly over 200 years ago, the people of the Squamish and Burrard Bands of the Coast Salish tribe living on the North Shore had their f...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Public Transport In Istanbul: Encyclopedia Ii - Public Transport In Istanbul - Metro
The construction of the underground railway in Istanbul began in 1992. The first line between Taksim and 4th Levent started servicing on ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - History
The Syracuse area was first seen by Europeans when French missionaries came to the area in the 1600s. A group of Jesuit priests, soldiers...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - History
For history of Kashmir prior to the 19th century, see History of Kashmir. For information regarding on-going conflict see History of the ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tian Tan Buddha: Encyclopedia Ii - Tian Tan Buddha - Description
The statue is named Tian Tan Buddha because its base is a model of Tian Tan, the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. It is one of the five large...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Banff Alberta: Encyclopedia Ii - Banff Alberta - History
The town was founded by the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1880 as a tourist destination. It was named after the burgh of Banff in Scotland....   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bansko: Encyclopedia Ii - Bansko - Legends
There are several legends about who founded Bansko. According to one of them, Bansko was founded by people who lived in Dobarsko, a villa...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - San Diego Zoo: Encyclopedia Ii - San Diego Zoo - History
The San Diego Zoo grew out of exotic animal exhibitions that accompanied the 1915 Panama-California Exposition. Many foreign animals were...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Whistler-blackcomb: Encyclopedia Ii - Whistler-blackcomb - Whistler Mountain
Whistler Mountain opened for skiing in February, 1966, with a gondola lift, double chairlift (the Red Chair) and T-bar. The new mountain ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lantau Island: Encyclopedia Ii - Lantau Island - History
Artifacts unearthed on the island show human activities dated back to the Neolithic Age and the Bronze Age. For instance, rock carvings a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Public Transport In Istanbul: Encyclopedia Ii - Public Transport In Istanbul - Bus System
The bus fleet has 2,571 vehicles built by MAN (767), Ikarus (1,404), Mercedes-Benz (354), DAF/Optare (39) and Berkhof (7). The buses run ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - North Vancouver British Columbia District Municipality: Encyclopedia Ii - North Vancouver British Columbia District Municipality - Industry
While industry was the engine that propelled North Vancouver for much of this century, this has now largely been replaced by enterprises ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Public Transport In Istanbul: Encyclopedia Ii - Public Transport In Istanbul - Light Rail Light Metro
It is a LRT system opened on September 3, 1989 between Aksaray and Kartaltepe. The line was further developed step by step and reached At...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - Demographics
In Pakistan-administered Kashmir (containing Northern Areas and Azad Kashmir) 99% of the population is Muslim. Settlers encouraged by the...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Public Transport In Istanbul: Encyclopedia Ii - Public Transport In Istanbul - Heritage Tram
By the end of 1990, the historical tram was put in service again in Istiklal Caddesi between Taksim and Tünel, which is a 1.6 km long si...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - North Vancouver British Columbia District Municipality: Encyclopedia Ii - North Vancouver British Columbia District Municipality - People And Politics
Mayor: Richard Walton (2005 municipal election) Provincial MPs: Member of Parliament: Don Bell (2004, 2006 federal elections) ... See a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - Area And Subdivisions
Kashmir - Indian-administered Kashmir. India controls approximately 45.5% (101,387 km²) of the disputed territory. Indian-administered...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - Economy
Kashmir's economy is centered around agriculture. Historically, Kashmir came into economic limelight when the world famous Cashmere wool ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Demographics
As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there are 147,306 people, 59,482 households, and 30,335 families residing in the city. The population densit...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Media
Syracuse New York - Newspapers. Syracuse has one major daily morning newspaper, The Syracuse Post-Standard. Up until 2001, Syracuse als...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Government
Syracuse New York - Executive. The city is headed by an elected mayor who is limited to two four-year terms. The incumbent is former Sy...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Religion
Buddhism: Buddhism has its presence in Syracuse with the Zen Center of Syracuse on the Seneca Turnpike; as well as a center on Park Stree...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Sports
Main article: Sports in Syracuse Syracuse New York - Professional. Syracuse SkyChiefs (International League affiliate of the Toronto B...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Whistler-blackcomb: Encyclopedia Ii - Whistler-blackcomb - Blackcomb Mountain
Blackcomb Mountain opened in 1980, under the ownership of the Aspen Skiing Company with four triple chairlifts (the Cruiser, Stoker, Cats...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - List Of Famous Syracusans
Born or brought up in the city of Syracuse: Will Allen - New York Giants cornerback Jeff Altman - comedian Jimmy Cavalo - Sax ("Do the H...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Transportation
Syracuse New York - Public transportation. Syracuse is served by the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority, or CNYRTA. The...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Arts And Culture
Syracuse is home to the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra (SSO), founded in 1961. The SSO has 75 musicians and is under direction of Daniel Heg...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Geography And Climate
Syracuse New York - Geography. Syracuse is located at 43°2'49" North, 76°8'40" West (43.046899, -76.144423)GR1. According to the Unit...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Public Transport In Istanbul: Encyclopedia Ii - Public Transport In Istanbul - Cable Car
There is a short gondola lift line above the Democracy Park in the valley between Taksim and Maçka built in 1993. It connects the hotels...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Economy
Syracuse's economy has faced challenges over the past decades as industrial jobs have left the area. The number of local and state govern...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Neighborhoods
The City of Syracuse officially recognizes 26 neighborhoods within its boundaries. Some of these have small neighborhoods inside of them....   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Colleges And Universities
Syracuse's major research university, and its largest employer, is Syracuse University, located on University Hill. It had an enrollment ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Public Transport In Istanbul: Encyclopedia Ii - Public Transport In Istanbul - Tram
A fast tram was put in service in 1992 on standard gauge track with modern cars, connecting Sirkeci with Topkapi. The line was extended o...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Skiing - Snow And Weather
Skiers and snowboarders can encounter a wide range of snow and weather conditions, in part due to the location of specific resorts and g...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tian Tan Buddha: Encyclopedia Ii - Tian Tan Buddha - History
The Tian Tan Buddha was constructed beginning in 1990, and was finished on December 29, 1993, the birthday of Sakyamuni. The construction...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lantau Island: Encyclopedia Ii - Lantau Island - Transportation
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG/HKIA) is located on Chek Lap Kok island and started service in July 1998. It is located off the nort...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tian Tan Buddha: Encyclopedia Ii - Tian Tan Buddha - Visiting And Access
Po Lin Monastery and the Buddha are open to the public between 10:00 and 17:45. An entrance fee of HK$ 20 is charged for access to the Bu...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Geography And Climate
Syracuse New York - Geography. Syracuse is located at 43°2'49" North, 76°8'40" West (43.046899, -76.144423)GR1. According to the Unit...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Demographics
As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there are 147,306 people, 59,482 households, and 30,335 families residing in the city. The population densit...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lantau Island: Encyclopedia Ii - Lantau Island - Miscellaneous
Chinese White Dolphins, often called pink dolphins can be seen off the coast of Lantau. A marine park north of the island was designated ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lantau Island: Encyclopedia Ii - Lantau Island - Tourist Attractions
Major tourist attractions include the Po Lin Monastery on Ngong Ping Plateau, where the Tian Tan Buddha (or "Giant Buddha"), an 85-foot-h...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - Demographics
Pakistan-administered Kashmir (containing Northern Areas and Azad Kashmir) contain a 99% Muslim majority. Settlers encouraged by the Gove...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - Area And Subdivisions
Kashmir - Indian-administered Kashmir. India controls approximately 45.5% (101,387 km²) of the disputed territory. Indian-administered...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - Economy
Agriculture is the mainstay of economy here Historically, Kashmir came into economic limelight when the world famous Cashmere wool was ex...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kashmir: Encyclopedia Ii - Kashmir - Tourist Attractions
The scenic setting of Kashmir itself has been a major tourist attraction despite the ever present danger. The mode of travel itself is a ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lantau Island: Encyclopedia Ii - Lantau Island - Population
Lantau Island has a relatively low population density, with 45,000 people living there, compared to 1.4 million on Hong Kong Island. Sett...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Economy
Syracuse's economy has faced challenges over the past decades as industrial jobs have left the area. The number of local and state govern...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Neighborhoods
The City of Syracuse officially recognizes 26 neighborhoods within its boundaries. Some of these have small neighborhoods inside of them....   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Skiing - History
Although skiing probably evolved gradually from snowshoeing, Norwegian Sondre Norheim is often called the "father of modern skiing". In t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - List Of Famous Syracusans
Born or brought up in the city of Syracuse: Will Allen - New York Giants cornerback Jeff Altman - comedian Rory Cochrane - actor Mark Co...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Skiing - Skiing And Society
In some places, particularly in the United States, skiing is often associated with wealth. Some resorts, particularly several in the Amer...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Skiing - Trail Ratings
Skiing - North America. In North America, a color-shape rating system is used to indicate the difficulty of trail or slope. There is no...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bansko: Encyclopedia Ii - Bansko - History
The archeological traces of the inhabitants of Bansko and the Razlog Valley in general date to the early periods of the Roman Empire. The...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Sports
Main article: Sports in Syracuse Syracuse New York - Professional. Syracuse SkyChiefs (International League affiliate of the Toronto B...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Religion
Buddhism: Buddhism has its presence in Syracuse with the Zen Center of Syracuse on the Seneca Turnpike; as well as a center on Park Stree...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Arts And Culture
Founded in 1961, Syracuse is home to the 43rd-largest symphony orchestra in the United States, the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra (SSO). The...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Colleges And Universities
Syracuse's major university is Syracuse University, located on University Hill. It had an enrollment of 18,604 students (12,645 undergrad...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Transportation
Syracuse New York - Public transportation. Syracuse is served by the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority, or CNYRTA. The...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Government
Syracuse New York - Executive. The city is headed by an elected mayor who is limited to two, four-year terms. The incumbent is former S...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Syracuse New York: Encyclopedia Ii - Syracuse New York - Media
Syracuse New York - Newspapers. Syracuse has one major daily morning newspaper, The Syracuse Post-Standard. Up until 2001, Syracuse als...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - North Vancouver British Columbia District Municipality: Encyclopedia Ii - North Vancouver British Columbia District Municipality - Geography
The District of North Vancouver is separated from Vancouver by the Burrard Inlet. It can be accessed by the Lions' Gate Bridge, the Ironw...   » Read the article