Leisure and Culture: Activities, Exhibitions, and Must-Read Books
Find ideas for cultural activities, exhibitions to visit, books to read, and events not to miss in the cultural world.
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Les préparations culinaires en direct, sous vos yeux, servies aussitôt !
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Le marché de Bén Than (Chó Bén Than) Ce grand marché central est extraordinaire et offre un spectacle permanent haut en couleurs dans toutes ses sections : souvenirs, bibelots, laques, textiles, fruits et légumes et surtout alimentation. On peut en effet y prendre de véritables repas, en dégustant sur d’etroits comptoirs les spécialités
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Samedi 4 novembre. Départ de Paksé pour la grande métropole du sud Vietnam par le vol Lao Airlines. Petit saut de puce de 1h30. Notre séjour au Laos se termine en beauté. Au revoir émouvant à nos amis que nous quittons à regret, les larmes aux yeux, non sans leur avoir fait la promesse de revenir : Vanthyka, Khounvilay, Sisouk, Viengsavanh
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Petits croquis sur le vif. Rehaussés à l’aquarelle. À gauche, une Apsara (danseuse sacrée). Au centre en haut, la vue depuis le pied des falaises. En bas à droite, le temple sud.
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Le site millénaire de Vat Phou ວັ່ດພູ (temple de la montagne), de style hindouiste khmer et classé au patrimoine mondial de l’Unesco, est antérieur à l’ensemble d’Angkor. Situé sur la rive droite du Mékong, en aval de Paksé, il est bâti au pied d’une montagne (Phou Kao) ce qui lui donne un cachet particulier. Une allée
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Vendredi 3 novembre. Arrivée à Vat Phou.
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Après un séjour d’une semaine, nous quittons à grand regret l’île de Khong et nos amis qui nous ont si gentiment accueillis : Vanthyka, Khounvilay, Sisouk, Viengsavanh, etc. Impossible de les citer tous. Chacun nous a fait promettre de revenir ! Nous empruntons la RN13 pour remonter vers Paksé, en amont sur la rive gauche du Mékong. À 40
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Le Mékong est un très très long fleuve tranquille. Plus de 4000 km depuis la source, dans l’Himalaya, jusqu’à la Mer de Chine du sud -Mer de l’Est pour les Vietnamiens. Après la Chine, le fleuve arrose cinq pays : la Birmanie, la Thaïlande, le Laos, le Cambodge et le Vietnam. Véritable source de vie il est appelé par les Lao Ménam Kh
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Vestiges de la colonisation française. Sur l’île de Khone, on peut admirer une locomotive française, ainsi qu’un pont reliant l’île de Khone à l’île de Det. Années 1860- Lorsqu’ils remontent en chaloupe le cours du Mékong depuis le Vietnam, les explorateurs Français se heurtent à un obstacle : les chutes et les rapides infranchi
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Flashback : hier les twins ont eu droit à une petite coupe de cheveux chez la coiffeuse de l’île. Rapport qualité/prix imbattable ! 1 euro la coupe...
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Youth With A Mission (YWAM) England is a Christian ministry which is part of YWAM International with the main aim of helping the British youth to know God better, and to make Him known to others around the world. Since YWAM first began in 1960, the ministry has been focused primarily upon providing young people with opportunities to demonstrate the love of God to people. This article details the facts about Youth With A Mission England.
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Across the world, international adoptions have increased in recent years. In the UK, the number of international adoptions are low as compared to other EU nations such as France, Italy and Spain. As international adoption awareness becomes more prominent in the UK, more families will choose to adopt. These families will benefit from the guide to overseas adoption found in this article.
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This article will discuss the methods for preparing and undertaking the ambitious task of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa. It will outline the key steps and precautions that people must take before beginning their expedition and how they can keep safe and avoid danger through their journey.
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Integrated pest management is a technique that blends chemical, biological and cultural techniques in a structured programme for dealing with pests. Chemicals are used carefully, so as not to be counterproductive by killing beneficial insects, which are selected to attack pest species. Cultural techniques, such as good hygiene and spraying, are a vital part of the process.
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A major advantage to applying for a passport online is ease of sitting home with no lines and getting your passport. Online passports give direct access to government passport agencies, and the option to process passports faster with an online purchase. Use the tips online to prevent unauthorised persons from retrieving personal information.
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If you are considering an add-on for your home, you are not alone! This is increasingly becoming a trend among British home-owners. It is far cheaper and less time-intensive than remodelling your existing space, buying a new house or even having a new house constructed from scratch! This article will show you how to estimate the cost of a new extension for your home accurately.
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A human skull drawing can be very difficult as it involves drawing a 3D object in a 2D format. This article explains how you can do it in simple step-by-step instructions.
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Making your envelopes can be easy and fun. You can customise them so that they are a delight to receive in the post. There are several steps in the making of an envelope. This article details on how to make envelopes.
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If it’s a holiday in Malaysia you’re looking for, and just want to get away from it all, you could do no better than to book yourself in at the Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa in Penang. This exotically located retreat is the perfect place to unwind and relax. This article will provide a review on such a place.
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Hosting a murder mystery game in your home can be a great way to get some friends together for an evening and have a lot of fun. Murder mystery party games are essentially a series of clues played out by each guest over the course of an evening as part of a script. This article will explain how to host a murder mystery evening.
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From all-inclusive beach resorts to a thrilling Costa Rica adventure holiday, there are two main ways to get an all-inclusive holiday to Costa Rica - online and through a travel agency.
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If you are interested in studying Management, you definitely have a lot of choices. However, if you want to study at a top rated Business School, one of the best choices is the Alliance Business Academy in India, which offers its students BBM, MBA, PhD and PGDM programmes. Read the following article and find out all you need to know about Alliance Business Academy.
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If you are looking for Internet savings, you cannot go wrong with Moneysupermarket.com, be it loans, credit cards, mortgages, home or car insurance, etc. The reason you get high savings here is because you can compare every product before you buy. Get the quick rundown on how you can get the best online savings from this site, here.
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Love makes life beautiful, the relationship between two people being the foundation. However, there arise many setbacks in life that test and risk the love of your life. This article explains the beauty and importance of a healthy relationship, helping you to get love back.
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Flowers are an ideal gift to give when you are going on your first date. With so much choice of colours and blooms, it is hard to decide what is appropriate. In this article, have a look at some ideas of what flowers make the best gift on that special first date.
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The article directs one's attention to the different services offered by Monarch Dental Services. It also deals with the effect that the dental practices have on each community where there is a branch situated into. In addition, the article gives information on their dental practitioners as well as it refers to the long-term agreement that it seeks to foster with clients.
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As the nights get longer and winter's around the corner, what better way to keep those brain cells ticking than by taking a correspondence course? There are many providers and lots of different courses to choose from. This article has a look at some of the courses which you could follow through a correspondence school.
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Baby showers, while not being known by that name, have been around for a long time. Baby showers, then as well as now, celebrate the transition into motherhood. You can create baby shower invitations for free by following the tips in this article.
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North Cyprus is an ideal place for groups, couples and families. You do not want any unpleasant surprises when traveling with your family. In this article, you will find everything you need to know about traveling to North Cyprus with children, from when to go to where to stay and what to do.
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Finding cows for sale is not a hard task, as there are many sites in the U.K. You must, however, decide what are your requirements and how many cattle your land can take. There are many agricultural markets where cattle are auctioned, but there is a range of websites selling cattle, some of which specialise in particular breeds.
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Placing a bet at a bookmaker's shop or online is becoming more popular each year. Betting companies, such as Tote Sport, continue to offer a wider selection of gambling activities to attract and maintain customers. This article outlines what is on offer when betting with Tote Sport.
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Football (and by football we mean soccer) is a massive sport and so, are football games. They are big sellers across all gaming consoles, so there is a huge amount of choice out there. Here are a couple of the best football games, that are on the market as well as pretty decent free websites that offer football games.
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Are you thinking of travelling to Florence, Italy for your next long holiday? Either it is your first time visiting Florence or you have visited the area before, you will definitely need a Florence map. Read the following article and find out all the interesting facts that you should know about Florence maps, as well as where you can find them free of charge.
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In 2010, David Cameron led the Conservatives into Britain's first coalition government since the Second World War with the support of the smaller Liberal Democrat party, becoming Prime Minister. From his election to Tory party leader in 2005, Cameron had made significant inroads, reducing the poll lead of the then-dominant Labour party and returning his party to government for the first time since 1997.
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If you are thinking of Newport holidays, consider the option of staying at the Celtic Manor Resort. Read the following article and find out more about where can you find the resort and what you can do during your stay.
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Thailand is south-east Asia's most popular holiday destination for a good reason. In Thailand, you can combine a tropical beach holiday with a visit to a Buddhist temple and some shopping in Bangkok. Here are some tips for visiting Thailand's holiday islands.
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Guyana, on the northern coast of South America, is the third smallest country on the continent. Below is a look at this nearly untouched country's history, economy, and some things to know when visiting.
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There are many 'How to get your man' advice for women books out there, and all contain plenty of dating tips for women of all ages. However, most of them are written either by women themselves or perhaps by trained psychologists. Here is one that is slightly different in that it has been written by a man, untrained perhaps, but not lacking real experience in the dating game. The book is 'Catch Him and Keep Him' by Christian Carter and here follows a brief review.
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Are you a professional translator and you often find yourself in need of help? Have you ever found yourself wondering about the meaning of a certain word which you have heard? If yes, then you already have the probably to resort to an online translation tool. If you are still wondering where you can find online translation services, then you should definitely read the following article. Find out all the interesting facts which you need to know about English to Turkish online translation tools.
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If you and your spouse have come to the conclusion that you will be getting a divorce, you can hire attorneys to aid you. If both parties agree on the split, you can get a DIY divorce to make it a little easier. Here are the steps to follow to get a divorce on your own.
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If you are looking to further your mathematical knowledge from the comfort of your own home (and without the use of boring textbooks), then academic games may be the solution. Learn more about the best online mathematical games and where to find them.
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Finding a late holiday deal to Egypt is relatively straightforward. Tracking down the best and latest possible deals for your Egyptian adventure can be achieved in a number of ways, including holiday websites, low cost holiday comparison websites and using your local travel agent, such as Thompson holidays, Thomas Cook, Going Places and First Choice.
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New York City is home to a wide host of institutions that pay homage to artistic and cultural advancements including museums, libraries, performing centres and other historically significant sites. The following are some of the few well-known NYC museums situated in the city that are known both locally and internationally.
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A step by step 'moonwalk' tutorial, of the dance made famous by Michael Jackson.
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The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park provides a spectacular glimpse of nature's awesome power. Here is a beginner's guide to the park: A part of the Big Island that proves Hawaii is not only about sunbathing, cocktails and sparkling sea.
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Hawaii is considered to be the "Paradise of Pacific Ocean" and continues to attract tourists, lovers and surfers from around the world. The hot lava lakes and surf beaches are the perfect ingredients for an unforgettable vacation in Hawaii.
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Kids enjoy competitions, but it's never great to lose. Some kids hate sports contests that clearly separate the good from the not so good. Not everyone is sporty. So, what are the other contests that kids can take part in? This article looks at some healthy contests for kids.
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The Arctic circle maps the northern-most area of the Earth, and marks the extremities of the polar day and the polar night. Learn more about the Arctic circle, and the dangers of its exploration.
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Just as people can develop allergies, so can dogs. In fact, dogs can develop allergic reactions to any number of substances in the environment. If you find that your dog scratches himself a lot and fidgeting has become a habit of his, then it is likely that he suffers from some kind of allergy.
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An air pressure gauge is an instrument used for measuring the pressure. It is used in pneumatic systems like air compressors, air cylinders, air supplies and filling systems. It is useful for monitoring and testing pneumatic systems. An air pressure gauge can measure pneumatic and hydraulic pressure of gases, compressed air and low viscosity non-aggressive fluids. This article provides a guide to using an air pressure gauge in a pneumatic system.
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Pruning trees is an essential gardening task done for aesthetic and production reasons. It is done according to the age of the tree and the needs of the gardener. Cutting trees is a harder task, and there is a serious difference between the way in which you treat large trees and smaller trees.
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It is very common for people to go through ups and downs as far as their moods are concerned. This is a natural reaction to the outcome of everyday activities and may last for a short while. But when the negative moods or lows continue for a prolonged period of time, it can be termed as clinical depression. There are many signs that indicate that a person might be suffering from depression.
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Recycled concrete is much more valuable than virgin materials. Along with eliminating the need to transfer new materials, it also reduces carbon emissions. This article looks at the benefits of using old materials by preventing the unnecessary build-up of waste.
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An acronym of the Latin words "salus per aquam", the original meaning of the word spa was "health from water". Ancient Romans regularly utilised spas and they early recognised their rejuvenative benefits. Today, spas are often a luxurious way to relax and many people would like to find good spa deals. Those would like to know where to book spa weekend breaks will benefit from the tips in this article.
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Frogs come in many shapes and sizes. There are over 5,000 species of frog distributed worldwide, from tropical to sub-arctic regions and are considered as one the most diverse vertebrate group on the planet. This article will give some information about the life history of frogs and where you can find some cool photos of these amazing animals.
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When dining out, it is customary to leave some kind of gratuity for the server. Here are some etiquette tips on tipping. Although there is a standard amount, the amount can vary based on the service received while dining and should therefore be adjusted accordingly.
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Christian science explains how sin, disease and death are all illusions. Instead, it states that human beings should be focused on the spirituality of the universe to overcome their problems. Learn more about Christian science beliefs in this article.
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The green companies listed in this article are 20 of the best businesses in the UK that are making efforts to act in an environmentally friendly fashion. By recognising that the world in which they do business is the same world in which they live, they are taking measures to ensure that their impact doesn't produce lasting damage to the environment.
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When planning a children's party, coming up with the theme involves a number of factors, such as a child's interest, availability of store items, budget and time.
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Pets are dependent on their owners to take care of them and to provide them a regulated and balanced diet. Salmon oil, which contains Omega-3 is essential in providing your dog with a bright and shiny coat, besides lubricating joints and developing a healthy skin which are a must for the dogs' good health.
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Wolves, which all belong to the genus Canis, have captured the human imagination for centuries, probably owing to the sense of beauty and danger that they convey. As a result, there are more wolf images in print and online than most other wild animals. In many cases, you may have to pay a fee to buy quality pictures of wolves. However, it doesn't mean that there aren't several free sources available, if you know where to search.