Rwanda is a non-coastal nation in the South-West of Uganda and is moreover considered as the Land of a Thousand Hills. Rwanda has five volcanoes, twenty three lakes and several rivers. The hilly landscape is a result of the location on the eastern edge of the Albertine Rift Valley, a fraction of the Great Rift Valley which severs through Africa from the Red Sea to Mozambique.
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The Seychelles is the mid-ocean group of 115 islands. It was formed around 600 million years ago when Gondwanaland broke up. This place is located in the Indian Ocean near the East African coast and Madagascar. It is a favourite holiday destination with tourists coming from all over the world to stay here. They come to see the islands natural resources and beauty. There are several beautiful...
Situated in the city of Rome, the Vatican City is located over a hill, in the western part of the River Tiber. A wall separates the Vatican City from the other parts of the city. The city consists of St.Peter's Church, St.Peter's Square, the Vatican and the Vatican Gardens. The City is the smallest city in the world that is home to a populace of 880 people. The city is considered, the centre of...
Flaunting the third-longest river, South America's largest lake, the highest waterfall in the world and longest snake in the world, Venezuela is a spectacular land. With the Amazonian jungle, to its south, Peaks of Andes to its west and exotic Gran Sabana plateau to its east and white sandy beaches on the Caribbean coast, Venezuela is resplendent with bountiful nature. With all these assets,...
Somaliland is an African country that is located in the Horn of Africa. The country considers itself to be the successor state of the former British Somaliland protectorate. The total area of Somaliland is about 68,040 square miles. This country shares its border with Ethiopia to the south and west, Djibouti to the north west and the Gulf of Aden to the south east.
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The history of Peru reveals that the Peruvian territory was home to the Norte Chico civilization. This civilization was considered as the oldest in the world. Peru is considered the largest state in the Pre-Columbian America. Peru was conquered by the Spanish Empire during the 16th century and gained independence in 1821. The country Peru was consolidated only after the Battle of Ayacucho.
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The Republic of Sierra Leone is a Western African country. It is surrounded by Guinea to the north and east, Liberia to the south east and it also shares its boundaries with the Atlantic Ocean to the south west and west. The total area of Sierra Leone is 71,740 square kilometres that is 27,600 square miles. The capital of this country is Freetown, this is also the largest city of Sierra Leone....
Lovers of a relaxing beach holiday staying in self catering holiday accommodation are drawn back to Cape Verde year after year. They are able to rent holiday villas and self catering apartments in this truly charming country. Cape Verde is an ideal holiday destination for couples on a romantic holiday and many couples stay on holiday here on their honeymoon.
Cape Verde is a group of very...
The Philippines is defined as Asia's pearl of the orient. The history of the Philippines is filled with culture, century old churches, ancient forts and modern museums. Philippines offer the best of nature with white sandy beaches, forests and modern resort facilities. The country has an extensive coastline and is surrounded by beautiful beaches. Philippines are blessed with a moderate climate...
China is one of the largest countries in the world, not only is it huge, it is also one of the oldest civilisations in the world. China is a country full of a proud history that can be traced back over many centuries. It is a truly unique country as it has managed to preserve many of its proud ancient traditions along side its fast changing move to compete with the western world.
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