In the decades and centuries following the expulsion, branches of the family emigrated to Amsterdam, Hamburg, Brazil (Recife, Pernambuco), Curacao, the West Indies and elsewhere, usually via Portugal, where some remained; this was often to escape the Inquisition (Sephardic Jews provided the impetus for the development of the sugar industry in Barbados, which by 1660 generated more trade than …
Like most boardwalks, Puerto Vallarta’s promenade, known as El Malecon, is dotted with sightseeing opportunities, cafes, shops, galleries, and performers. Overlooking the Bay of Banderas, the mile-long stretch offers scenic views during the day. And in the evening, the waterfront nightclubs and …
The UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has designated 168 World Heritage Sites in all of the 15 sovereign countries (also called "state parties") of Southern Europe: Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Malta, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Portugal, San Marino, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, and Vatican City as well as one site in …
San Miguel de Allende (Spanish pronunciation: [san mi'ɣel de a'ʎende]) is the name of a municipality and its principal city, both located in the far eastern part of Guanajuato, Mexico.
Except the Lord Build the House: Restoring a Sense of Beauty. by Anthony Esolen, appearing in Volume 34. The men who built the cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres did not have diesel engines, or lightweight metals like soft aluminum or firm titanium, or steel girders.
Foot binding. The general consensus is that the roots of foot binding lie in the Sung dynasty (960-1279 AD), although there are numerous folk lore and legends surrounding its actual origin.
Professor Trüeb at the Hotel Palácio Tangará, São Paulo, Brazil, for Pantogar International Hair Summit by courtesy of Biolab Pharma Brasil, with Professor Maria Fernanda Gavazzoni from Rio de Janeiro, and with Doctor Leila Bloch, dermatologist and book author of “Fio a Fio” from São Paulo.
Concentration Camp Lists. Afghanistan: Land of the Afghans [Arachosia / Khorasan / British South Asia / Southern Turkestan]
Route 66 is the ultimate American road trip and we've put together a comprehensive 2 week Route 66 itinerary to help drivers navigate this historic route. The detailed day-by-day Route 66 itinerary covers all the basic details (mileage, general route) and sightseeing highlights along the 2,400 mile route.
Poptart – S.A.'s biggest art print and poster shop. Our prices include all Import Duty and VAT – International art sites do not and S.A. Customs will add a total 30% to your order from abroad.