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New Railway System Will Link GCC States
Leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council States (GCC) gave preliminary approval for development of a new railway system linking GCC states Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates. Finance Minister Ibrahim Al-Assaf said the final approval will depend upon on its feasibility. After announcing plans for the new railway system, Minister Al-Assaf signed contracts worth SR 2.39 billion for implementation of remaining phases of the North-South Railway project.
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Kensington Market
Toronto, Canada
This vivacious district should not be missed. The market sells squid and crabs in pails; chickens, pigeons, bread, cheese, and mangoes from the West Indies; salted fish from Portugal, lace, fabrics, and everything you can think of. Kensinton Avenue is a gem of a place too with a wealth of vintage clothing stores, shops selling knickknacks and a delicious global cheese shop. Timings: Mon-Sat...
Galeria Moriarty
Madrid, Spain
Another iconic gallery with a variety of artistic work on display. Ideal for art fans in particular and general visitors alike. It provides a glimpse into today's most modern and contemporary art pieces from the local and international market. Calle de la Libertad 22, Chueca Tel: +34 91 531 4365 Timings: Tue-Fri 11:00 - 14:00 & 17:00 - 20:30, Mon & Sat 11:00 - 14:00 ...
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Lahore, Pakistan
Fantasy Land Located within a shopping complex, this play area caters to toddlers and younger children. Apart from swings, slides and trains, there are also arcade games, a 3D cinema and a car racing track. Timings: Daily, 11 A.M- 11 P.M Admission: Free entry, PKR 5 per ride Address: PACE, M.M Alam Road Tel: +92-42-111-111-603 Jallo Park This is a popular picnicking s...
'Kiswa' (The Drape Of The Kaabah) Factory
Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Located in Makkah, this is where the famous black silk cover of the Ka'aba is hand stitched with real gold thread. If your taxi fellow is a true local, he will know how to take you there. You can see how the cover is prepared. If you are lucky, they might even cut you out a piece of the cover to take home (find a worker from your part of the world there and convince him). ...