The slowly recovering tourism industry of Egypt has taken another step backwards. The revolutionaries who had come out on the street in January this year and helped to oust President Hosni Mubarak have become disenchanted with the miiltary leaders who took over after Mubarak's departure.
The week long protests have once again started attracting large crowds to Tahrir Square - estimated at up to 800,000 people on Friday November 25, 2011. Although a new interim Prime Minister was appointed by the military, it appears that a large number of Egyptians want Field Marshall Tantawi to step down and let a new interim council guide the country until fresh elections are held.
The Arab Spring seems to have turned into a winter of discontent as another large group of people also protested near the Ministry of Interior's headquarters in favour of the army - showing signs that people want peace to prevail and want things to get back to normal.
Tourists have once again started canceling trips to Cairo and the economy which is heavily dependent on tourism will face another major setback. The Egypt Tourism Authority which was actively promoting the country during the recently concluded World Travel Market in London will have to redouble its efforts to woo back the tourists who were planning to spend their winter vacations in Egypt.
Located in West Amman's trendy Sweifieh district, Wakalat Street is Jordan's first pedestrian only area. The street was closed off to cars in 2007. It was repaved and trees were planted. It's lined with retail outlets, cafes, and restaurants. Sweifieh is also a nightlife hub, and several bars and clubs are within a few blocks. It's not authentic Jordan, but Wakalat S...
This neo-renaissance structure was meticulously restored, and now one of the proud landmarks among the many Jakarta buildings which have been conserved. Some of the city best performances by both local and visiting artists are often held here....
Situated on a hilltop, the mere sight of the church is simply awe-inspiring. The church was built around 1921 and its yellow-white bricks make it seem as a golden temple in the sun. Address: Pa Bjerget 5, 2400 Copenhagen Denmark Phone: +45 3581 5442 ...
The National Museum was inaugurated on 19th November 1952 by then Prime Minister Ameer Mohamed Amin Didi. It houses various national artefacts including prehistoric armour, weapons, manuscripts and more. There is also a display of jewellery and clothes worn by past kings and queens, and other priceless items belonging to Sultans. There are also displays of old photographs, anthropological objects...