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Tourist Projects Planned For Kurdistan
Minister of Municipalities in Kurdistan, Iraq met with representatives of a Swiss-Russian company to talk about several projects in the region.
According to an official statement received by Aswat al-Iraq news agency, “The projects include the establishment of a 220km highway between Zakho and Arbil, and a 75 km green belt around Arbil…” The company said it is prepared to disburse $4 million US dollars on projects in the region.
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Melville Koppies Nature Reserve
Johannesburg, South Africa
Address: Entrance from Arundel Road at the north end of 3rd Avenue, Westdene Telephone: +27 (0)11 482 4797 Website: http://www.veld.org.za/melville/melville.htm Opening hours: The west section: Daily from dawn to dusk The central section: First three Sundays of every Month from September to May Free admission ...
Holzhausen Castle
Frankfurt, Germany
This charming castle surrounded by water is set in the middle of Holzhausenpark. Originally a castle with a moat when it was built in 1398, Holzhausen Castle was transformed into a Rococo palace in 1727. Today it is used for concerts, lectures and readings and is a great place to relax and enjoy park’s greenery. Address: Justinianstraße 5, Frankfurt am Main 60322 Phone: +49 69 5577...
Kenyan Railway Museum
Nairobi, Kenya
A bit hard to find, this is a must see for any tour of Nairobi. Kenyan modern history is linked to its railways, and this museum has relics and photographs of old trains. There are some old carriages kept which one can climb into and explore. These speak of amazing incidents and have pictures to bring them alive. Near the train station on Station Road Uhuru Highway +254 (2) 221-211 ext. 2449...
Johannesburg Zoo
Johannesburg, South Africa
The Johannesburg Zoo is a place that kids will simply love! A great precursor to a safari, the Jo'burg zoo provides excellent facilities and showcases over 2000 animals. Disabled people and children are provided special viewing facilities with the zoo being one of the most child friendly areas of the city. The animals are arranged in zones depending on the area they belong to, such as the Spice R...