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  • Nagarjuna Sagar "€" The City Of Victory
    By: Flin Martyn | - Nagarjuna Sagar, the erstwhile Vijayapuri (Literally, City of Victory), is a small town situated in the in Nalgonda District in the south Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The town was renamed from Vijayapuri to Nagarjuna Sagar in honour of a Buddhist Saint, Acharya Nagarjuna.
    The main attraction of the town is the famous Nagarjuna Sagar dam. The Nagarjuna Sagar dam is 124 metres tall, making it the tallest masonry dam in the whole world. The dam was commissioned in the year 1969, 14 years a ...

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  • "€˜miamiriches"€™- Offers You Real Estate Assistance
    By: miamiriches | - Are you aspiring to have an apartment in a sleek and stunning 40 story Carbonell Bricknell Key above Azure Bay water; or in a 36 story 20th tallest skyscraper in Miami, Asia Condo Brickell Key located in the Brickell Key in Downtown Miami?

    Or if it is your dream to dwell in a $1.3 billion project of luxury waterfront condominium in Miami, we are here, all available for you to provide an assistance in your search and endeavour for the baste residence of your taste within your financ ...

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  • A Trip To Remember In Himalayas
    By: Sanyukta Jain | - Himalayas are a mountain range located in central Asia (north of Indian sub continent and south of China) and passes through many different countries of this region. Himalayan mountain range is not only the youngest mountain range on our planet it is also the tallest. The word Himalayas is often used to refer this region through which this mountain range passes. Mighty Himalayas is one of the ultimately places on earth which provides peace for mind and soul for nature lovers, thrill, excitement ...
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  • Hotel Classification & Names
    By: vivek | - Most of the largest hotels in the world are in Las Vegas in the USA . The many casinos do not attract very many tourists in, but also help keep the room in the casino's, hotels across financed low.

    Large hotels are not only due to the demand , created more expensive land prices or profitability.Often there is also a competition for prestige and size, which involves not only the casino operator in Las Vegas. Earlier were repeated in communist countries built huge hotels. An example i ...

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  • Explore Wonderful Attractions Of Dubai And Thailand
    By: Rachit Singh | - Dubai is a great city of the United Arab Emirates. It is renowned all across the world which has some of the tallest buildings in the world. Moreover, the attractions of this place leaves the visitor spell bound for sure. This place is in fact a dream destination. Also, it is a wonderful holiday destination. Well, if you are planning for international tour, Dubai is worth visiting as it has many wonders for tourists such as worlds tallest tower, manmade islands, underwater hotels, worlds f ...
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  • Uncover Sri Lanka"€™s Tallest Ancient Icon: The Inimitable Aukana Buddha Statue
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | - Standing tall on the fringes of the magnificent Kala Rainwater Reservoir is an equally monolithic structure that is deemed the tallest ancient Buddha statue in all of Sri Lanka. Carved out of the solid rock which forms its backdrop this iconic statue believed to have been built during the era of king Datusena dates back to the 5th century B.C, when the island nation was a thriving Buddhist heartland self-sufficient in its needs and ruled by monarchs that occupied resplendent palaces and fortress ...
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  • Maximum Developing In Lodha
    By: Priyanka | - Realty major Lodha Developers programs to build the globe's tallest personal framework at a cost of Rs 2,000 crore in middle Mumbai.
    We have worked challenging to make sure that this progression not only profits from Mumbais energy but also gives back premium quality public spots to the city,
    Lodha Developers has linked up with the New York-based executive company Pei Cobb Separated & Lovers and executive technological innovation company Lera for the venture.
    Through ...

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  • Dubai "€" Homes The Tallest Building Of The World
    By: sonuyadav | - Dubai is a place where you can have a bash of lifetime that is if you have the purse. Even if you do not have it, you do not have to worry. There are plenty of attractions which can come in affordable prices.
    Fabulous skyscrapers, extravagant shopping facilities, sandy beaches, engineering wonders, historical monuments, desert safari the attractions Dubai hold are multiple. Dubai is a city and emirate in United Arab Emirates. It is located south of Persian Gulf on the Arabian Peni ...

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  • Burj Khalifa: A Jewel Inside The Jewel Emirate Of Uae
    By: paracha | - Dubai has long been in race of building tallest, longest and biggest building structures of the world. Dubai has its own unique identity when it comes to the race of building skyscrapers and building structures challenging engineering to its zenith. Number of building structures in Dubai can ba counted which are able to attract people and tourists from all over the world to have a glimpse of them and to be able to have a nights residence in them.

    These great massive building stru ...

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  • New Year"€™s Eve In Dubai "€" A Wonderful Way To End The Year
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | - Irrespective of the scorching heat that prevails throughout the city through most months of the year, one would find many wonderful attractions in Dubai to see. The city strives hard to excel at many spheres, from architectural wonders to state of the art entertainment options. The city is famous for its eye catching architecture and also for its shopping opportunities. As a country that does not impose taxes, much of the shopping is affordable compared to other countries, it is also the city th ...
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  • A Stay Near The Jog Falls "€" A Quick Look
    By: soni sajjan | - Jog Falls Karnataka is the tallest and one of the most beautiful waterfalls in India and has been attracting tourists in huge numbers annually. It is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Karnataka that has people flocking the waterfalls during the season in August December. There are well connected roads from Jog Falls to Bangalore covering a distance of over 400 kilometers.

    Jog Falls offers the visitors plenty of options to choose from; ranging from luxurious resorts to b ...

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  • Jin Mao Tower "€" Scale Shanghai's Dizzying Heights
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | -
    The Jin Mao Tower is an 88 storey tall skyscraper located in Shanghai's Lujiazui area. It was the tallest building in the People's Republic of China until 2007, when it forfeited that claim to the Shanghai World Financial Centre, which is located just next to it. The name Jin Mao comes from traditional Chinese and literally means Golden Prosperity. The tower is one of the most prominent features of the city skyline. Construction on the building started in 1994, and was completed 5 y ...

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  • Heavenly Abode - Jin Mao Tower
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | - Shanghai is said to be the city with the most number of skyscrapers in the world. Not just average skyscrapers but behemoths. The 88 storey 420.5 metre Jin Mao Tower in Lujiazui area of Pudong is one such building. Till 2007 it was the tallest building in China. In Sept 2007 it was surpassed by another behemoth the Shanghai World Financial Centre which stands next to it. There is an even taller building taking shape in the same vicinity.

    Built on 2.3 ha at a cost of US$ 530 million ...

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  • Special Blinds On The Burj Al Arab
    By: Colin Staplehurst | - The Second Tallest Hotel can be protected with a massive customised Blind!
    Built upon an imitation (man-made) island on the coast at Jumeirah Beach, Burj Al Arab, fixed at 321 metres (1,053 ft.) is the 2nd tallest hotel on eartht.
    Made to look like a extended sail, the massive hotel dominates the Dubai coast. At night time, it provides an amazing sight, bathed in choreographed colour sculptures of water and flames.
    Burj Al Arab was conceived by UK designer Tom Wright amployed ...

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  • Sole E35 Elliptical Trainer - A High Quality Home Fitness Machine For The Most Intense Workouts
    By: jose p Gibson | - Sole E35 elliptical trainer is regarded as as 1 of the top purchase ellipticals within the industry today. Nonetheless, you could need to read via a great deal of Sole E35 critiques to find factors for its reputation in the event you contemplate getting this piece of fitness equipment.

    As a fitness machine, the Sole E35 is clearly the kind built for heavy use. It boasts a solid frame with a 20-inch stride length. This offers the machine specs perfect for even the tallest and heavies ...

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  • Tallest Buildings In Mumbai
    By: Vitruvian | - Mumbai is an industrial capital of India with most numbers of high raise structures and Sky Scrapers. Currently Property in Mumbai city is going at its high with more than tones under construction building of sky scrapers. Because of high property beliefs in Mumbai, city as a whole remains to progress and modernize.

    The building above 24 meters is categorized as an high increase building. The towers in Mumbai were constructed using only a FSI of ~ 1.5. In a year or so, Mumbai's Mill ...

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  • Nepal The Mystique Land In The East
    By: Hariom Arya | - Abode of the highest point on Earth Mt. Everest and home to the ten tallest mountains on Earth, Nepal is Himalayan heaven. Landlocked between India, china, Bhutan and Tibet on its four sides, this beautiful country rightly nicknamed Roof of the world was closed to tourists until 1951 which contributed largely to its mystique in the west. This magnificent tiny countrys eighty percent part is covered by the dramatic peaks of Himalayas. Backpackers arrived in this country heavily during th ...
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  • Nagarjuna Sagar Dam - A Wonderful Site
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | - Regarded as the world's tallest masonry dam, Nagarjuna Sagar Dam is located 150 kilometres away from the famed city of Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh in India. Built over the river Krishna, it is placed south east of Hyderabad and is bordered by other important regions such as Khammam, Medak, Rangareddy and Mahabubnagar. It is a major tourist attraction in the area, and derives its name from a Buddhist scholar by the name Nagarjuna.

    The length of the embankment is 1 km long while it is ...

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  • Home Buyers Survey: Investing In It Could Save You A Fortune
    By: Alexander Mason | - Forking out on an expert to survey the house is an unwelcome antidote to finding your dream home. Mortgage lenders, unfortunately, won't provide you with a loan unless you pay to have a basic valuation conducted, so it's in you interest to make sure that you know exactly the kind of products out there, and which is most appropriate for you.

    Basic Valuation

    A basic valuation (£100-£300) is a requirement for all mortgage lenders to determine that the money t ...

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  • Two Liebherr Luffing Jib Cranes Construct Latin America"€™s Tallest Tower
    By: Mike Bode | - Two Liebherr luffing jib cranes are being used to construct Latin America's tallest tower, the 300-metre (984ft) Torre Gran Costanera in Santiago, Chile, with another 12 Liebherr tower cranes being deployed for the construction of the Costanera Center, of which the tower forms the key element.

    Project owner Cencosud has purchased 12 of the total of 14 cranes on the site from Liebherr's distributor in Chile, Maquinarias Cruz del Sur SA (MCS), while MCS's rental division is supplying ...

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  • An Unforgettable Holidaying Experience With Nepal Package Tour
    By: Hariom Arya | - Globally famous for worlds ten highest peaks including Mt. Everest worlds tallest peaks, Nepal is one of the most sought after tour and travel destination in Southern Asia sandwiched between the Tibet autonomous region of China and India. It has a monsoonal climate with four main seasons, spring, summer, autumn and winter. This exotic country has wide ranges of attractions and destinations and all are worth-visiting once in a lifetime span. Whether you are looking for any kind of vacations ...
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  • Dare To Climb Mt Kinabalu
    By: Malcolm Wong | - Mount Kinabalu is located on the island of Borneo and is protected as Kinabalu National Park. It is the 4th tallest mountain in the Malay Archipelago and is one of the largest biologically diverse sites in the world.

    On Mt Kinabalu, you can find 4500 species of plant, 326 species of birds, and over 100 mammals. Besides the largest plant in the world, the Rafflesia, there are many other interesting and rare plants to be found such as dwarf shrubs, mosses, lichens, liverworts, ferns a ...

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  • Reasons To Get Cheap Flights To Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    By: Michael Flynn | - Dubai has established itself as one of the worlds richest cities, synonymous to Las Vegas of America. This United Arab Emirates city showcases remarkable landmarks like the worlds only Burj Al Arab hotel, the only 7-star hotel in the world as well as the worlds tallest tower, Burj Khalifa.

    It also boasts of man-made islands like The World and The Palm. These modern structures indeed put Dubai on the map prominently as it sets itself to compete with other international reno ...

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  • Jaypee Krescent Homes, Krescent Homes Sector 129 Noida
    By: Vaneet Gupta | - Jaypee Krescent Homes brings to you a delightful living with outstanding architecture, spacious modern interiors all enveloped in nature, surrounded by chip & putt golf course. Being the tallest set of high-rise apartments in Jaypee Greens Wishtown, Noida, it promises the finest luxury and elegance. The community is the closest residential option to expressway, making the accessibility the driving point for Krescent Homes. Along with this, 80 percent of the project is dedicated to green landscap ...
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  • Tokyo Sky Tree"€" A Symbol Of Tradition And Cutting Edge
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | - The capital of Japan and the most populous metropolis in the world, Tokyo consists of 23 central wards and multiple cities. Beneath its shiny facades of latest architectural achievements and the striking consumption of its shopping districts are unexpected glimpses of an invaluable cultural core. Offering seemingly unlimited choices of entertainment, shopping, dining and culture to its visitors, the city and its vitality lies in the intertwining of the ancient and the modern. In addition to seve ...
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  • Gangtok Hotels For Quality Living
    By: Nirmal Mishra | - Most of Gangtok hotels overlook mighty snow-clad peaks including one of the worlds tallest peaks, Kanchenjunga. The surrounding panorama is exquisite and the thrill of living amidst Himalayan splendor can be experienced to the fullest at these hotels in Gangtok. Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim and it blossoms with verdant plantations and lush landscapes decked with wild orchards. Sitting in the perfect cocoon of comfort at these Gangtok hotels one can enjoy the enchanting vistas outsi ...
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  • Latin America"€™s Newest Landmark: Trump Ocean Club ® International Hotel & Tower® Panama
    By: Sabrina Lacle | - Panama City, Panama Since its groundbreaking in 2006, enthusiasts and sophisticated travelers from all over the world have been following the progress of what promises to be Latin Americas newest landmark property - Trump Ocean Club International Hotel & Tower Panama. With its beautiful silhouette that emulates a massive sail overlooking Panama Bay, the 72-storey building has already redefined the Citys skyline and is a must-see for all those who visit. At its completion, Trump Ocea ...
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  • Nepal Tours Offer Heart-grabbing Attractions
    By: Hariom Arya | - Bestowed with amazing attractions and home to numerous tallest peaks of the world, Nepal is the most sought after tourism destination. Whether you are looking for adventure activities or simply wish to explore numerous picturesque vistas it is one of the finest places in south-Asia which persuade vacationers to visit this country from every nook and corner of the world. Blessed with numerous enchanting attractions and wonderments Nepal is globally known for Mt.Everest the highest peak in the wor ...
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  • The Greatest Mountaineers Tell Their Stories On Satellite Tv
    By: Adam Hampton | - Before embarking on his quest to climb Mt. Everest, the tallest mountain in the world, the famous mountaineer George Mallory was asked why exactly it was he wanted to climb the peak. His response became what some now consider the three most famous words in mountaineering: Because its there. To a certain extent, this reflects the attitude of anyone who has ever looked on mountain peaks with a sense of wonder, yearning to see what it would be like to see the world not from down below but ...
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  • Three Tallest Skyscrapers In Shanghai
    By: Rakesh Jha | - Shanghai spectacular city in China! This is the most populous city in China. This is known for its tourist activities. But every year numerous people take cheap flights to Shanghai for new business ventures. The city is one of the business hubs in China which is evident from its skyscrapers.

    Following are some of the most popular skyscrapers in Shanghai:

    Shanghai World Financial Center

    This is the tallest skyscraper in China with total height of 492 met ...

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  • The World's Highest Conference Call
    By: Andy | - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stand on top of the world's tallest mountain? Well now you can from the comfort and convenience of your desk!
    Tomorrow, Cisco engineer Brian Dickinson will be embarking on his final ascent to Mt. Everest's peak a whopping 29,035 feet above sea level and thanks to WebEx technology you can join him on his exhausting emotional and physical expedition. From Base Camp (17,500ft) Brian will answer your questions, talk about his trainin ...

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  • Discover Shenzhen"€™s Highest Peak Atop Breathtaking Wutong Mountain
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | - Ranked as one of the most breathtaking locales in all of Shenzhen, the cloud-piercing Wutong Mountain range is a lot more than the provinces highest peak. Looming over the skyline at an impressive height of 944 meters the tallest mountain in all of Shenzhen also occupies a lush area spread out over 32 square kilometres. Declared a provincial scenic spot by the Guangdong Provincial Government back in 1993 this breathtaking venue has been attracting visitors from far and wide since time immemor ...
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  • Qutub Minar The Pride Of Delhi
    By: Sanyukta Jain | - The Qutub Minar is the tallest brick minaret in India as well as in the world with a height of 72.5 meters. The construction of this historical site began way back in 1193 under the supervision of Qutab-ud-din-Aibak and eventually finished under the supervision of Iltutmish in 1386. It is considered to be one of the most famous and legendary as well as rare sites that have been built due to a joint effort by the Indo-Islamic culture. The site has been designated as a World heritage Site by the U ...
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  • Up In The Clouds. Pudong Financial District
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | - The driving force of one of the most economically successful areas in the world, Pudong District in Shanghai is epitomized by its headline grabbing high rises; the Orient Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Building, Shanghai World Financial Centre, some of the tallest buildings in the world, and soon to be added on to by the completion of the Shanghai Tower which at 632 meters will be the tallest building in China and the second tallest in the world. These buildings are a three dimensional advertisement for S ...
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  • 3 Tallest Architectural Structures In Hong Kong
    By: Chrish Watson | - Hong Kong is one of the most visited areas in Asia. The small region has something for everyone. No matter whether you are visiting Hong Kong with your family, friends or colleagues; youd never find dearth of excitement, adventure and amusement. Every year number of architecture lovers take cheap flights to Hong Kong to take a closer look at its modern architecture.

    Following are the tallest buildings in Hong Kong:

    International Commerce Centre

    Internat ...

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  • Dubai Parks "€" Adding Refreshing Tinge To Your Vacation
    By: Chrish Watson | - Dubai is one of the most developed areas in the Middle East. Every year millions of tourists take cheap flights to Dubai especially to take a look at the magnificent architecture and sandy beaches. The city is also home to numerous parks which make Dubai worth visiting with family.

    Following are the most famous parks in Dubai:

    Wild Wadi Water Park

    Wild Wadi is a water park which is strategically located next to Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Burj Al Arab. It is ...

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  • The History Of Steel Buildings In The United States
    By: William Hauselberg | - Steel has been the metal that has built nations, and the US is no exception. To some of the tallest skyscrapers in New York City, to airplane hangars and barns in the bread basket of the Midwestern Plains, the American metal building has a long history. With its superior strength to weight ratio, steel has created buildings that can withstand almost anything nature dishes out.

    Early Uses of Steel Buildings

    The American steel building started out in the early 1900's when ...

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  • Tallest Landmarks Of New York City
    By: anna lily | - One city in the world that has best of everything is without any doubt New York City. It is a unique conglomerate of amazing landscapes, museums, parks and fascinating views. New York City has architectural monuments that are not only fascinating and amazing but are tallest buildings in the world.
    New York City skyline is marked by tall skyscrapers that are a unique masterpiece in themselves when it comes to design and architecture. The twin Towers were the premier tallest landmark of New ...

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  • The 7 Tallest Buildings In The World
    By: Alex Richards | - Ever wondered what the biggest building in the world was? Well I am here to settle the debate and run you through some of the tallest buildings in the world and some of the previous holders of prestigious crown of tallest building in the world.

    7.Willis Tower formerly known as the sears tower, is located in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The skyscraper is 108 stories high which measures up at 442 metres (1,451 feet) and at the time of completion was the tallest building in the w ...

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  • Burj Khalifa "€" Behold The Current Tallest Tower In The World
    By: Pushpitha Wijesinghe | - Dubai a country bedecked with many a manmade marvel, attractions and places to see is the ideal vacation destination. But what its also famous for is its large towers and one such skyscraper that literally stands out is the Burj Khalifa currently known as the tallest tower ever built. This colossal structure is a skyscraper situated in the heart of Dubais commercial city.
    Its construction began in the year 2004 and it was officially declared opened in January 2010. The Burj K ...

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  • The Tallest And Most Amazing Trees In The World!
    By: Samuel Johnstein | - While trees are so ubiquitous that they go unnoticed for most people, the world could hardly survive without them. In fact,trees are not only beautiful, they are essential to nature and the environment. Not only do they provide shade in times of heat, they help facilitate breathing for all mammals. This is because trees produce oxygen and carbon dioxide emissions. Trees are also responsible for the prevention of erosion and may also moderate soil temperature.

    There are many differen ...

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  • Ireo Brings The Tallest Residential Complex In North India 9810257121 @ "€" Ireo Victory
    By: SUMER SINGH | - Dear Sir / Madam,

    After tremendous success of The Grand Arch & Uptown IREO brings The Tallest Residential Complex in North India IREO VICTORY VALLEY

    "Ireo Victory Valley will be a part of this will planned township offering stunning views of the Aravali Hills. Situated at the junction of Golf Course Road with Sector- 67 in the most luxurious and convenient location in Gurgaon, Victory Valley will offer its residents immediate access to NH. 8, Delhi ...

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  • Dubai Unveils The World"€™s Tallest Structure
    By: Rentals Dubai | - The city of Dubai got a much needed boost in the media last night. The occasion on 04 January 2010 was the unveiling of the worlds tallest building- the Burj Dubai. Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai did the honors in a glitzy ceremony. As expected the media were out in full frenzy, as were more than a 1000 city dwellers. It was a festive atmosphere not unlike honoring a Hollywood icon, to which the Sheikh once compared his city. A colorful hot air balloon served as a ...
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  • Being Both Abundant And Spiritual Is The Tallest Order
    By: Stephen Lau | - For centuries, money has been a symbol of exchange of goods and services. But money is also a measure of the meaning and value of different things; for example, if money represents greed and selfishness, it becomes a symbol of evil.

    Money is a means to an end, and not an end itself. Having more money is neither a sin nor a guilt. Jesus said, "I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly." (John 10:10) So, having abundance may indeed be a blessing. But Jesus also warned tha ...

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  • Living In Faith - The Tallest Order
    By: Stephen Lau | - Living in faith is living a life of spirituality. What does it entail? It demands a major decision in life to be interested in spiritual things, that is, things of the Spirit, instead of things of the flesh, just as Paul said, "For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit." (Romans 8:5). According to Paul, if you are interested in things of the flesh, you become self-centered, and your mot ...
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  • Burj Dubai's Towering March
    By: Pankaj Mohan | - Dubai's upcoming landmark, Burj Dubai Tower, is creating ripples around the world. The building is expected to be completed by June 2009, and it will stand to be the world's tallest at that time. Emaar, a UAE construction giant developing it, has yet not disclosed its official height, but the building is expected to measure above 800m on its completion. There will be more than 160 floors and a 200m high spire carrying various communication equipments in the entire building. Most of its first 108 ...
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  • Tallest Building In The World "€" Burj Dubai
    By: William | - The tallest man made structure record was held by the CN Tower in Canada. However, that record has been broken by the Burj Dubai, a 555.3m building constructed by Emaar Properties, one of the leading property builders.

    Currently the tallest building, the Burj Dubai, at 555.3m high, is one tall building that has a whopping one hundred and fifty stories. This building has left the others in the competition like the Taipei 101 in Taiwan and the record holder, CN Tower.

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  • The Empire State Building: Art Deco At It's Height
    By: Johnny Moon | - Construction on the art-deco inspired Empire State Building began on March 17, 1930, St. Patrick's Day. It cost almost $25 million to build; the onset of the Great Depression actually sliced the anticipated costs in half. The building stands at 1,454 feet (443.2 meters), has 103 floors, 6,500 windows, 73 elevators, and a maintenance and administrative staff of about 250. There are two observatories reachable by high speed elevators: the 86th floor observatory (about 1,050 feet/320 meters) and ...
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  • Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur
    By: Criss Lee | - One of the most interesting places to visit in Asia is Kuala Lumpur and one of the major attractions there is the Petronas twin towers. These magnificent structures stand 458 meters tall and have 88 floors. The foundation of these towers stretches 120 meters underground. The towers themselves are made primarily of reinforced concrete and steel with a glass faade. Construction on these towers was finished in 1996.

    Visitors are allowed to go to the 41st floor to see the sky brid ...

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  • Mount Kinabalu: Southeast Asia's Tallest Mountain
    By: The Backpacker | - Mount Kinabalu is the tallest peak in Southeast Asia and a National Park of Malaysia. Standing 4101 metres above sea level, the mountain is in Sabah, the East Malaysian state on the isle of Borneo. It is located about 2-3 hours away from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah's capital.

    Top 3 Things About Mount Kinabalu:

    1. Scenic Walk: Take in the fresh air as you walk up and notice your surroundings change from the large tropical trees to scrubs to rock. The whole mountain ...

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