Archive for April, 2008
US military base in Czech Republic
Referendum - a fundamental instrument of any democracy. Yet, not every time.
The NMD project of the United States – their national missile defense system, is a very complex project which involves the production of new weapons, and the installation of US military bases in different parts of the planet. In particular, in Europe, the first [...]
Posted: April 29th, 2008 under Life.
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Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
Carrick-a-Rede means the rock in the road. The road is the sea route for Atlantic salmon on their westward journey past Carrick Island. For over 350 years, fishermen have strung a rope bridge 30 meters above the sea to allow them to access the best places to catch the migrating salmon. The bridge is still [...]
Posted: April 21st, 2008 under Ireland.
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Walking in Glendalough - part 1
There are nine walks to choose from, each starting at the Information Office near the Upper Lake.
Miner’s Road Walk
Grade: Easy, Distance: 5 km, Meters climbed: 20 m
This walk skirts one side of the Upper Lake. The trail passes through Scots Pine woodland before reaching the ruined miners’ village. Halfway along the trail, the cave known [...]
Posted: April 17th, 2008 under Ireland.
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