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Who conquered Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

British. During this period of 443 years, Sri Lanka has been under the rule of Portuguese (1505-1658), Dutch (1658-1796), British (1796-1948) and Trincomalee Harbour was under the French for few months in 1796. Only the coastal areas of Sri Lanka were colonized until the British conquered the whole island in 1815. Who completely conquered Sri […]

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Is Sri Lanka good for honeymoon?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Embedded in the massive Indian Ocean like a jewel, Sri Lanka is a great getaway for honeymooners. Since this island-country is small, it is also makes one of the cheapest honeymoon destinations in Asia and the couples taking out a week’s time to spend a holiday together can enjoy the diversity at its best here. […]

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When was Penang Hill built?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

1923. Penang Hill Railway Built in 1923, it is one of the world’s oldest funicular systems and has a 2,007m-long track that climbs the hill at a crawling 30-minute pace. Who built Penang Hill? Penang Hill is also known by the Malay name Bukit Bendera, which actually refers to Flagstaff Hill, the most developed peak. […]

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What countries can Vietnamese citizens travel to?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

List of foreign countries and territories that Vietnamese citizens can travel without a visa No. Country, territory Time of stay 1 Singapore 30 days 2 Cambodia 30 days 4 The Philippines 21 days What countries can Vietnamese travel to? Vietnamese passport visa free countries to travel Laos. Visa Free. 1 month • Cambodia. Visa Free. […]

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Is it rude to pour your own drink in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

It is considered rude to pour a drink for oneself. In a gesture of hospitality, your drinking partner will pour your drink. You then reciprocate by pouring theirs. If you are attending a gathering or banquet, do not drink until everyone has a glass and raises it in a collective “kampai” (cheers!) Can you pour […]

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How much is a 20 cents Singapore coin worth?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Information: Krause number KM# 347 Denomination 20 cents Currency rate 0.2 SGD = 0.15 USD Year 2013-2018 Period Republic of Singapore (1967 – 2020) What is the value of 20 cents in Singapore? Features Issuer Singapore Value 20 Cents 0.2 SGD = USD 0.15 Currency Dollar (1967-date) Composition Copper-nickel Weight 4.5 g What is 20 […]

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How many people refused the draft in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

According to peace studies scholar David Cortright, more than half of the 27 million men eligible for the draft during the Vietnam War were deferred, exempted, or disqualified. What percentage of people were drafted for Vietnam? 25% (648,500) of total forces in country were draftees. (66% of U.S. armed forces members were drafted during WWII). […]

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Do Sri Lankans need visa to UAE?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Get UAE tourist visa from Sri Lanka The UAE embassies do not issue tourist visas.You can also contact travel agencies in your country for any tourist packages available to the UAE in collaboration with a local tour operator. Can Sri Lankan travel to UAE? All passengers travelling to Dubai from any point of origin (GCC […]

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Do Hong Kongers understand Mandarin?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

They are the quasi-official languages in Hong Kong. Therefore, people from Hong Kong should be able to speak Standard Mandarin Chinese, but in fact, many people from Hong Kong speak fluent Cantonese and poor Mandarin. Can most Hong Kongers speak Mandarin? Hong Kong’s recent census report states that Mandarin is the second language most spoken […]

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How do you say water in Cambodia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Som tach [som tack] – Water please Cambodia’s heat means staying hydrated is essential. What does Sok mean in Khmer? “I’m fine, thanks” in Khmer -> knhom sok sabay te, arw-kun. The two words “sok sabay” can also be used alone as an answer. “sok” means “healthy” and “sabay” can be translated as “good”. What […]

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Why do Vietnamese drink warm water?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

According to traditional Chinese medicine, every human body is made up of yin elements and yang elements.To treat these illnesses, the person must get rid of the extra yang, or the excess heat. The best way to do so is by consuming food and drinks in the yin category. Hot water, for example, is a […]

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Why is it difficult for Vietnamese to speak English fluently?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Vietnamese is a tonal language and students battle to speak English with the correct intonation and rhythms. This is why when Vietnamese students speak English, it can often be unintelligible to native English speakers. Why is it hard for Vietnamese to learn English? The fact that Vietnamese is a monosyllabic, tonal language often causes the […]

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Where did most of the fighting take place in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Despite the fact that South Vietnam was America’s ally in the Vietnam War, it suffered severe damage to its land, people, and culture. The war also affected North Vietnam, but not as severely or as permanently as the South. After all, most of the heavy fighting took place in the South. Where was the most […]

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What is the best island to go to in the Maldives?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

1. Male Island. There are many places in the world today that offer the serenity of a beach holiday and the Male Island is certainly one of them. Regarded as one of the best islands in the Maldives, Male is home to the main international airport and in the Maldives and offers the best of […]

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Is Laos the poorest country in Southeast Asia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

While Laos remains one of the poorest countries in Southeast Asia, with nearly one-quarter of its population below the poverty line, it has made good progress over the past 20 years, including halving poverty, reducing hunger, and improving education and health outcomes. What is the poorest country in Southeast Asia? MyanmarBy contrast, Myanmar is the […]

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