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How far is Jakarta airport to city?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The distance from Soekarno Hatta Airport to downtown is 28 kilometers and the travel time from Jakarta airport to city is around 40 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes by taxi depending on the traffic. How do I get from Jakarta airport to city Centre? Best options to get to city centre are transfers or […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Indonesia, Jakarta

Is it legal to have 2 wives in Malaysia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Polygamy in Malaysia is legalized between one man and up to four wives although special permission from a sharia court is required in each instance beyond the first marriage. Can you have multiple wives in Malaysia? Under Malaysian law, it is legal for Muslim men to marry as many as four wives, although they must […]

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Can we use Indian currency in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Indian Rs are a valid currency in Nepal. As mentioned, do not bring Rs 500 or Rs 1000 notesthey are illegal in Nepal. In the larger cities (Kathmandu, Pokhara), u can pay with INR for everything. Is Indian currency accepted in Nepal? Hi, All Indian currency is widely accepted in Nepal.Hey Umang, Indian currency is […]

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What is the main culture in Taiwan?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Cultural milieu Taiwan’s culture may be described as traditional and conservative, like most other Asian cultures but to a greater degree. It is mainly Chinese in origin and is patriarchal and patrilineal, with the family at the centre of cultural activities. What are some cultural traditions in Taiwan? 6 Traditions Only Locals In Taiwan Can […]

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Does Japan use wedding rings?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Most Japanese weddings take place in spring and autumn and begin with a formal wedding ceremony.During a Christian ceremony in Japan, couples exchange wedding rings instead of cups of sake. Some couples opt for both a Shinto and Christian ceremony, for the best of both worlds. Are wedding rings popular in Japan? Japan is pretty […]

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Does the US have a tax treaty with Taiwan?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The United States has not entered into an income tax treaty with Taiwan. While this does not preclude a person who is considered a US person and earning income in Taiwan (and paying taxes in Taiwan) to take a foreign tax credit in the United States for taxes paid in Taiwan – it can have […]

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How much does rent cost in Hong Kong?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

List of prices in Hong Kong Current as of Nov 2021. Food Update prices Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area HK$46,026 Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area HK$30,346 Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas) for 2 people in 85m2 flat HK$1,463 How much […]

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Can we smoke in Maldives resorts?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Smoking in room is prohibited in all Maldives resorts. Smoking makes the room smell very bad, it smells bad even for smokers themselves. Getting rid of this horrible smell is a challenge and consumes time and money. The prohibition also serves safety purpose. Can you smoke in Male Maldives? The Malé City Council decided Wednesday […]

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Can we use Jio Sim in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Jio Support International Roaming is a service which allows you to use your Jio SIM while travelling to another country outside India. With your Jio SIM you can travel 170 countries and enjoy seamless voice, data and SMS service experience. Can Jio Sim be used in Nepal? You can now use your Jio sim while […]

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What is the current status of Taiwan?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Current status Today, Taiwan is a democracy. China is ruled by a communist government. Is Taiwan still independent from China? Currently, Taiwan’s political status is ambiguous. China currently claims it is a province of the People’s Republic of China.The government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) opposes Taiwanese independence since it believes that Taiwan […]

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What is a Japanese melon?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Japanese muskmelons, considered a high-class fruit, are both fragrant and delicious and characterized by the net-like pattern of their surface. Varieties with green flesh include Earls melon and Andean melon, while Yubari melons and Lupia Red melons have orange flesh. What does Japanese melon taste like? Since it’s melon season in Japan, two YouTubers decided […]

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How many manufacturing industry are there in Malaysia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

259 industries. The Department of Statistics, Malaysia (DOSM) is currently conducting the Monthly Manufacturing Survey, 2017 commencing reference month January 2017. The survey covers 155 out of a total of 259 industries in the Manufacturing Sector (based on the Malaysia Standard Industrial Classification, 2008). How many manufacturing industries are there? There are more than 6,80,000+ […]

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Is there GST in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Goods and service tax (GST) became a hot topic in Nepal after it was adopted by India last July.Discussions on GST started in 2000 and it was finally implemented in 2017. Now there are GST and customs. Is VAT and GST same? And Value Added Tax (VAT) is a tax on this value addition at […]

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What are the 3 main beliefs of Tibetan Buddhism?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Basic Teachings of Buddha which are core to Buddhism are: The Three Universal Truths; The Four Noble Truths; and • The Noble Eightfold Path. What are the main beliefs of Tibetan Buddhism? Buddhists also believe in rebirth and reincarnation. This is a particularly strong “belief in Tibetan Buddhism”. It is believed that beings are […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: China, Tibet

What does a gallon of milk cost in Russia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Cost of Living in Russia. Restaurants Edit Milk (regular), (1 gallon) Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) Rice (white), (1 lb) Eggs (regular) (12) How much is a gallon of milk in Russia? Definitions STAT Russia Prices at markets > Cigarettes > Pack of Marlboro $1.66 Ranked 129th. Prices at markets > Egg > […]

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