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Why is Hanoi famous?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

A great place to explore on foot, this French-colonial city is also known for its delectable cuisine, vibrant nightlife, silks and handicrafts, as well as a multi-cultural community that’s made up of Chinese, French and Russian influences. What is Hanoi most known for? Hanoi is famous for ancient temples, citadels, authentic museums, French’s architectural buildings, […]

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Why are Russians so good at chess?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

There are several reasons why Russians are such good chess players. These reasons date back centuries ago and are rooted in the economic, political, and social environment at the time. During the Soviet Union’s existence, chess was much more than a simple game or pastime. Is chess a big deal in Russia? The popularity of […]

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Which is the first capital city of Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Kathmandu. Ancient Bhaktapur was at the centre of the trade route between ancient Tibet and India. Spread across an area of 6.88 sqkm and was Nepal’s first capital before Patan and Kathmandu came up. Which one is the capital city of Nepal? Kathmandu, also spelled Katmandu or Kantipur, capital of Nepal. It lies in a […]

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Is Thailand good for expats?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Thailand is one of the world’s most popular locales for good living abroad. And there are lots of reasons why.And the Thai people are some of the most welcoming in the world. As expat, Pamela Manning, says: “The lifestyle here is vibrant, friendly, and rewarding. Is Thailand safe for expats? On the whole, Thailand is […]

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How do I register my marriage in Maldives?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Registering a marriage Submit the documents (Notarized original marriage certificate, ID card and Passport copy of Husband and Wife) to Maldives Mission to get the letter from the Mission which is required by the Maldives family Court to register the marriage. Can foreigners register marriage in Maldives? A foreigner travelling to Maldives to marry with […]

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Under Which language group does Nepali language fall?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Indo-Aryan. Nepali language, also called Gurkha, Gorkhali, Gurkhali, or Khaskura, member of the Pahari subgroup of the Indo-Aryan group of the Indo-Iranian division of the Indo-European languages. Nepali is spoken by more than 17 million people, mostly in Nepal and neighbouring parts of India. Where does the language Nepali come from? The Nepali language, also […]

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Can S Pass holder get pregnant in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Yes. There is no restriction for S Pass holders to get pregnant while working in Singapore. Can work permit holder get pregnant in Singapore? You cannot deliver a child or become pregnant while on a Work Permit unless you are married to a Singapore citizen or permanent resident with the approval of MOM. This applies […]

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How can I buy land in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

A foreign citizen of Nepali origin registered as NRN may purchase any land in any one of the region and not exceeding the area ceiling, in order to reside within Nepal for him/herself or his/her own family. The application has to be submitted to Secretary of Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA). How much does it […]

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Does Laos celebrate Moon Festival?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Southeast Asia. Many festivals revolving around a full moon are also celebrated in Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar. Like the Mid-Autumn Festival, these festivals have Buddhist origins and revolve around the full moon. What are the festivals in Laos? Here we listed some of the most important festivals in Laos. Boun Pi Mai (Lao New Year) […]

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Are Russia and Vietnam allies?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Russia is a current ally of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and the few non-Orthodox allies along with India besides its strained alliance with China and North Korea. Who are the allies of Vietnam? During the Vietnam War (1959–75), North Vietnam balanced relations with its two major allies, the Soviet Union and the People’s Republic […]

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Why is Bhutan so clean?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Bhutan’s Constitution mandates that 60% of its lands be under forest cover at all times, with the current forest cover approximated at 72%. This of course makes it not only carbon neutral, but also the only carbon negative country in the world! Is Bhutan a clean country? Bhutan is arguably the world’s happiest country. It’s […]

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Can we drive Indian car in Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

There are a host of permits required for driving from India to Thailand by road via Myanmar. For travelling through Myanmar, you need to pay the Carnet fees and Thailand requires Carnet de Passage for Indian drivers. Can I drive in Thailand with Indian driving Licence? Foreigners wanting to drive in Thailand – but do […]

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What is the smoking age in Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

It has to be done slowly.” It is estimated that about a million children in Indonesia under the age of 16 smoke, and that one third of Indonesian children try smoking before the age of 10. In Indonesia, it is perfectly legal for a child of any age to buy and smoke cigarettes. Can you […]

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What is the average pay in Bali?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Bali Salary Annual Salary Hourly Wage Top Earners $43,000 $21 75th Percentile $41,000 $20 Average $32,928 $16 25th Percentile $27,000 $13 What is a good salary in Bali? Average Local Salary: The minimum wage salary for a local in Bali is about $140 per month; those in high paying jobs bring home around $500 per […]

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Who is the artist of Malaysian batik?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

CHUAH THEAN TENG. CHUAH THEAN TENG (b. 1914, China) studied at Amoy Fine Arts Academy in Fujian, and is widely acknowledged as the father of batik painting in Malaysia. His work elevated the medium of batik from craft to fine arts. He began studying the techniques of batik after he emigrated to Malaya in 1932. […]

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