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Is Cambodia part of the Golden Triangle?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Cambodia in not one of the three countries of the Golden Triangle. The Golden Triangle is the area where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet at the confluence of the Ruak and Mekong rivers. What countries are part of the Golden Triangle? The ‘Golden Triangle’ is situated in South-East Asia and comprises parts […]

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What materials are used in Cambodian musical instruments?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The bodies of the trew (the bowed string instruments) can be made from a variety of materials: part of an ivory tusk with the center hollowed out, hard wood, or very strong bamboo. One trew uses the hollowed-out shell of the coconut with an intricate pattern carved in the back for sound holes. What materials […]

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How can I go to Bhutan from Bangalore?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

By Air: While there are no Bangalore to Bhutan direct flights, for anyone looking to fly to Bhutan, they can do so from Delhi, Kolkata or even Guwahati to Bhutan’s main airport, Paro. People from Bangalore can travel to any of the above destinations to grab a flight to Paro to enter and enjoy the […]

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How Balinese play their instruments?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Generally the metallophones are played using one hand to strike the keys with a mallet while the other hand damps each key after it is struck to prevent the reverberation from clouding the overall sound, though sometimes a special two-handed technique is used where each hand both plays and quickly damps the keys. How is […]

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Does Nepal have railway?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

रे) is a state-owned company which operates passenger train service in Nepal. Currently it operates passenger transport service on the 28 km line from Jainagar, India to Janakpur, Nepal. Why there is no railway in Nepal? Closure. The Nepal Government Railway remained in service till 1965 when the construction of the highway linking the southern […]

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Is Nepali degree valid in India?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Your degree definitely would be valid provided it is from a recognized University. Can a Nepali get job in India? Nepalese Citizens can apply for government jobs in India Like Indian military, even civil services ( yes, there is some condition over there like exams and all). Even Same goes for Bhutanese citizens. Is MBBS […]

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What is the richest part of Russia?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

List of federal subjects of Russia by GDP per capita Rank Region Region GDP p.c. (nominal) USD (2018) Russia 11,290 1 Nenets Autonomous Okrug 110,320 2 Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug 90,640 3 Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug 42,540 What is the wealthiest city in Russia? MoscowThere is an almost three-fold gap between the richest (Moscow) and the poorest […]

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Are Japanese the most polite?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Japanese are renowned for politeness, yet the people of Tokyo don’t think they are polite enough. There’s one thing Asia does better than anywhere else: service. And the place in Asia where it is practised at a higher level than anywhere else is Japan.Japan is probably the most polite place on earth. Why Japanese […]

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Why are fruit expensive in Japan?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

A Farmer’s Dedication It is not uncommon for them to channel all their resources into growing just one fruit on a plot of land and tend to all its needs carefully as if nurturing a child. This suggests that this exclusive fruit will be sold at a premium price as a way to reward the […]

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Can I use Indian currency in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

There’s no problem at Singapore, however, note that Indian government does not permit export of Indian Rupee currency. Indian residents are allowed to carry maximum of Rs 7500 (meant to be used for expenses/ domestic travel upon return to India from the tour abroad). What is best currency to take to Singapore? Pound Sterling is […]

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Why is car tax so high in Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The answer is import duties and taxes. In order to protect the domestic auto industry, the government has levied high import duty and taxes on all imported cars.This creates local jobs and encourages foreign auto manufacturers to build plants in Thailand. How much is car tax in Thailand? The fee will vary according to the […]

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How many words does it take to be fluent in Russian?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

I think 3000 to 3500 words or more may be more realistic a word count for level 1 to take into count the case endings. I think 20000 words in Russian is going to be a minimum and 30000 to 50000 words would be a more comfortable fluency level. How many words do you need […]

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What is low season in Maldives?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Maldives Low Season: May to November Head on to June and August time when you can expect cooler climates, more rain and cloudier days. November marks the end of the off-season, and it’s in this month that you can expect average temperatures of 27°C, and around six hours of sunshine a day. What is the […]

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What is a good Japanese name?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Popular Baby Names , origin japanese Name Meaning Origin Aika love song Japanese Aiko beloved one, little love Japanese Aimi love beauty Japanese Aiya beautiful silk Japanese What are some cool Japanese names? Japanese Names for Boys Asahi. In Japanese, this boy’s name means “sunlight.” Haru. This name means “spring.” Akio. This Japanese name means […]

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How can I teach English in Cambodia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

To teach English in Cambodia, you will need a TEFL certificate. A 4-year college degree is not required but is strongly preferred. Native English proficiency is also expected to find a TEFL job. The average salary for an English teacher in Cambodia is about $700 – $1,000 USD per month. How do I become an […]

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