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Краткое описание: The use of the term “Middle East” is almost as complex as the history of the region itself. The expression first appeared in English at the start of the 20th century and had replaced the term “Near East” by the middle of the century. In some languages, such as German or Russian, the region is still referred to as the “Near East:. In a cultural sense, the name “Middle East” can be used only in relation to the Arab world, but it’s generally also applied to the non-Arabic lands of Israel, Turkey and Iran. In terms of geography, ‘Middle East’ means primarily the Levant (the eastern shore of the Mediterranean) and the Persian Gulf States (the Arabian Peninsula, Iran and Iraq).

Краткое описание: On a crisp October evening, families crowd the Zocalo to look at tombstones. Rows of these mock monuments stand on a carpet of colored sawdust strewn with marigolds and painted skulls.

The world’s third largest urban area (by some estimates) fills a highland basin 2240 m above sea level, so you might already feel a bit light-headed upon arrival. Often described as a malevolent maelstrom of unbreathable air and rampant crime, the city nevertheless impresses visitors as a wonderfully weird and welcoming world, and captivates them with its year-round springlike climate, bubbling street life and abundant cultural offerings.

Краткое описание: Climbing a 1300-year-old Maya pyramid as parrots screech and howler monkeys growl in the sweaty emerald jungle around you. This is Mexico. Sliding from a palm-fringed sandy beach into the warm, turquoise waves of the Pacific. This, too, is Mexico. Dining on salmon enchiladas and chrysanthemum salad at a Mexico City fusion restaurant, dancing through the night at a high-energy Guadalajara nightclub, kayaking dawn past a colony of Baja California sea lions - all these are unique Mexican experiences.

Краткое описание: As diverse as it is beautiful, Mediterranean Europe is a region for all tastes. It boasts golden beaches and snow-capped mountains, volcanoes, lakes and forests; it’s home to some of the most famous buildings in the Western world and to a large chunk of its combined art collection; the food is great and the wine unbeatable. Whether you want to swim, ski, surf or bungee jump you’ll find somewhere to do it.

Краткое описание: Книга построена на анализе малоизвестных фактов из истории морских катастроф русско-японской войны, Первой и Второй мировых войн, а также морских катастроф нашего времени: это гибель теплоходов «Ленин», «Сванетия», «Армения», линкоров «Ямато» и «Новороссийск», американской подводной лодки «Трэшер»…

Краткое описание: Malta is a traveller-friendly country that provides holidays options for people on all budgets, and allows for more than just warm-weather, beach-going vacations - there’s a good deal of history, culture and tradition to explore too, so a long weekend here in the low season could constitute a cheap and fun city break. The country is so small you could cover most of the highlights in just a few days.

Краткое описание: As if you needed another reason to go, travel to Mauritius, Reunion and Seychelles is exceptionally safe and easy. There are superb tourism infrastructures in each country, excellent planning resources online, a good level of English is spoken everywhere and the choice of activities, hotels and eating is hard to rival anywhere. Of course islands this beautiful are rarely free of crowds and development, so it’s important to read up on specific destinations to see if they’ll provide the kind of holiday you’re looking for - divers looking for social life and entertainment should avoid honeymooner magnets (and vice versa), while those looking to get away from crowds should steer clear of big resorts and head off the beaten path.

Краткое описание: Mallorca is a case of good things coming in small packages. Although largely perceived as a summer-only, sun-and-fun destination, there is much more to the place. The mountain trails of the Serra de Tramuntana can be walked throughout most of the year, and cyclists will also enjoy the back inland roads. Diving, sailing, sea kayaking and other sports are attractions for the sport-minded. The growing network of quality rural hotels makes for peaceful country holidays at any time of the year and Palma offers everything from culture to shopping for the short-break city-stopper.

Краткое описание: A country jealously guarding its cultural heritage and fragile ecology from the onslaughts of Western consumerism, the Maldives is almost exclusively a place for the package tourist. Despite most independent travellers’ worst fears, coming on a package offers the best value for money, the easiest organisation and generally promotes preferential treatment - this is the way the Maldives is set up and everyone from the government to the resorts prefers you to travel this way.