| Monday, August 24, 2009 |
| KEDARNATH.US |
kedarnath.us Amidst a spectacular mountain scenery majestic Kedarnath range stands one of the twelve "Jyotirlingas" and Kedar, or Lord Shiva. Nanotechnology altitude of 3584 meters. the head of river Mandakini, Kedarnath shrine is one of the holiest pilgrimages of Hindus. The origin of the temple is located in a prestigious Large epic - Mahabharata. According to legend, the Pandavas sought the blessings of Lord Shiva and atone for their sins after the battle of Mahabharata. Lord Shiva escapes continuously and simultaneously escape Kedarnath fled into the data sheet form. Must be used with, he dove into the ground and behind the bump on the surface. This conical protrusion is adored Idol shrine.The other parts of Lord Shiva were used in four other places - the arms (Bahu) at Tungnath, mouth (mukha) at Rudranath, Navan (nabhi) is Madmaheshwar and hair ( not) is Kalpeshwar. Together with Kedarnath, these places known as Panch Kedar. Lingam is Kedarnath is pyramidal, unlike the normal format. Player Nandi - Heavenly Bull at the mouth of the temple, and beautifully carved images adorn the interior of the temple. 
During the winters, the sanctuary surrounded by the snow, and is therefore closed. An ideal time to visit is from May to October. Kedarnath is reached 14 km. the long march of Gaurikund. BACKGROUND Area: 3 square kilometers. Climate: Winter: September-November cold days and cold at night. Summer: May to August-Cool during the day and cold at night. Precipitation: 1475 mm. Best season: May to October rainy season. Clothing: Light woollens in summer. Heavy woolens in winter. Language: Hindi, Garhwali and English. Go up AVAILABILITY Airport: Jolly Grant, Dehradun (251 km). Railhead: Rishikesh (234 km). Kotdwar (260 km). Route: Affordability is one foot of the Gaurikund, which is connected to the road to Rishikesh, Kotdwar, Dehradun, Haridwar and other major hill stations of Garhwal and Kumaon region. ACCOMMODATION Dharamshala, ashrams, Cottages Tourist Rest House to live comfortably. PRIME SITES Kedarnath Temple In this temple, built in the 8th century AD by Adi Guru Shankaracharya is located near the site of an ancient temple built Pandavas. Architected walls of the temple is beautifully embellished characters and scenes from mythology gods. The temple has a conical lingam - the main idol, a statue of Nandi - the bull in the Sky "garbha Grah ', and assemblies of pilgrims and visitors. The temple is estimated at more than 1000 years. Shankaracharya Samadhi Behind the Kedarnath Temple is located in samadhi or final resting place of Adi Guru Shankaracharya. It is believed the four sets dham in India he went for his samadhi at an early age of 32 years. IMPORTANT FAIRS & Festivals Fairs: 1. Nagnath (February) 2. Sardotsava, Joshimath (February) 3. Sardotsava Chamoli Gopeshwar (February-March) 4. Shivaratri, Gopeshwar (February-March) 5. Nanda Devi, Enjoy (March) 6. Maithan, Maithan (March) 7. Bishwat Sankranti, Karnaprayag / Nandprayag (April) 8. Bikhot, Agastyamuni (April) 9. Nauth, Adi Badri (May) 10. Kaviltha, Kaviltha (June) 11. Naumi, Jasoli Haryali (August) 12. Bhaikhal, Mela, Bhaikhaltal (August) 13. NandaDevi, Bedner Bugyal (September) 14. Nanda Devi, Lata (September-October) 15. Krishna Mela, Joshimath (November) 16. Gauchar Mela Gauchar (November) 17. ANSI Mela Anusuya Devi (December) |
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| Thursday, July 30, 2009 |
| London18.com |
Suicides, murders and heart attacks increase with unemployment
The rates of suicide, murder and heart attacks increases with unemployment, according to a study published in the British medical journal The Lancet. Researchers from Oxford University and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine examined the death rates of the past three decades in relation to economic change in 26 European Union countries.
For every 1% increase in unemployment, suicides and murders rose 0.8% in people younger than 65 years. A 3% increase in unemployment is thus linked to an increase of 2.4% of murders and suicides. When unemployment increases by 3% or more of some, suicide may climb to 4.4% and 6% homicide.
A 3% increase in unemployment was also linked to an increase of 2.7% of heart attacks in men of 30-44 years. Deaths from road accidents decreased by 4.2%, probably due to a greater number of people who choose to walk or take public transport.
Aid programs to return to work, however, may reduce these effects, the study shows. When governments spend over 135 euros ($ 190 U.S. dollars) per person annually, an increase of 3% unemployment does not increase the rate of suicides.
"Our study suggests that investments in programs to support the unemployed can both help the economy and prevent an increase in deaths," explains David Stuckli who led the research.
Martin McKee, co-author, the rates of suicides are only the tip of the iceberg and indicate that a much larger proportion of the population suffers from high levels of mental distress. |
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| uklondonpubs |
The blog is your essential guide to the very best in London"s traditional pubs. Search by an area of London and we"ll show you where the pubs are in relation to the nearest tube station and local attractions. Each individual pub is steeped in history .As well as the beautiful exteriors, inside of Every pub holds many treasures of days gone by:, the original features to framed photographs. most have a historical story to tell and some are even visited by ghosts. Al the pubs have a bustling atmosphere where you can choose to stand and to join or sit back , relax and soak up the atmosphere.Whichever you choose i guarantee that you will experience traditional Fayre, unique surroundings and friendly service from unforgettable characters. If you are traveling outside London , there are some great historical pubs across the country. All the pubs are visited by me my tour to London and iam try my level best here to provide full details and story of every pub along with pictures. 
Most new visitors to London are amazed at how "un-English" it feels. Chinese take-outs outnumber fish-and-chip shops, many hotels are run by foreigners, and curry is the "local" specialty. But there's at least one place in London that's straight out of jolly olde England — the pub. 
The late Victorian period (c. 1880-1905) was the Golden Age for pub building. Back then, the economy is booming, and owner of the pub, drunk on profits, invested in fancying up their watering holes. The posh areas are often decorated with heavy embossed wallpaper ceilings, fine tile work, etched glass, ornate carved stillions (the big central hutch for storing bottle and glass), and even urinals to use the a place to set your beer. The Princess Louise, built in 1897, is a perfect example (at 208 High Holborn). In the early 20th century, pubs took on a modern Art nouveau look, organic, highly stylized art and architecture. London is the best the Black friar, with carved capitals, lamp holders, and quirky phrases worked in decor (174 Queen Victoria Street). Recently, the bank will return to the pubs. As more banks go electronic, they are moving lavish, high-rent old buildings. Some of the old banks are mending as type bars and pubs in stillions providing fine centerpiece. Examples are the Old Bank of England (194 squadron Street) and The counting House (50 Cornhill). Spend some time in any of the pubs now and you'll have your finger on the London press. Clear these hang-outs are an expanded living room, where Local and tourist alike can eat, drink, get a rain, watch an event in sports, and make new friends. As in previous days, people go to a pub that social. If that is your goal, stick on the bar (instead of a table) and the people you assume the mood to talk. And, of course, there are number-one reason why people always flocke in pubs: beer. Coming in many varieties, from American-style beer, the amber-colored ale, that perhaps the most common British beer: bitter. Pub grub is better than it sounds of, and getting tastier every year. Pubs often serve traditional dishes, such as "Bangers and mash (sausages and mashed potatoes) and roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, but you're as likely to find pasta, curries dishes, quiche and the menu. The these days, even the old-time pub is starting to move to the best of London multiculturalism.
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| ETM starts catering company |
The company, which operates eight sites, has launched ETM Catering, an outside catering arm for events like christenings, dinner parties, boardroom meetings, BBQs or birthdays.
It has so far provided outside catering for a two-day open-garden event in Chelsea, a Christening for 50 people, a City penthouse canapé reception for 80, a BBQ party on a yacht, and a champagne and seafood lunch buffet for 25 people at Royal Ascot.
ETM is also offering a kids-eat-free promotion Monday to Saturday at the Empress, Victoria Park, in London. for more read www.uklondonpubs.com |
| posted by GreatLondonPubs @ Thursday, July 30, 2009 |
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