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Life can be tough enough without fighting through the maze of information on offer before booking your annual holiday!
If you’ve decided on your country and who you want to holiday with, one of your party will be left with the unenviable task of finding a list of possible places to stay. Just what are the criteria? Take a family of mum, dad, two grandparents and three children for example – the hotel bill might be extortionate – and the food bill unbelievable. It’s more than sensible to explore a selection of Holiday villas, complete with air conditioning, Double Glazing, pots and pans, and who knows, even your own swimming pool!? [Read More...]

The name Iran originated from the tribe of Aryan. These people occupied Persian during 1600 B.C. The history of Persia consists of numerous powerful leaders. In 550 BC, the famous Cyrus the Great took over one of the most powerful tribes, known as the Medes. This was when he founded the most powerful empire the world had ever heard of. This empire covered Babylonia, Syria and Asia Minor, Thrace, Macedonia and Egypt.
In late 4th century B.C, Cyrus’ empire was overthrown by a Greek general known as Alexander the great. Later on, Alexander’s empire was taken control of by the Perthians; Perthians in turn were replaced by Ardashir who founded the Sassanian Empire. In 640 AD, Persia was taken over by the Arabs who established the Islamic religion.
At the beginning of the 18th century, a well known figure in Iranian/Persian history Ardir Shah took over the control of the country of Iran for 20 years after when he was forced out from the power in 1747 and a new empire of rulers founded themselves. During this time, Persia/Iran was under threat from Russia.
Russia and Britain invaded Persia/Iran during World War 1. Afterwards, a senior army officer known as Colonel Reza Khan organized a military coup and with the support of British and Russians, he came to power in 1921. [Read More...]

Fuel production has been the main industry of Iran since 1920. Iran has a lot of fuels from which they generate energy. In 1970, Iran became the second largest producer of natural gas which is primarily used domestically, and crude oil. It is the second largest exporter of petroleum but this changed when the Gulf [...]

Iranian political system runs in a framework. It has an erected president and a parliament. It also has an assembly of experts and also local councils. The Iranian Parliament consists of 290 members and they are all elected for a tem of four years. In addition it has other institutions that oversee the elected officials. [...]

Persia became the first country to have an empire under the dynasty of Cyrus the great. This dynasty of Cyrus was called Achaemenid Empire and was the one who founded the Persian Empire. Cyrus the Great was a powerful ruler who was known for his good leadership skills and strong military tactics. //

Life can be tough enough without fighting through the maze of information on offer before booking your annual holiday! If you’ve decided on your country and who you want to holiday with, one of your party will be left with the unenviable task of finding a list of possible places to stay. Just what are [...]
As the light begins to thin, shadows grow longer and an unmistakeable chill is felt on the air many people look to an autumn getaway to lift their spirits. Autumn is a great time for a break, with stunning natural displays in cooler locations and pre winter sunshine still on offer in others. Whatever your [...]

Israel can be a bit scary if you’re there at the wrong place / time! Visitor numbers to Israel were in serious decline but things started to stabilize a little and tourist numbers are steadily increasing. Jerusalem is amazing and is worth visiting Israel for just for this city. Do not let terrorism shock you [...]
This is Jeremy Seal’s quest, by means of a fez, for the heart of a country culturally and spiritually at odds with herself. The fez’s opposing associations – both… //
Provides an analysis of Islamist cultural politics through the ethnography of a thriving, grassroots women’s piety movement in the mosques of Cairo, Egypt. Politics of Piety is a groundbreaking analysis of Islamist cultural politics through the… //
The wonderful ancient civilisation of the Egyptian Pharaohs holds a fascination for children and adults alike from the iconic emblem of the Sphinx to the treasures artefacts and even curses hidden away in the pyramids. Discover the truth behind the legends as we delve into the rich history of ancient Egypt: from its greatest Pharaohs [...]
Memory history and culture collide with the starlit rooftop dreams of a myth-inspired character as Soledad and her partner Hailstorm redefine family on their own terms after the death of their eldest son in Iraq. Steeped in poetic realism and contemporary politics this title challenges us to try to imagine a time before war. //
A generously illustrated collection of John Baines’s influential writings on the role of writing and the importance of visual culture in ancient Egypt. Investigation … //