While participating in The Duke University Discussions program, Co-Founder of The Tibetan Photo Project, Sazzy Varga sat down and gave this introduction to the project. Details http://www.tibetanphotoproject.com
Unique performances and interactive experiences will showcase Scotland in China at the Shanghai World Expo 2010, an event expected to attract 70 million visitors, as a great place to visit, live and work, learn, do business and invest in.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to
http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/prne/visitscotland/42448/
Otis Elevator Company, the United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX) unit which powered cities skyward and moves passengers up and down structures as diverse as the Eiffel Tower, the Empire State Building and the Kremlin, celebrates its 160th anniversary with the promise to harness the power of the sun.
Founder Elisha Otis sold his first elevator in 1853, after developing the safety brake designed so that, “if the rope breaks the platform cannot fall.” Over the past 100 years, Otis, a $12 billion unit of UTC, has provided elevators to eight of the ten World’s Tallest Buildings, including the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, and the Shanghai World Financial Center in China, as well as the iconic Empire State Building in New York City.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/60420-otis-elevator-company-marks-160-th-anniversary
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) recently released its list of the World’s Top 15 Model Cities for Best Practices in Tourism. Hangzhou, China was included in the list for its innovative efforts in the protection and development of as well as continuous investment in the city’s historical and cultural resources.
In December 2016, UNWTO created an award recognizing the 15 cities worldwide considered by the organization as examples to emulate when it come to the adoption of best practices in tourism, among its 193 member countries. UNWTO plans to expand the best practices applied by the winners in other global destination cities. UNWTO selected 15 winners based on the results of a survey and a performance evaluation program conducted by a panel of judges at a special evaluation meeting held in September 2017.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8243851-hangzhou-china-top-15-cities-best-practices-tourism/
Cafe Deco, a unique restaurant located in The Peak Galleria, is the ideal destination for a fine dining experience. With sheer glass from floor to ceiling and an incredible view of The Peak, Cafe Deco is a landmark in Hong Kong. The restaurant s massive windows are all that stand between the diner and one of the world s most spectacular sights Hong Kong s world famous skyline and busy harbour. www.SO U.TV
After the devastating earthquake in Sichuan, Animals Asia, the organisation that runs the moon bears sanctuary, came to the rescue of the surviving dogs and cats. People are lining up to hand over their pet dogs for safe-keeping until they are back on their feet. Watch the video at http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?contestid=&id=1477
Martial Arts(Wushu) is about balance, speed and power. It is a physical sport but spiritual training is equally important. Hundreds of the best Martial Arts athletes around Hong Kong will gather in Kowloon Park Sports Centre this weekend to compete in the 2008 Hong Kong Wushu Competition. If you don’t want to miss all the spectacular and stunning moves, stay tuned with http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?contestid=&id=4118
