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Geography and politics: Sample Web links
Antarctica
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Geographical and political information on the southern continent. This CIA-run Web site answers virtually every question one could think of asking about modern Antarctica.
Arctic Dawn: Journeys of Samuel Hearne
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Travelogue of a journey in the Arctic undertaken in 1768 by Samuel Hearne. As well as being a fascinating historical document, the story is interspersed with images and audio clips of local animals and birds, as well as information about the indigenous American Indian population.
Crete
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Well-presented guide to the largest Greek island. There is information on geography, landscape, history, archaeology and architecture, the character of the people, and local traditions. The site also includes profiles of the leading towns on the island and a number of photographs.
Discover Hong Kong
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Jumping-off point for sources of political, social, and cultural news about Hong Kong. This site is directed at the tourist and includes practical information on such topics as sightseeing, shopping, transportation, where to stay, and local culture, as well as a more practical hotel and restaurant guide.
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
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Comprehensive official information on all aspects of the Great Barrier Reef and efforts to preserve this World Heritage Area. The online edition of the authority's quarterly Reef Research gives detail of current related scientific work.
Jerusalem in Old Maps and Views
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Selection of old maps of Jerusalem, produced by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Maps and views dating as far back as 564 AD offer visitors a bird's-eye view of the history of the city and of the uncomfortable mix of
Judaism, Christianity, and Islam within its much disputed boundaries.
Lake District National Park Authority
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Official guide to the attractions of Britain's largest national park. There are sections on geology, history, conservation activities, and exhibitions in the Park's visitor's centre. There is a daily weather report for keen walkers. There are also some fabulous photographs of Lakeland beauty spots.
Luke's South American Diary
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Personal travelogue of an expatriate living, raising a family, and travelling around Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, and Chile. It is updated with new adventures about every month, it includes photographs, and can be searched by date, country, or trip.
Republic of The Gambia
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Official Web site of The Gambia, with information about the country's history, geography, government, investment opportunities, and economic development, plus a guide for travellers.
Total Yellowstone Page
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Guide to the world's longest established national park. This site includes a history of the park, information about hiking, wildlife, accommodation, fishing and driving, daily weather reports, and a guide to the geysers. There are also regular updates of a project to reintroduce wolves into the park.
Welcome to the Panama Canal
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Good source of information on the organization, operation, and history of the Panama Canal from its operating authority. Photographs and diagrams help explain the workings of the canal and its system of locks.
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