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Urban Sculpture in Brussels. The sculpture appeared in the human civilization much earlier writings. It was, above all, about a particular embodiment of the forces who should be afraid, or who ought to worship. But when there was a written language, and even at the dawn of printing, the role of architecture and its accompanying sculpture remained high. But the spread of literacy among the general public interest and reduced to painting, and to architecture, and sculpture. The same ideas can be expressed much easier – the words – and distribute worldwide. But unlike books, statues age are usually more long.

Without claiming to be complete, I'd like to present the most on I think, remarkable from several hundreds of urban sculpture in Brussels. When Belgium was born as an independent state, and it was, I recall, in 1830, the public could only see the sculpture park of Brussels – in order itself, where there was a revolution, and sculptural Minerva Grand Sablon Square. This statue was erected on the orders and the means of the noble exile – an English lord Bruce, thanks to the country, granted him asylum. And do not remind me about Mannequin Pease, appeared much earlier. Mannequin Piece – a fountain, although not the most usual form, but, incidentally, is not the oldest in the city, so forgive me tourists, not the interesting.

In order to see the fountains but the Belgian capital is what – about the sights and excursions in Brussels were legends. But on the fountains, we'll talk. The young Belgian state was create their own history and to enable people to see their heroes. The very first sculpture commissioned by the Belgian government – the figure of the ruler of the Southern Netherlands of Charles of Lorraine. In fact, the city had been two his sculptures. (Similarly see: Professor of Internet Governance). One of them and now you can see – this is the only equestrian figure of gilt on rooftops around the Grand Place. It is crowned by the building houses the guild of brewers. Second, by the way, was also paid once the guild brewers. But she had no luck. It was staged at the Royal Square – where now stands, too, equestrian statue of Godfrey Buyonskogo. But when in Brussels came to the French revolutionary armies, the first thing they dumped statue, and a few months even melted her – in the coin, too good metal was paid by brewers, rich and ambitious guild. The third statue was placed in the courtyard of the Museum of Fine Arts, in front of the building, which was erected by him and where his museum. Charles of Lorraine was so fond of their new homeland, even in a room ordered to lay out a mosaic of different types of building and ornamental stones mined in Belgium. He used a visual aid to persuade their guests to buy Belgian building materials! Sightseeing excursion in Brussels prepared and published historian guide guide by Maxim Belgium Tents. To be continued ..

About life in Switzerland (the ancient name of Helvetia) can be generalized to say: live there in different ways. But all lives – good. About many, perhaps, suggests at least the fact that the small alpine country with eight millionth population in the five richest countries in the world. To comfort the Swiss moved without too much haste. But persevere. More than seven centuries ago, the citizens of three picturesque valleys – Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden – an alliance of mutual assistance.

In the centuries that followed they were joined by a number of areas (the current prototypes of the cantons) and the individual cities. Such a union existed until 1848. In fact, there was, so to speak, the final, official 'Execution' of the current single federal state – the Swiss Confederation (HQ). Had missed in its history, any major revolutions and upheavals. And what is – in detail – today's Helvetia? It would be necessary to list a lot.

Known by its people Alps impeccable cheese and chocolate. Thanks to the clock, the accuracy of which is proverbial. Thanks to banks, which accumulate huge fortunes. Through high-tech exports, marked the image of William Tell crossbow. Well-oiled machine-wide (and about local issues – in the cantons) referendum is also one of the most remarkable features of the Swiss way of life. They joke that, they say, are surprised when we have time yet to work. Sometimes it is typed in by a half-dozen to any plebiscites. There are themes that appear several times, reflecting changes in the society. Repeatedly, for example, raised the issue in HQ on road tax. The prevailing solution still remains valid today. That is mandatory tax on the use of motorways. These things legislatively confirmed by parliament. He, incidentally, has a peculiarity: the members of both chambers combine their activities with their main job. Some of the 'subjects' in their re-staged show consistently increasing preponderance supporters of a decision. Such happened with the new law on marriage and inheritance, where the discussing women's rights were. While opponents and managed to secure regular surveys, they had to admit that the majority of Switzerland today – to ensure better protection of women and empowerment. I want to call and 'The UN issue. " Most of the Swiss always holds: Because their country is committed to the principle of neutrality, for They remain useful beyond the membership of the United Nations. However, the situation in nuance. Switzerland does not enter the UN, but working in a number of UN podorganizatsy and commissions, appears to mediate settlement of international conflicts and incidents.

You are about to visit America? It's just wonderful! What can be more memorable in the life of a student, but a trip? Having a unique opportunity for using the Work and Travel USA to visit this magnificent country, do not miss opportunity to give yourself an interesting and exciting tour of the most remarkable places. Visit New York! You can never forget this beautiful city, considered the unofficial capital of the world. "Big Apple" – So call it American. He is full of folly and vanity, but at the same time, incredibly attractive and unusual. Power and wealth are contiguous with poverty, and culture and the arts just drags. Go to trip to New York! Statue of Liberty – a majestic symbol of America, located on Ellis Island, where he was once an immigration point, who took the time to 12 million immigrants. ect+Spurs+-+A+San+Antonio+Spurs+Blog+and+Podcast%29’>Spurs. Manhattan – an island of skyscrapers, purchased from Indians for just $ 24. It stretches along the famous Broadway with their banks, shops and theaters.

Broadway show. Visit it! Only here you can see unique performances and conquered the whole world: 'Cats',' Les Miserables', 'Miss Saigon', 'Phantom of the Opera', 'Titanic. Down Town. If you are interested in the business life of New York – this is exactly what you need. You will see the famous Wall Street, World Trade Center and the famous stock exchange. Chinatown. Chinatown will be pleased with cheap shopping and cozy restaurants, you can stock up on souvenirs and gifts for friends and relatives.

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For the seventh time in 2011, the royal race Formula 1 Turkey adopts track Istanbul Park. Lovers of this kind of motorsport Russia is the most magnificent and accessible opportunity to see the aces of world racing, as this stage will take place just a few hours flight from Moscow. Repeatedly vacation in Turkey, this route is well acquainted. Grand Prix of the year will be held from 6th to 8th May. As usual on Friday and Saturday will test race cars, and Saturday night will be qualified, which determines the starting list of riders. On Sunday, the most fascinating spectacle – the race and it is certainly a must see live. Sound superstrong engines burning fuel and flavor washable rubber wheels on the red-hot blade to a high temperature route will make you feel a direct participant in these races.

The program of the fans of F1 racing is composed in such a way provided that all visits to the Grand Prix, starting with test rides, training and the race. You can also select the stages you are interested in, for example trial races and race, and free up time to devote inspection of the historical part of Istanbul, which is enough. To plan your vacation so you should choose hotels that are in the historic city – Sultan Ahmet. In this case, cultural monuments Byzantium and Constantinople, can be viewed on their own, thus saving on transfers. You can also see and visit perhaps the most beautiful in the world of the Orthodox church of Hagia Sophia.

The stadium is equipped with auto track several rows of seats, the most popular is the main grandstand, but the rostrum Silver Bronze 8 and two little to yield to it, since this is where you can see the most interesting moments of the race – overtaking, crashes cars and other established attractions Monitors will show all of the most interesting twists and turns race Formula 1 Turkey, it being at these places, you will have the most complete information about the battle engine. The track – this is the ring length 5538 meters, the race includes himself 58 laps, so the pilot passes the path of almost 310 kilometers, all on exorbitant rates with competition at each site, experiencing huge overload. See the race in different parts of help continuously circulating along the entire route special free buses. For several years, our travel agency organizing tours to the Grand Prix Formula 1 in Istanbul, Turkey. Arrival and accommodation in selected hotels lovers of this kind of vacation worked out, as are race cars, at a high level. Cost of the tour includes travel by special bus from the Russian-speaking guide, departing each morning at Istanbul Park and back to the hotel. This year certainly increased interest fans of Formula-1 to our pilot, Vitaly Petrov, well debuted in 2010 and become familiar in the circle of venerable and seen many international stars. The past year has shown high class of our compatriot, obliging reckoned with. Injury another pilot ‘Reno’ Robert Kubica only increased this interest, Vitaly appeared a great opportunity to become the first number in a team and commanding position in the royal races. The appearance of our drivers in Formula 1 of course, gave further impetus to the development of motor sport in Russia. And the planned construction of a super state of the art race track Sochi and the formation of Russian teams ‘Maroussia’ confirmation of this.