most beautiful place in the world

The Taj Mahal in India is one of the wonders of the world and is one of the most beautiful mausoleums ever created. It was constructed by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, in memory of his favorite queen, Mumtaz Mahal.

Most Beautiful Places In The World

Nature Photos Most Beautiful Places In The Worldwritten by admin June 9, 2013Do you love the water? Iguazu Waterfalls — Credit: Daniel Hardman (via Flickr)Do you dream of climbing the world’s tallest mountains? Mt. Everest — Credit: Sistak (via Flickr)Or is it history that grabs a hold of your heart? The Sphynx and the Great Pyramid of Giza — Credit: David Holt (via Flickr)It’s difficult to narrow down the most beautiful places of the world, isn’t it? After all, we’re all at least a little bit biased towards the places where we live and the experience of what we’ve seen. It’s unlikely that any two people would choose exactly the same places as the most beautiful places in the world that surrounds them. But the world is filled with so many beautiful places, and there’s room for all of them. In this post we examine just a small selection of some of the world’s most beautiful places. We hope to give you a broader perspective on what beauty is to different people in different parts of the world. And we hope to perhaps inspire you to explore more of the world that surrounds you. That’s one of the perks of living in such a connected world these days. We’re able to see and experience new things, even from home. Hopefully you’ll find something here that you like. Before we get to our five new additions to our list of the most beautiful places in the world, here’s a small taste of what you’ll find in our original list (which you can find toward the end of this article). Shangrila Resort, Pakistan — Credit: norbakshi world (via Flickr)And now, here are five new additions to our list of some of the world’s most beautiful places, all suggested by our readers in the comments. Mt. Everest, Bordering Tibet and Nepal Mount Everest is the world’s highest mountain, with a peak that reaches more than 8800 meters above sea level. It is a part of the Himalayas, and is located on the border between Nepal and Tibet. More than 3000 people have climbed to the summit of Mt. Everest, and over 200 people are known to have died on the mountain. Credit: Joe Hastings (via Flickr)Credit: Gunther Hagleitner (via Flickr)Credit: watchsmart (via Flickr)Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada Lake Louise is a Canadian lake in the province of Alberta. It was formed by a glacier and is known for its blue-green color that results from mineral deposits that enter the lake from melting glaciers above. Credit: Samantha Marx (via Flickr)Credit: Marilyn Peddle (via Flickr)Credit: Harvey Barrison (via Flickr)Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Alaska, United States Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is a protected area in the state of Alaska in the United States. It includes the bay itself as well as mountains and glaciers surrounding the bay. According to Wikipedia, it is “the largest protected water area park in the world.” Glacier Bay is a popular cruise ship destination for the area. Credit: Kimberly Vardeman (via Flickr)Credit: Kimberly Vardeman (via Flickr)Credit: Glenn (via Flickr)Sentani Lake, Indonesia Sentani Lake is another beautiful location suggested by our readers. Lake Sentani is located near Jayapura, which is the capital of the Papua Province in Indonesia. The volcanic lake is surrounded by beautiful and lush greenery and contains several small islands. Credit: Kiko Turteliny (via Flickr)Credit: Edwin Yepese (via Flickr)Credit: Edwin Yepese (via Flickr)Killarney, Ireland Killarney is a beautiful town in County Kerry, Ireland. In addition to the lovely historic buildings in town, you’ll find amazing natural views in the Killarney National Park. From the historic churches and castles to Killarney Lake and the rolling green hills Ireland is famous for, you’re bound to find something here that strikes your fancy. Credit: mozzercork (via Flickr)Credit: Meg Lessard (via Flickr)Credit: Jack Newton (via Flickr)Update: Don’t miss Part 2 of our Most Beautiful Places of the World series to see even more amazing and beautiful places. And don’t forget to share your ideas for the most beautiful places in the world with us in our comments. But for now, let’s get back to our original article with our previous top ten picks for some of the most beautiful places we’ve come across so far. We live in a world blessed with sights beautiful beyond words. Each of us probably dreams of visiting at least one beautiful and special place. Mother Nature has so much to offer, as do some man-made beauties. And no matter where we live — from the biggest city to the smallest village — there’s bound to be some place that could yet take our breath away. Look at the examples below and you will see beauty that fills the eye and warms the heart. It wouldn’t humanly possible for us to determine the best of the best when it comes to beautiful places in the world. After all, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” right? But what we can do is share these examples of some of those places that are among the most beautiful places of the world. And we hope that you’ll tell us about a beautiful place that touches your own heart in some way in the comments. Skardu Valley – Pakistan Skardu Valley is part of Baltistan in Pakistan. Baltistan is spread over an area of 26,000 square kilometers — right below the jagged and glaciated ramparts of the Karakoram. Once part of Laddakh, it was known as Tibet-i-Khurd, or Little Tibet. Archaeological exploration has proven that it was a part of the Silk Trade Route. Shangrila – Pakistan Shangrila Resort in Skardu is also known as “Heaven on Earth.” It is nestled among some of the world’s highest peaks, and it encircles the heart-shaped Kachura Lake. If you visit, you’ll find yourself surrounded by fruit-laden orchards and flower-filled gardens. Lake Saiful Muluk – Pakistan Photo by Fahd Murtaza Lake Saiful Muluk is a lake located on the northern end of the Kaghan Valley, near Naran. A fairy tale called Saiful Muluk, written by the famous Sufi poet Mian Muhammad Bakhsh, is associated with this lake. That fairy tale is the story of a prince of Persia who fell in love with a fairy princess at the lake. The lake’s beauty has such an impact that some people believe fairies come to visit it in the full moon. The Grand Canyon, United States A steep gorge by the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon has some truly enjoyable scenery. It is 277 miles long, varies from four to 18 miles wide in places, and reaches to about a mile deep. Scientists believe that the canyon was created by the Colorado River over a six million year period. Native Americans built settlements in the caves within the canyon before the emigration of Europeans. It was also considered to be a site of pilgrimage by the Pueblo people. The first recorded visit to the Grand Canyon by Europeans was in 1869. Although it is not the deepest canyon in the world, it is known for its extremely large size and beautifully intricate landscape. The Grand Canyon National Park is one of the earliest national parks in the United States, and it attracts more than five million visitors each year. Weather conditions in the Grand Canyon vary greatly between seasons as well as at different elevations. While winter snow is experienced by the higher forested rims, the inner gorge has more of a desert temperature because of its low elevation. The Great Barrier Reef, Australia One of the natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef off the east coast of Australia is the world’s largest coral reef. It has the distinction of being placed in the World Heritage as well as the National Heritage list. With more than 600 islands and coral cays, the Great Barrier Reef covers more than 300,000 sq. km. Corals make up the reefs and cays and are responsible for a huge variety of sea life in the area. That includes green turtles, several varieties of whales and dolphins, the dugong, aroud 4000 types of mollusks, 1500 different species of fish, as well as at least 200 species of beautifully-colored birds. The Great Reef Marine Park is a huge tourist attraction with millions of tourists visiting each year. Sporting activities include reef sailing, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Cape Town, South Africa Cape Town is aptly called “Heaven on earth.” This beautiful town at the tip of the African continent, with small roads surrounded by huge mountains, makes a person feel small. It shows just how marvelous and dominating nature can be. The Cape Dutch style buildings depict the architectural heritage of the place. Beauty abounds in the black clouds that seem to pay homage to Table Mountain at all times. Cape Point, Signal Hill, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Robben Island, Rhodes Memorial, and the beaches are just some of the famous tourist attractions. Located on the shore of Table Bay, Cape Town is famous for its floral displays as well as its harbor. This town is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Africa with its wine tasting day trips, whale watching, and dolphin watching. Taj Mahal, India

Located in Agra, white marble was used in the construction of this symbol of love, and the Taj Mahal is considered to be the pinnacle of Mughal architecture. As the story goes, the emperor was grief-stricken when he lost his beloved third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It took thousands of craftsmen and artisans, and about twenty years to construct this structure in her honor. The masons, stone cutters, carvers, inlayers, calligraphers, painters, and others were brought from throughout the entire empire as well as from Iran and Central Asia. Semi-precious stones were used for inlays and ornamentation. It later became the mausoleum of Shah Jahan too. This is a huge tourist attraction with one to two million tourists visiting it every year. Canadian Rockies, Canada The majestic Canadian Rockies are the Canadian segment of the North American Rocky Mountains. They are a visitor’s winter wonderland and Western Canada’s playground. They are older than the American Rockies and were formed as a result of over-thrusting. The Canadian Rockies house five national parks, and four of those national parks (along with other provincial parks) combine to form a single UNESCO World Heritage Site that consists of beautiful mountain landscapes, lakes, canyons, waterfalls, glaciers, peaks, limestone caves, and fossils. Mount Robson is the highest peak of the Canadian Rockies and climbing it is considered a challenge. These beautiful mountains are a haven for hikers and walkers alike. Machu Picchu, Peru Machu Picchu in Peru, which means “Old Peak,” is one of the most beautiful ancient sites in the world. According to legend, Machu Picchu was long ago considered to be a sacred place. The Inca people are credited with its creation. They erected many stone structures and turned the place into a work of art. Two thousand feet above the Urubamba river, the ruins of Machu Picchu consist of baths, temples, palaces, and around 150 houses, all very well preserved. These gray granite structures, some of which weigh more than 50 tons, are so perfectly sculpted that they are nothing less than architectural masterpieces. The ruins of Machu Picchu were rediscovered by a Yale archaeologist in 1911. The ethereal beauty, workmanship, and history of the place attracts millions of tourists each year. The Pyramids, Egypt The Egyptian pyramids are massive monuments with a square base and four triangular sides rising up to a point. There is still a lot of curiosity (and many theories) as to how the pyramids were actually built — with people crediting everyone from slave laborers to alien visitors. It is generally believed that the Egyptians began constructing the pyramids after 2700 B. C. and that they were built as tombs for the pharaohs. The most well-known (and the largest) pyramids found in Egypt are the Pyramids at Giza which are said to be the largest ever built. It’s said that the Great Pyramid of Giza alone took 23 years to complete, using a work force of around 30,000 people. About 118 pyramids have been identified, and they are popular and intriguing to tourists and researchers alike. Petra, Jordan Described by UNESCO as “one of the most precious cultural properties of man’s cultural heritage,” Petra is an archaeological site on the slope of Mount Hor. It is one of the new wonders of the world and is famous for its rock-cut architecture. This site was kept hidden until 1812 when it was discovered by a Swiss explorer. It was said by some to have been prepared by God for the Jewish people. Petra once flourished under the Roman empire but it rapidly declined with Arabian trade being taken elsewhere. Then an earthquake caused a great deal of destruction. Tourists frequent the place to get a glimpse of the ruins of this beautiful city, although they’re doing more harm than good, with tourism becoming a threat to the preservation of Petra. Great Wall of China, China One of the seven wonders of the world, the Great Wall of China is a man-made structure that was constructed over two thousand years ago. It is estimated to have taken around 100 years to complete. You can truly witness man’s potential when you take in the beauty and vastness of the Great Wall. The construction on the Great Wall of China started in the 5th Century B. C. It is actually not a single wall, but rather many walls put together. Combined, they stretch over 4,000 miles. This collection of walls was constructed to protect the Chinese empire from the Xiongnu people in the north. The wall was initially built of stone, grass, earth, and wood, but bricks were used also after production began. It is believed that around two to three million Chinese died during the construction of this wonder. The Iguazu Waterfalls, Argentina-Brazil Border Heralded by many as the most beautiful waterfalls in the world, the Iguazu Waterfalls are a true wonder of nature. They are located on the border of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. While the Argentinean side allows visitors to walk right around the water or explore the National Park, the Brazilian side is known for its panoramic views and splendor. Former First Lady of the United States, Eleanor Roosevelt, is believed to have exclaimed upon seeing these falls, “Poor Niagara!”The area surrounding the falls provides ample opportunities for rock climbing as well as water sports. Iguazu has the greatest annual flow of water of all of the waterfalls in the world. With all of these, and many more, beautiful places that exist in our world we are surrounded by choices. Which of the most beautiful places in the world will you visit? While some may love the tranquility of water, others may bury themselves deep in architectural miracles, ancient sites, or the serenity of a small town. In the end, all you can do is follow your heart. Please leave a comment and share some more of the world’s most beautiful places with us and our readers. Note: This post was originally published on January 16, 2009. It was updated with new content and republished on its currently-listed publication date.beautiful places cape town great barrier reef machu pichu most beautiful placestaj mahal the grand canyon1,577 comments 6Facebook Twitter Google + Pinterestadminprevious post3 Of Americas Most Notable Conspiracy Theoriesnext post5 of the Most Famous Barbarians Related Posts The Glory of Grandma’s Vintage Photographs December 28, 2009World War II: Photos You Have Never... 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Reply Kushal October 2, 2012 at 3:52 am Damn! The world is beautiful, I bet there are a lot more places like these in the World. Oh how I wish I could visit em all! Being an Indian, I would love to visit Pakistan (only because such a beautiful country is just next door to us). But I’ve heard visa applications for someone from India is tough! I wish I could go through.. Ah well, Nepal and it’s beauty have to do for this year…Reply MOHAMMAD IMRAN SIDDIQUIOctober 3, 2012 at 7:07 amyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee ssssssssssssssss PAKISTAN IS VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVER VERYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY IN THE EARTH. IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII LLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL OOOOOOOOOOOOO VVVVVVVVVVVVVVV EEEEEP A K I S T A NReply Muhammad Rashid October 4, 2012 at 8:57 am Hello all of u world listen PAKISTAN is the very beautiful country in the world. GOD gifts every thing in the country. Replysamar October 9, 2012 at 6:27 amye khuda ki qudrat hai aur tum apny rab ki koun koun si namto ko jatlo gye Replymikaely October 9, 2012 at 3:15 pmoque eu achei mais bonito foi as cataratas do brasil argentina e paraguai e linda de mais para min e o lugar mais bonito dai Replysunny October 12, 2012 at 11:35 amwhat a beautiful and attractive article . i love these places as well as article. just love these places and u guys if u fell something is missing in this article just add . why u r engaging ur power with each other . pakistan and india both are beautiful countries. because indian people did not watch the beauty of pakistan thats wy they dont know how pakistan is beautiful. Replyothole October 18, 2012 at 10:22 amu should come see Kenya…. Replysuranga bandara October 20, 2012 at 11:03 pmnice places. some day i like to visit this place. some time it is dream Replylevz daniel villar October 25, 2012 at 10:08 am Napakaganda talaga ang mga lugar na ito. Nang pinagmasdan ko ang Iguazu Waterfalls, pakiramdam ko para akong isang anghel na lumilipad at nais na dumapo sa Machu Piccu para mahanap at makasama ang babaeng mamahalin ko habambuhay…Replyknight October 25, 2012 at 12:07 pmwow! what a wonderful and beautiful creation of our Father God Almighty… BUT…, this places would become ugly as we can’t imagine if people around the world will not understand each other. why do people don’t accept each others’ preference of beauty. if only people could accept and respect every persons’ preference and sense of appreciation this beautiful places will remain and perhaps even more beautiful everyday. let’s just respect each other i guess… in my country, there are good and bad people living in as well as good and not good places that you can see but, we accepted the reality that things are not always good nor bad… in the end we always see things in a neutral way…Replyknight October 25, 2012 at 12:14 pmlet’s give thanks to Mr. Hasan saleem for this article and most of all for his effort in sharing this views for everybody… THANK YOU SO MUCH MR. HASAN SALEEM… TO GOD BE THE GLORY!! !Replycedric October 28, 2012 at 7:59 am Visit my website to discover the most beautiful places in the world : http://www.topbeautifulplacesworld.com/Replyankush tatikundalwar October 28, 2012 at 9:56 am The God’s gift Reply Nagendar prasad October 31, 2012 at 2:11 amvery nice Reply CABDIXAKIIN CALI GUURENovember 8, 2012 at 8:18 am WAW IT WENDERFULL WORLD REALLY IT IS VERY BEUTFULL PLACES SO IT IS BETTER TO ME TO VISIT THIS BIUTFULL PLACES SO WE ONLY SAY THANKS FOR YOUR SHOWING TO US AS BETTER OK THANKSReply Yazz November 13, 2012 at 9:11 amis it? i don’t think it ws the MOST beautiful place of the world.. Reply John travola November 17, 2012 at 3:26 pm Australia, Israel ,Pakistan, USA ,Europe ,china, Brazil all beautiful famous countries but the problem with sick minds over every where when they start jealousy hatredness racism which have nothing to do with this Jews, Christians ,Muslims worship 1 GOD the most powerful and merciful for good people and will punish the sinners in hell forever over all just see the amazing outstanding beauty of GOD and its nature words are not enough to describe it. Replymanu bhai November 17, 2012 at 4:31 pmbohot aaaaallla Replylola December 1, 2012 at 10:26 pm The waterfall is so beautiful Replyfaizan December 3, 2012 at 3:17 amits amazing Replyamazingplacelist December 7, 2012 at 6:01 amhttp://www.amazingplacelist.com Replyprincess zainab December 9, 2012 at 2:53 ampakistan main koi aisi jaga hi nahi hai key insan ka dil deekh ka khusssh ho Replywaqas January 19, 2013 at 10:18 ami think apne abi tk pakistan dekha he nahen Reply Hania zia June 1, 2013 at 5:11 amkiyon nahi ha.buhat sari han. shahid ap na abhi tak dakhi hi nahi………Reply Muhammad Zahid Yasin January 7, 2013 at 1:11 pm I proud the beautiful places also in Pakistan, but take care all of them. Reply Ashim Shrestha January 14, 2013 at 12:36 pm This list is JOKE!!!….. Where is Nepal’s places like Everest Trek, Annapurna Trek, Manaslu Trek, Dolpa Trek, Langtang Trek, Makalu Trek, Kanchanjunga Trek etc……. I would love to visit pakistan but think twice before you post anything!!! !Replydzhan kurt January 17, 2013 at 12:29 pmthere is nothing better that going to bulgaria in summer the wheather is great the hotels are cheap with good accomadation ,wonderful and enjoyable food just makes you at home, traveling just got better. Reply Sal July 26, 2013 at 5:37 pmthnx for that! !Reply Sam January 18, 2013 at 3:41 am Listen, you pathetic Pakistanis and pathetic Indians. Is this what you will do till the end of the World? Fucking fight and bicker — it’s a goddamn opinionated list. God didn’t send down the 10 Commandments Part 2.. Top 10 Best Countries on Earth. Yes, it is Biased, yes it is written by a Paki, so what??? It’s his opinion. Stop reading his blog. FFS. Just goes to show how small-minded you people can be. Replywaqas January 19, 2013 at 10:22 ami think apne abi pakistan dekha he nahen, see this link Replyruchita bafna January 27, 2013 at 1:47 amits beyond my wildest dream to imagine such wonderfull places.i m totally taken aback to keen such extraordinary places.i really wish that at least once i shoud get chance to visit there. Replymahmood mughal February 5, 2013 at 3:31 pm I’ve visited lake saif ul maluk neer naran (kaghan) PAKISTAN. its really beautiful. the ideal time to go there is summer (june to august). Replytourist places February 15, 2013 at 4:23 am Spiritual India, rich in holy places, traditions and rituals, offers much for those seeking knowledge and awareness. Reply Ella rich February 19, 2013 at 6:21 am All the places are beautiful and damn awesome. So great to find someone with genuine information about these places. Thanks for sharing. Reply Ella rich February 21, 2013 at 7:13 am These photos are giving feel of invitation and at the same time beautiful and fascinating. Thanks for sharing. Keeping adding more like this. Replywira February 23, 2013 at 12:46 am Bali is also one of the tourist attractions in Indonesia Reply Plantagu March 4, 2013 at 8:14 amnice list of places Reply Joseph March 7, 2013 at 2:52 pm Awesome places!Replyshafi khan May 8, 2013 at 5:34 pm SUBHANALLAHReply TANVEER AKHTARMarch 11, 2013 at 4:34 am I LOVE PAKISTANReply Mike March 11, 2013 at 8:47 pm Here’s a list that isn’t so impartial…and sorry, it doesn’t include Pakistan, or India.1. The Lau Archipelago, Fiji 2. Fjordlands National Park, South Island, New Zealand 3. Petra, Jordan 4. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 5. The Great Barrier Reef, Australia 6. Machu Picchu, Peru, South America 7. Grand Canyon, Arizona, United States 8. Mount Everest, Nepal 9. Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile 10. Plain of Temples, Bagan, Myanmar Reply Sal July 26, 2013 at 5:14 pm I think Iceland and Finland also deserves to be on the list. Reply Sal July 26, 2013 at 5:20 pmyou disgusting people, stop arguing about about your countries and accept this as someones opinion! !Reply The Way of Peace March 25, 2013 at 12:53 pm I want to tell something to Mr Familxx and Mr Arshad. Its not important that I am a Indian or Pakisthani, I am a small man of The Beautiful World. When the World Created there was no India nor Pakisthan. Its man who divided the world into many pices. Just think you live in the beautiful world and then you will see both Country is Beautiful. And you tow guys just think what you say is it wright?,Think about it. Because To Na Gane As Pass Hai Khuda. Replyadnan March 29, 2013 at 5:54 ambeauty is not the heritage of one person i mean indian or pakistani it is the creature of God so its for every one and enjoy it ………. Reply Emmanuel April 1, 2013 at 8:43 pm Those scenes are indeed lovely. Reply Terra L. Fletcher April 15, 2013 at 4:19 pm My middle name is Louise after Lake Louise. Glad it made the list. Reply Mc Wrymyr April 22, 2013 at 11:44 am Hi I’m American i tell you the truth that the beautiful place in the world is not in pakistan nor in india, but in the Philippines. Reply KJune 3, 2013 at 2:31 pm Ha Ha Ha Joke of the Day East or West India is the Best…. Reply Sal July 26, 2013 at 5:35 pm Whatever you say, these idiots aren’t gonna stop! !Reply Jual Tanah Murah May 2, 2013 at 10:50 am Amazing truely amazing awesome…… love it……Reply Amjad Hussain May 4, 2013 at 6:14 am Their is no place from Kashmir, While Kashmir is Janaat on Earth Replykhalid Kahlon May 4, 2013 at 12:25 pm Pakistan Zindabad. I love it Reply Farooque May 6, 2013 at 3:48 am No doubt Pakistan is most beautiful country in this world, why tourist do not visit Pakistan the reason is that we did not advertising or showing our country natural beauty, I promise when Pakistan Tourism Development Council advertise the real beauty 80% of the world tourist will visit Pakistan every year. Reply Sigal Zoldan @What They Didn’t Teach You At School About Financial Success & Financial Freedom May 9, 2013 at 5:27 pm Wow. The pictures are so beautiful. Thanks for putting together this blog-post. Makes me want to go around the world and NOT in 80 days Blessings, Sigal Zoldan, Holistic Healing Reply Ricky Edmund May 10, 2013 at 4:01 amcool ohhh Reply Andry Nikolaidou May 10, 2013 at 1:28 pm All pics are beautiful and for sure there are millions of other different great spots in the world. It is mankind that is ugly and infects the world. Just read the comments, no need to explain. Love from Crete, where there are real top beaches. Reply Max May 19, 2013 at 6:39 am HEY BOTH INDIA AND PAKISTAN ARE BEAUTIFUL ALRIGHT SO STOP WITH THE STUPID ARGUMENT !!!! ALRIGHT ! !Reply Max May 19, 2013 at 6:43 am EVERY SINGLE COUNTRY HAS IT’S OWN BEAUTY !!! SO YOU CANNOT JUDGE THE COUNTRY BY IT PEOPLE, GOVERNMENT AND ETC !!! !Reply Kethz May 30, 2013 at 10:05 pm Im a filipino and all i can say is dat Paki STAN and INDIA are great but i tnk dat the people who make it ugly are da people who are c0ndaming them Replykainath May 21, 2013 at 12:58 pmbeautiful…….very beautiful…….. Reply Viajes baratos desde Malaga May 26, 2013 at 3:30 am I think you falga more monuments of Spain, is not the alhambre of Granada is Spain Square in Seville, is the Cathedral of Burgos, is the Science Museum of Valencia. Spain is the second most visited country in the world, and the largest number of monuments that are the heritage of humanity by UNESCO. Reply ALIYANMay 27, 2013 at 7:09 am I DON’T BELIEVE THAT GREAT WALL OF CHINA IS CAN SEE IN MOON SAID THAT ASTRONOUT. THE MACHU PERU IS BEAUTIFUL IT STANDS BY THE GOD AND GODESSES. I LOVE THE GLACIER OF UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN ALASKAReplykoroush May 28, 2013 at 12:20 pm——–> iran——–>is——>beautiful——->in——>all——>of—–>the——->world. Reply Hania zia June 1, 2013 at 5:25 ampakistan is sooooo beautiful and i love my country…Reply111June 1, 2013 at 1:23 pm WHERE IS NEW ZEALAND!Reply KJune 3, 2013 at 2:34 pm Ghoomne gaya Reply Asad Ali Bajwa June 8, 2013 at 4:08 pm I think you never ever visit Kashmir & Mansehra in pakistan. Reply Naeem Akhtar June 10, 2013 at 4:26 am Priorities r different, if peaks appeal me – might be deserts ur likeliness, besides this Great Allah’s world is not include only Pak & India. Though am Pakistani but Alaska, Botswana Chille r also parts of this beautiful world. Every national has sympathies with his own — naturally. Besides it if we list atleast single beautiful place of every country – the title should be as — 178 Most Beautiful Places Of The World — So we should be awesome. Reply Shailac rodelas June 18, 2013 at 1:09 am Stop the arguments people,instead feel blessed that Earth was endowed with enormous amazing blessings,that at least we shall think that its meant for us to realize what’s beyond with what we can see………………………………..love of GOD. Reply Billy Bumtrip June 22, 2013 at 3:33 pm I would like to add “Western Brook Pond” in Nerwfoundland to the list. Replychenlie June 25, 2013 at 3:00 amwow .. the waterfalls in brazel ..that is a wonderful s Ayinq … if i saw even in pic2r .. i am crazy ” and ‘ iqnore .. no other falls in the world 2 proportion …. Reply San Diego Photographer June 26, 2013 at 5:43 pm Looks like I have some traveling to do. I’ve only seen a few of those. Reply Salman Ghouri June 29, 2013 at 3:11 pm Osum pic… <3Reply Salman Ghouri June 29, 2013 at 3:12 pmgoood pic Reply Rameez DARJuly 13, 2013 at 12:47 am Where in the list is the beauty of KASHIR?i think it should have been there……Reply Rameez DARJuly 13, 2013 at 12:49 amsorry KASHMIR…. Reply Shahabuddin July 18, 2013 at 4:20 am Very Beautiful and nice places of all over the World. I enjoyed and like these places and wish to see them. The natural beauty of these places is much attractive. Reply Jennifer July 20, 2013 at 3:32 amawesome places i will choose them for our honeymoon trip with my husband…. Replyfaria akber July 20, 2013 at 3:34 amoh! sweetie are you married.i love your name can you be my friend Reply Ejaz Khan July 24, 2013 at 3:53 am Checkout these Top 10 Truly Beautiful Abandoned Places Reply Deonisia Maria Almeida September 1, 2013 at 6:15 am It was amazing places…I hope to visit one of them in my future dream Reply Noor e Sahar September 1, 2013 at 6:31 amwow…these are the most beautiful places all over the world…it is awesome too see this. Reply Haroun Kola September 4, 2013 at 2:08 am Beautiful nature, mama gaia. Thanks for posting. Reply Kasuni Samara September 9, 2013 at 10:47 am Wooow …What a beautiful world. A land like no other…. Sri Lanka. Set in the Indian Ocean in South Asia, the tropical island nation of Sri Lanka has a history dating back to the birth of time. It is a place where the original soul of Buddhism still flourishes and where nature’s beauty remains abundant and unspoilt. Few places in the world can offer the traveller such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique experiences within such a compact location. Within a mere area of 65,610 kilometres lie 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 1,330 kilometres of coastline – much of it pristine beach – 15 national parks showcasing an abundance of wildlife, nearly 500,000 acres of lush tea estates, 250 acres of botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls, 25,000 water bodies, to a culture that extends back to over 2,500 years. This is an island of magical proportions, once known as Serendib, Taprobane, the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, and Ceylon. 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Reply Gunjan Sharma October 4, 2015 at 6:28 amlet’s give thanks to Mr. Hasan saleem for this article and most of all for his effort in sharing this views for everybody… THANK YOU SO MUCH MR. HASAN SALEEM… TO GOD BE THE GLORY!! !Replytrekking Nepal December 29, 2015 at 11:29 pmi wish i would ascend in Mt. everest Reply Zeeshan Ahmad December 30, 2015 at 6:33 pm Awesome places, Shangrila and The Great Wall of China are my favorite one. Reply Ritu Sharma January 19, 2016 at 2:35 pmtaj mahal is the symbol of love thanks guys to include taj mahal in this post…. Reply Deepanshu October 13, 2016 at 12:40 pm If you really want to see the great and extreme outdoors, Rishikesh rafting is the best activity that can introduce you to the bound of nature. For those with adventure in their blood, they will not be able to resist. If you plan to do Rishikesh River rafting, you will be introduced to the Ganga River that is considered to be a good challenge for you. 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define crusades

The definition of a crusade is an effort or movement against abuse, particularly the Crusades which were military expeditions by European Christians in the 11th, 12th and 13th centuries to get back land the Holy Land from the Muslims. An example of a crusade is a rebellion against an evil leader.

crusade

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verb To crusade is defined as to rebel against an unfair practice. An example of to crusade is to fight for equal rights for women. Your Dictionary definition and usage example. Copyright © 2018 by Love To Know Corp Link/Citecrusade [ sometimes C-] any of the separate military expeditions undertaken as part of the Crusades (see phrase below)a vigorous, concerted action for some cause or idea, or against some abuse Origin of crusadefrom Spanish cruzada, altered after French croisade, both from Medieval Latin cruciata from past participle of cruciare, to mark with a cross from Classical Latin crux, crossintransitive verb-·sad′ed, -·sad′ingto engage in a crusadecrusade Idiomsthe Crusadesa series of military expeditions undertaken chiefly by European Christians from the 11th to the end of the 13th cent. to recover the Holy Land from the Muslims Webster's New World College Dictionary, Fifth Edition Copyright © 2014 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved. Link/Citecrusadenounoften Crusade Any of the military expeditions undertaken by European Christians in the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries to recover control of the Holy Land from the Muslims. A holy war undertaken with papal sanction. A concerted effort or vigorous movement for a cause or against an abuse: a crusade for literacy; a crusade against drunk driving.intransitive verbcru·sad·ed, cru·sad·ing, cru·sades To engage in a crusade. Origin of crusade French croisade Spanish cruzada both ultimately from Latin crux cruc- cross Related Forms:cru·sad′ernoun THE AMERICAN HERITAGE® DICTIONARY OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE, FIFTH EDITION by the Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries. Copyright © 2016, 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved. Link/Citecrusade Noun ( plural crusades)Any of the military expeditions undertaken by the Christians of Europe in the 11th to 13th centuries to reconquer the Levant from the Muslims. During the crusades, many Muslims and Christians and Jews were slaughtered. (figuratively) A grand concerted effort toward some purportedly worthy cause. a crusade against drug abuse (archaic) A Portuguese coin; a crusado. Verb ( third-person singular simple present crusades, present participle crusading, simple past and past participle crusaded)To make a grand concerted effort toward some purportedly worthy cause. He crusaded against similar injustices for the rest of his life. Origin Formed as a hybrid of Middle French croisade and Spanish cruzada, both from Medieval Latin cruciata, cruzata. In English use since the 1570s. Proper noun ( plural Crusades)One of a series of ostensibly religious campaigns by Christian forces from the 11th to the 13th century, mostly to capture the Holy Land from the Muslims who occupied it. During the Crusade, they encountered the first batch of jihadists near the coast. Origin From Middle French croisade (“marked by the Cross”), from Medieval Latin cruciata, past participle of cruciare (“to mark with a cross”), from Latin crux (“cross”)English Wiktionary. Available under CC-BY-SA license. Link/Cite


against what part of the electromagnetic spectrum does sunscreen protect?

The critical wavelength determination does not promote the false idea that UVB and UVA are separate entities, but rather that they are part of the continuous electromagnetic spectrum. The critical wavelength for a UVB sunscreen is less than that for a sunscreen that protects against both UVB and UVA.

Critical Wavelength & Broad Spectrum UV Protection“ … one of the best informational pages on sunscreens and critical wavelength I have seen. ” —Karl Gruber MD, Founder of LUCA Sunscreen What Is Critical Wavelength? “What is critical wavelength and why is it so important?” you ask. Critical wavelength identifies the amount of UVA protection a given sunscreen product offers, and provides a way to define true “broad spectrum” protection. Critical wavelength measurements are therefore extremely beneficial to the consumer seeking sunscreen products that provide maximum protection from the sun’s harmful rays. Here’s how it all works…Measuring UV Absorbance The UV absorbance of a sunscreen product can be determined in vitro over the entire UV spectrum (290nm – 400nm) using substrate spectrophotometry. A uniform amount and thickness of sunscreen is applied to a slide and exposed to UV light; the absorbance of that UV radiation is measured. The graph below is an example that approximates the absorbance curves of a UVB sunscreen (2-EHMC, 5%), a UVA sunscreen (TDSA, 5%), and a broad spectrum sunscreen such as Zinc Oxide (20%). The shape of the resultant absorbance curve represents the efficiency at which a sunscreen product blocks a given UV wavelength with respect to another. This UV absorbance curve demonstrates the amplitude and breadth of protection provided (from 290nm – 400nm) across the UV spectrum. Interpreting the Absorbance Curve The “amplitude” of the absorbance curve reflects the degree of protection. The higher the amplitude of the curve, the greater the absorbance, and the more protection provided at that wavelength. Within the UVB portion of the spectrum (290nm – 320nm) this amplitude correlates with the SPF. The greater the “breadth” of the curve, the more protection provided against longer wave UV radiation. In other words, the greater the “breadth” of the curve, the broader the spectrum of sun protection provided. Calculating Critical Wavelength (λc or CW) Mathematical integration of the measured spectral absorbance from 290nm to 400nm is performed to calculate the area beneath the curve. The “Critical Wavelength” (λc) is the wavelength below which 90% of the area under the absorbance curve resides. The Importance of Critical Wavelength

A higher critical wavelength ensures more UV protection, especially protection from longer wavelength UVA rays. Calculation of the critical wavelength provides a convenient and reproducible method of evaluating the breadth of UV protection. When combined with in vivo SPF testing, the critical wavelength provides a simple and explicit means of communicating broad-spectrum photoprotection to the consumer. The critical wavelength value is based upon the inherent shape and breadth of the absorbance curve, not its amplitude, and therefore is independent of application thickness. Although SPF and critical wavelength are largely independent of each other, UV-A absorbance must increase commensurate with SPF to maintain the same critical wavelength value. Critical Wavelength > 370nm is Necessary for “Broad Spectrum” Coverage A critical wavelength > 370nm appears to be a rigorous minimum that sunscreen products should achieve to be labeled as “broad-spectrum”. The combination of in vivo SPF and critical wavelength provides a complete description of a product’s inherent photoprotective characteristics; SPF describes the amplitude of protection (at a given application thickness), and critical wavelength provides a reliable measurement of a product’s absorption capability over the entire UV spectrum. No other efficacy measurements are needed. A study published in Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology (43 (6), Dec 2000) evaluated 59 commercially available sunscreen products, and found that only 10 % achieved a critical wavelength of at least 370nm. These products all contained at least one UV-AI filter: zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, or Avobenzone (Parsol 1789). However, not all of the products containing these UV-AI sunscreen ingredients achieved a critical wavelength of 370nm. This proves that effective concentration and appropriate formulation are essential to a sunscreen product’s effectiveness. Simply including UV-AI filters in a formulation does not ensure a true broad-spectrum product. New FDA Regulations Now Require Critical Wavelength The difficulty when shopping for sunscreens is that unless the consumer is familiar with the different ingredients (chemical and inorganic), and understands which portion of the UV spectrum each ingredient works in, he or she must rely on the product labeling to understand what degree of coverage is provided. Since sunscreen labeling has not been regulated, consumers have not had any consistent way to determine the quality and efficacy of UVA protection provided by a sunscreen product. Sunscreen labels often include the terms “UVB and UVA”. The amount of UVB coverage is indicated by the SPF number on the label. However, there is no way to determine the degree of UVA coverage. That “UVA” printed on the label might mean that there is a single ingredient that covers only a small part of the short UVA rays (320nm – 340nm), or that there is one or more ingredients that covers the majority of the UVA spectrum (320nm- 400nm). The UVA coverage provided by these sunscreens is completely different – but without detailed knowledge of the specific ingredients, the average consumer has no idea which to choose. We, at Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Specialists, have been promoting critical wavelength as an integral part of proper sunscreen selection since 2000; and all the products we carry have always had a CW > 370nm. Thankfully, over the last 10 years, labels are not as misleading, sunscreens have improved, and more products are now providing better and more complete UVA protection—making it easier for the consumer to select a product that offers adequate protection. To help clarify the amount of UVA protection, and to specifically identify those sunscreens that do provide ‘broad spectrum’ coverage, the FDA has finally employed the critical wavelength test. Under the new FDA regulations, set to take effect in mid-December 2012, a sunscreen can only claim to provide ‘broad spectrum’ coverage if it has a critical wavelength greater than 370nm. Give us a Call!<< BACK to In Vivo Sunscreen Testing >> FORWARD to FDA and Sunscreen Labeling


what natural processes affect climate change

Natural and human causes of climate change Processes or activities that cause climate change are generally refered to as climate forcing processes. The earth receives energy solely from the sun, in the form of light and ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and releases energy back to space, in the form of infrared heat.

The earth's climate is determined by the earth's stored energy which is the difference between the amount of energy received from the sun and the amount of energy the earth releases back to space. Earth's stored energy = Energy the earth receives from the Sun - Energy the earth releases to space.--- Global Energy Balance (GEB). If the stored energy goes down (i.e. becomes low), the temperature (and other atmospheric variables) goes down and the earth becomes colder. When the stored energy goes up, the temperature of the earth goes up causing the earth to warm up. Any process or activity that influences the GEB either by increasing or decreasing the earth’s stored energy contributes to climate change and is qualified to be called a climate forcing process. There are are both internal forcing and external forcing processes as discussed below. Internal and External Climate Forcing Processes Climate forcing processes are classified as: Internal Climate Forcing Processes - processes operating on the GEB from within the earth. External Climate Forcing Processes - processes operating on GEB from outside the earth. The major external climate forcing processes are: variations in the amount of energy received from the sun and variations in the earth’s orbit around the sun. The internal climate forcing processes include effects of oceans, continental drift, atmospheric processes, water cycle, clouds, ice and snow, land surfaces, volcanic eruptions and man-made processes (mainly industrial and agricultural)). Brief descriptions of these processes ar provided below. The external climate forcing processes and the internal climate forcing processes except the man-made processes are grouped together as natural causes of climate change while the man-made processes are the anthropogenic or human causes of climate change. The natural causes are believed to even out eventually and are not considered to be responsible for climate change. However, the anthropogenic causes are believed to be the main causes of the change in climate from one period to the other. Further brief discussions of the various processes mentioned above are provided below. A. The External Climate Forcing Processes:1. Variations in the amount of energy received from the sun About 30-40% of the UV energy from the sun is believed to be reflected back into space after hitting earth's upper atmosphere, while the remaining 60-70% gets through to the earth. This ratio could change however, due to variations in sun’s characteristics from time to time, thus leading to changes to the the global energy balance above and hence changes in our climate2. Variations in the earth’s orbit around the sun Changes in the tilt of the earth’s axis, changes in the shape of earth's orbit (i.e. eccentricity) and the shifting of the equinoxes (i.e. precession) play major roles in determining variations in the amount of sun’s energy reaching the earth and hence lead to variations in the earth’s climate (i.e. Climate Change). B. The Internal Climate Forcing Processes:1. The Oceans Oceans cover up to 70% of the earth. Oceans are the key source of moisture in the air through interactions with the atmosphere. Oceans also store heat efficiently, transporting it thousands of miles thus redistributing heat in time and space. The oceans and marine life also consume huge amounts of carbon dioxide. These ocean based processes exert tremendous influence on global climate and accounts for the variations.2. Continental Drift The surface of our earth is mostly (3/4 th) covered by water. Our current day earth is made up of 7 continents (Australia, North America, South America, Asia, Africa, Europe and Antarctica) - big landmasses separated apart by oceans. A close look at the shape of the earth, one will think that the continents look like the pieces of a jig-saw puzzle that fits into a solid mass when brought together. Actually, scientists believe that several millions of years ago, the whole earth consisted of 1 big continent surrounded by a big ocean. Over time, it is believed that the big landmass (earth) slowly broke up and take the current form it has today. Scientists proofs for this theory are: similarity between plant and animal fossils and broad belts of rocks found on the eastern coastline of South America and western coastline of Africa, which are now widely separated by the Atlantic Ocean. The discovery of fossils of tropical plants (in the form of coal deposits) in Antarctica has led to the conclusion that this frozen land at some time in the past, must have been situated closer to the equator, where the climate was tropical, with swamps and plenty of lush vegetation. Scientists believe that the our earth is still slowly drifting and constantly changing. This constant drifting is believe to have impact on the climate because it changes the physical features of the landmass, their position and the position of water bodies. The separation of the landmasses changed the flow of ocean currents and winds, which affects the climate.3. The atmosphere The atmosphere stores a lot of heat or energy which comes from the sun. This energy regulates the earth's climate. Furthermore, the atmosphere composes of small particles and several gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide. Some of the gases (e.g. carbon dioxide vapour, carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide) are known to trap heat in the atmosphere thus increasing the net “energy” stored and contributing to earth warming. The later forms of gases are referred to as “greenhouse gases (GHG)”. The earth climate is also affected by the particles in the atmosphere which tend to block sunlight reaching the earth.4. Water Cycle Higher air temperatures can increase water evaporation and melting of ice. And while water vapour is the most potent greenhouse gas, clouds also affect evaporation, creating a cooling effect.5. The Clouds Clouds reflect solar energy (cooling the earth) and thereby trapping heat being radiated up from the surface (warming the earth). Clouds variability contribute to climate change6. Ice and Snow The whiteness of ice and snow reflects heat out, cooling the planet. When ice melts into the sea, this drives heat from the ocean causing variability in climate.7. Land Surfaces Mountain ranges can block clouds, creating ""dry"" shadows downwind. Sloping land allows more water runoff, leaving the land and air drier. A tropical forest will soak up carbon dioxide, but once cleared for cattle ranching, the same land becomes a source of methane, a greenhouse gas.8. Volcanic Eruptions A volcanic eruption, lasting for few days, emits large volumes of sulphur dioxide (SO2), water vapour, dust, and ash into the atmosphere that influence climatic patterns for years. The gases and dust particles partially block the incoming rays of the sun, leading to cooling (more details on: http://edugreen.teri.res.in/explore/climate/causes.htm)9. Man Made Climate Change (Human Causes) All the processes discussed above are natural causes. The natural causes even out eventually due to earth balance. In other words, the net energy change from the natural causes iz zero. Climate change is therefore considered to be primarily caused by human or anthropogenic activities. Human industrial and agricultural activities are believed to be adding to the amount of ""greenhouse gases"" naturally present in the atmosphere. These gases trap heat that are otherwise supposed to be lost to the space from the earth and consequently warm up the earth. Human activities in the Industry and the agricultural sectors are believed to be responsible for the increasing quantities of carbon dioxide, methane and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. For more details go to - Greenhouse Gases. For more information on human activities influencing climate change and the environment, please follow the link: Human Contributions to Climate Change Other Sources of Information: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change World Meteorological Organization (WMO)United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP). Add a Review of this item Comment Title: Your Name: Your Email Address: Additional Comments: Are you a human? 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what does a psychotherapist do

Psychotherapist Overview A psychotherapist interacts with patients to initiate change in the patient's thoughts, feelings, and behavior through adaptation. Psychotherapists provide treatment in individual and group settings.

What Is a Psychotherapist? Types of Psychotherapy Print

A licensed psychotherapist obtains a master's degree or doctorate in a chosen mental health field, undergoes a supervised clinical residency, and is licensed, certified, or registered by a government or psychological agency to which they are accountable. Licensed professionals who practice psychotherapy, also sometimes called talk therapy, include the following: Psychiatrists Registered psychiatric nurses Clinical social workers Licensed counselors Marriage therapists Family therapists Clinical psychologists Drug and alcohol counselors, ordained priests, ministers, and rabbis may practice psychotherapy (talk therapy) without a license. In some states, a person with a master's degree in education or psychology may also practice psychotherapy without a license. Psychotherapy Types Psychotherapists use the following techniques to treat various psychological conditions and situations: Behavioral therapy (e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, controlled exposure with response prevention)Biofeedback Interactive group therapy (e.g., family therapy)Meditation Relaxation training Self-help groups Psychodynamic therapy Publication Review By: the Editorial Staff at Health Communities.com Published: 21 Jan 2002Last Modified: 01 Dec 2015Next Article »


what is a contingency statement

Synthetic Statement: a statement the truth value of which depends on'the way-the world is; e.g. , ""New Orleans is the largest city in Louisiana."" Synthetic statements are all those statements which are not analytic, or in other words, any statement the truth of which cannot be determined by linguistic meaning alone. Contingent Statement a statement which could logically be either true or false. All true statements which are not necessarily true (logically could not be other than true) are contingently true. Their truth is said to be contingent upon (depends on) the facts concerning the way the world is.

"Types of Statements Some Useful Definitions In analyzing arguments philosophers have found it useful to categorize statements in various ways. Though the terminology introduced by this analysis may seem confusing at first, the basic concepts involved are relatively simple and should be learned early in the student's approach to philosophy. The claims made in either an argument or in simply stating a position without argument are generally called "" statements "" or ""propositions"" . Statement (proposition): the meaning intended by any sentence which can be said to be true or false. Note that a ""sentence"" is not the same as a ""statement""; it is, rather, the vehicle by which the statement is communicated. Thus two different sentences may make the same statement. ""Mary loves John."" and ""John is loved by Mary,"" are two ways of communicating the same statement. Moreover, a sentence can be ambiguous allowing more than one equally reasonable interpretation of its meaning; each distinct meaning attributed to an ambiguous sentence is considered a distinct statement . Note also that the truth or falsity of a statement need not be known or agreed upon. All that is required is that it is meaningful to say that (or ask whether) the statement is true or false. Thus, for example, the sentences, ""There is life after death."" or ""Julius Ceasar had fried eggs for breakfast on March 15, 33 B. C."" make statements, though their actual truth or falsity is unknown. The actual truth value of a statement is a function of the way the world is, or as philosophers say, ""of the nature of reality. "" Since claims about the nature of reality are metaphysical claims, ""truth"" is considered a metaphysical concept. However whether or not any human (or non-human) subject knows the truth value of a statement is a claim about the nature of knowledge, the subject matter of epistemology . Therefore, while questions about what is true are metaphysical, questions about what one knows is true are epistemological questions.

Truth Value: the property of a statement of being either true or false. All statements (by definition of ""statements"") have truth value; we are often interested in determining truth value, in other words in determining whether a statement is true or false. Statements all have truth value, whether or not any one actually knows what that truth value is.

[A sentence which cannot be said to be true or false is without truth value, and therefore does not assert a ""statement."" Questions and commands, for example are genuine sentences, but do not assert statements and thushave no truth value. ]Remember that sine a statement is defined as what a sentence means, when we talk about a statement we mean that the meanings of the terms in that statement remain fixed. If we change the meaning or redefine any of the terms of the statement, then we are in effect constructing a new statment. Statements are divided with respect to why they are true or false into "" analytic statements "" and "" synthetic statements . ""Analytic Statement: a statement the truth value of which is determined by the meanings of its terms;e.g ., ""All squares are four-sided."" It is sometimes said ( e.g. by Kant), when a statement is in simple subject-predicate form, that an analytic statement is one in which the predicate ( e.g., the property of being four-sided) is-""contained within"" the subject (the concept of a square). Closely related to ""analytic statements"" is the term ""tautology"": Tautology (tautologous statement) a statement which is necessarily true on the basis of its logical syntactical structure. The term ""tautology"" is sometimes used as a synonym for ""analytically true statement,"" but more properly it is restricted to only that subclass of analytically true statements which are true on the basis of syntax (formal logical structure) alone; e.g., ""A rose is a rose."" or ""Either Plato was a Greek or Plato was not a Greek. ""The opposite of a tautology which is a statement which is always false: Self-contradiction (self contradictory statement) a statement which is necessarily false on the basis of its logical structure. A self contradictory statement both asserts and denies the same predicate of the subject, e.g. , ""This is a rose and it is not a rose."" or ""New Orleans is the largest City in Louisiana and New Orleans is not the largest city in Louisiana."" Both tutologies and self-contradiction make use of the concepts of ""necessity"" applied to truth value: Necessary truth: logically impossible to be other than true. Descartes formulated the concept of necessary truth such that a statement is said to be ""necessarily true"" if it is logically impossible to deny it ( i.e., believe it to be false). Note that what is required is logical impossibility (not physical or psychological impossibility). Thus for example the analytic statement, ""All triangles are three sided."" is necessarily true because it is logically impossible to conceive of what it would take to deny this claim, namely a ""non-three-sided triangle."" What would such a thing be? It is not necessary to express this concept of necessarry truth in the mentalistic vocabulary of traditional Enlightenment philosophy, i.e. about what we can conceive of. One can also say that a statement is necessarily true if its denial is logically self contradictory, i.e. necessarily false. To try to show ""All triangles are three sided."" is false one would have to assert ""At least one triangle is not three sided."" But since ""triangle"" is defined as a three sided figure, this statement would become ""At least one three sided figure is not three sided."" which would be commonly taken as logically necessarily false. Analytically true statements or tautologies are all necessarily true. However, because their truth is the result of the meanings of their terms (their semantics) or their logical structure (their syntax), they are informative only of linguistic conventions, not about matters of fact that logically could be otherwise. For this reason it is generally agreed that analytic statements cannot convey information about the way the world is; they are said to be ""vacuous"" or ""uninformative"" or ""empty of empirical content."" .

Thus all contingent statements are synthetic statements. Statements can also be categorized according to how their truth can be determined: here again there are two possibilities: A Priori known independently of any particular experience (observation) of the way the world is. A statement is said to be ""known a priori"" if we can determine its truth value without any appeal to the facts of experience. A Posteriori (empirical) known only on the basis of experience of the world. All claims made on the basis of observation are ""known a posteriori,"" they are said to be ""empirical"" claims. (in actual practice the word ""empirical"" has almost totally replaced the use of the expression ""known a posteriori""). NOTE: It should be clear from these definitions that any analytic statement can be known a priori and that any statement the truth of which can be knowm only empirically will be a synthetic statement. Whether or not some synthetic statements can be known a priori; i.e ., whether or not some truths about the world can be known independently of any experience of the world) remains an unsettled philosophical questions, though most philosophers today would deny that any synthetic statement can be known a priori. The fact that the distinctions drawn above are basic to the appreciation of Western epistemology does mean that some of the concepts involved in the definitions given above are entirely unproblematic. Indeed the proper way to categorize statements remains a continued topic for intense philosophical debate. In particular the late twentieth century has witnessed continuing debates over whether the analytic/synthetic distinction can be clearly drawn or whether some synthetic statements can be known to be necessarily true. "


who sing the song just swinging

(1983)"" Swingin' "" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music singer John Anderson. It was released in January 1983 as the second single from his album Wild & Blue.

Swingin' (John Anderson song)

"""Swingin'""Single by John Andersonfrom the album Wild & Blue B-side ""Honky Tonk Saturday Night"" [1]Released January 10, 1983Format 7"" single Genre Country Length 3: 04Label Warner Bros. Songwriter (s)John Anderson Lionel Delmore Producer (s)John Anderson Frank Jones John Anderson singles chronology"" Wild and Blue "" (1982) "" Swingin' "" (1983) "" Goin' Down Hill ""

The song was the second of five Number One singles in Anderson's career, spending one week at the top of the Hot Country Songs charts. It also received a gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America, and received a Single of the Year award from the Country Music Association. [1] Anderson re-recorded the song for his 1994 album Country 'til I Die on BNA Records. [2] This re-recording served as the b-side to the album's title track, which was also the first single from it. [1] In addition to Le Ann Rimes, Chris Young performed an acoustic cover of ""Swingin'"" for his 2010 EP Voices. ""Swingin'"" (1983)A 30 second sample of John Anderson's ""Swingin'"", featuring the chorus. Problems playing this file? See media help. Contents [ hide ]1 Chart performance2 Le Ann Rimes version2.1 Track listing2.2 Chart performance3 Other versions4 References5 External links Chart performance [ edit]""Swingin'"" debuted at number 71 on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Singles for the week of January 15, 1983. Chart (1983) Peak position US Hot Country Songs ( Billboard) [3] 1US Billboard Hot 100 [4] 43US Cash Box Top 100 [5] 30Canadian RPM Country Tracks 4Le Ann Rimes version [ edit]""Swingin'""Single by Le Ann Rimesfrom the album Lady & Gentlemen Released June 8, 2010Format Digital download Genre Country Length 2: 55Label Asylum-Curb Songwriter (s)John Anderson Lionel Delmore Producer (s)Vince Gill Darrell Brown Le Ann Rimes Le Ann Rimes singles chronology""When It's Good"" (2009) "" Swingin' "" (2010) "" Crazy Women "" (2010)""Swingin'"" (2010)A 30 second sample of Le Ann Rimes' ""Swingin'"", featuring the chorus. Problems playing this file? See media help. Le Ann Rimes released her version of the song to country radio on June 8, 2010 as the first single from her album Lady & Gentlemen. Rimes debuted her version of the song on the 2010 CMT Music Awards on June 9, 2010. The song debuted at number 60 on the Hot Country Songs chart for July 17, 2010. It spent four weeks on the chart and peaked at 57. The track is also nominated for a 2011 Grammy Award. [ citation needed]Rimes's version of the song also featured a music video, directed by David Mc Clister. [6]Track listing [ edit]Digital download [7]""Swingin'"" — 2:55Chart performance [ edit]Chart (2010) Peak position US Hot Country Songs ( Billboard) [8] 57Other versions [ edit]Billie Jo Spears covered the song in 1983. The Kidsongs kids sang this song in their 1994 video ""Country Sing-Along"". Cledus T. Judd released a rap version of ""Swingin"" on his 1995 album Cledus T. Judd (No Relation). References [ edit]^ a b c Whitburn, Joel (2008). Hot Country Songs 1944 to 2008. Record Research, Inc. pp. 26–27. ISBN 0-89820-177-2.^ "" Country 'til I Die listing"". Allmusic. Retrieved 6 July 2010.^ ""John Anderson Chart History (Hot Country Songs)"". Billboard.^ ""John Anderson Chart History (Hot 100)"". Billboard.^ http://tropicalglen.com/Archives/80s_files/19830430.html^ ""Le Ann Rimes Shares Details on Family Life and ""Swingin'"" New Video"". CMT. 7 July 2010. Retrieved 29 September 2010.^ ""Swingin': Le Ann Rimes: MP3 Downloads"". Amazon.com. Retrieved 2012-06-05.^ ""Le Ann Rimes Chart History (Hot Country Songs)"". Billboard. Retrieved 2011-10-07. External links [ edit]Le Ann Rimes' Swingin' music video on You Tube. Lyrics of this song at Metro Lyrics Preceded by "" I Wouldn't Change You If I Could "" by Ricky Skaggs Billboard Hot Country Singles number-one single {John Anderson version} March 26, 1983 Succeeded by "" When I'm Away from You "" by The Bellamy Brothers [ show]v t e John Anderson [ show]v t e Le Ann Rimes singles "


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o. That sent me back for a peek at my list of Five Writing Strengths, to see if I would change or add anything—to see if I can still draw from these strengths to continually improve and move toward mastery. Five Writing Strengths:1. The ability to sit still for long stretches of time Not everyone can do this, you know. Some people get antsy, restless. After a few minutes of sitting still, they fidget and have to get up and make hot chocolate or call a friend. Writers need to be able to sit still for hours in order to get their work done.

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September 5, 2011 31 Comments Five Writing Strengths Charity Singleton Craig quoted Russ Ramsey in her article about becoming masterful: What are you mastering? What are you practicing in order to make clear what you don’t yet know? If you’re anything like me, I’m sure you reach points where you begin to wonder if it might just be easier to plateau. And if not plateau, then quit altogether. Don’t. Please. This world is short on masters, and consequently short on joy to

Dorothea Brande in her book Becoming a Writer said: Writing calls on unused muscles and involves solitude and immobility. There is not much to be said for the recommendation, so often heard, to serve an apprenticeship to journalism if you intend to write fiction. But a journalist’s career does teach two lessons which every writer needs to learn—that it is possible to write for long periods without fatigue, and that if one pushes on past the first weariness one finds a reservoir of unsuspected energy—one reaches the famous “second wind.” (71)I can’t help but think of that famous advice writers hear at conferences and in books: How does one become a successful writer? Apply one’s bottom to chair (unless, of course, one is using a standing desk ). I admit that I do head into the other room to grab a handful of nuts now and then, or fix a cup of tea. But I can sit still when need be.2. Curiosity Each person I meet knows something that I don’t—I can always learn something new if I ask the right questions. All it takes is a little curiosity . Whether working for a newspaper or corporate client, finding interest in some aspect of a new industry, person, story, or methodology is a strength—if I myself am interested in it, the way I write about it will probably be more interesting, as well. I value curiosity so highly in writing and in life, I publish a monthly Curiosity Journal, documenting and sharing my discoveries.3. A Commitment to Lifelong Learning I’ve abandoned the pursuit of higher education in a formal sense, but Autodidact Ann lives (and reads and researches) on. The more I learn, the more I have to write about. And guess what lifelong learners possess in abundance? Curiosity.4. Love of Reading Numbers 2, 3, and 4 are suspiciously interrelated. It might seem that I’m taking one idea and stretching it out to fill space—which might be yet another strength in itself—but I do think they deserve to be singled out. Curiosity often leads to learning and reading, and one often learns via reading. But there are other ways to learn and satisfy curiosity, and there is more than one motivation to read. Yet (and this is the point) reading inevitably enhances writing—the content may inspire (or not), the writing style may be worth imitating (or not). Either way, reading widely only helps a writer. In his memoir, On Writing, Stephen King says: If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot. There’s no way around these two things that I’m aware of, no shortcut. (139)and Reading is the creative center of a writer’s life. (142)Storylines linger, nonfiction facts inform, ideas from texts co-mingle with others in my mind to form something new. A writer who doesn’t read is doomed to compose in a narrow style and draw from a limited library of ideas. I relish a good book, and I believe that makes my writing richer.5. Perseverance Never, never, never give up. Stick with it. Persist. I may not have been born with the greatest writing talent, but I’ve stuck with it. I work to improve and learn from mistakes, forging ahead a little smarter, wiser, and more skillful. As a friend of mine said (I paraphrase), the most successful writers are not necessarily the ones with the greatest talent; they’re the ones who persevere. Now. It’s your turn. I’m posing the same question to all who write: What five writing strengths do you possess? * * *You can sign up to receive content for creatives delivered straight to your inbox, and connect with me on Twitter and Facebook, where I’m always sharing ideas to help us be more curious, creative, and productive.______________________________Is your writing life all it can be? Let this book act as your personal coach, to explore the writing life you already have and the writing life you wish for, and close the gap between the two.“A genial marriage of practice and theory. For writers new and seasoned. This book is a winner. ”—Phil Gulley, author of Front Porch Tales Filed Under: writing Tagged With: 5 Writing Strengths, Five Writing Strengths, writer, writers, writing, writing advice


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Bad breath, or halitosis, can be a major problem, especially when you're about to snuggle with your sweetie or whisper a joke to your friend. The good news is that bad breath can often be prevented with some simple steps. Bad breath is caused by odor-producing bacteria that grow in the mouth.

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When you don't brush and floss regularly, bacteria accumulate on the bits of food left in your mouth and between your teeth. The sulfur compounds released by these bacteria make your breath smell. Certain foods, especially ones like garlic and onions that contain pungent oils, can contribute to bad breath because the oils are carried to your lungs and out through your mouth. Smoking is also a major cause of bad breath. There are lots of myths about taking care of bad breath. Here are three things you may have heard about bad breath that are not true: Myth #1: Mouthwash will make bad breath go away. Mouthwash only gets rid of bad breath temporarily. If you do use mouthwash, look for an antiseptic (kills the germs that cause bad breath) and plaque-reducing one with a seal from the American Dental Association (ADA). When you're deciding which dental products to toss into your shopping cart, it's always a good idea to look for those that are accepted by the ADA. Also, ask your dentist for recommendations. Myth #2: As long as you brush your teeth, you shouldn't have bad breath. The truth is that most people only brush their teeth for 30 to 45 seconds, which just doesn't cut it. To sufficiently clean all the surfaces of your teeth, you should brush for at least 2 minutes at least twice a day. Remember to brush your tongue, too — bacteria love to hang out there. It's equally important to floss because brushing alone won't remove harmful plaque and food particles that become stuck between your teeth and gums. Myth #3: If you breathe into your hand, you'll know when you have bad breath. Wrong! When you breathe, you don't use your throat the same way you do when you talk. When you talk, you tend to bring out the odors from the back of your mouth (where bad breath originates), which simply breathing doesn't do. Also, because we tend to get used to our own smells, it's hard for a person to tell if he or she has bad breath. If you're concerned about bad breath, make sure you're taking care of your teeth and mouth properly. Some sugar-free gums and mints can temporarily mask odors, too. If you brush and floss properly and visit your dentist for regular cleanings, but your bad breath persists, you may have a medical problem like sinusitis or gum disease. Call your doctor or dentist if you suspect a problem. They can figure out if something else is behind your bad breath and help you take care of it. Reviewed by: Steven Dowshen, MDDate reviewed: April 2014