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Holistic Healing Using Crystals
Crystals are derived from the earth. They are the universe in miniature form, alive and capable of storing and transferring thought, energy and can even improve health
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Magical Properties of Crystals
Crystals and gemstones can be used for a variety of magical purposes. Learn how to use gemstones in the quartz family to enhance magical rituals.
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March Birthstone Aquamarine
Aquamarine, a form of beryl, was believed to have been found in a mermaid's treasure chest, giving good luck to sailors. Today it is a favorite of newlyweds & designers.
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St. Edward's Crown
St. Edward's Crown has been used at the coronation of British sovereign since King Charles II.
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Victoria, British Columbia for Kids
Want to take the kids on a trip of a lifetime? Then Victoria, British Columbia is the place to go. Scenic panoramas and breath taking views will remain in their memories forever. There are hundreds of attractions for kids to enjoy in and around Victoria.
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Arizona Kitsch on Highway 40
Some may get their kicks on Highway 66, but if kitsch is the order of the day, it can be found in great abundance on a short stretch of Highway 40 in eastern Arizona.
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Bayside Market Place in Downtown Miami
Bayside Market Place is a unique experience because palms and mangrove trees dominate this charming mall, where fun, food, life music and boat trips are waiting.
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Choosing the Right Pendulum
Picking the right pendulum for you - be it crystal, metal, plastic or natural stone - can make all the difference in powerful, accurate dowsing and healing work.
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Denmark's Pilgrim Jewelry
Learn more about one of Europe's most popular costume jewelry brands.
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Exploring Historic Parrsboro, Nova Scotia
Stately Victorian homes hint of a shipbuilding past in historic Parrsboro, a town of high tides, mineral and fossil treasures.
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Maine Woods Active Outdoor Vacations in NE USA
Maine's forest and mountain wilderness is close to most of New England and yet is often overlooked by those looking for a bargain outdoor getaway.
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March Birthstone Bloodstone
Bloodstone, also called heliotrope for the way it reflects sunlight, has been used traditionally to cleanse the blood, protect against poison, and as an aphrodisiac.
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Scottish Jewellery at Wasps Studios Weekend 2008
In Scotland, Wasps first opened artists' studio doors in 2002. This weekend artists designing art jewellery, goldsmithing and silversmithing will showcase their work.
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Street Vendors of Unique Jewelry in Santa Fe, NM
High quality one-of-kind earrings, pendants, bracelets and other jewelry are sold directly by the artisans near the city square in old downtown Santa Fe.
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Taj Mahal, India's Top World Heritage Site
The Taj Mahal attracts around three million visitors a year, all deeply moved by its romance and beauty and the amazing skills of 17th century Mughal craftsmen.
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Traditional Handicrafts in Morocco, Best Buys
Morocco boasts a wide range of handcrafted objects, including every day items for local use and beautiful affordable souvenirs for visitors.
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Ancient Egyptian Design Aesthetic
The aesthetic of the ancient Egyptians was informed by their physical environment, culture and available resources found along the fertile Nile River Valley.
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Belo Horizonte – Warm Place, Warm People
For a mid-winter getaway, be in the first wave to travel to this beautiful South American city with exciting architecture, fine museums and good food at bargain prices.
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Berbers, the Traditional Tribals of Morocco
Berbers, the original inhabitants of Morocco and rich in customs and crafts are vibrant people who have contributed to the culture of the country.
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Collect Gems on Beach in Lanzarote
When pounding surf broke out one side of a seaside volcanic crater, it left a dramatic cove with gemstones sprinkling the sand. Gather genuine peridots under sea cliffs.
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Concerns for Future of Failing Jet Industry
As the recession forces shoppers to tighten their belts, there is deeper concern that the already struggling jet carving industry in Whitby could be hit harder still.
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Day-Hiking on Partridge Island, Nova Scotia
An expanse of beach and a sandbar isthmus stretch out to Partridge Island, a jewel washed by the Fundy tides - perfect for exploring and hiking.
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Diamonds
Diamonds -- a girl's best friend.
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Egyptian Tombs and Coffins
Death was very important to ancient Egyptians and was not necessary viewed as a negative thing, as it can be in some cultures.
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January Birthstone Garnet
Deep red garnets are most popular in jewelry, but the gem is also found in varieties of every color. Garnet has been worn and used for over 6000 years.
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Making Bead Jewelry for Beginners
Making bead jewelry has become a very popular hobby. However, before that first trip to the bead shop, it is important to understand beading tools and materials.
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Ouro Preto – Brazil's Getaway For Art Lovers
Once the flourishing capital of Brazil's Minas Gerais state, whose gold built its treasury of baroque architecture, Ouro Preto is a hilltop city of grace and elegance.
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PARTS by Heather: Something For Everyone
Part two of an exclusive interview with jewelry designer Heather Mandin, which addresses the styles, price range, and wide appeal of PARTS.
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Porto de Galinhas - Beaches & Brazilian Flavor
Forget the Caribbean, the golden sands of Brazil's east coast face the south Atlantic with long palm fringed beaches, good food and an exotic Portuguese Latin setting.
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Relax on the Cheap in Magical Zihuatanejo
Many remember the name of this Mexican town from a popular movie called 'Shawshank Redemption'. See it up close and personal and realize why it is simply unforgettable.
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Riches of East European History
Eastern European history has long contrasted the lives of the poor with the riches of the ruling classes. Despite the disparity, we're still intrigued by these treasures.
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Shopping in Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena sells emeralds mined in Colombia. Colombian handicrafts include ceramics and hammocks. Juan Valdez coffee and other brands are bargain supermarket buys.
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The Cloth Traders
How textile artisanry led to the cloth trade and promoted the development of the family business.
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Tutankhamun Exhibit at O2, London
Egyptian treasures, including Tjuya's coffin, a golden diadem and dagger, are displayed in "Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs".
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Visiting the Taj Mahal, Agra India
Located in the city of Agra, 204 km south of New Dehli in the state of Uttar Pradesh the Taj Mahal is consistently voted as one of the seven wonders of the new world.
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Paintings of Tanjore, India
Tanjore paintings are the cynosure of all eyes, adding beauty and richness; they are much sought after as souvenirs, or to decorate the walls, or as collectors' items.
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Ancient Near East Trade Patterns
Trade and commerce increased as ancient civilizations achieved a dominant, imperial status within the Near East and developed common standards of exchange.
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Crystals and Healing
A brief introduction to the use of crystals in pagan/spiritual healing.
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Fall's Best and IN Styles
A vast array of up to the minute fashion finds
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Introduction to Artists' Pigments
There are more than 1,000 colored pigments usable for artists' paints, but they can be described, categorized and understood using seven simple pairs of words.
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Life With the Anglo-Saxons
What was it like to live in Anglo Saxon times? Step on in and find out.
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New Cool Things for Seniors to Do When Bored
Nothing to do? The Random Wikipedia Game is a new cure for boredom. Seniors will like these cool things to do when bored.
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Rus: Orthodox Ikonography - Part 4 - Subjects and Mediums
Last of the series of articles coveruing the ikonography of the Rus. Details and explains the mediums used now in modern ikonography and explains the subject matter of ikonography.
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Rus: Samovars: Truly Cultural Symbols of the Rus
Samovars, perhaps more than any other item, are seen to represent the culture & hospitality of the Rus. Often described in literature, shown in films & globally described as being one of the single if not the most common descriptive items of Rus culture. Learn about these fascinating items of cultural representation with us in this article.
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Souvenir Shopping in Arizona and New Mexico
Southwestern turquoise jewelry, Navajo rugs, Pueblo pottery and kachinas head the list of hand-made Indian arts and crafts to be found in New Mexico and Arizona.
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Thanksgiving Thoughts--Baskets and Fetishes
A look at differing cultural conceptions of Thanksgiving, and at collectible Apache Burden Baskets and Zuni Fetishes.
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The Statue of Zeus at Olympia
The Statue of Zeus at Olympia, also called Olympian Zeus, is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
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Top Places to Visit in Manila
Forget the usual malls and upscale bars. There is more to Manila than shopping in SM Malls or getting drunk in a pub in Greenbelt.
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Who is Who?
Is Peyton a boy or a girl? How about Jordan? As more and more names cross gender lines, parents have a wider range of choices for baby names.
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Why Vintage Mexican Silver is Hot!
Forget the silver bling you see in the shops of Cancun. The most beautiful Mexican silver jewelry is vintage and stylishly modern. First of a Series.
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