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Attractions

Archaeological Museum

Built by the Italians in the 1930s to display mainly Hellenistic and Roman treasures found in and around Kos Town and dating from the third century BC, the Archaeological Museum allows visitors to glimpse into the former glory enjoyed by this quaint port... see full details

Bagan (Mandalay district)

Bagan is quite simply one of Asia's most astounding sights, an impossible collection of thousands of temples and monuments scattered over a vast plain. The buildings range in condition from ruined to resplendent, although many retain the power and majesty their devout designers intended.... see full details

Confederation Centre for the Arts

Founded in 1964 as a National Memorial to the Fathers of the Confederation, the Confederation Centre of the Arts is more than a tribute to those who formed the notion of a united country; it is also a celebration of the diversity, talent... see full details

Deadwood

Deadwood grew into a mythical Wild West town in the 1800s, when gold was discovered in the Black Hills. It quickly became home to a colourful cast of prospectors, gunslingers and gamblers. Today, the brick-paved streets, frontier architecture and turn-of-the-century streetlamps have been carefully... see full details

Founder's Hall

Founder's Hall is one of Prince Edward Island's highly popular attractions, located at the Historic Charlottetown Waterfront. Also known rather grandly as Canada's Birthplace Pavilion, the Hall is a well-designed heritage attraction set in a restored 1906 building that previously housed a CN rail... see full details

Green Gables House

Nestled in the Prince Edward Island National Park in Cavendish is the charming and picturesque Green Gables House that, in the early 1900s, inspired author Lucy Maude Montgomery to create her much-loved story about a precocious red-headed orphan Anne Shirley, entitled Anne of Green... see full details

Museum of Cocoa and Chocolate

The Chocolate Museum is a fitting tribute to both the history of the cocoa bean and the Belgian's famed love of chocolate. The first chocolatier in the city appeared in the 1600s and today Belgians eat an average of 9kg a year! Visit... see full details

Nahanni National Park Reserve

Centred on the river valleys in the southwest of the Northwest Territories, and accessible only by air, is the 1,840 square mile (4,766 sq km) Nahanni National Park, an outstanding example of northern wilderness with rivers, canyons, gorges and alpine tundra. One of the... see full details

Shwedagon Pagoda (Yangon)

Shwedagon pagoda is Myanmar's most famous sight, an iconic image of the country that stands as a highlight for any visitor to the region. The stupa is covered in genuine gold plates weighing an estimated 52 metric tones and topped with a 76... see full details

Excursions

Confederation Trail

Perhaps one of the best ways to explore Prince Edward Island is via the Confederation Trail. Following what was once the railway line, the trail stretches from tip to tip of the island, through forests, wetlands, villages and waterways, for 173 miles (279km). The... see full details

Koutouki Cave

Located 4km outside the town of Peania, and a scenic hour's ride from Athens, this cavern lies under the eastern slope of Mount Ymittos. A guided tour of the cave starts every 30 minutes. ... see full details

Events

Essakane

The Festival in the Desert held annually in January since 2001 is incomparable to most other music festivals. Taking place in Essakane, outside the legendary town of Tombouctou (Timbuktu), the event is a celebration of the local music of the Tuaregs, other nomadic peoples as well as popular world music. Mali has a fascinating musical heritage boasting legends such as Ali Farka Toure and Salif Keita. The temperature may rise to over 100°F (40°C) at midday and during the evenings may drop below zero. Those wishing to attend should bear in mind that there are no hotels although there is much food available on site.

Venue: Essakane, 40 miles (65km) from Tombouctou
Date: January 2009, TBC
Website: www.festival-au-desert.org/index.cfm

PEI International Shellfish Festival

Not everything on Prince Edward Island is Confederation related, and islanders certainly know how to have a good time. The PEI International Shellfish Festival is a combination of seafood, music, fun and laughter. Gourmet chefs, celebrity cooks and food lovers gather together at the Historic Charlottetown Waterfront to celebrate the humble shellfish. The highly acclaimed Culinary Institute of Canada hosts culinary demonstrations by talented chefs and students, and visitors have a chance to sample some of their masterpieces, including fresh PEI mussels and clams, seafood chowder, oysters and quahogs. Various competitions take place at the festival, including a Chowder Championship and an Oyster Shucking showdown. Its not all about food, however, and toe-tapping Maritime music is a perfect accompaniment to all the delicious dishes on offer. Various Celtic-influenced bands, as well as Country Music stars and local groups get the crowds moving, making this 'traditional island kitchen party' a fun and lively, not-to-be-missed affair.

Venue: Historic Charlottetown Waterfront, Charlottetown
Date: 9-21 September 2008
Website: www.peishellfish.com

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally © Photo by South Dakota Tourism

Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Each year, hundreds of thousands of motorcyclists journey to the American capital of motorcycling culture, Sturgis, South Dakota, to celebrate the freedom of the open road. In addition to concerts, food and camaraderie, visitors can enjoy events like the traditional ride down Main Street, a series of concerts, demo rides, races and tours.

Venue: Sturgis, South Dakota
Date: 4-10 August 2008
Website: www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com

Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup © Photo by South Dakota Tourism

Annual Buffalo Roundup

Those who wish they'd been around to see the days when the bison ruled the plains should plan a visit to South Dakota during the Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup. Visitors to this key area in the campaign to save bison from extinction can experience the rumble of hundreds of bison stampeding past, as South Dakota cowboys herd them to corrals for yearly testing, branding and auctions.

Venue: Custer State Park, South Dakota
Date: 29 September 2008

Singapore Grand Prix

Come and experience the electrifying atmosphere of the Grand Prix as never before - at night! The world's first Formula One night race is hosted alongside Singapore's Marina Bay, offering walkabouts, musical entertainment and, of course, all the thrills of the world's most notorious racing event.

Venue: Circuit Park, Marina Bay
Date: 26-28 September 2008
Time: 1pm
Website: www.singaporegp.sg