Monthly Archives: June 2011

On top of the world: Journey through Kathmandu

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Ghale Treks

Kathmandu, Nepal. The glamour of this place had all but evaporated upon closer inspection. Though Nepal may be home to extraordinary natural beauty, history and culture, it has also become home to an unstable government, civil unrest and immense poverty. … Continue reading →

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India gets its second live casino in Sikkim

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Ghale Treks

Casino enthusiasts in India now have another reason to cheer, as a full fledged on-land five star casino has come up in Sikkim to give the thrill of live gaming like that of Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau or nearby Kathmandu. … Continue reading →

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UNESCO regrets Thai decision to denounce World Heritage Convention

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Ghale Treks

The head of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) today voiced deep regret after Thailand announced it would denounce the global convention aimed at preserving humankind’s most outstanding shared cultural and natural heritage. A Thai Government minister … Continue reading →

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