Articles for tag: Kyrgyzstan, Sparta

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The Role of Spartan Women in Ancient Greece

Sparta, a totalitarian society focused upon its military strength did not allow its citizens the easygoing lifestyle of Athenians. Men did not spend their days working toward their individual political and economic success or debating high ideals. The men of Sparta focused all of their being on the perpetuation of their state. The men of ...

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Top 10 Largest Countries in the World

Several of the largest countries in the world are also popular tourist destinations. If you enjoy traveling chances are you’ve visited at least a few of the world’s largest nations. These are the 10 largest countries in the world listed in order from smallest to largest. 10 – Sudan (967,498 sq. miles) – Located in ...

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Tourist Attractions in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Previously known as Pishpek and Frunze, the Kyrgyz capital of Bishkek is emerging as a Central Asian tourist destination full of attractions. Located along an ancient silk trade route in what is now the Republic of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek blends nomadic origins, Muslim heritage, and a 20th century Soviet legacy into an expanding urban center. Its ...

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Endangered Species: Snow Leopard

The snow leopard lives rocky mountain sides, shrublands, grasslands and alpine plateaus at altitudes of about 9,000 to 12,000 feet. Today they are only found in the countries of Afghanistan, Bhutan, China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Many of the areas where the snow leopard used to live, they have ...