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Taj Mahal builders used Harappan measurement units
"Designers of the 17th century Taj Mahal, the finest piece of Mughal architecture, employed the same unit of measurement used by the Harappan civilization as far back 2000 BC, according to a study by an IIT-Kanpur professor. These units were used by builders in India till the British imposed their own units in the 18th century.
Medical Tourism is projected to triple its growth in next 3 years
"Medical Tourism has carved a niche for itself in over 50 countries worldwide. The industry is expected to grow from $20 billion to $60 billion by 2012.
Ambrosia
"It’s not often that you have the luxury of private dining in a Dubai restaurant especially on a Friday afternoon.
Discover Manchester United
"A rich history, a sporting dominance, an ear for music and a thriving nightlife: welcome to England’s ‘second city’
Futuristic city near Abu Dhabi will be carbon neutral
"The futuristic city to come up on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi will meet its entire energy requirements from renewable sources, producing neither carbon dioxide nor waste.
It’s a woman’s world
"For business. For pleasure. For outreach. For enrichment. Finally, 
for women. Welcome to the Dubai Ladies Club (DLC), designed for the 
21st century woman. A turquoise blue sky curving over the horizon. A glimmering sea in its pristine hue and powdery soft sand and frothy waves make up an abundant beach. This just completes a relaxed and no stress picture.
Temple Town
"Buddhist and Hindu architecture and motifs dot the charming Yogyakarta in predominantly Muslim Indonesia
Shanghai push for luxury crowd despite tough times
"SHANGHAI – Global travel may be ailing, but China’s biggest city of Shanghai is pursuing luxury travelers with a vengeance, bent on restoring a reputation for opulence and elegance that once made it the Paris of the Orient.
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