Artiodactyla, or cloven-hooved mammals, include such familiar animals as sheep, goats, camels, pigs, cows, deer, giraffes, and antelopes. Most of the world’s species of large land mammals are artiodactyls. Many living artiodactyls evolved features that are adaptive for life on open grasslands. There once was a gazelle so fleetHer grace was a sight hard to… Continue reading Classification of Animals on Our Safari by Order
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Scientific Names & Classifications of the Animals Sighted
Function and genetics are taken into account in taxonomy. Humans are mammals and share genetic similarity with other primates, such as apes and monkeys. In contrast to a dog’s face and paws, a human’s hands and facial features more like those of other primates. This, along with genome analysis, confirms humans share a closer connection with apes than dogs. As more genomes are decoded, some previous connections are re-classified.
Aduma- The Maasai Jumping Competition
Maasai dances are a big part of their tradition. There are dances for all sorts of significant social occasions. Most well-known is adumu, the leaping dance.
Itinerary of Our Kenya Safari – Nov 2022
This 7-day road safari, which features both traditional safari lodges and a luxury tented camp experience, contrasts the Afro-Alpine scenery of the world-famous Aberdare National Park with the starkly arid beauty of the northern Samburu district. It also showcases the renowned Masai Mara National Reserve and the glory of Lake Nakuru National Park, home to… Continue reading Itinerary of Our Kenya Safari – Nov 2022
Itinerary of Our Tanzania Safari – Nov 2022
Discover quintessential African landscapes when you explore Tanzania, the perfect African destination for any traveler with open mind and heart to experiencing wildlife and culture, past and present. A relaxed attitude combined with some of the best wildlife spotting on the continent is within affordable reach.Hit the incredible wildlife spots, namely the Elephant Kingdom –Tarangire… Continue reading Itinerary of Our Tanzania Safari – Nov 2022
Hiking in Turkey – Pamphylian theater of Termessos
Along with Pergamum, it has to be the most dramatic setting for any theater – the seats cascade down a steep slope, with the orchestra, the playing area, at the bottom, surrounded by mountains.
Kafka Flies to Europe – Loses Luggage – Tale of Incompetence
I had booked 2 river cruises with AMAWaterways with several extra days in Amsterdam and Nuremberg. I was ready for an active yet relaxing 3 weeks. I allowed an extra day before the first cruise. The following is based on actual events. 6/17 My luggage never arrived Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam after a multi-flight trip.… Continue reading Kafka Flies to Europe – Loses Luggage – Tale of Incompetence
Ancient Astronomy in Beijing China – A Medieval Observatory
The creative works sublime success,Furthering through perseverance. – I Ching Thus, in the middle of modern Beijing a medieval masterwork appears. It’s been renamed Beijing Ancient Observatory and lives on the southwest side of Jianguomen crossroad in Dongcheng District of Beijing. When I had asked our local guide about it, he said it wasn’t open… Continue reading Ancient Astronomy in Beijing China – A Medieval Observatory
Exploring the ‘Other’ Mosques of Istanbul
The Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet) & Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) are well-known and are part of the traditional tour of Istanbul’s ancient sites. But there are many other mosques deserving a visit. Here’s an overview of my favorites, over 20 years of visits to this city.
The Rest of Istanbul – What You Missed on Your 1st Day Tour
While our itineraries cover the major sites in the Sultanahmet area of Istanbul, there are many other attractions in this fascinating city. I always spend few extra days in Istanbul. Here are some of our favorites: