Originally, a gondola race in Venice; now, a rowing or sailing race, or a series of such races. regma noun (n.) A kind of dry fruit, consisting of three or more cells, each which at length breaks open at the inner angle. regularia noun (n. pl.) A division of Echini which ...
gondolanoun(n.) A long, narrow boat with a high prow and stern, used in the canals of Venice. A gondola is usually propelled by one or two oarsmen who stand facing the prow, or by poling. A gondola for passengers has a small open cabin amidships, for their protection against the sun...
Unless you take 50 Shades of Grey and change the names back to Bella and Edward (or just find E.L. James’ old dirty fan fiction). I’ve never been more scared that I’m about to be molested by a banana… Guys. For just $75.00 you can be a weird rapey banana. Isn’t that gr...
The best time to take a gondola trip is late in the afternoon. The river is quiet at that time.One of the best ways to spend a day in Venice is visiting your own boat. The tourist information center will help you find a boat for the day.76. The quickest way to travel around ...
When we got to the front steps the row of black gondolas and the shouts of the gondoliers so bewildered my father that he was understood to require two gondolas instead of one with two oars, and so I found him in one and myself in another. We got this righted after a while, and...
Many Mexican place names were changed following Mexican Independence (1821) Want some map-related geographic trivia associated with the War of Independence? The map of one of Mexico’s most famous battles is upside-down Events in the War of Independence called for an accurate map ofLake Chapala...
–Shut up about the names of the soups! –Your whole whatever-it-is-you’re-mad-about hinges on the name of the soup. –No, it’s the indifference to the peripheral. –You could have Hinge soup. –Hinge soup is worse than Central soup!
Kish has a history of about 3.000 years, over this time it has been called under various names such as Kamtina, Arakia, Arakata, and Ghiss. The island has an estimated population of 26.000 residents and about one million visitors annually. ...
Of particular importance to the locals is the small shrine in front of the Grand Hotel D’Angkor containing two standing Buddhas of the names Preah Ang Chek (taller) and Preah Ang Chorm (shorter). They are surrounded by stories of power and indestructibility. Visitors are welcome to make ...
Pet names show affection in languages throughout the world. In Italian, we use vezzeggiativi (endearments) for love interests and family alike. Finding just the right endearment for the object of your affection can strengthen your bond. Tesoro –Treasure Tesorino –“Little Treasure”; sweetie;...