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For those of you who are sick of eating fast food everyday, try grabbing something new and exciting from The Sultan.

This is an article on boxer Wladimir Klitschko and his win over Sultan Ibragimov.

Sultan Shawarma is a little Mediterranean restaurant hiding in Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA. Tasty and affordable, with great location.

The revised version of "Outside the Gates of Sultan".

A seventies dandy locked outside the gates of Sultan in the middle of the night.

A recent trip to this restaurant provided a wonderful dining experience.

A look at two pieces of art, one by Donald Sultan, the other by Martin Puryear.

There was once in the antiquity of time and the passage of the age and moment, in the golden city of Basrah lived a sultan who was very proud of his clever wits and in the spelling of riddles.

Suleyman's magnificence as sultan of the Ottoman Empire soon gave way to corruption and the distancing of sultans from the decision-making process.

Camel Turkish Royal bills itself as rich and mellow and that is a fitting description. Camel cigarettes are known for their rich, full flavors and the Camel Turkish Royal is king.

Suleyman the Magnificent ruled as Sultan of the Ottoman Empire during the 1500s, according to the history books written by his European victims, Suleyman's magnificence was manifested only by virtue of his being a warrior.

You pay for excellence but at least at The Dorchester Hotel London, you get what you pay for and won't be disappointed. That's why the rich and the very rich keep coming back.

This article is a guide to the malaysian way of life. This article is especially useful for business travelling.

The Ottoman Empire was a multinational entity whose cosmopolitan and polyglot court attracted artists and artisans under the patronage of the sultans.

I was totally captivated watching these DVDs...

Hampi was the capital of one of the most powerful empires of the post moghul period in India - the Kingdon od Vijayanagara. Steeped in history, the magnificent ruins spread over 26 sq. kms. are worth a visit by anyone fascinated by history.

Cairo holds a special place in the heart of tourists who have visited Africa. Here's a list of what you can look forward to while visiting the African city.

Thank You for Smoking is a delightfully snarky little film that takes a jaundiced eye at human nature in general and Washington politics in particular.

During is over 30 year reign, Afghan ruler Machmud of Ghazni created one of the wealthiest empires in the world and was the scourge of his neighbors to the west in Iran and the south in India.

The Battle of Manzikert in 1071, between the Byzantine Empire and the Sejuk Turks, ended with defeat for the Byzantines and heralded the beginning of the end of the Byzantine Empire, though it was to last another four hundred years.

Albuquerque is a mecca for hot air ballooning. Most residents are so accustomed to balloons, they hardly give it a second thought, even when they land in their backyard.

Babe Ruth not only was a great hitter he was well on his way to becoming a Hall of Fame pitcher before becoming a full time outfielder

For the first time in four years, someone besides USC has a chance to win the conference. Can this be Cal or Oregon's year or more of the same from Pete Carroll's Trojans?

Movies, doctors, gays, and yuppies. Silverlake is not your ordinary city. It is a uniquely neutral entity which resembles a buffer zone between Los Angeles to the east and the San Fernando Valley to the north. This neighborhood is as colorful as LA gets.

Far from being uncivilized, the ancient Filipinos had a unique identity at par with any of it's time.

The name of a child is an important decision for parents, one that requires a great deal of thought and imagination. Allow yourself some freedom and see what you generate. Here are some ideas to get you started.

The Crusades, which lasted almost 200 years and involved the whole of Europe, meant a lot to the history of our world. But were the Crusades simply a mistake that got out of hand?

Mumbai, still known to most people as Bombey, is one of India's most diverse and fascinating cities. It is home to a film industry larger than Hollywood and five hundred years of fascinating history.

Moroccan cusine, belly dancing, and all around great place to have a birthday party

Inexpensive but sturdy, the Brattby bed frame is a low-maintenance solution for child or guest bedrooms, though it's also ideal for us cheapskate grown-ups. The design is simple and unobtrusive, and the assembly is easy - if you get all the screws.

A quick history including many of the social aspects of this great empire. Includes references to many other empires to fully tell of the history.

If you look now on a modern map you will not find Transylvania and so you'll be rather inclined to believe that this is a fairy tale land created by the Irish novelist Bram Stoker as the main scene where his famous character "Dracula" lives.

Historic Ellicott City, Maryland, is a great little mecca for those who love to shop for eclectic antiques and artwork. It's also known for its great crab dishes served up at its various restaurants.

The debate on Gay/Lesbian adoption is on-raging, and there seems to be no right answer. This research aims at understanding current ideological tennets, within the US, that lead to widespread anxiety about Gay/Lesbian adoption.

It's one of the largest cities in Southeast Asia and it's a place that not many Americans are familiar with-it's the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur.

Sir Ridley Scott's latest movie butchers the facts of medieval history to make a spurious point about modern politics.

The background, manufacture and symbolism of Islamic metal work.

Book Review on Journalist Seierstad's book, The Bookseller of Kabul

This article explores the ancient history and significance of jewlery in early Arab cultures.

The Grand Bazaar, or the Covered Bazaar as it is also called, is a 550 year old shopping center with a more exotic variety of goods than any of its modern counterparts could ever hope to offer.

The history of Judiac & Hermetic Kabbalah, and the rights of gentile women to study them. Written for "Women, Religion and Social Change" (December 23, 2002) from the personal prospective of a Gentile woman who is beginning to study Hermetic Kabbalah.

They twirl like tops swirled in a mix of dizzying proportions.

The Battle of the Horns of Hattin, fought on the 4th of July in 1187, signaled the death knell of Crusader domiance over the Holy Land and its rule over Jerusalem.

(The Gate series of banknotes issued by the Bank of Israel in the late 1970's embodies specific reference to the Six Day War (1967) and the liberation of Jerusalem. The Gates of Jerusalem were selected as its symbolism.

The entire story of why castles are here, what they were used for and the evolution of casles throughout history

Until the establishment of Marrakesh in 1062, Central Morocco was the home of Berber tribes from the Atlas mountains. The city was founded by the Almoravids, religious Muslims of Arab background.

When it comes to classic German fast food, nothing tops a good Turkish D�ner Kebab. As a matter of fact, it's the most popular fast food in the country today.

An overview of the rise of the Mahdi, a Sudanese Islamic Sufi who conquered the Sudan in the late 1800s.

It has only been a few years since Zanzibar has been realised to be a destination of unique qualities, not experienced elsewhere in the world.

Sometimes couples agree on mattress choices, some don't. This guide will help you find a mattress that the two of you will enjoy.