When it comes to modernism, one of the youngest places in the world has to be Dubai. Its skyline, which has only sprung from the ground in the last few decades, is architecturally very impressive. The nationals are not solely responsible for this jaw-dropping feat however.
More than 80% of the population in Dubai are expats, meaning that nationals are the minority. The extreme influx of non-Emiratis has caused the tripling of the 1995 population figure of just 700,000, with the current estimate being 2.1 million. Despite the recession, many are still flocking to Dubai to be a part of its development.
Morocco has a population of 32 million people, about the same as Canada, though its landmass is akin to California. The majority of the population is Muslim - with a smattering of Christian and Jewish - which means most nationals do not consume alcohol. And if there's an urge to, the government has 100% domestic booze tax in place. Paradoxically, the country has fourteen wine regions, and the standard of wine is considered to be good too.
We British love a good cup of tea, and so do the Moroccans! Whilst we prefer black tea, they favour green and have a big variety to choose from. Much like in China, tea ceremonies are common; during these people are shown how to prepare and drink tea correctly. Moroccans have a much sweeter tooth than is common in Britain however, having as many as six lumps of sugar in their tea, so be careful when accepting a cup!
Home to the ancient city of Carthage, Tunisia played a vital role in the Mediterranean. As it is located so close to the edge of North Africa, it became a sort of hub with links to important routes for shipping. The Arabs, Romans, French and Ottomans all viewed Tunisia as strategically significance over the years, using it as a regional vantage point.
More than 80% of the population in Dubai are expats, meaning that nationals are the minority. The extreme influx of non-Emiratis has caused the tripling of the 1995 population figure of just 700,000, with the current estimate being 2.1 million. Despite the recession, many are still flocking to Dubai to be a part of its development.
Morocco has a population of 32 million people, about the same as Canada, though its landmass is akin to California. The majority of the population is Muslim - with a smattering of Christian and Jewish - which means most nationals do not consume alcohol. And if there's an urge to, the government has 100% domestic booze tax in place. Paradoxically, the country has fourteen wine regions, and the standard of wine is considered to be good too.
We British love a good cup of tea, and so do the Moroccans! Whilst we prefer black tea, they favour green and have a big variety to choose from. Much like in China, tea ceremonies are common; during these people are shown how to prepare and drink tea correctly. Moroccans have a much sweeter tooth than is common in Britain however, having as many as six lumps of sugar in their tea, so be careful when accepting a cup!
Home to the ancient city of Carthage, Tunisia played a vital role in the Mediterranean. As it is located so close to the edge of North Africa, it became a sort of hub with links to important routes for shipping. The Arabs, Romans, French and Ottomans all viewed Tunisia as strategically significance over the years, using it as a regional vantage point.
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Emily Collins writing on behalf of hotels4u.com. To find out more about Tunisia, why not visit yourself? Stop by this site to book your accommodation.
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