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The Caspian tiger, now extinct, was one of the largest tiger subspecies, inhabiting areas around the Caspian Sea.
Chichén Itzá
Visited by over 2 million travelers each year, Chichén Itzá is one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Mexico. This ancient ruined city lies on the northern half of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, and it encompasses a collection of stone buildings.
The center portion of Chichén Itzá is starred by El Castillo, also known as the Kukulkan Pyramid, which is one of the most fascinating constructions in Mexico. Chichén Itzá also includes a Sacred Cenote, the Temple of the Warriors complex, and other mythical structures that transport visitors to bygone eras.
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FACTS ABOUT INDIA
Freddie Mercury, the legendary singer of the rock band 'Queen' was born a Parsi with the name Farrokh Bulsara while the famous Oscar-winning Hollywood star Ben Kingsley was born Krishna Pandit Bhanji.
FACTS ABOUT INDIA
Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi asked the first Indian in space, Rakesh Sharma, about how India looked from space. His response was our famous patriotic song, "Saare Jahaan Se Achcha," the literal translation of which is "Better than the entire world, is our Hindustan (India)." This was an Urdu poem written during the freedom struggle against Brits.
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Oaxaca
Filled with evocative historical sights, Oaxaca is a must-visit destination for those seeking a high-caliber cultural experience in Mexico. Listed as a UNESCO Heritage Site, the city encompasses a plethora of colonial buildings, archaeological sites, and vivid remnants of native Zapotec and Mixtec cultures.
Travelers can visit Oaxaca in July, to catch a glimpse of the famous Guelaguetza festival — one of the city’s most precious cultural assets —, or during the spring to marvel at the local historical attractions. Some of the must-visit places in Oaxaca include the Oaxaca Cathedral, which boasts a gorgeous Baroque façade, the Benito Juárez Market, and the historic settlement of Monte Albán, founded in the sixth century B.C.
Tulum
Located on the Caribbean coast of the state of Quintana Roo, within a 90-minute drive south of Cancun, Tulum has all of the features that travelers long for in a vacation destination. There are mesmerizing beaches with a jade green glow and staggering palm trees, trendy restaurants, hip beach clubs, boho-chic hotels, and fantastic cultural sights.
Aside from soaking up the sun in Playa Paraíso, and snorkeling in the turquoise waters of Gran Cenote, travelers can also visit Tulum’s famous Mayan ruins. Perched high on a cliff, this ancient Maya settlement offers the most stunning views of the ocean.
The markings on a tiger's forehead, often resembling the Chinese character for "king," are considered a symbol of good luck in some Asian cultures
Mexican Food: A Quick Background
Mexican food has a worldwide reputation for being spicy. But we can guarantee you that this rich cuisine has much more to offer than just a burning sensation on your tongue.
The roots of Mexican cuisine actually lie in a combination of Mesoamerican and Spanish cuisine, and after the Spanish conquered the Aztec empire and Mesoamerica, a number of ingredients were introduced to the local native foods. Those were dairy products, meats from domesticated animals (pork, chicken, goat), rice, sugar, olive oil, and fruits and vegetables. Before that, Mexican cuisine brought together a slew of local native foods, such as corn, beans, squash, avocados, tomatillos, agave, and chili pepper, just to name a few. Aside from the Spanish flavors, Mexican cuisine was also influenced by Asian and African ingredients.
Thanks to its diversity of flavors and ingredients, Mexican food became an important part of Mexico’s culture, and in 2010 it was inscribed in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
The Main Ingredients of Mexican Food
The traditional Mexican food is mainly made with ingredients that are native to Mexico, such as corn (maze), chili peppers, tomatoes, squashes, cocoa, vanilla, beans, and avocados.
So, that concludes facts for India, for the time being. Going through the facts, I was reminded yet again of India's contributions to the field of Mathematics - 0, algebra, etc. Even the "Arabic numerals" have Indian origin -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindu–Arabic_numeral_system
When they spread to West via Arabic traders, Westerners started calling it Arabic numerals. Anyways, here are some important facts about the world of Mathematics.
Fun Facts About Mexican Food
Tomatoes Originated in Mexico. While this ingredient is often associated with Italian food, it actually originated in western South America and Central America. In fact, Italians actually ate their pasta without tomato sauce, and the edible berry was brought from Mexico to Europe in 1519 by Cortez, a Spanish explorer.
Tigers have a gestation period of approximately 93-112 days, and a litter usually consists of 2 to 4 cubs.
The Javan tiger, another extinct subspecies, was native to the Indonesian island of Java.
There are three different colors of corn tortillas. The famous corn tortillas come in three different colors: white maize, yellow maize, and blue maize.
Tigers mark their territories by spraying urine and leaving scratch marks on trees.
Chocolate was invented in Mexico. You might be surprised, but the history of chocolate didn’t begin in Switzerland or Belgium. It actually began in Mesoamerica, and anthropologists have found evidence that chocolate was made by pre-Olmec cultures, which lived in what today is known as Mexico.
Tamales are more than 8,000 years old. Made of masa or dough, these delicious wrapped goodies originated in n Mesoamerica as early as 8000 to 5000 BC. They were also considered sacred by the Aztec and Maya civilizations, as it is the food of the gods.
The agility of tigers allows them to climb trees, a behavior uncommon among big cats.
Mexican food is sometimes prepared with unusual ingredients. Aside from delicious fresh tomatoes and avocados, Mexican food is also prepared with more exotic ingredients, such as escamoles (ant egg sac), and cow eyeballs (for the eyeball tacos).
Tigers have a well-developed sense of taste and can detect scents that are miles away.
The Tasmanian tiger, also known as the thylacine, is not a true tiger but a marsupial that became extinct in the 20th century.
The Differences Between Traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex
So, by now you must have realized how rich and diverse Mexican food is. But, before you head over to Mexico for a true foodie’s experience, it might be a good idea to learn the difference between Mexican vs Tex-Mex.
In short, Tex-Mex is a fusion between American (Texan) and Mexican Cuisine. It originated with the Tejano people of Texas, and it became a sub-type of Southwestern cuisine.
The most notable difference between the two cuisines is the ingredients. In almost all Tex-Mex dishes, cumin is the main ingredient, however, most traditional Mexican dishes don’t include it at all. Mexican people often use ingredients such as chile peppers, oregano, cacao, cilantro, and more to season their dishes.
Also, Tex-Mex taco shells are typically hard tortilla shells, while Mexican taco recipes call for soft corn tortillas.
If you find cheddar on your Mexican food, then it is a Tex-Mex dish, as Mexicans always use white or yellow cheese. Many typical Mexican dishes including enchiladas, tacos, and more belong to both Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisines. However, Tex-Mex prepares them with their own flavors and style.
Tigers are capable of imitating the calls of other animals to attract them, a behavior known as vocal mimicry.
Chili con Carne: Chili con Carne is a classic Tex-Mex dish made of chili, which is chilis, chicken broth, and your own (or others) secret ingredients, and Carne, either chicken, beef, or pork. If you haven’t tried traditional Chili con Carne before, then what are you waiting for?
FACTS ABOUT MATHS
Mathematics is considered the universal language of science.
The Malayan tiger has a unique characteristic called interdigital scent glands on its front legs, which are used for marking territory.
FACTS ABOUT MATHS
The word "mathematics" comes from the Greek word "mathema" which means knowledge or learning.