Sentences with phrase «from colonial days»

No matter how you slice it, this tropical fruit has had enduring appeal as a decorative motif and a symbol of welcome, from colonial days to the present

From colonial days until now, this system has continued to develop to allow individuals and classes of persons who have been harmed by wrongdoing or negligence (i.e. «torts») to seek monetary compensation through a civil jury trial.

Next came Colby, whose 8,000 - object collection spans art in America from colonial days to the present, spiced by small holdings of European, Asian, pre-Columbian and ancient art.

Using old recipes from colonial days, she makes beverages like Switchel and baked goods like rhubarb pie, and has begun exploring home remedies, which she will include in an upcoming exhibition in Massachusetts.

The exhibition explores the contributions that one branch of the Corwith Family made to Bridgehampton from colonial days to the mid 20th century.

This newly created modern home is stylishly decorated with a blend of simple modern architecture, beautiful old antique furniture from the colonial days and touches of Africa.

Through 44 full - page paintings and a text told in the fictionalized, informal voice of an African American senior citizen looking back on her life, Nelson presents an intimate, powerful view of American and African American history, from colonial days through the civil rights movement.

In the Health Sector, the total number of hospitals from colonial days to 2008 stood at 679, in 2016 it is 1261 with 25 new polyclinics and 3 new regional hospitals from 2013 to 2106.

Not exact matches

News of her firing comes on the same day that Zimbabwe's 93 year - old Robert Mugabe, the last of the generation of African leaders to take over from colonial rule, has had his hold on power broken by army units loyal to his former bodyguard Emmerson Mnangagwa.

There are some reports as of Thursday that the Colonial Pipeline could resume operations within days, which, if true, could prevent the gasoline shortage from getting too bad.

Man himself is determining that, having extended his average lifespan from the thirties in colonial days to nearly seventy now.

There are for Butler, quite properly, no colonial «good old days» when conventional religion of the Protestant or Christian or Judeo - Christian sort snatched America from the jaws of the Enlightenment and gave the nation a Christian birthing.

On the contrary it is the visible force and migration laws of the superpowers that keep the land hungry persons from the empty space of the world occupied in the days of colonial expansion.

It is the visible force and migration laws of the superpowers that keep the land - hungry people away from the empty spaces of the world which were occupied in the days of colonial expansion.

There it is — the belief that usually resides deep beneath the surface of conscious thought, safe from examination and extrication, but was born in biblical times, solidified in the days of the Enlightenment, and codified into colonial law in 1660 through the racialization of Virginia slave codes.

International actors — from colonial administrators to modern - day peace - builders — are forced to contend with competing pressures.

President Akufo - Addo has come under a barrage of attacks after he revealed plans to present a legislation before Parliament to set aside August 4 as a day to celebrate the many founders of Ghana ditching September 21 as the commemorative day for Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana's first President and a key figure in the fight for freedom from British colonial rule.

Laws governing abortion in America have changed over time, from no laws in Colonial days — when it was considered a medical issue — to the various state restrictions seen today.

I loved it, and I read it every day when I was a kid at a rural primary school, just a few years after independence from British colonial rule.

Oysters feed by filtering plankton from the water, and they were so abundant in colonial times that they're estimated to have filtered all the water in the bay every three to six days.

We are committed to helping Colonial Heights singles discover love every day by narrowing the field from thousands of singles to a select group of compatible matches.

From the old days of the Mughal Empire to British colonial rule, visitors walk through the various heritage sites... Lahore Authority.»

When director Mr. Joffé at last returns to the present - day hospital where the scuba diving scientist is flat - lining, the knife - throwing belly dancer from India shows up with the other half of the magic ring in time for him to spring back to life, mercifully minus his hilarious accent and colonial - rule ponytail.

Colonial Days gives its readers the opportunity to share one year of those lives, by participating in some of the activities that kept the Mayhew family busy from morning till night, from season to season.

But historically, getting an education has often been difficult for many African American children in this country from early colonial times to present day.

The Brooklyn Historical Society offers educators unique resources for grades 4 — 12 on a range of fascinating topics that will enliven your teaching about the borough from its earliest colonial days to the present.

Former and current Nashvillians including author and owner of Parnassus Books, Ann Patchett (Commonwealth), novelist and respected wine critic Jay McInerney (Bright, Precious Days: A Novel), fantasy writer Sherrilyn Kenyon (DragonMark) musician Kix Brooks (Cookin» It With Kix: The Art of Celebrating and the Fun of Outdoor Cooking), and Anne Byrn, nationally famous as The Cake Mix Doctor (American Cake: From Colonial Gingerbread to Classic Layer, the Stories and Recipes Behind More Than 125 of Our Best - Loved Cakes).

Connecticut claims the honor nonetheless, but most people know it as the Nutmeg State because the spice was expensive in early colonial days and some from Connecticut sold fake spices carved of wood.

While Colonial Penn also advertises a 30 - day money back guarantee, this feature isn't unique and shouldn't be a reason you decide to purchase from them.

Spend the day exploring the Palacio Nacional, a grand colonial palace, or the Teotihuacan ruins, an ancient Aztec city just a 40 km excursion from the city, before spending the night eating gorgeous Mexican food, taking in a traditional wrestling show at Arena Mexico, or hitting the clubs hard.

Days 3: Mexico City, Puebla & Oaxaca From Mexico City, tours include a visit to the historical center of the colonial city of Puebla and the romantic heart of Mexico, Oaxaca (both cities are UNESCO World Heritage sites).

Archaeological studies conducted in the 1980's recognized the coastal reaches of the Bacalar region once supported several trading, agricultural and fishing settlements established by the ancient Maya; and the area has intermittently been utilized by settlers from colonial times to the present day.

Colonial stone buildings, the horror days of whaling and a coastline of living granite carved into awesome creations by the massive pounding of King waves surging up from the Southern Ocean.

Wandering the cobblestone streets amid architectural treasures from Spanish colonial days is a fine way to delve into the past.

Why Go: It may not look a lot like Christmas, but Paraty, a half - day's drive from Rio, is a hidden gem of a town with astonishingly well - preserved Portuguese colonial architecture, a vibrant cultural scene, and easy access to rainforest and some of the world's most perfect beaches.

The Imperial opened in 1931, and it recalls the halcyon days of the Raj; the walls lined with paintings of colonial life, a priceless collection that you can get to know better with a tour from one of the hotel's curators.

From there we took a one hour taxi (included in our hotel deal, usually $ 30) to the colonial city Antigua where we spent a few days.

CODE: 5184990002 Archaeological Cusco (04 Days / 03 Nights) from USD $ 270 This is one of the favorite cultural programs which allows you to penetrate the Incan World, discovering its emblematic monuments, like Machu Picchu, Saqsaywaman, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, the city of Cusco, as well as the handicraft of the picturesque village of Pisaq, which generate a mixture of history, art and admiration for the architectural wonders built by the Incas, combining them with the monumental witnesses of the Colonial and Republican time periods, wh

Note this ticket does not include: Entrance to Koricancha (or Qorikancha) 10 soles Entrance to Cathedral 25 soles (the visit of the Cathedral is optional as many people prefer not to visit now that it is more expensive so there is the option to have afternoon tea in a restored Colonial house / hotel if you prefer during this part of the City tour) Cusco Tourist Ticket also includes the admission to the Cusco folk dances and music at Cusco Art Center in the 3rd block of Sol Avenue, presentation everynight from 7:00 pm Alternatively you can purchase a partial ticket for 70 soles which allows a one day only visit of just the 4 Archeological sites if you are not planning to visit any of the Sacred Valley sites such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros or a one day only partial ticket to visit the Sacred Valley sites such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros (Moray) if you are not going to have time to visit the 4 Archeological sites of Saqsayhuaman / Qenqo / Pucapucara / Tambomachay.

For 8 days you will hike the «Piedra Herrada Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary», where you can marvel at the number of butterflies in just one tree, visit beautiful archaeological sites such as the convent of Santa Ana Tzintzuntzan from the XVI century and explore colonial towns like Valle de Bravo and the village of Santa Clara del Cobre, famous for its copper handicrafts.

The Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts offer the facilities and services that will make your stay an unforgettable experience: 24 hrs reception, check - in from 3:00 pm, check - out by 12:00 pm, one - day passes (9:00 am — 6:00 pm) and night passes (6:00 pm — 1:00 am), fax and telephone service *, wake - up service, laundry service *, luggage room, currency exchange, newspapers, outdoor parking, handicap access, ATM machine, games room, reading lounge, 2 theatres, babysitter *, beauty salon *, handcrafts market *, doctor in hotel *, shopping center *, supermarket *, photo shop *, boutique *, souvenir shop *, crafts shop *, tobacco shop *, bookstore *, jewelry shop *, clothing store *, Catholic mass at the GP Colonial Sundays.

Palladium Hotels & Resorts offer the facilities and services that will make your stay an unforgettable experience: 24 hrs reception, check - in from 3:00 pm, check - out by 12:00 pm, one - day passes (9:00 am — 6:00 pm) and night passes (6:00 pm — 1:00 am), fax and telephone service *, wake - up service, laundry service *, luggage room, currency exchange, newspapers, outdoor parking, handicap access, ATM machine, ice machine, games room, reading lounge, 2 theatres, babysitter *, beauty salon *, handcrafts market *, doctor in hotel *, shopping center *, supermarket *, photo shop *, boutique *, souvenir shop *, crafts shop *, tobacco shop *, bookstore *, jewelry shop *, clothing store *, Catholic mass at the GP Colonial Sundays.

Spend a day full of history on a visit to Santo Domingo where you'll find various buildings from the colonial era and cultural sites.

Many fine colonial buildings from the town's early days still grace its streets.

Parades, celebrations, and performances mark this special day of independence from colonial rule.

In 1773 the city was destroyed by an earthquake, but many of the colonial buildings have been carefully restored and the architecture from its glory days can still be seen.

Some Optional Suggestions: Stop at the colonial Mayan town of Valladolid on the way to or from the ruins for an extra $ 60.00, paid in cash on the day of the tour.

Featuring exhibits documenting the full spectrum of the country's history, visitors can see artifacts from the long millennia of Maya rule, items from the early days when Belize was a pirate haven, cats o» nine tails and chain balls from colonial times when the building was a prison, and special displays about the distinct cultures and peoples in modern Belize.

Overlooking the 7th hole of the world renowned Mount Irvine golf course this colonial style villa blends local ambience with everything you would expect from modern day living.

High Water Marks: Art and Renewal After Katrina May 1, 2010 - September 19, 2010 From New Orleans» earliest days, the work of Black artisans made the city a colonial prize and distinguished it from other poFrom New Orleans» earliest days, the work of Black artisans made the city a colonial prize and distinguished it from other pofrom other ports.