Sentences with phrase «other ancient cities»

Unlike many other ancient cities, the Spanish never came here.

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For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but cast them into hell and committed them to chains of gloomy darkness to be kept until the judgment; if he did not spare the ancient world, but preserved Noah, a herald of righteousness, with seven others, when he brought a flood upon the world of the ungodly; if by turning the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah to ashes he condemned them to extinction, making them an example of what is going to happen to the ungodly; and if he rescued righteous Lot, greatly distressed by the sensual conduct of the wicked (for as that righteous man lived among them day after day, he was tormenting his righteous soul over their lawless deeds that he saw and heard); then the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials, and to keep the unrighteous under punishment until the day of judgment, and especially those who indulge in the lust of defiling passion and despise authority.

Aristotle believed that such a capacity is limited to communities roughly the size of the ancient Greek city «states (approximately fifty thousand people living in close proximity to each other), but the modern nation «state proves him wrong.

Up and down its narrow valleys and across its great plain went the pomp and panoply of the ancient world, and its more commonplace traffic as well: rich argosies from far Babylon, carrying the wares down to Egypt; royal messengers of the great kings who ruled in Persepolis, bearing decrees for the officer in charge at the frontier station of Assouan; plenipotentiaries of Hatti and of Egypt, seeking a modus vivendi in the political stresses of the thirteenth century; conquerors with their chariots and footmen and their tale of atrocities behind and yet before; wandering bands of foot - loose adventurers, seeking a good land where they might strike roots into the soil - all these and hosts of others were led among the Palestinian hills where went the great trunk roads of the ancient world, camped in the plains, bartered in the little cities, or stayed to lay permanent claim to some hit of the land.

Hans Conzelmann, a New Testament scholar, describes it as the «absolutely normal picture of a Roman Hellenistic city,» but he does mention sanctuaries to Isis and Serapis, familiar divinities of the ancient world; we can be quite sure that other denominations had their local branches.

The invaders were called Amorites («Westerners») and for centuries they dominated the life of the Fertile Crescent, with city - states firmly established at such sites as Haran (from whence came Abraham, 11:31), Ugarit, Mari, and Babylon, which was ruled in the decades around 1700 by the renowned Hammurabi, Ugarit and Mari, among other ancient sites, have yielded profuse contemporary information of several kinds.

Commenting on the packaging, the York Gin Company's Emma Godivala says: «We are very excited to be launching the first gin made in the ancient City of York, and we've had much support from other gin makers and enthusiasts — especially within Yorkshire itself.

These commoners played a fundamental role in the Magna Carta story, and left their mark on Magna Carta in Clause 13, guaranteeing London and other cities «ancient liberties and free customs».

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Glacial Moment It's not much of a slope, but this hill, and others like it, are evidence of the ancient forces that ultimately brought me and more than 8 million other people to live in New York City.

Neurologists from around the world will debate these and other questions at the 2nd World Congress on Controversies in Neurology, hosted this year in the ancient Greek city of Athens.

Archaeologists hope that a funding and conservation boost can halt wall collapses and other erosion occurring at the ancient city on Italy's Neopolitan coast

Other scholars in the city are believed to have edited the works of Homer and produced the Septuagint, the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament.

This find and others nearby (including the ancient city of Caral and a 3,600 - year - old adobe carving of a human sacrifice) are rewriting history by showing that the Americas had booming civilizations at the same time that Mesopotamia was thriving half a world away.

On the other: American archaeologists Winifred Creamer and Jonathan Haas, who are married, believe the ancient city of Caral was part of an agricultural society that expanded to the coast.

On the other hand, the ancient city of Antioch on the Orontes, formerly the capital of the Roman province of Syria and today the Turkish metropolis of Antakya, is largely inaccessible as a result of modern construction.

If you like, you can show your date some of the key points of interest around the lake, such as a 100 foot high totem pole, an obelisk that was erected by none other than George II and the remnants of an ancient North African city (which has been shipped over to Britain and reconstructed).

Packed with signature LEGO humor for fans of all ages, gamers will go head - to - head with the time - travelling Kang the Conqueror through Ancient Egypt, The Old West, Sakaar, New York City in 2099 and many other Marvel settings.

Lee draws rhyme and reason out of Aristophanes» ancient play Lysistrata, transforming it into a searing look at the modern - day war zones that plague Chicago and every other American city ruled by street toughs offering nothing but guns»n' poses.

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Christian hagiography parallels closely that of other cultures and religions — the stories, for instance, of Moslem and Buddhist saints, and the hero - cults of the ancient Greek city - states.

Then mysteriously, around 900 AD, this ancient Mayan city was virtually deserted and over the ensuing centuries, the Guatemalan jungle overran its magnificent temples and other ancient Mayan Tikal structures.

Walk the ancient Mayan city of Tikal and explore Guatemala Tikal ruins, including ancient temples and other Mayan Tikal structures, during our fully escorted Caravan Guatemala Tour.

Hiking in Belize - Apart from its popular and prestigious barrier reef, ancient Maya cities and ceremonial caves, and other numerous attractions, Belize also has an incredible and spectacular array of opportunities for hiking.

We've visited ancient Mayan cities from Mexico's Chichen Itza to Guatemala's Tikal along with a slew of others in between.

Archaeologist believe that Santa Rita is almost certainly the ancient city of Chetumal and was occupied from 2000 BC to 1530 AD, with its primary importance in the Late Post Classic Period from 1350 - 1530 when it was an important center for the trade of honey, vanilla, cacao and anchiote to the northern Yucatan and other locations.

Its parks are still full of elephants, rhinos, lions and heaps of other game; its rocky hills and deep ravines are still some of the continent's most stunning; its ancient stone city ruins, unique in Africa, are open to visitors; and the timeless plunge of Victoria Falls is still roaring.

Tokyo is a city like no other: a unique combination of modern skyscrapers, ancient relics, and wacky fashion statements.

Uxbenka dates back to the early Classic Period, long before the existence of other Maya city - states in southern Belize, and its name means «Ancient One» to reflect its age.

We reveal to you the secrets and splendors of the ancient Mayas, the excitement of hiking a volcano or the magic of the colonial cities like Antigua; the best conserved Colonial City in the Western Hemisphere among many other day and multiday tours in Central America.

The ancient capital of the Inca Empire and its surroundings has a combination of history, mysticism and authenticity that is rarely equaled by any other city in the continent.

An excellent opportunity to escape the British drizzle, India offers sun - baked cities and ancient attractions like no other.

Other attractions close to Chabil Mar include the vast Cockscomb Basin Nature Reserve (home to some of Central America's last indigenous jaguars), the Monkey River, and the ancient Maya city - states like Nim Li Punit, and Lubaantun.

Other exciting activities in Belize include exploring ancient Maya cities.

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While the spectacular scenery is at the heart of a holiday to Mlini, the island offers other attractions, such as ancient churches and monasteries, and boat trips to the mainland to enjoy the lively city of Dubrovnik.

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This stunning landmark hotel, adjacent to the remaining ancient Ming Dynasty City Wall and a five - minute driving to Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and Silk Market, 2 - minute walking distance to Jianguomen Subway Station.It is home to 649 elegantly decorated rooms and suites, featuring Marriott's trademark «Revive» New Bedding, connectivity to plug and play iPods and other personal devices.The meeting space comprises of 4,000 square meters which is one of the largest amongst the hotels in Beijing.Wireless high speed Internet is accessible in all public areas and meeting rooms, a pillar-less ballroom that is interchangeable to suit your needs.

First class accommodation on the sea and within walking distance of the first tee with 15 rooms, some of which are located in the ancient tower and others in the old farmhouse adjacent to the archaeological site, which has been unearthed and which form part of the slaves» dwellings in the ancient city of Egnatia.

The Masseria has 15 rooms, some of which are located in the ancient tower and others in the old farmhouse adjacent to the archaeological site, which has just recently been unearthed and which form part of the slaves» dwellings in the ancient city of Egnatia.

Other unique experiences for honeymooners to enjoy on the mainland include cave tubing (floating on an inner tube through a series of caves), exploring vast ancient Maya cities like Xunantunich and Cahal Pech, and visiting the site ranked by the Discovery Channel as the number one sacred cave in the world, Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave.

It is located in the midst of the hotel complex, about five minutes from the center of Cancun and nearby are Mayan ruins at the ancient city of Chichen Itza, among other archaeological wonders of the country.

History fans will enjoy the battle sites of the century - long «border warsâ $; a trip to Graaff - Reinet, South Africa's fourth oldest town with more national monuments than any other city in South Africa; and an expedition to Barkley East to see exceptional examples of ancient San rock art.

This small and quaint town acts a hub for travelers in search of jungle expeditions, tours to ancient Maya cities, caves, and countless other eco-activities that get you up close to nature.

Machu Picchu is the ancient Incan city known for its intriguing architectural and archeological sites and is even one of the New 7 Wonders of the world, but it is also known for its other longtime residents — llamas!

Centrally located in Oviedo, the NH Principado hotel is within walking distance from the Gothic Cathedral, the Campoamor Theatre, as well as many other interesting cultural sights.Boasting a convenient location, just in front of the Historic Building of the University of Oviedo, this 3 star hotel is the perfect starting point to discover this ancient city and its important monuments, UNESCO World Heritage.On site amenities include airport shuttle service, car rental service, Wireless Internet access throughout the building, meeting rooms equipped with congress and banqueting facilities, medical service, restaurant and coffee bar.

If you are interested in exploring any of these 3 Mayan sites or other ancient Mayan cities while on your Belize vacation, feel free to chat with our Concierge at: [email protected] or contact our Reservations Manager at: [email protected].

Your quest is to find and gain access to an ancient gate that is located on the other side of the city, and the only way you will be able to fulfill this quest is to search the town for those who know how to open it.

Players will forge their own path as they explore ruined cities, forests of fungus, temples of bone and other fantastic lands, all on their way to uncovering an ancient mystery.

Packed with signature LEGO humor for fans of all ages, gamers will go head - to - head with the time - travelling Kang the Conqueror through Ancient Egypt, The Old West, Sakaar, New York City in 2099 and many other Marvel settings.