LeMO: Lebendiges virtuelles Museum Online
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LeMO: Lebendiges virtuelles Museum Online
In German. The Deutsches Historisches Museum (German History Museum) and Haus der Geschichte der Budesrepublik Deutschland (Museum of the History of the Federal Republic of Germany) work together to support this site, covering German history of the mid 19th century to the present. The “Living Museum Online” includes articles on historical periods, …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–German History
Yaroslavl Region
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Yaroslavl Region
The official website of the Yaroslavl Region of Russia. Offers official administrative, economic, historical, geographic, and cultural information. Special informational sections are geared to tourists and investors. In Russian and English.
Subject: Regional And Country Information–Europe–Russia–Russia Travel And Tourism; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Fastnet Rock Light – ipl’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
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Fastnet Rock Light – ipl2’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
The famous Irish lighthouse, Fastnet Rock Light, was built in 1904 and took 7 years to build. It is located in the Irish Sea near Cape Clear Island and is approximately 4.5 miles from Irish mainland. “It is the first light seen by all ships inbound from the Americas, and the last light seen by thousands of emigrants heading to the New World.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Neist Point Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Neist Point Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Located in Glendale, Scotland, U.K., Neist Point Light was built in 1909 and automated in 1986. “This 62 foot tall, white conical tower and attaching buildings are located on the western-most point of the Isle of Skye. Its focal plane is 141 feet above sea level and it has a range of 16 nautical miles. It is accessible by boat, helicopter or a 45 m …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
The Oktoberfest Website
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The Oktoberfest Website
In English or German. This site has everything you ever wanted to know about Oktoberfest in Munich. Includes a gallery of pictures.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–Germany Travel & Tourism; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–German Social Life & Customs
Killantringan Light- ipl’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
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Killantringan Light- ipl2’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
The Killantringan Light was built in 1900. It replaced the Portpatrick Light. Killantringan Light resides in Portpatrick, Scotland in the Irish Sea. “This 72 foot tall, white conical tower has an elevation 161 feet above sea level. Its light shines 25 miles out into the North Channel along the southwest coast of Scotland.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Hook Head Light – ipl’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
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Hook Head Light – ipl2’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
“This massive tower, located at the tip of Hook Head at the entrance to Waterford Harbour, was built around 1172 and even today remains in excellent condition.” Hook Head is located in the Irish Sea in Churchtown, Co Wexford, Ireland. This Light has an eccentric history including, functioning as a monastery and as a hub for counterfeit money. Hook …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Howth Light – ipl’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
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Howth Light – ipl2’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
The Howth Light is situated in the Irish Sea in Howth, Co Dublin, Ireland and was built in 1818. “This light is located on the pier-head in Howth Harbour on the northern shore of Howth Head… Howth Harbour was modernized in the early 1980’s and a modern tower built at the end of the East Pier Extension.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Galley Head Light – ipl’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
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Galley Head Light – ipl2’s Lighthouse: A Photographic Journey
The Galley Head Light is located in the Irish Sea “on the southern tip of a headland known as Dundeady Island” in Castlefreke, Co Cork, Ireland. The lighthouse was built in 1878. It became electric in 1969 and fully automated in 1979. “The tower is 69 feet high and sits at the edge of a sheer cliff in a well-designed compound.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Dun Laoghaire East Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Dun Laoghaire East Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This light is located at the end of the East Pier of Dun Laoghaire Harbour. It and the West Pier Light were built to guide into the harbour ships that were waiting to get into the Port of Dublin. When this light became a three-keeper station in 1949, the Principal Keeper moved into the dwelling of the unmanned West Pier Light, and the two assistan …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Ducannon North Rear Range Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Ducannon North Rear Range Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This harbour light was originally built at Roche’s Point in 1817. It was felt to be too small for that location, so it was dismantled and re-built at Duncannon. It is located three miles north of the entrance to Waterford Harbour on the Wexford shore. Along with the Duncannon Fort Light (Front Range) it forms a pair of range lights (leading lights …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Dun Laoghaire West Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Dun Laoghaire West Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This light is located at the end of the West Pier of Dun Laoghaire Harbour. It and the East Pier Light were built to guide into the harbour ships that were waiting to get into the Port of Dublin. In 1909 a fog horn was added to this station at the request of the London North-Western Railway. In 1949 the Principal Keeper from the East Pier Light mo …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Duncannon Fort Front Range Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Duncannon Fort Front Range Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This light is located in Duncannon Fort three miles north of the entrance to Waterford Harbour on the Wexford shore. Along with the Duncannon North Light (Rear Range) it forms a pair of range lights (leading lights) guiding ships over the bar of Duncannon.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Dunmore East Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Dunmore East Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This light is located on the Waterford shore on the pier-head directly across the entrance to Waterford Harbour from the Hook Head tower. Its fluted Doric column and cast-iron lattice balcony make it unique among Irish lighthouses. It used oil lamps until 1922 when it was converted to acetylene. In 1964 it was converted to electricity.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Roche’s Point Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Roche’s Point Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Roche’s Point Light was built in 1835 and is located “at the site of an old watch tower at the entrance to Cork Harbor,” Ireland. “It replaced a smaller tower that had been built in 1817 but deemed too small for this location.” The “light stands 49 feet high and is 105 feet above high water.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Old Wicklow Head Lights – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Old Wicklow Head Lights – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
The Old Wicklow Head Lights are located in Wicklow County Wicklow, Ireland. There are two lights, an “upper, or rear, light”, and a “lower, or front, light”. “The rear light was discontinued in 1818 when new lights were built. A new upper light was built very close to the old front light that was torn down. This new upper light was discontinued in …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Poolbeg Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Poolbeg Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Poolbeg Light is located in Dublin County Dublin, Ireland and “was built in 1768.” The “light sits at the end of the South Wall of the Port of Dublin which extends from Ringsend nearly four miles out into Dublin Bay. The original tower was built in 1768 and was re-built in 1820. The color of the tower has changed over the years from white to black …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Portpatrick Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Portpatrick Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Portpatrick Light is located “at the harbor entrance in Portpatrick on the North Channel along the southwest coast of Scotland.” It was built in 1836 and decommissioned in 1900 “when the Killantringan Light became operational.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Wicklow Head Light – ipl???s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Wicklow Head Light – ipl2???s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Built in 1818 and automated in 1974, this light serves as a replacement for older lights along the Irish coast at Wicklow Head. This light is lower at “just 121 feet above high water level,” and it was improved in 1863 as well as “converted to gas in 1868, to incandescent paraffin vapour in 1906 and to electricity in 1976.” With the Wicklow Swash l …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Youghal Light – ipl???s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Youghal Light – ipl2???s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Built in 1852 and electrified in 1964, Youghal Light is placed “on the site of the old Convent of St Anne ‘light tower’ that had been kept burning by the nuns for over 350 years from 1190 to 1542.” The granite tower is 43 feet high and extends “78 feet above high water.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
South Rock Lightship – ipl???s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
South Rock Lightship – ipl2???s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Built in 1877, South Rock Lightship was changed from a black and white stripe scheme to its signature red color in 1955. The vessel, docked at Dun Laoghaire harbor, serves as a training ship for the Irish Lights.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Charles Fort Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
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Charles Fort Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This quaint harbour light is located in Charles Fort on the eastern shore of Kinsale Harbour. There has been a light exhibited from a window here since the 16th century.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Ballycotton Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Ballycotton Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This light, built with old red sandstone quarried on the island, was built along with the one at Mine Head when construction on the Capel Island light was suspended. It is located on Ballycotton Island just offshore from the southern tip along Ballycotton Bay. Originally the tower was a natural stone color. In 1892 a broad, black band was painted …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Turnberry Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Turnberry Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Located in Scotland, UK, built in 1873 and automated in 1986, Turnberry Light is an “80 foot tall, [active] conical tower located on the southwest coast of Scotland at the entrance to the Firth of Clyde from the North Channel.” The powerful light in its white tower shines “95 feet above sea level” with “a range of 24 nautical miles.” Under the desi …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Corsewall Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Corsewall Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“Located at the northern tip of the Rhinns of Galloway (Galloway Peninsula) where Loch Ryan and the North Channel meet (southwest coast of Scotland), this light’s white conical tower stands 112 feet tall and shines 22 miles out to sea. It was designed by Robert Stevenson and is still an active aid. The former keeper’s quarters is now operated as th …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Ballinacourty Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Ballinacourty Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This light, built with local limestone rock, is located on Ballinacourty Point, on the northern shore of Dungarvan Bay. It was at the request of merchants and shipowners that this harbour light was built, to help guide ships into Dungarvan Bay and up to safe anchorage.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Mull of Galloway Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Mull of Galloway Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
This 85-foot tall tower “on the southern tip of the Rhinns of Galloway” (on the Galloway Peninsula) was built in 1830 and was automated in 1988.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Mizen Head Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Mizen Head Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
This light is west of Barley Cove, sitting “between Brow Head and Three Castle Head.” In 1909, it was built “as a fog signal station,” and was first lit in 1959.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Old Head of Kinsale Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Old Head of Kinsale Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
This light, located on Lispatrick in County Cork, was built in 1853 to replace one that, having been “placed too high,” was frequently hidden by fog.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Loch Ryan Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Loch Ryan Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Located between Ireland and Scotland, “this 49 foot tall” light was built in 1847.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Baily Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Baily Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
“This light is located at the south-eastern tip of Howth Head which juts out into the Irish Sea at the entrance to Dublin Bay. There has been a light on this part of Howth Head, in one form or other, for over 300 years. The first actual lighthouse wasn’t built here until 1668, however. A second lighthouse was built in 1790. These first lights were …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
Mine Head Light – ipl’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Mine Head Light – ipl2’s Lighthouses: A Photographic Journey
This light, built in 1851, is “between Dungarvan and Ardmore.” At 285 feet, it boasts the highest lighthouse elevation in Ireland.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism
MTV Germany
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MTV Germany
In German. The MTV Germany site covers the latest music news and releases and lists the top 100 hits in Germany.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–German Social Life & Customs
Famous Austrians, Germans, and Swiss
Biographies, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Famous Austrians, Germans, and Swiss
In English. This site provides an A-Z list of famous Germans, Austrians, and Swiss, including political figures, artists, actors, and others. Each entry includes birth date, death date where applicable, and a short biography.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–German History; Reference–Biographies; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–German Social Life & Customs
Federal Statistical Office – Geography
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Federal Statistical Office – Geography
In English or German. The Federal Statistical Office provides information about the geography of Germany such as climate, elevation, and topographic features. Graphs are included in some of the topic areas.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany
The Irish Brigade
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The Irish Brigade
“Devoted to the history of the 38th (Irish) Brigade, a unit of the British Army that gained an unrivalled reputation in the Allied campaigns in Tunisia, Sicily and Italy in World War II.” Includes virtual battlefield visits, eyewitness acounts, war diaries, and more.
Subject: Arts & Humanities–History–History By Topic–Military History; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Ireland
National Atlas of the United States
Geography, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
National Atlas of the United States
Interactive Layered maps of the United States providing sections on: elevation and terrain, exotic species maps, animated vegetation growth and interactive maps within your browser. Map layers can be downloaded from the USGS free via FTP. Maps have zoom function that allows users to examine over 2 million entries closely.
Subject: Reference–Geography–Maps & Atlases; Regional & Country Information–North America–United States
Euro Data Map
International Business, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Euro Data Map
A resource for economic data, such as GDP growth, inflation rate, and budget deficit, of select European countries. This site may not work with some browsers, though a text-only version of the information is also available.
Subject: Business & Economics–International Business; Regional & Country Information–Europe
U.S. Census Bureau International Database
Census Data and Demographics, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
U.S. Census Bureau International Database
The International Data Base offers demographic and socio-economic data for “countries and areas of the world with a population of 5,000 or more.” Data goes back as far as 1950. See the introductory page to find general information about the database and to view graphs and other pre-aggregated data on world population.
Subject: Regional & Country Information; Reference–Census Data & Demographics
World Desk Reference
Geography, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
World Desk Reference
“Each of the world’s nations is analysed in up to 19 subject areas…. An invaluable guide to … the world’s most important places, including alternative spellings and recent place-name changes; More than 5,000 illustrations, charts and diagrams, and over 600 maps, 25,000 facts and statistics.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information; Reference–Geography
Health Canada Online
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Health Canada Online
“Health Canada is the federal department responsible for helping the people of Canada maintain and improve their health. In partnership with provincial and territorial governments, Health Canada provides national leadership to develop health policy, enforce health regulations, promote disease prevention and enhance healthy living for all Canadians. …
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences; Regional & Country Information–North America–Canada
Atlas of Canada
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Atlas of Canada
A searchable site providing access to Canadian geographical information. Broad subject areas are physical, economic, and human geography, with more specific categories in each subject area. Search for sites within the Atlas itself and for resources of the National Atlas of Canada, Statistics Canada and other related geographical resources.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–Canada
AICEP Portugal Global
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AICEP Portugal Global
The site offers details on business and investments available in Portugal, as well as general information on the country.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe
Irish Government in Crisis – The Independent
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Irish Government in Crisis – The Independent
The financial crisis has not finished claiming victims. The Independent from Ireland reports that Ireland’s Green Party called for general elections to be held, and for the current government to be dissolved. This comes after politicians accepted a bailout from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and other European countries in 2010.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Ireland
Krasnoyarsk Krai — The Official Web Portal
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Krasnoyarsk Krai — The Official Web Portal
Local news and information from the largest region with in Russia.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Czech Republic- Official Website of the Czech Repubic
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Czech Republic- Official Website of the Czech Repubic
The official website of the Czech Republic run by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, offers information on various aspects of Czech society. Sub-pages include: 1. economy, business and science 2. tourism and sport 3. cultural heritage 4. work and study. Contains useful, current demographic, currency exchange rates, weather and …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe
ZNet Latin America Watch
Latin America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
ZNet Latin America Watch
At this site you will find a searchable compendium of Latin America-related articles from a variety of authors. Topics include social movements, U.S. policy toward the region, trade agreements, and more. Also contains links to a number of other source pages relating to Latin America, organized by topic.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Latin America
Das Bundesarchiv (Federal Archives of the Federal Republic of Germany)
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Das Bundesarchiv (Federal Archives of the Federal Republic of Germany)
In German. The archives of the Federal Republic of Germany hosts a virtual gallery on the site, which includes images of film posters from pre-WWII Germany and political posters, among other items. An English translation of the site is in the planning stages.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–German History
BBC News Country Profiles
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
BBC News Country Profiles
BBC country profiles “provide an instant guide to history, politics and economic background of countries, territories, and international organizations. Provides related news reports, a chronology of key events, leaders and media.
Subject: Regional & Country Information
GEOnet Names Server
Geography, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
GEOnet Names Server
This database allows searching for geographic information on countries outside of the United States. It includes not only towns, cities and other populated places, but also features like rivers, lakes, roads, tunnels, schools, even individual rocks and other obscure features. The database will provide exact latitude and longitude information for th …
Subject: Regional & Country Information; Reference–Geography
Philly Future – Philadelphia Blogs
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Philly Future – Philadelphia Blogs
Interested in Philadelphia? Philly Future is a collection of online writers, commentators and community bloggers writing about news, opinion, sport and arts and entertainment in the Greater Philadelphia region. Includes many links to resources for the area.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–United States–Midatlantic (New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania); Regional & Country Information Blogs
The Guides Network
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The Guides Network
Living in the UK and need advice about industries and everyday issues? Read guides for utilities, finances, travel, genealogy and water pollution.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism; Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom
Southern Highlands
Australia, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Southern Highlands
The Southern Highlands website is an information guide for the Southern Highlands in Australia. The site provides information on the area’s history, events, news, and a tourist’s guide to the region. There is information on individual towns and villages, including maps. The business directory provides an overview of local businesses from accommodat …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Australia
Interactive London Map
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Interactive London Map
This map of central London has landmarks that you can click on. For each landmark, there is a moving panoramic photograph that lets you see the area from many different angles.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom–UK Travel And Tourism; Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom
Embassy of El Salvador in the United States
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Embassy of El Salvador in the United States
The Salvadoran embassy website offers information on consular services; the Salvadoran community, events and organizations in the United States; travel and tourism; culture, politics and economics. In English and Spanish.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–Central America
The Panama Canal
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
The Panama Canal
A wealth of information on the Panama Canal is available on this website from the Panama Canal Authority. Visitors can find historical pictures and information, current projects, commercial and maritime operations information. The website also includes a photo gallery and live-camera views from the canal. Available in English and Spanish.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–Central America
Columbus Guides Travel Guide for Central America
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Columbus Guides Travel Guide for Central America
Comprehensive country-by-country travel and general information from this UK-based travel guide publisher. For each country, the website provides information on a number of categories, including health, public holidays, climate, history, government, social and business profiles and more.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–Central America
Library of Congress Portals to the World for Iberia, the Caribbean, and Latin America
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Library of Congress Portals to the World for Iberia, the Caribbean, and Latin America
Selected Internet resources for various countries, including Central America, chosen by Library of Congress staff. Websites cover general information, business, culture, health, government, geography and more for each country.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe; Regional & Country Information–Caribbean; Regional & Country Information–North America–Central America
Canada’s Arctic
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Canada’s Arctic
This web site is just one element in an integrated package of educational materials examining Canada’s Arctic environments and the organisms that occur in them. There are actually two websites-one entitled Canada’s Polar Life and the other Canada’s Polar Environments. Each of these sites provides more than 1000 pages of heavily illustrated inform …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–Canada
K-12 Study Canada
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
K-12 Study Canada
Resources for K-12 teachers on teaching and learning about Canada.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–Canada
Saipan-Tinian-Rota
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Saipan-Tinian-Rota
News, travel information, weather, community announcements, government, and a business directory for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–South Pacific
Saipan History and Government
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Saipan History and Government
An informative introduction to Saipan history, government, climate, and daily life, aimed primarily at U.S. or Canadian expatriates moving to Saipan.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–South Pacific
Pohnpei: Between Time and Tide
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Pohnpei: Between Time and Tide
Not to be confused with Pompeii in Italy, this website is a comprehensive source of information on Pohnpei, the largest island in the Federated States of Micronesia.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–South Pacific
Micronesian Seminar
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Micronesian Seminar
Historical lists of beachcombers and foreign ships, photo galleries, articles on issues facing Micronesia, and other related educational resources.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–South Pacific
Palau: Paradise of the Pacific
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Palau: Paradise of the Pacific
Companion website to the PBS/Reader’s Digest World TV program of the same name. Includes history, Palau legends, marine life, underwater cinematography, and more.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–South Pacific
Statistical Institute of Jamaica
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Statistical Institute of Jamaica
Official statistics department of Jamaica. Includes statistics such as imports and exports, consumer price index, the census and other demographics.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Caribbean
Historical Maps of the Americas
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Historical Maps of the Americas
Over sixty historical maps of various places in the Caribbean and North, South, and Central America with citations and file sizes. Plus a list of links to other historical map websites arranged by region.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Caribbean
Maps of Australia and the Pacific
Australia, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Maps of Australia and the Pacific
Digitized images of recent and historical maps from the Perry-Castaneda Library Map Collection. Includes Australia, New Zealand, and many nations in the South Pacific, with links to additional regional map resources.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Australia; Regional & Country Information–South Pacific
Geography IQ
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Geography IQ
Facts on France’s terrain, climate, land use, geographic coordinates, environmental problems and international environmental agreements. Also includes a foreign currency converter and maps.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–France
Students of the World – France
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Students of the World – France
France: Geography and Population – includes ISO codes, telephone prefixes, national anthem, maps, statistics, main cities, natural resources, economy, and an option to find penpals in the country of France.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–France
UK Safari
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
UK Safari
“A site for anyone interested in the wildlife and countryside of Britain.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom
Yahoo! Get Local
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Yahoo! Get Local
Interface to state and local resources in Yahoo, browsable by state/city or searchable by zip code. Entries for each city include links to Web resources, local weather and sports, searchable phone directories, and news headlines.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–United States
USA CityLink
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
USA CityLink
Listing of all states and popular cities, with links to information on travel, tourism, and relocation.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–United States
The Islands of the Bahamas
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
The Islands of the Bahamas
While this claims to be the official tourism site of the Bahamas, it is also an excellent site for general information on the islands and their history.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America
Scandinavia Tourist Boards – Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Scandinavia Tourist Boards – Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden
Official Website of the Scandinavian Tourist Boards in North America. Has subsites for each country, tour suggestions, a list of travel agents, etc.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Scandinavia
S??, Spain
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
S??, Spain
Interactive service that promotes free exchange of information on Spanish current affairs and its historical, linguistic and cultural development.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe
Romanian Voice
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Romanian Voice
A cultural insight on Romania; contains more than a thousand Romanian poems, many photographs, lyrics and recordings of Romanian music, and much more.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe
German City Populations
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
German City Populations
In English. The population statistics provided are broken down by federal states and the principal cities in Germany. A map provides city population data when the city is rolled over with the mouse.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany
Stadtplandienst
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Stadtplandienst
In English or German. The German equivalent of Mapquest, the site has interactive maps of everywhere in Germany and allows the user to get driving directions within Germany.
Subject: Germany; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany
German Geography
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
German Geography
In English. This site gives geographic information such as the size, topography, climate, and states of Germany.
Subject: Germany; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany
Maps of Germany
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Maps of Germany
In English. The Germany GenWeb Project hosts this site which includes around 40 scanned maps. The maps range from Brandenburg in 1320 to post-WWII Germany.
Subject: Germany; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany
Digital Historical Maps
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Digital Historical Maps
In English and German. A variety of historical maps are available on this site, including maps showing political development and regional detail. Maps depicting the development of the train system from 1835-1885 and waterways from 1850-1989 are also presented.
Subject: Germany; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany
documentArchiv.de (German Document Archive)
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
documentArchiv.de (German Document Archive)
In German. The documentArchiv provides various historical documents from Germany beginning around 1800 and ending with the reunification documents in 1990.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–German History
Die Verfassungen Deutschland seit 1806 (The constitutional documents of Germany since 1806)
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Die Verfassungen Deutschland seit 1806 (The constitutional documents of Germany since 1806)
In German. Here are the constitutional documents and some of the basic laws of Germany and the different regions of the country from 1806.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany–German History
Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico Departmento de Salud
Public Health, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico Departmento de Salud
Information about the State Health Department of Puerto Rico in Spanish.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–United States; Health & Medical Sciences–Public Health; Regional & Country Information–Caribbean
U.S. Department of State Background Notes: Germany
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
U.S. Department of State Background Notes: Germany
Notes on Germany include overviews of Germany???s geography, people, government, economy, historical overview, political developments, and many other topics.
Subject: Germany; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Germany
Irish Resources in the Humanities
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Irish Resources in the Humanities
This valuable resource is a “Gateway to sites on the World Wide Web that contain substantial content in the various disciplines of the humanities in the area of Irish Studies.” Categories include archaeology, architecture, art, biographical, geography, history, Irish language, among other topics.
Subject: Arts & Humanities; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Ireland
Sakhalin Regional Administration
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Sakhalin Regional Administration
Government, financial, economic, cultural, and current events information from the Sakhalin region. Also includes historical, demographic and tourism information.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Tambov Region Administration
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Tambov Region Administration
The official website for the Tambov region in Russia has news, history, economic, government, and cultural information. It is only available in Russian.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia–History; Regional And Country Information–Europe–Russia–Russia Travel And Tourism; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Kostrom Region’s Administrative Website
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Kostrom Region’s Administrative Website
Regularly updated regional website with news and information related to the oblast. This website is available only in Russian.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Orlov Regional Administration
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Orlov Regional Administration
This site has regional information about current events, politics and economics, among other things. This site is only available in Russian.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
The Official site for the Kirov Region’s Government
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
The Official site for the Kirov Region’s Government
A website with regional information about the Kirov Oblast. This website is in Russian only. This site has not been updated recently but it contains good content.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Rostov’-on-the-Don Regional Administration
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Rostov’-on-the-Don Regional Administration
This website is kept up to date with regional current events and information. It is in Russian only.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Samarsk Regional Administration
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Samarsk Regional Administration
Economic, current events and government region from the region of Samarsk. This site is in Russian and English.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Novogorod Regional Administration
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Novogorod Regional Administration
This site is an attractive resource for those seeking information about the local news, economics, and government information. It is available in English, Russian, and German.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Ryazan Regional Administration
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Ryazan Regional Administration
The official information server for the Ryazan region has news, tourism, sports, economics, and government information.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Novosibirsk Regional Administration
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Novosibirsk Regional Administration
This site is advertise as an information portal to news and information of Novosibirsk, Russia. Information such as ongoing projects and government activities are provided. The site is only in Russian.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Official Website of the Leningrad Region
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Official Website of the Leningrad Region
The regional website of Leningrad has information about their government, economy, tourism, history and cultural heritage in English and Russian. Website also features an archive that contains news and current events.
Subject: Regional And Country Information–Europe–Russia–Russia Travel And Tourism; Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Embassy of the Russian Federation
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Embassy of the Russian Federation
This government sponsored website for the Washington D.C. based Russian Federation Embassy provides news, immigration, and international relations. This website is accessible in Russian and English.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Official Amur Oblast Website
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Official Amur Oblast Website
Official government sponsored website with regional news and information related to the Amur region of Russia. This website is only available in Russian.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Official website for the Archangel Oblast
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Official website for the Archangel Oblast
A regional news and informational website sponsored by the government, which is available only in Russian
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Volgda Oblast Government Website
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Volgda Oblast Government Website
The official ebsite of the Volgda region is available in English and Russian and features local information such as news, offices held, and cultural affairs.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Corporate Governance In Russia
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Corporate Governance In Russia
Website with information about corporate laws and regulations as well as news related to business practices in Russia. Available in English and Russian
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Official Website of the Bryansk Oblast
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Official Website of the Bryansk Oblast
Website providing regional news and government related information in Russian and English.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Official Vladimir Oblast Website
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Official Vladimir Oblast Website
Regional administration website with news, government services, information about the governor, and more. In Russian.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–Russia
Worldwide Directory of Cities and Towns
Geography, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Worldwide Directory of Cities and Towns
“This is a directory of 2,880,532 of the world’s cities and towns, sorted by country and linked to a map for each town.”
Subject: Reference–Geography–Maps & Atlases; Regional & Country Information
UK 2002 – The Official Yearbook of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
UK 2002 – The Official Yearbook of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
“The definitive overview of the UK in text, figures, tables, maps, charts and (hardcopy only) colour photographs. Formerly known as the Britain Yearbook. This issue covers the UK and its people, the system of government, overseas relations, defence; education, the labour market, social protection, health services, criminal and civil justice, religi …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–United Kingdom
Cultural Profiles Project
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Cultural Profiles Project
This site contains over 100 country profiles available in both English and French. The entries give an overview of life in each country as well as information on immigrants to Canada from that country.
Subject: Regional & Country Information
The Canadian Encyclopedia
North America, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
The Canadian Encyclopedia
The Canadian Encyclopedia online is maintained by Historica, a non-profit educational organization. The site contains over 25,000 articles in both English and French as well as interactive educational resources such as maps, photographs, and quizzes. The site can be searched or browsed by subject and includes a Junior edition and feature articles a …
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–Canada
Honduras This Week
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Honduras This Week
Website for the Honduran weekly newspaper, Honduras This Week. In English and catering towards expatriates in Honduras, this weekly offers information in the area of environment, travel, business, culture, and regional news.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–Central America; Central America–Honduras
Trout
South Pacific, South Pacific Travel and Tourism
Trout
“A South Pacific journal of the arts – featuring poetry, fiction, photography, reviews and listing recent NZ & Pacific books.”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–South Pacific; Arts & Humanities–Fine Arts; Arts & Humanities–Literature–Online Texts–Contemporary Fiction
Pacific Business News
Business and Economics News, North America, South Pacific, United States
Pacific Business News
Subject: Regional & Country Information–North America–United States–Pacific States (Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Washington); Business & Economics–Business & Economics News; Regional & Country Information–South Pacific
New Zealand Doctor
Health and Medical Sciences News, Medical Research, South Pacific, South Pacific Travel and Tourism
New Zealand Doctor
“Health industry news.”
Subject: Health & Medical Sciences–Medical Research; Regional & Country Information–South Pacific; Health & Medical Sciences–Health & Medical Sciences News
Inside Europe
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Inside Europe
Maps, timelines, country profiles, institutional profiles, and much more relating to the European Union.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe
InfoMartinique
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
InfoMartinique
“Detailed information on Martinique, including history, geography, culture, nature, industry, tourism plus maps, addresses, photos, recipes, music and more…”
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Caribbean; Entertainment & Leisure–Travel & Tourism–Caribbean Travel & Tourism
Footnotes to History
Geography, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Footnotes to History
This site is dedicated to providing information about former nations that are largely unknown, and not referenced in many textbooks. Many of these nations were short-lived, quite small, or ethnic regions.
Subject: Regional & Country Information; Arts & Humanities–History; Reference–Geography
Slovakia Daily Surveyor
News and Current Events, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Slovakia Daily Surveyor
A news and information gateway about the Eastern European nation of Slovakia.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe; Reference–News & Current Events
World InfoZone
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
World InfoZone
A site with basic information, pictures and links related to countries throughout the world, as well as other educational links.
Subject: Regional & Country Information
France Diplomatie
Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
France Diplomatie
This website provides information about foreign policy, current news in France, visiting France, useful addresses, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The site is also available in French and Dutch.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Europe–France
Gheos World Atlas 2000
Geography, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Gheos World Atlas 2000
Interactive maps of the world, along with statistical and informational profiles of individual countries.
Subject: Reference–Geography–Maps & Atlases; Regional & Country Information
Australian Statistics on the Internet
Australia, Census Data and Demographics, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
Australian Statistics on the Internet
Links to information about Australian statistics, including organizations and journals. Part of the National Library of Australia Internet Subject Lists project.
Subject: Regional & Country Information–Australia; Reference–Census Data & Demographics
START Natural Language Question Answering System
Geography, Regional and Country Information, South Pacific
START Natural Language Question Answering System
The START Natural Language artificial intelligence server at MIT interactively answers all kinds of geography questions posed by Web users in natural language queries. Ask questions or make requests such as “Show me a map of Turkey?,” “What is the population of Rome?” or “What cities are within 300 miles of Moscow?”
Subject: Regional & Country Information; Reference–Geography