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Canada is an emancipated country in the relative scheme of things. But it has a dark history that some people aren't aware of, and others would like to keep it that way. In the early 20th century the last Beothuk Indian met her death after various parties encouraged other Indians (Micmac) to hunt people to their extinction. It is true that the Beothuk stole merchandise but it is also true that their culture assumed that what wasn't being used was for the common people to use and that those who weren't using the canoe or boat wouldn't mind if it was borrowed. In time they returned the goods if they were given a chance.

The debate in scholarly journals would suggest this was part of the difficulty and that there is little proof there was a concerted effort to eradicate the Beothuk. What truth in that suspicion of mine actually exists is up to you to decide. Clearly there will be no conclusive documentation I can provide; but there might be a reason to eliminate these people who are probably the cause of the moniker 'red-men'. They would smear their body with the spiritual red ochre that had been part of their cosmogony since the time of the ancient copper trade to Isle Royale. This was a protection from evil spirits. Obviously it didn't work in this world when the European heathen arrived to dispossess all natives and their quaint attitudes that had built up over thousands of years. The protection was inadequate to protect what may have been the remnants of the Keltic 'Brotherhood' that first inter-mingled in North America. Their canoe or boat construction is unlike any other and Farley Mowat certainly thinks they were in touch with the Scots and Celts since the 8th century AD. There is a burial that archaeologists have found that interests me and I hope some day they do genetic testing on the body to see if they can track or trace the genetic material to Ireland or Norway. This body had been disinterred or taken out of its grave and then the bones were covered with red ochre. I believe this was a high priest or shaman who had the knowledge of his ancestors from Druidic Europe. The crouched position of the skeleton is reminiscent of some Scythian and Keltic burials as well as those near Mt. Carmel Neanderthal back to 150,000 years ago.

The fact is, no real attempt was made to deal with their culture and keep these people alive. Their lands covered the territory from Ungava Bay to Newfoundland at one time and there are lots of Norse settlements in this area so academics no doubt would say 'So What' if there is genetic material in these or other bones that ties in to Europe. They might even re-iterate their claim that there is no proof of cultural impact and the integration of the few Europeans who settled here is proof of their contention. My attitude is that the Algonkian and other Indians who encouraged sex before marriage and enjoyed the intermingling of species, races and culture were heavily and spiritually impacted by 'messengers' who were white and often Druidic. There is far more proof than just the Scandinavian sweat house design or pottery. The most important proof is the very attitudes of brotherhood and community that allow people to use and share the wealth of the land and aren't so much into being rich. There are still 'primitive' savages (?) in Brazil like the Yanomami who are being dispossessed and eliminated in the name of 'progress; which is an extension of the concept of 'Manifest Destiny', and an ethic that is more of a real theft of property than any Beothuk ever did to his fellow man.

Pierre Berton is a highly respected Canadian author and historian who tells the story with appropriate documentation of the extinction of these once fun-loving and free people. It is a black mark on our collective consciousness and heritage made all the worse by a lack of awareness and transparency about what really happened. The effort to keep the knowledge of the 'travelers' and messengers or other agents of worldwide ecumenicism continues unabated and with something close to evil intent. It is entirely possible that courts would decide the white men were invaders and destroyers of a culture and people who had every legal and moral right to expect the newcomers to act like the white men that had come to live with them and trade the previous ten thousand or more years. It is possible that we all might agree the Paradise that was North America had a better form of land use and education or health or extended family management akin to the Kelts; and in line with the purpose God wants us to fulfill.

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Croatia is a small country situated in Mediterranean along the coast of the Adriatic Sea offering variety of cultural and natural beauties. Everyone interested in history and cultural heritage would enjoy Croatia where every stone tells its story. Well preserved old architectural work is somewhat breathtaking. It is like walking trough centuries and centuries of turbulent history. On the other hand Croatias natural beauty that ranges from beautiful coast, islands, beaches to the hinterland rich in fields, castles, and mountains. Such diversity on a small territory like Croatia leaves everybody in amazement. Croatia has been proclaimed as the new French Riviera and a number one tourist destination. There are numerous reasons why visit Croatia here are a few that you might consider.

Eastern Adriatic coast is considered to be the most beautiful coast in the Mediterranean. It is then not surprising why Romans chose this coast to settle and built their villas, palaces, towns to indulge in leisure, entertainment and delight. Nowhere else through the Mediterranean will you find so many islands, bays, caves; picturesque beaches and cliffs gilded with sunshine, as well as 5 National Park and 5 Nature Parks are located in this area of the country.

The towns along the coast are true jewels of Mediterranean culture. As we have mentioned before, every stone tells its own story, reaching back to sails of the Argonauts and those of Roman galleys; Venetian high-ranking state officials and merchants from Dubrovnik on their carracks and argosies. They say that there are more than a hundred small towns, villages and islands on the Dalmatian coast where one gets the impression that time stopped long ago somewhere in the Middle Ages or in the Renaissance.

On the green hills, resembling wave crests, glisten the old towns of Hum, Plomin, Groznan and Motovun in Istria, Vrbnik, and Lubenice on the islands of Krk and Cres.

Petrified moments of the past centuries can also be recognized in the bell-towers of Rab; in the churches, palaces and pavements of Hvar, Dubrovnik and Zadar. In the balustrades of Korcula and particularly in the monumental Sibenik Cathedral wreathed in sculptured portraits of medieval citizens of Sibenik; not to mention the villas on the Brijuni archipelago or the monumental church-towers in Pula.

Much of Croatian history in this area can be seen in some sixty 1000 year old little stone churches scattered along the Croatian coast. Inside these ancient beauties it is the permanent play that tells time and which makes each of these churches, in a very special way both a clock and a calendar at the same time. Basic characteristic of this area are numerous cypress and olive trees; lavender and immortelle flowers and vineyards.

Where olive groves end continental Croatia begins. Cypress with the woods of Ucka Mountain above them is replaced by the pine and fir trees of Gorski Kotar. Vineyards are gradually replaced by rich gross-lands descending downhill to the orchard, vegetable patches and gardens of the red-roofed village houses in the valley. Having crossed the Velebit Mountain and descending on its continental side, the road will lead you through the breathtaking landscapes of Lika and Banovina on to the vast valleys

of Posavina and Slavonia. Along the way youll see Plitvice Lakes, one of the eight National Parks in Croatia, the small town of Slunj and Karlovac, city on four rivers. Finally your trip takes you to Zagreb, the capital city. Approaching Zagreb from the northwest youll pass through the picturesque scenery of Medjimurje and Hrvatsko zagorje.

This area is abundant in fields and meadows that moderate in size, villages along rivers, and cities situated in the valley, Cakovec and Varazdin, the crown of Baroque architecture. Further east on your way through Slavonia you pass by the large willow-groves of Podravina, the hunting districts of Moslavina and thermal springs and spas of Daruvar and Lipik. In the very heart of Posavina valley there are charming age-old wooden houses which are typical examples of traditional local architecture. Surrounded by picturesque vineyards in the Golden Valley is the old Baroque town of Pozega.

Also famous for their beautiful Baroque-Secessionist architecture are cities of Dakovo and Osijek. Before flowing into the Danube, River Drava deluges into the area known as Kopacki Rit (another Nature Park), the last untouched nesting site of wading birds in Europe. Close to the city of Vukovar, known as the city of Croatian Heroes, lays the famous archeological site of Vucedol with 5000 year old culture. In the furthest eastern corner of Croatia there is fortified old town of Ilok famous for excellent wines.

All of this is just a small intro to a vast natural wonders and historical treasures that Croatia offers. Hopefully this information will help you on deciding where to go for your next vacation; Croatia will certainly be a good choice. Croatia will definitely make every holiday a remarkable and unforgettable event.

Martina Grubisic is professional travel agent specializing in travel to Croatia. For more info about Croatia, discounted airline tickets, car rentals and accommodation in Croatia, visit http://www.CroatiaTravel.com