Challenges of tourism: Uluru might be closed

July 14, 2009 at 12:55 · Filed under Tellus Mater and tagged: culture, Tellus Mater

Uluru, also referred to as Ayers Rock, is a large sandstone rock formation in the southern part of the Northern Territory, central Australia. (Wikipedia)

Several resources have already dedicated articles to the news that the Uluru climb might be closed for safety, environment and cultural reasons.

Especially the last two are of importance, not only for Uluru, but also for other well-known tourist sights.
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Reflection: “Rare Peek at Riches of Past in Rome”

July 8, 2009 at 21:45 · Filed under Reviews and tagged: Business, culture, Mos Maiorum, Roman, strategy

Article: “Rare Peek at Riches of Past in Rome”
Source: The New York Times

Rome’s archaeological authorities have reallocated money to open five monuments which are usually closed, in response to budget cuts.

The monuments in question are:
* House of Livia
* House of Gryphons
* Temple of Romulus (it was probably the Temple of Jupiter Stator)
* Oratory of the 40 Martyrs
* Loggia Mattei

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