IOM post issued a set of Seven stamps, which reflect some of the 24 Olympic sports, as well as a cycling miniature sheet to mark the upcoming London 2012 Olympic games. There are 26 Olympic sports in total which will be held in 34 venues across the UK.
The 2012 Summer Olympic Games, officially known as the Games of the XXX Olympiad or “London 2012 Olympic Games”, are scheduled to take place in London, England, United Kingdom from 27 July to 12 August 2012. London will become the first city to officially host the modern Olympic Games three times, having previously done so in 1908 and in 1948.
London 2012 Olympic Games – IOM
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598 views100th Anniversary of the Alishan Forest Railway
January 7th, 2012 srmodh 472 views
Alishan, with its beautiful natural scenery and rich ecological resources, is a world famous tourist destination. The Beimen to Erwanping section of Alishan Forest Railway officially opened to traffic on December 25, 1912. Along with the mountain’s sacred trees, sunrise, sunset, and sea of clouds, the railway is one of the “Five Wonders of Alishan.” The Alishan Forest Railway was once a very busy train track because of logging on the mountain. With changes to Taiwan’s economic structure, the railway’s role has shifted from a transporter of lumber to a cultural asset with its scenic spots and historical architecture dating from a century ago. To mark the 100th anniversary of the opening of the railway, Chunghwa Post will issue a souvenir sheet.
Lunar Year 2012 – China
January 6th, 2012 srmodh 474 views
The China Post had issued a new stamp commemorating the Year of Dragon. According to the Chinese Zodiac, the Year of 2012 is the Year of the Dragon, which begins on January 23, 2012 and ends on February 9, 2013. The Dragon is the fifth sign of the Chinese Zodiac, which consists of 12 Animal signs. The Dragon is a creature of myth and legend. In ancient China, the celestial Dragon represents an emperor and power. Today, it is the ultimate auspicious symbol signifying success and happiness.
Year of the Dragon 2012 – Thailand
January 6th, 2012 srmodh 431 views
The Thailand Post has issued a postage stamp featuring Dragon as a part of coming new year 2012.
The Dragon is one of the 12-year cycle of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar, and the only animal that is legendary. The Dragon is associated with potent and auspicious powers, particularly control over water, rainfall, hurricane, and floods. The dragon is also a symbol of power, strength, and good luck. With this, the Emperor of China usually uses the dragon as a symbol of his imperial power.
Year of Dragon 2012 – Philippines
January 6th, 2012 srmodh 453 views
The Philippine Postal Corporation recently came up with the New Year 2012: “Year Of The Dragon” stamps. The Dragon is one of the 12-year cycle of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar, and the only animal that is legendary. The Dragon is associated with potent and auspicious powers, particularly control over water, rainfall, hurricane, and floods. The dragon is also a symbol of power, strength, and good luck.
Year of the Dragon – Vietnam
January 2nd, 2012 srmodh 522 views
The Dragon, is one of the 12-year cycle of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar, and the only animal that is legendary. Dragon in Vietnamese called with different names “Thin” or “Long”. Traditionally, in Vietnam, Dragon has been respected & worshiped as a supernatural animal but quite close to every people & everywhere.
