twin cities?
how does a town or city benefit from being twinned with another? how do they chose a twin city?
Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt in Munich Germany
Marienplatz (en: Mary’s Square) is a central square in the city center of Munich, Germany since 1158. In the Middle Ages markets and tournaments were held in this city square. The Glockenspiel in the new city hall was inspired by these tournaments, and draws millions of tourists a year. Marienplatz was named after the Mariensäule, a Marian column erected in its centre in 1638 to celebrate the end of Swedish occupation. It is home to Munich’s Old City Hall (Altes Rathaus) and the New City Hall (Neues Rathaus). Munich’s old city hall is the most easterly building on the square. It’s a gothic council hall and ballroom and tower, which have been reconstructed. The New City Hall was built 1867 – 1909 in Flanders gothic style; its facade, over 300 feet in length, features strikingly elaborate stone ornamentation. Its 260-foot tower with carillon is, with the nearby St. Peter’s Church and the twin towers of the Cathedral, one of the most distinctive features of the city’s skyline.” explains muenchen.de, which also ranks Marienplatz as one of the top ten sites in Munich. The Viktualienmarkt is a daily food market and a square in the center of Munich, Germany. The Viktualienmarkt developed from an original farmers’ market to a popular market for gourmets. The selection, variety and exclusiveness of the products offered contribute to the market’s special flair. On an area covering 22.000m², 140 stalls and shops offer flowers, exotic fruit, game, poultry, spices, cheese, fish …
World Trade Center 1 / 1 / 00
A sight of the World Trade Center in New York, at the dawn of the 21st century. Filmed on Jan 1, 2000, looking down 7th Ave South from about 10th St, Manahattan.
Twin Peaks, San Francisco
footage of and from Twin Peaks. featuring tourists, dog-walkers, cyclists and the Golden Gate Bridge. SF0033_4
Xcel Smokestack Detonation
The Hippies win. Ironically this releases MORE toxic stuff into the air than the smoke stack (smoke factory) normally does. I think it’s a smoke factory, or an energy plant, It’s in St. Paul Twin Cities Xcel owns it. It was blown up detonated dynamite celebrate 4th of July America.
Take off from Vancouver on West Coast Air – to Victoria
Amazing flight from Vancouver to Victoria and you are lucky enough to watch my takeoff…smooth as silk the whole way.
New York City – Before And After 911 – WTC Attack – Tribute
This Video Is Lovingly And Heartedly Dedicated To Those Who Lost Their Lives On The September 11 , 2001 Attack , And To Their Family And Friends . Here You Can Watch Different Angles Of Direct Hits Of The Planes To The Twin Towers – WORLD TRADE CENTER . The Lyrics On The Music Was Put Up Too , So You Can Relate To The Songs As You Watch The Video . In the Arms Of The Angel By Sarah McLachlan – You Raise Me Up By Josh Groban .You Can Sing-Along To The Music As The Lyrics Appear On The Screen . Lets Not Forget The Most Unforgettable Event In The American History . The Land Of Free And The Home Of The Brave . GOD Bless America – GOD Bless Us All !!!
Belly Button Pierced ?!?
Hey,
I Am 13-14 This year, and my parents said i am allowed to get it done.
i can tolerate the pain. but i just want to know how much. On a scale to 1 to 10, and will i regret it later? and i live in Wodonga, Australia. and i want to get it done at twin city tattoo, how much will it cost and if you know. is that a good place to get it done 
Thanks
Rachael