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Travel/Culture December 2010

Smithsonian's 2010 Notable Books for Children In our annual tradition, we present some of the best that children's literature has to offer this year Read More » Explore More about Book Reviews » Harper; Barefoot Books; Carolholda Books Featured Articles ......................................................................................................................................................... Arcimboldo's Feast for the Eyes Renaissance artist Giuseppe Arcimboldo painted witty, even surreal portraits composed of fruits, vegetables, fish and trees Read More » VIDEO: Arcimboldo: More Than Meets the Eye » Our Top 10 Stories of 2010 From scientific mysteries to secrets from the Revolutionary War, here are the most-read stories on Smithsonian.com this year Read More » Catching the Bamboo Train Rural Cambodians cobbled old tank parts and scrap lumber into an ingenious way to get around Read More » VIDEO: Take a Ride on a Norry » Featured Comment "This is a fabulous piece -- wonderful photography with clear commentary." — commenter Marlene Bagdikian on the video, "Take a Ride on a Norry" From the Blogs Food and Think Fruitcake 101: A Concise Cultural History of This Loved and Loathed Loaf » Around the Mall Nothing is Hands-Free in the Hirshhorn's New Black Box » Think Fast George Frideric Handel's Messiah was first performed on April 13, 1742 in what city? London Dublin Glasgow Berlin *Answer at the bottom of this email -Advertisement- Explore Galápagos with Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Join Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic for a ship-based expedition to Galápagos, one of the most extraordinary places on earth. Walk with giant tortoises, swim with sea lions, plus kayak & snorkel. Every expedition is led by a team of expert naturalists for an unmatched understanding of "Darwin's laboratory." www.expeditions.com Discover Spain. A place to be experienced, not just visited. Experience Spain with Smithsonian.com and explore their unique culture. Support your favorite causes today A Giving Account® at the Fidelity® Charitable Gift Fund provides a simplified approach to charitable giving. Make a tax-deductible charitable contribution of cash, appreciated securities, non-publicly traded assets, and more by year-end. Learn More Mysteries of the Universe: Smithsonian Special Smithsonian Magazine presents over 100 pages of mysteries including Planet Hunters: looking for Earth-like planets, Einstein's Miracle, Next in Space: Future Probes and Landers and Much More! Order this Collector's Edition now! Find Your Route in Mexico From Mole and Wine to History and Culture, the Mexican Tourism Routes give travelers a convenient and interesting way to plan a trip to Mexico. Visit smithsonianmag.com/mexico to start researching your own route across Mexico! Join our Community: -Advertisement- Travel with Smithsonian

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(Think Fast Answer: Dublin) George Frideric Handel's Messiah burst onto the stage of Musick Hall in Dublin in 1742. The audience swelled to a record 700, as ladies had heeded pleas by management to wear dresses "without Hoops" in order to make "Room for more company."