n["giant'scastlegamereserve"][0]="Giant's Castle Game Reserve|South Africa|sf|Africa";
n["giant'scastlegamereserve"][1]="Giant's Castle Game Reserve is one of the oldest parks in South Africa. It was established in 1903 to preserve the area's high lands. The park's lowest point sits at 1300 meters and it includes peaks up to 3280 m.|The environment mainly consists of rugged mountains and the reserve is home to the rare lammergeyer. The best place to see the birds is at Lammergeyer Hide, where they are fed during the weekends in the summer months. There are numerous rock paintings throughout the area, with Main Cave and Battle Cave being the most important.|There are several hiking trails in the reserve, but if you plan to stay somewhere overnight you must register with the warden. Guided horse rides can be arranged. There are three areas where you can camp, apart from various huts and caves. They are Hillside, Injasuti Camp and main camp. The nearest town of any size is Estcourt.";
n["gibraltarmuseum"][0]="Gibraltar Museum|Gibraltar|gi|United Kingdom";
n["gibraltarmuseum"][1]="The Gibraltar Museum has good displays on Rock's history, architecture and militairy events. It also boasts a well-preserved Muslim bathhouse and a detailed model of the Rock. The model dates from the 1860's. Some British fortifications, gates and gun emplacements can be seen in the center of town, not far from the museum. Little remains of the Spanish and Islamic buildings in Gibraltar, as they were destroyed during the sieges in the 18th century.";
n["gijón"][0]="Gijón|Spain|sp|Europe";
n["gijón"][1]="Gijón is a relaxed town on Spain's northern coast. The Romans founded it and nowadays it is one of the most important seaports in Spain. The city offers a wide variety of cultural events.|There are numerous hotels, restaurants and bars around town, as well as several campsites. Gijón has rail and road connections with the rest of Spain. The city is in Asturias, 385 km northwest of Madrid. UNESCO has declared Gijón a Patrimony of the Humanity.";
n["gilariver"][0]="Gila River|United States|us|North America";
n["gilariver"][1]="The Gila River is 1,014 km (630 miles) long. It rises in the mountains of western New Mexico and flows west across Arizona to the Colorado River at Yuma, Arizona. The San Francisco River is its main tributary.|The Gila valley was occupied by the ancestors of the Pima and Papago ethnic groups, who farmed the region by irrigation. The ruins of their dwellings are preserved in Casa Grande Ruins and Gila Cliff Dwellings national monuments. In the river's headwater region are Gila National Forest and the government-preserved 'unimproved' Gila Wilderness Area. The Gila and its tributaries have many dams to provide flood control, hydroelectricity and water for irrigation in the arid Southwest. Coolidge and Painted Rock dams are the largest dams on the Gila River. Gila monsters, poisonous reptiles, are numerous in the Gila valley.";
n["gilgit"][0]="Gilgit|Pakistan|pk|Asia";
n["gilgit"][1]="Gilgit is the capital of Pakistan's Northern Areas. Apart from the bazaar, there is little of interest for travelers, but it is a good place to stay if you want to explore the nearby mountains or the numerous historical ruins that dot the countryside. Accommodation is available in Gilgit. The city is 275 km north of Islamabad and it is possible to fly there depending on the weather conditions. The flight over the mountainous area is spectacular. It is also possible to get to Gilgit by bus, minibus or jeep.";
n["giliislands"][0]="Gili Islands|Indonesia|id|Asia";
n["giliislands"][1]="The Gilis are a popular destination for people who like the basic pleasures of sun, sand, snorkeling and socializing. The islands are small and surrounded by coral reefs and there are no cars or motorbikes and hawkers are unheard of. The Gilis' popularity sometimes causes shortages of accommodation and raises environmental pressure. Problems with waste disposal and the supply of fresh water sometimes occur.|Most accommodation on the Gili Islands consists of simple bungalows. Shuttle boats connect the islands with each other and with Lombok. Since the Gilis' population is mostly Muslim, visitors should keep their shoulders and knees covered. On the beach this is not necessary of course, although nude swimming and topless sunbathing (for women) should be avoided. The Gili Islands are only several kilometers off Lombok's western coast, about 1050 km east of Jakarta.";
n["gippsland"][0]="Gippsland|Australia|as|Oceania";
n["gippsland"][1]="Gippsland is a fertile undulating region, east of Melbourne. The towns along the Latrobe Valley are off little interest to travelers, as that region forms Victoria's industrial heartland. The rest of Gippsland is very scenic and boasts forests, including pockets of rainforest, mountain ranges, dairy farms and a beautiful coastline.|The Grand Ridge Road is a narrow country lane that runs along the ridge of the Strzelecki Ranges. It is one of the most spectacular roads in the region. In the western part of Gippsland is the gourmet trail, where you'll find numerous fruit and berry orchards, cheese factories and trout farms. Walhalla in the north is the region's most interesting former gold-mining town. The Snowy River, Croajingolong, Errinundra and Coopracambra national parks in the Wilderness Coast area of eastern Gippsland are four of Victoria's most spectacular and remote national parks. Large parts of that region have never been cleared for agriculture. There are temperate rainforests and alpine gorges, as well as numerous un-spoilt beaches and inlets. There are possibilities for bush walking, canoeing and river-rafting. The gateway to the four parks is the town of Orbost. In the middle of Croajingolong is the fishing resort of Mallacoota.|Accommodation is available in many towns across Gippsland.";
n["girona"][0]="Girona (Gerona)|Spain|sp|Europe";
n["girona"][1]="Girona, or Gerona, is a beautiful, historic city. Its old Jewish Quarter is one of its major sights.|There are many hotels and restaurants in Girona. The city is in Catalunya, 585 km northeast of Madrid.";
n["gisenyi"][0]="Gisenyi|Rwanda|rw|Africa";
n["gisenyi"][1]="Gisenyi is a town of great contrasts. On the frontage of Lake Kivu are numerous beautiful villas, owned by rich Rwandans and expatriates, while, higher on the hillside is an African township of shacks and shanties.|Overall it's a pleasant town to stay, but everything is quite expensive. The beach is good and there are all sorts of water sports facilities. There are several hotels and restaurants in Gisenyi. The minibus station is next to the market, in the north of town, while the airport is 1 kilometer west of the center. Ferries across Lake Kivu operate between Gisenyi and several other towns on the lake. Gisenyi is on the northern shore of Lake Kivu, 95 km northwest of Kigali, on the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.";
n["gitega"][0]="Gitega|Burundi|by|Africa";
n["gitega"][1]="he second largest town in Burundi is Gitega 65 km east of Bujumbura. This is the town where the National Museum is located. The museum is not very big, but it is worth the visit.|About 10 km from Gitega, in Gishola, so-called Tambourinaires sometimes perform. You can find out at the museum if they are. There is no public transport between the two towns, but the Mission Catholique has a guesthouse where you might stay.";
n["giza"][0]="Giza|Egypt|eg|Africa";
n["giza"][1]="The 18 km wide area of Giza lies on the west bank of the Nile. It includes the site of the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre (better known as Cheops; and the biggest of the three) and Menkaure, all built between 2600 and 2520 BC. These pyramids have been considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World since Greek times; it is an overwhelming feeling standing in front of them, you will get a feeling of being very small and vulnerable. The site can be very hot and crowded during the day. Every evening a light and sound show is displayed which attracts many people as well, so the best time to visit is early in the morning.
The pyramids can be visited inside, but they are closed every several years for preservation, so only one or two pyramids can be visited at any time. You can go to the burial chamber in the center of the pyramids, but a separate ticket has to be purchased for that. Camel rides around the site can be made, but beware of scams. The camel riders will often raise there price during the ride and won't let you off the camel unless you pay first.|The pyramids are build of blocks of rock weighing 2500 kg each. For the Cheops pyramid 2,300,000 such blocks where used.|Walking from the pyramids towards the Temple of Chefren you will pass the 20 m high and 73.5 m long Sphinx of Giza.
Egyptian sphinxes are always male, with a human head on a lion body.|There is a number of smaller pyramids and temples on the site.|The Solar Boat Museum is next to the Cheops pyramid and houses a collection of ancient boats, including what is regarded as the world's oldest boat, that served to carry the pharaoh into the next world.";
n["giza"][2]="-29.52|31.20|116|n/a|n/a|2|y|2 (Cairo)|20";
n["giza"][3]="13.3|0.5|21.1|0.3|28.3|0|24.2|n/a";