Saturday, March 31, 2012

8 Largest Pyramids in the World


Modern and ancient pyramids come in many forms and sizes. To determine which is the largest pyramid one could compare their heights for example. At a height of 260 meters (85 feet), the Transamerica Pyramid would certainly be a serious candidate.
Many big pyramids however come with a very large base but are not very tall. A better measure of size therefore is probably the volume of a pyramid. The volume of a pyramid can be calculated by the following formula: Length_of_base * Width_of_base * Height * 1/3. This is 54 x 54 x 260 x 1/3 = 252,720 m³ for the Transamerica Pyramid, which isn’t even close enough to be included in our list of biggest pyramids.

So with this formula it shouldn’t be too difficult to find the largest pyramids in the world. Unfortunately it isn’t that easy. Many pyramids are not true smooth sided pyramids but stepped pyramids. Another problem is that some of the largest pyramids on earth are still not completely excavated.
8La Danta, El Mirador (0,9 million m³)
La Danta, El Mirador
El Mirador was a major Mayan city that flourished from about the 6th century BC, reaching a peak population of perhaps more than 8,000 people between the 3rd BC and the 1st century AD. After a hiatus of a few centuries further constructions were undertaken until the city was abandonment at the end of the 9th century. The ruins were rediscovered in 1926 but received little attention due to its remote location deep in the jungle of northern Guatemala. Today the site remains largely covered by tropical jungle and the two largest structures at El Mirador, the “El Tigre” complex and the “La Danta” complex, give the impression of two large hills.

The La Danta complex consists of a number of platforms. The lowest platform measures 310 by 590 meters (1017 by 1936 ft), is 7 meters (23 ft) high and supports a series of buildings. The next platform is about 190 by 240 meters (623 by 787 ft) and rises another 7 meters. Above that is another platform around 21 meters high (69 feet), which is topped off by three pyramids, the tallest of which is 21 meters high. At 70 meters (230 feet) the Danta Complex is somewhat higher than El Tigre (about 55 meters or 180 feet high) although La Danta incorporates a low natural hill.
According to some source the La Danta complex has a total volume of 2,800,000 cubic meters which would make it one of the largest structures in the word. The question is however, how accurate this calculation is and if the entire complex can be considered one single pyramid. One could argue that a part of the first platform should be excluded as it supports several buildings.
7Pyramid of the Sun (1,2 million m³)
Pyramid of the Sun
The Pyramid of the Sun is the largest building in Teotihuacán and one of the largest Pyramids in Mesoamerica. The name comes from the Aztecs, who visited the city of Teotihuacán centuries after it was abandoned. The pyramid was constructed in two phases. The first construction stage, around 100 AD brought the pyramid to nearly the size it is today. The second round of construction resulted in its completed size of 225 meters (733 feet) across and 75 meters (246 feet) high.
6Luxor Hotel (1,228 million m³)
Luxor Hotel
The Luxor Pyramid was among the first of a decade-long wave of new megaresorts to emerge on the Las Vegas Strip in the 1990s. Opened in 1993 after only eighteen months of construction, the Luxor debuted with 2,526 guest rooms, a gigantic casino area, a showroom, restaurants, and entertainment venues on its 2nd floor. At a base length of 183 meters (600 ft) and a height of 110 meters (350 ft) it is considerably smaller than its famous model, the Great Pyramid at Giza.
5Bent Pyramid (1,237 million m³)
Bent Pyramid
The Bent Pyramid located at Dahshur was the second pyramid built by pharaoh Sneferu. Mysteriously, the Egyptian pyramid rises from the desert at an angle of 55 degrees and then suddenly changes to a more gradual angle of 43 degrees. One theory holds that due to the steepness of the original angle the weight to be added above the inner chambers and passageways became too large, forcing the builders to adopt a shallower angle. The base of the pyramid is 188.6 meters (619 ft) and the height 101.1 meters (332 ft).
4Red Pyramid (1,69 million m³)
Red Pyramid
Built by Pharaoh Sneferu, the Red Pyramid is the world’s first successful attempt at constructing a true pyramid. The pyramid measures 220 by 220 meters (722 ft) and is 104 meters (341 ft) high. It was the largest pyramid in Egypt until the construction of the Giza pyramids. What really makes the Red Pyramid special today is the lack of crowds that plagues the Giza Plateau and the comparatively unregulated interior access.
3Great Pyramid of Cholula (1,8 million m³)
Great Pyramid of Cholula
The Great Pyramid of Cholula in Mexico appears to be a natural hill topped by a Catholic church. This is the “Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios” which was built by the Spanish in 1594 on the site of a pre-Hispanic temple. According to the Guinness Book of Records, this temple is in fact the largest pyramid ever constructed anywhere in the world, with a total volume estimated at over 4.45 million m³. This is based on a size off 450 by 450 meter (1476×1476 ft) and a height of 66 m (217 ft).
Closer examination of the site reveals a different volume however. The complex consists of several structures built on top of each other, starting from the 3rd century BC until the 9th century AD. The picture below shows a pyramid standing on a huge platform. The base of the pyramid itself is ‘only’ 295 by 270 meters (968 by 886 ft) which gives a much smaller volume, although the Cholulu Pyramid is still the third largest pyramid ever built.
Cholula Model
2Pyramid of Khafre (2,21 million m³)
Pyramid of Khafre
The Pyramid of Khafre is the second largest pyramid at Giza, after the Great Pyramid built by Khafre’s father Khufu. It appears to be slightly larger however as it is build at a higher elevation. The pyramid has a base length of 215.5 meter (706 ft) and originally rose to a height of 143.5 meter (471 ft) but is now 12 meters shorter. The most distinctive feature of Khafre’s Pyramid is the topmost layer of smooth stones that are the only remaining casing stones on a Giza Pyramid.
1Great Pyramid of Khufu (2,58 million m³)
The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the oldest and sole remnant of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Over 2 million blocks of stone were used to construct the pyramid, during a 20 year period concluding around 2560 BC. The pyramid is 230 meters (755 ft) in length and an awe-inspiring 139 meters (455 feet) high (originally 146.5 meters or 480.6 ft). So in the end, after reviewing all the biggest pyramids the Great Pyramid of Khufu remains the largest pyramid ever built.

7 Top Spa Retreats around the World


There is nothing that can compare to the absolute decadence of relaxing in one of the top spa hotels or day spas and indulging in a pampering regimen of soaks, wraps, massages and facials. Here is a list of arguably the top spa on each continent – so no matter where you find yourself, a day of blissful indulgence or a quick pick-me-up is just around the corner.

7Stoke Park Spa
Stoke Park Spa
Consistently rated as one of Europe’s finest spas and always in the top ten in the UK, Stoke Park is a luxury hotel set in nearly 400 acres of parkland and historic gardens. With so many pampering treatments on offer, as well as excellent facilities, this is certainly one of the top spa hotels UK wide. Relax in the five meter tropical atrium, be soothed in the hydro-seat Jacuzzi or unwind in the beautiful steam rooms constructed from Italian marble.

6Spa of Colonial Williamsburg
Spa of Colonial Williamsburg
The Spa at Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia USA is something special. In a country manor setting, their signature treatments incorporate an interpretation of 17th century Powhatan Indian health practices, all while supporting the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, a charity that operates to preserve the historic capital city.
5Cygalle Healing Spa
Cygalle Healing Spa
Staying in the America’s the Cygalle Healing Spa at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic gives new meaning to the term ‘holistic’ – gardens onsite provide ingredients used in their body treatments and products, which are made up immediately before application, treatments can be carried out on the beach in private gazebos and all masseuses are trained by the world-renowned Leslie Bruder.
4Pepper Mineral Springs Retreat
Pepper Mineral Springs Retreat
The award-winning Pepper Mineral Springs Retreat offers one of Australia’s most acclaimed spa days. In this rural haven you can experience the Southern hemisphere’s only lavender-infused basalt stone sauna, indulge in a Pevonia Botanica signature treatment and take high tea in tranquil and idyllic surroundings.
3Chiva-Som
Chiva-Som
In Asia there are almost too many spa hotels and spa days to choose from, all offering variations of an east meets west philosophy with holistic treatments and traditional therapies. The Chiva-Som in Thailand is a haven of relaxation set against a backdrop of sparkling turquoise sea and golden sandy beaches. Try the signature Salt Scrub or an Oriental Foot Ritual.
2Spa Hotel Levitunturi
Spa Hotel Levitunturi
Travelling further north to the Arctic regions, touted as one of the most northern spa hotels in the world, Spa Hotel Levitunturi offers 17 pools of various sizes and temperatures as well as special saunas, aqua fitness and separate pools and activities for the children. Located in Finnish Lapland, the spa has several outdoor jacuzzi’s and pools; and there is arguably no better experience than floating in a cocoon of warm water surrounded by the snowy landscape of Lapland.
1Le Boreal
#1 of Spa Retreats Around The World
Finally, Antarctica… although only 200,000 people have set foot on this continent and there are no spa days or spa hotels to be found here, do not despair! When travelling to this icy continent the voyage is made by expedition or cruise ships and if careful about the choice of ship then there is no need to forgo the luxury of hot stone massage or soak in the hot tub. Le Boreal is an expedition ship with a difference, elegant accommodation, gourmet cuisine, library, heated pool, salon, fitness center and of course the spa and steam rooms; allowing guests to embark on a genuine adventure in comfort and style.

Khloe Kardashian Blasts Reports Her Marriage Is In Trouble


 Khloe Kardashian is blasting reports that her marriage to NBA player Lamar Odom    is in trouble.
The 27-year-old reality star tweeted a link to a GossipCop article that called out a Starmagazine report that her marriage to Odom was on the rocks. Star magazine had reported that Khloe is depressed because she hasn't been able to get pregnant and alleged that Odom cheated on her at a D.C. strip club when he " disappeared into a private room with a stripper."
"Save the drama for your mama baby! LOL," Khloe tweeted in response to the allegations. When a fan told Khloe how upset they were about the divorce rumors,she responded, " it shows you how sick people are. They would rather have pain then love ... Sad world."
Despite tying the knot after just a few weeks of dating, Khloe and Lamar celebrated their second anniversary in September and are believed to have one of Hollywood's strongest marriages.

Britney Spears Puts Wedding Plans on Hold? (VIDEO)

Britney Spears Jason Trawick



britney Spears is allegedly postponing her wedding because she's upset with fiance Jason Trawick and his "controlling ways."

Become a “Tinsel” Star! Your Chance to Audition for a Role on M-Net’s Hit Drama Series

Yes, you heard us right, M-Net is scouting for new faces for the Tinsel show as part of its contribution to the development of local initiatives and productions in Nigeria. The aim of this audition is to provide an opportunity for talented Nigerians to live their dreams of starring in the popular soap opera and launch their acting careers to a continental audience.
Audition Info
Aspiring Nigerian actors and actresses should come to Protea Hotel, Maryland, Lagos on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th April 2012 by 7 AM Daily for the audition. You are advised to bring along a Five-by-Seven (5×7) colour portrait photograph of your self.
Date: Wednesday 4th – Thursday 5th April 2012
Time: 7 AM – 5 PM Daily
Venue: Protea Hotel (Leadway), 1 Mogambo Close, Maryland Estate, Ikeja, Lagos
More About Tinsel
Tinsel has become a must watch for millions of DStv audiences on the African continent; a development that prompted M-Net to air previous seasons of the show on AfricaMagic and Silverbird TV to the delight of many television viewers. Tinsel is shot on location in Nigeria as part of the local investment drive of M-Net to develop the entertainment industry in the country. The very popular soap opera has gone on to air five times a week on M-Net 102.

PHOTO OF THE DAY!!!


  Prof. Dibu Ojerinde, displaying handsets-embedded slippers smuggled into halls by some candidates at last Saturday's UTME exams in Abuja.na wa naija with new level of cheating in an exam hall..

Sauce Kid On Afro BuzzUK’s VoxAfrica Interviews

VoxAfrica UK hosts a special segment “Afro Buzz” where they get the scoop on the hottest African artists on the planet.
In this interview, they called on Nigeria’s very own Sinzu, Sauce Kid. Sauce Kid has been everywhere this year and on his steady journey into brighter limelight, he talks about what he’s got to offer us this year. Enjoy!

2face Idibia set to release new album - Away and Beyond

The new album will be formally launched at his Buckwyld n Breathless - Away & Beyond Concert, which will hold on the 30th of April at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos.

Top Model Bisi Rahaman Weds Bonny James Olong

The top model, designer and former beauty queen (Miss Malaika 2002) married her man of many years, Bonny James Olong at the Ikoyi registry on friday. The traditional and church wedding took place this weekend. Wishing them many happy years ahead.love you guyzzz..it was fun all the way i was there so watchout for more pix..

Jennifer Lopez vs. Brooklyn Decker — Fashion Faceoff


Neon is the perfect trend for getting a gal noticed on the red carpet, and Michael Kors' long-sleeve hot pink gown certainly fits the bill! But who would have guessed that two of Hollywood's hottest bodies would choose the exact same so-bright-you've-gotta-wear-shades garment just 10 months apart? You know what that means: It's time for us to decide ... who wore it best?

Jennifer Lopez
  


Brooklyn Decker 
Jennifer, 42, rocked the dress during "American Idol" in L.A. on March 22. Always one to heap on the jewelry, the "AI" judge added a black Hermes cuff, hoop earrings, black Gucci platform sandals, and a sleek ponytail.
Brooklyn, 24, sported the look at the Met Gala in NYC way back on May 2, 2011. The model-turned-actress let her gown do all the talking, and finished off her look with a silver clutch and nude strappy heels also by Kors.
I think we can all agree that Lopez is hot in almost anything! Here, the "On the Floor" singer's gown shows off her svelte physique (although the fabric does gather a little at the waist) and it really compliments her dark hair and complexion. Not so fast, though, J.Lo! The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover model of 2010 was also stunning in the design that hugged her curves in all the right places. She even has an advantage over her competition, because she opted for minimal accessories and simple hair and makeup to go with her attention-grabbing dress. For that reason, I declare Brooklyn the winner! Do you agree?

Top 10 Long Hairstyles

Long hairstyles reign supreme when it comes to looking sexy. Here are the long hairstyles that are making us green with envy.

Jennifer Lawrence


The Hunger Games' Jennifer Lawrence needed those long locks for her character's signature side braid. But we personally love when this up-and-comer goes blonde with soft, wispy waves. Long hair tends to have more breakage, so to keep stragglers in place, try John Freida Touch-Up Flyaway Tamer ($5.99, target.com).


Nina Dobrev 

Who doesn't envy The Vampire Diaries' Nina Dobrev's long, flowing strands, whether they're down or in an intricate fishtail braid? She's revealed that the secret to her healthy hair is the result of advice that came from her mother. Use a hair mask every third wash. We love the MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask ($41, beautycollection).

Blake Lively

There is no denying that Blake Lively's long golden locks always have volume! To get soft waves like this Gossip Girl star, wrap large sections of dry hair around a 1.5 inch curling iron. Then, spritz with Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray ($39, barneys.com) to create voluminous haphazard waves.

Julia Roberts

Julia Roberts has always been known for her long, sexy hair ever since her Pretty Woman days. A trick to steal from this hair icon: by parting her hair in the middle at the Mirror Mirror premiere, she dressed down her perfectly primped curls for a spring bohemian look.

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift has long perfect curls, but what we love most about them is that they also straighten out so perfectly. To get that smooth texture, use Trésemmé Smoothing Créme ($4.99, ulta.com) on towel-dried hair. Rub a few drops on ends to protect from breakage. 


Shailene Woodley

Shailene Woodley
We love how The Descendants actress always has such carefree piecey waves. To recreate, braid your hair the night before, let loose in the morning and spritz with Aquage Sea Salt Texturizing Spray ($18, drugstore.com).



Kim Kardashian

 Kim Kardashian
Kim K has always had Rapunzel-esque hair but her new blunt bangs add dimension and edge. Be sure to flat-iron bangs and spray them with Ion Dry Shampoo ($5.59, sallybeauty.com) to counteract the shine from the heat.

Carrie Underwood
 Carrie Underwood
A trick to keeping strands from looking limp is layers. Carrie Underwood always has long layers throughout her hair to beef it up. We also love her soft side bangs that compliment her long face.



Maya Rudolph

 Maya Rudolph
The Bridesmaids actress went for big, billowy curls instead of her normally straight hair for the 2012 Academy Awards. When using a curling iron, spritz your strands with a heat protectant spray, such as Oscar Blandi Dry Styling Heat Protect Spray ($23, macys.com), to combat heat and boost shine.



Demi Lovato

 Demi Lovato
It is never easy to keep long locks like Demi Lovato's healthy after repeated dye jobs that reap hair of hydration. Use Avon Advance Techniques Professional Hair Color ($7.99, shop.avon.com) for a gentle at-home dye job that'll keep moisture in your hair. 

PHOTO OF THE DAY

Syrian refugees


 Syrians by the thousands are fleeing the violence in their home country and seeking refuge in neighboring countries. Turkey this week is said to be considering a buffer zone in Syria to secure its own national security as well as aid fleeing civilians. Turkey is already sheltering some 17,000 of those who have fled. The British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said Tuesday that nearly 10,000 people have been killed in the yearlong conflict in Syria. A cease-fire agreement accepted by Syria Tuesday that was drawn up by United Nations envoy Kofi Annan was met with skepticism, and fighting continued between rebels and President Bashar Assad’s soldiers. -- Lloyd Young (32 photos total)

Syrian refugees are seen through a barbed wire as they arrive at border between Syria and Turkey, near Reyhanli, Hatay province, on March 27. Syrian President Bashar Assad's crackdown on dissent, which monitors say has seen more than 9,100 people killed since March 2011, triggered an influx of refugees on the Turkish border as officials say the current number exceeds 17,000. (Adem Altan/AFP/Getty Images)



A Syrian refugee boy enters his tent at Reyhanli refugee camp in Hatay province on the Turkish-Syrian border late March 17. Over the past few weeks, the number of Syrians crossing has increased dramatically with an average of 200 to 300 now coming into Turkey every day. This week 1,000 crossed in just 24 hours, the highest number since the first wave of refugees last summer. Around 15,000 registered Syrian refugees now live in tented camps inside Turkey, making up almost half of the 34,000 people the United Nations estimates to have fled Syria since the start of the conflict a year ago. (Murad Sezer/Reuters) 


A Syrian child is seen with her family who fled from the Syrian town of Qusair near Homs, at the Lebanese-Syrian border village of Qaa, eastern Lebanon, on March 5. More than a thousand Syrian refugees have poured across the border into Lebanon, among them families with small children carrying only plastic bags filled with their belongings as they fled a regime hunting down its opponents. (Hussein Malla/Associated Press)


A Turkish soldier searches a young Syrian refugee at a border crossing near Reyhanli, Turkey on March 20. The number of Syrian refugees living in border camps in Turkey is now approximately 17,000. (Burhan Ozbilici/Associated Press)


A Syrian boy who fled the violence in Syria wears a headband in the colors of the pre-Baath Syrian flag as he stands in a shelter housing refugees in the Lebanese city of Arsal in the Bekaa Valley on March 26. United Nations Arab League envoy Kofi Annan said that only Syrians could determine President Bashar-al-Assad's fate and called for the rival sides to negotiate an end to the conflict. (Joseph Eid/AFP/Getty Images)


Syrian refugees walk on the Syrian side of the Turkish Syrian border at Reyhanli in Antakya, on March 14 as they attempt to cross into Turkey. International mediator Kofi Annan called for an immediate halt to the killing of civilians in Syria as he arrived in Turkey for talks on the crisis. Activists said that the Syrian army launched a new assault in the restive northern province of Idlib and the city itself, where residents are suffering "indescribable" humanitarian conditions. (Bulent Kilic/AFP/Getty Images)


Syrian refugees hide their face as they arrive near the border between Syria and Turkey at Reyhanli in Antakya on March 15. Some 1,000 Syrian refugees, including a defecting general, crossed into Turkey in 24 hours, braving land mines placed to stop them by Syrian troops, Turkish officials said today. The head of the Turkish Red Crescent meanwhile warned that the number of Syrians arriving in Turkey could reach half a million if President Bashar Assad’s regime keeps up its year-long crackdown on dissent. (Bulent Kilic/AFP/Getty Images)

Turkish soldiers patrol around the Reyhanli refugee camp in Hatay on March 25. (Osman Orsal/Reuters)

Syrian refugees in their camp near the border in Reyhanli, Turkey onMarch 19, 2012. The number of Syrian refuges fleeing violence in their country is now more than 16,000. (Burhan Ozbilici/Associated Press)


Syrian children attend a class at a makeshift classroom at the Boynuyogun refugee camp on the Turkish-Syrian border in Hatay province on February 8. (Murad Sezer/Reuters)


Syrian refugee children use computers during a class at the refugee camp in Yayladagi on March 26. Turkey is home to a growing number of Syrian refugees fleeing the more than year-old unrest raging in its neighbor. Officials said the total figure has slightly exceeded 17,000 against about 9,500 only two months ago. (Adem Altan/AFP/Getty Images)


A Syrian boy plays at a makeshift kindergarten at the Boynuyogun refugee camp on the Turkish-Syrian border in Hatay province February on 8. Some 10,000 refugees are now registered in tented camps and the number is rising steadily. At least 2,000 more live outside, either with relatives or in rented accommodation. One tent serves as a makeshift art classroom and exhibition space for the camp's children. Drawings, paintings and sketches line the tent's walls while dozens sit on a table in the middle of the room. (Murad Sezer/Reuters)


Laundry hangs from a fence at Reyhanli refugee camp in Hatay province on the Turkish-Syrian border March on 19. (Murad Sezer/Reuters)


Syrian refugees who fled the violence back home are seen at a camp near Zakho, an Iraqi border town with Syria, on March 15. The camp houses nearly 100 Syrian Kurdish families who have fled the fighting since the uprising in Syria, according to regional Kurdish officials. (Azad Lashkari/Reuters)


Syrian refugee children look at a bird in a cage at the Red Crescent camp in Boynuyogun village, Hatay region on March 25. The Boynuyogun camp, holds some 2,000 Syrian refugees accommodated in 600 tents fleeing the more than a year old unrest with officials saying the total figure of people who have fled Syria has slightly exceeded 17,000. (Adem Altan/AFP/Getty Images)


Friends carry an injured Syrian refugee inside their camp in Reyhanli, Turkey on March 20. (Burhan Ozbilici/Associated Press)


Syrian refugees stroll at Reyhanli refugee camp in Hatay province on the Turkish-Syrian border on March 15. A government offensive in Syria's northwest has sharply increased the flow of refugees into Turkey, with about a thousand crossing in the last 24 hours, Turkish officials said on Thursday. The numbers fleeing was expected to grow further as long as fighting continued around the town of Idlib, close to the Turkish border, one Turkish official said; but he declined to say how many more Turkey was expecting. (Jonathon Burch/Reuters)


A wheelchair bound Syrian refugee waits outside the field hospital at the Red Crescent camp in Boynuyogun village, Hatay region on March 25. The Boynuyogun camp, holds some 2,000 Syrian refugees accommodated in 600 tents fleeing the more than a year old unrest with officials saying the total figure of people who have fled Syria has slightly exceeded 17,000. (Adem Altan/AFP/Getty Images)


Syrian refugee children stand outside their tent at Reyhanli refugee camp in Hatay province on the Turkish-Syrian border on March 15. (Jonathon Burch/Reuters)


Syrian refugee children play on swings at the refugee camp in Yayladagi on on March 26. Turkey is home to a growing number of Syrian refugees fleeing the more than year-old unrest raging in its neighbor. Officials said the total figure has slightly exceeded 17,000 against about 9,500 only two months ago. (Adam Altan/AFP/Getty Images)


A Syrian family who fled the violence in Baba Amr neighborhood, in the flashpoint city of Homs, eats dinner in their room during a power outage at a school which is converted to a refugee center in the area of Wadi Khaled on the Lebanese-Syrian border northern Lebanon on March 15. According to United Nations and local officials more than 1,500 Syrians, mainly women and children, have crossed into Lebanon in recent weeks. (Joseph Eid/AFP/Getty Images)


Syrian refugees walk through woods helped by rebels from the Free Syrian Army as they attempt to cross the northwestern part of the Syrian border with neighboring Turkey, on March 18 a year after a revolt against President Bashar Assad’s regime erupted. (Giorgos Moutafis/AFP/Getty Images)


Artwork is seen on a tent wall at the Syrian refugee Red Crescent camp in Boynuyogun village, Hatay region on March 25. The Boynuyogun camp, holds some 2,000 Syrian refugees accommodated in 600 tents fleeing the more than a year old unrest with officials saying the total figure of people who have fled Syria has slightly exceeded 17,000. (Adem Altan/AFP/Getty Images)


A member of Free Syrian Army gives some food to a Syrian refugee family as they wait to cross to Turkey at the border between Syria and Turkey on March 26. Syrian official media reported that Syrian border guards clashed with a group, seeking to enter the restive northwestern province of Idlib from Turkey, a number of whom were killed and wounded, while others fled to Turkey. (Ricardo Garcia/AFP/Getty Images)


A Syrian girl who fled the violence in the Syrian town of Qusayr looks out of the window of a bus upon arrival to the Lebanese city of Arsal in the Bekaa Valley after crossing through Lebanon's northern border with Syria on March 26. (Joseph Eid/AFP/Getty Images)


A Syrian girl who fled the violence in Syria sleeps with a doll at a shelter housing refugees in the Lebanese city of Arsal in the Bekaa Valley on March 26. (Joseph Eid/AFP/Getty Images)


A refugee who fled the violence in Syria carries refreshments at her temporary home ahead of International Women's Day at the Al Hussein Palestinian refugees camp in Amman on March 7. (Ali Jarekji/Reuters)


A refugee who fled with his family from the violence in Syria, stands at his temporary home during a visit by a French delegation in Tripoli, northern Lebanon on March 14. (Omar Ibrahim/Reuters)


Syrian refugees receive blankets from a Qatari charity organization in Amman, Jordan on March 17. (Ali Jarekji/Reuters)


A Syrian family of refugees have lunch in their tent at Boynuyogun refugee camp in Hatay province on the Turkish-Syrian border on March 16. Turkey said it might set up a "buffer zone" inside Syria to protect refugees fleeing President Bashar Assad's forces, raising the prospect of foreign intervention in the year-long revolt. (Murad Sezer/Reuters)


Mohammad (12) a Syrian refugee wearing a scarf with the colors of the Syrian Independence flag, stands outside of Reyhanli refugee camp in Hatay province on the Turkish-Syrian border on March 17. Over the past few weeks, the number of Syrians crossing has increased dramatically with an average of 200 to 300 now coming into Turkey every day. This week 1,000 crossed in just 24 hours, the highest number since the first wave of refugees last summer. Around 15,000 registered Syrian refugees now live in tented camps inside Turkey, making up almost half of the 34,000 people the United Nations estimates to have fled Syria since the start of the conflict a year ago. (Murad Sezer/Reuters)


Syrian refugees arrive into Qaa village, in northern Lebanon on March 4. Up to 2,000 refugees fleeing violence in Syria are crossing the border into northern Lebanon, according to a spokesman for the United Nations. (Afif Diab/Reuters)