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  UM WEBSITE: News & Rumours   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Hurakan Condor will be inaugurated (probably) at May 18th by an international actor.
According to the rumors, the Hurakan Condor Grand Opening will be the May 1st, 2005, when Port Aventura celebrate her 10th anniversary.
HURAKAN CONDOR is the new free-fall for Port Aventura 2005, presented yesterday in Port Aventura.
www.umwebsite.com /pags-eng/4noticias.htm   (423 words)

  
 Hurakan - Demons, Demonology, and Evil in the Americas
The chief gods took counsel; they were Hurakan, Gucumatz, the serpent covered with green feathers, and Xpiyacoc and Xmucane, the mother and father gods.
Then by the will of Hurakan, the Heart of Heaven, the waters were swollen, and a great flood came upon the mannikins of wood.
Because they had not thought on Hurakan, therefore the face of the earth grew dark, and a pouring rain commenced, raining by day and by night.
www.deliriumsrealm.com /delirium/mythology/hurakan.asp   (503 words)

  
 Meso-American Cat Names
Even so, he was the faithful and honorable friend of Hurakan, the Mayan god of creation.
Hurakan liked the idea, and since he knew how to go about doing such things he got right to it.
Hurakan didn't like this one bit, so to punish the hapless creatures he cursed them all to a life of eating each other or being eaten themselves.
www.geocities.com /Heartland/Estates/6913/mesoam.htm   (3712 words)

  
 Maya mythology - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Meaning "night jaguar," he was the second of the men created from maize after the Great Flood sent by Hurakan.
Meaning "jaguar with the sweet smile," was the first of the men created from maize after the Great Flood sent by Hurakan.
Meaning "moon jaguar," he was the third of the men created from maize after the Great Flood sent by Hurakan.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Maya_mythology   (2194 words)

  
 Pop Occulture: Hurakan, the Hurricane God   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
I recently discovered that the origin of our word "hurricane" actually comes from the name of a Mayan storm god, "Hurakan." This seems pretty unusual, since I'm really not able to name probably a single other Mayan god, let alone one which has penetrated our language like that.
Delusions of Grandeur, with their excellent demonology section, is where I initially learned about Hurakan, who is also spelled Hurrican, Huracan, & Harakan.
They have a description of Hurakan's role in the creation epics of the Mayas.
www.timboucher.com /journal/2004/09/hurakan-hurricane-god.html   (266 words)

  
 The Popul Vuh, by Lewis Spence
The inclusion of an Antillean deity (Hurakan) in their pantheon practically proves that they were, and their relative proximity to the Caribs--the great maritime race of America--leads to the assumption that they may have been influenced by those roving merchants and sailors more or less profoundly.
Hurakan was in all likelihood derived from an original deity of the Antilles.[4] The term 11 hurricane " is said to have originated from the name of this god, and although the direct evidence for this is scanty, other circumstances place the connection beyond reasonable doubt.
Hurakan is also alluded to in the "Popol Vuh," as "The Strong Serpent," and "He who hurls below, referring to his presence in the lightning.
www.sacred-texts.com /nam/pvuheng.htm   (10176 words)

  
 Spanish company to build a large fun park in Tabriz, Iran
The agreement stipulates that Hurakan will build the fun park on a 400-acre land which is currently used as a city park.
Hurakan is to build five hotels, a zoo, an aquarium, motor and horse racing fields, winter sports hall, fishing and boating pools, etc, on the 400-acre land.
It was also learned that Hurakan has to hand over to Tabriz municipality a detailed plan of the project within 45 days as of today for final confirmation.
www.payvand.com /news/04/may/1119.html   (177 words)

  
 Welcome to Hurakan's homepage
The Hurakan is a huge winged daemon that rides on the winds of storms like hurricanes and tornadoes.
HURAKAN (Maya) God of thunderstorms and the whirlwind.
His name gave us the word "hurricane." At the behest of his friend Gucumatz, son of the Sun and the Moon, Hurakan created the world, the animals, men and fire.
members.tripod.com /hurakan_2/index.htm   (253 words)

  
 Episode 48 When rogues fight back
It seems some other adventurers, Odin, Bait and Hurakan have recently been to Khaldun and were recovering at the Delucia healers.
Hurakan tries to escape, but I had already stolen his recall regs...
Hurakan runs across the bridge and finally drops to the poison.
looter.4t.com /48.htm   (688 words)

  
 IOACentral: Discussion Boards - Themed IntaminMultidropTower:HurakanCondor: PA'05   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Hurakan Condor is the name of the ride.
Ocean83 and I have noticed the music from the Hurakan Condor micro-site from the official web-site is almost sure that will be the music of the ride.
Hurakan god show the ground because he tilt the wagons.
www.ioacentral.com /forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=5072&#94274   (1150 words)

  
 Stars!: The Game
Elsewhere, the Hurakan and Ogi continue to build defences against the Star Children, whose fleet remains immobile in view from a nearby Keth world.
The Hurakan immediately leapt to the aid of their allies, supplying minerals and combat vessels which balanced the skirmishing.
The Hurakan have not lost any worlds yet, but their vessels continue to be destroyed by the Star Child fleets...
www.manacled.demon.co.uk /stars/game/game1.htm   (1957 words)

  
 Maya mythology -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
B'alam Agab:Meaning "night jaguar," he was the second of the men created from maize after the Great Flood sent by Hurakan.
Iqi B'alam:Meaning "moon jaguar," he was the third of the men created from maize after the Great Flood sent by Hurakan.
Mahucatah:Meaning "distinguished name," he was the fourth of the men created from maize after the Great Flood sent by Hurakan.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/m/ma/maya_mythology.htm   (2191 words)

  
 NW Hurakan 11/10/01 - Set them sails! - www.ezboard.com
As time slowly passed and the sun rose in the distance, a man in robes walked from down the street, stumbling and cursing his way towards the group.
Getting to the point in a hurry to get inside, Hurakan told the group of 2 requests that were brought to his attention.
Hurakan left the group in the square to think about which job to take and had told them to meet in the tavern.
p198.ezboard.com /fnyrthellanswoodsfrm25.showMessage?topicID=4.topic   (493 words)

  
 EN World - Morrus' D&D / d20 News & Reviews Site - Archive - Hurakan tribe of Sairundani
Proposal: The Hurakan tribe of the Sairundani live in Helatia, the capital and largest city of the Sairundani.
The tradition became that the first son or daughter of the patriarch/ matriarch was to marry their opposite from one of the Typhoon Advisors, in order to keep the bloodlines mixed.
Because it is an honor to be married to and carry on the Hurakan/ Typhoon name, almost everyone in the 'royal' arena have children, and it is the right of the patriarch or matriarch to take more than one consort to enable having that first child.
www.enworld.org /showthread.php?s=cbfc39b3ecb4573e02a5b6ec66ba4aa3&t=133898   (2266 words)

  
 Jones Golf J-Tech Hurakan Bag from Clubwerks.com - The internet's best custom golf club store
Named for the God of the Storm, the J-Tech™ Hurakan™ is going to wreak havoc on the competition, both yours and ours.
Simply put, the Hurakan is the best competition tech bag you can own.
Also comes with a graphite friendly padded top, built in putter well, full length dividers, double strap, rain hood, umbrella slot, comfort/trunk handle, 8 pockets, and a water bottle holder.
www.clubwerks.com /jones_hurakan.asp   (141 words)

  
 Indymedia UK - radio hurakan, live form Cancun, shut down wto !   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Radio Hurakan is born amidst the storm of resistance to the policies that the wto will discuss in cancun, and the need for the voices of the people to be heard - the rebel voices
Radio Hurakan is born amidst the storm of resistance to the policies that the wto will discuss in cancun, and the need for the voices of the people to be heard - the rebel voices, the alternative voices, the voices of the community.
In an effort to disseminate the stories of the people to all corners of the world, Radio Hurakan is composed of a series of collectives and networks of community, popular, independent and free radio.
www.indymedia.org.uk /en/2003/09/277244.html   (398 words)

  
 Natural Disasters for Kids - Hurricane   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The word Hurricane comes from "Hurican", the Caribbean god of evil which also comes from a name from Mayan culture, "Hurakan".
He was a creator god who breathed on the water as wind to dry it out and form the land.
When the gods became angry with the first human beings, Hurakan unleashed the water which destroyed them in a great storm and flood.
www.naturaldisastersforkids.com /hurricane   (561 words)

  
 ACN Forums -> Hurakan Condor @ Portaventura
The story surrounding the ride is that in Mexico there's the god Hurakan (god of the Storm and Wind) that needs the souls of mortals to calm it's fury.
Then when the storm comes a priest must select 20 victims and throw them from the top of the royal tower to get down the angry and cruelty of the god and prevent the rest of people from having heavy storms.
Meanwhile, outside the temple peolple who doesn't want to ride this monster will have the oportunity to see a show involving the priest calling the Hurakan (after the cerimony of calling the gondolas will be released toghether).
americacoasters.com /forums/index.php?showtopic=12399&view=getnewpost   (1161 words)

  
 EN World - Morrus' D&D / d20 News & Reviews Site - Archive - Hurakan tribe of Sairundani
The only tribe that the Hurakans have any major trouble with are the Haboob.
According to the Hurakan, the Haboob have become so diluted, that it is difficult to tell that they were once Sairundani.
The Haboobs on the other hand feel that the Hurakans have overstayed their welcome in Helatia and should relinquish to another more deserving tribe, like themselves.
www.enworld.org /showthread.php?s=1ee3e0dfbb415c3245ee015da6ecfb65&t=91203&goto=nextoldest   (2266 words)

  
 Hurakan Condor at Port Aventura   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
One of the most themed drop rides in the world, Hurakan Condor takes you up 100 metres, then lets you freefall all the way back down, taking in a little bit of storytelling along the way.
As we neared the park, we could all see the breath-taking view of Hurakan Condor.
As i realised the great metal structure was in fact a ride, my white turned pale.
www.themeparkinsider.com /parks/detail.cfm?Attraction=3132   (403 words)

  
 Mountain of the Winds
I will permit you to adopt an Xuranan, but only if you follow the rules, and prepare a good home BEFORE applying." You nod, and reply, "Okay, where are the rules?" The creature cautions you, "There are not only rules, but information about the Xuranan, and breeding situations.
By the way, my name is Hurakan." Hurakan leads you further up the mountain, using routes that are less steep and quicker, after about an hour, you reach the top.
Hurakan stopps and motions with his paw, "Now choose."
www.geocities.com /wolfhowl_moonwings   (278 words)

  
 The beginning of this interesting book is taken up with the Kiche story of the creation, and what occurred directly ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Toen de wereld nog niet bestond, bestonden ook de zon en de maan nog niet, en het heelal was gehuld in duisternis.
En Hurakan, de god van de machtige wind, kwam op het idee om de aarde te scheppen.
En de oergoden spraken tot de dieren: “Dieren, nu we jullie een stem hebben gegeven, zeg dan onze namen: Hurakan, Gucumatz, Xpuyacoc en Xmucane, Chipi-Cakulha en Raxa-Cakulha.
wildidee.xs4all.be /jm/concerten/0304/Toekan/Verhalen/De%20schepping%20van%20de%20dieren%20en%20de%20eerste%20mensen.htm   (1125 words)

  
 Radio Hurakan, desde Cancun, la voz de la resistencia / the voice of resistance : Italy imc   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Radio Hurakan, desde Cancun, la voz de la resistencia / the voice of resistance
Radio Hurakan sera una difusion por internet de los Cancun Medios Independientes desde el 11 de septiembre hasta el 14 de septiembre y se puede encontrar pulsando sobre la imagen del radio en http://cancun.mediosindependientes.org.
Radio Hurakan is an internet broadcast from Cancun Medios Independientes during the week of 11 September – 14 September, and can be found by clicking on the radio dial at http://cancun.mediosindependientes.org.
italy.indymedia.org /mail.php?id=373599   (346 words)

  
 IOACentral: Discussion Boards - Themed IntaminMultidropTower:HurakanCondor: PA'05   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
I didn't think this ride would really do it for me. But looking at its scenery it kinda grew on me. Thanks for the update even tho I doubt I will be able to go anytime soon.
They are still doing adding some effects such as lights and other stuff that will be visible on the show that will take place on the balcony of the tower where the animatronic of Hurakan God is placed.
Meanwhile more work on the entrance of the ride where now they're putting the structure to put the logo.
www.ioacentral.com /forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=5072&whichpage=2   (602 words)

  
 [IMC-Mexico] Invitacion a la Convergencia de Medios y Tecnologias Alternativos, Hurakan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Estimad en s Companer en s, Les invitamos a particpar en esta iniciativa tan importante durante los siguientes dias de resistencia mundial frente a la OMC.
Ya falta poco tiempo para inaugurar la Convergencia de Medios y Tecnologias Alternativos, Hurakan, Construyendo Alternativas-Difundiendo Realidades entre el 1ero al 7 de Septiembre en Cancun.
Esperamos que podrian participar y compartir sus experiencias y habilidades con mucha gente del mundo que viene para hacer lo mismo, demostrando las alternativas a los medios corporativos que mantienen un virtual control sobre la difusion de informacion nacional e internacional...
lists.indymedia.org /mailman/public/imc-mexico/2003-August/000438.html   (235 words)

  
 Rio Dulce Environment
They talked, and deliberating, consulting and discussing in the middle of that darkness, they created all the creatures.
And there was manifested the creation of trees, and of life, and of all that was created by the Heart of Heaven, who is called Hurakan.
The first manifestation of Hurakan was called Caculha Hurakan, Lightning with One Leg.
www.mayaparadise.com /rioenve.htm   (4192 words)

  
 Coaster Kingdom - Magazine
From 18 March, the slender needle of Hurakan Condor will rise high into the sky as if poking a hole in the ozone layer, offering not only numerous freefall styles, but also some of the most elaborate theming on a freefall outside Disney’s Tower of Terror and Phantasia Land’s Mystery Castle.
After choosing your fate – whether sit down, stand up or floorless – your car climbs to over 300ft into the rafters of building, where more effects precede the 70mph plunge as your photo is taken.
Not only does the Intamin freefall offer one of the best freefall sensations, at 325ft tall it will also be one of the most sustained moments of weightlessness in Europe.
www.s104638357.websitehome.co.uk /html/magazine_03_02.htm   (2142 words)

  
 icNewcastle - A drop of Port
There's absolutely no middle ground with an adventure park ride like the Hurakan Condor at Port Aventura in Spain.
As soon as I describe it to you, you'll know instantly whether you will want to go on it or whether you would run a mile to avoid it.
Basically, the Hurakan Condor is a tower, some 99m (325ft) high, roughly two-and-a-half times the height of Grey's Monument in Newcastle.
icnewcastle.icnetwork.co.uk /0900travel/0200holidayreveiws/tm_objectid=15648200&method=full&siteid=50081&headline=a-drop-of-port-name_page.html   (996 words)

  
 HURAKAN CONDOR Construction Diary   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
It’s for this reason that with PortAventura collaboration and yours, you’re going to enjoy this free fall ride very intensely in PORT AVENTURA COMMUNITY.
You’ll find the last photos of Hurakan Condor, you’ll follow week by week the newest construction works, the last press news, downloads, you’ll know how will be the ride and everything only here!
You can post your opinion about Hurakan Condor and public your photos in the
www.sie.es /portaventura/hc/e_index.htm   (87 words)

  
 Our Kittens for Sale   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Daddy Caribe Hurakan's parents come from Jumanji and Abundadots lines.
Here is daddy Hurakan at just a couple months older than the kitty.
The dad is Hurakan (a busy young man).
www.bengalcat.net /kittens.htm   (260 words)

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