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A visual guide to QuanZhou 泉州, FuJian provinceQuanZhou was once one of China's major ports for foreign traders. It was visited by Marco Polo who praised it as one of the most prosperous and glorious cities in the world. As its harbor is not suitable for larger ships, its significance as a port has reduced but retains abundant cultural heritage.
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Dozens of cool short videos here.
With VisitBeiJing ...
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This beautiful Ming dynasty complex (GuGong, 'Old Palace'), which opened in 1420, lies in the heart of Beijing ...
Bonus films - mostly Beijing, plus a little ShangHai ...
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In 2016, 100 students from low-income Lincoln high school, Tacoma, Washington State, embarked on a journey of a lifetime, following a personal invitation by president Xi JinPing.
Travel expands one's horizons, and creates the real understanding ...
Bonus film - Chinese president Xi JinPing's trip to Lincoln high school in 2015 ...
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Globe-trotting vlogger Jordan ('Travellight') missed China so much that she took a trip back to her first destination there - ShenZhen in GuangDong province.
Defintely don't miss the amazing light show near the end of the film (8:45) ...
Bonus films - a short introduction to ShenZhen, and a longer guide to the city ...
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QingHai province lies in west / central China.
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Posted in respect to Iraq born architect Zaha Hadid, who sadly died today (31st March 2016).
Galaxy SOHO opened in November 2011 as an office, retail and entertainment complex.
An excellent example of a unique perspective, this building, in north east Beijing, with characteristic natural forms and curves, with futuristic outlook, opened in 2014. Her talent and bold vision will be missed by everyone.
Thank you Zaha for all you did to help make this world a better place ...
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