Articles, tagged with "qing dynasty", page 3
19th July 2010
Diabolo Museum, a place to collect all kinds of diabloes
In the early period, Diabolo was first used as the royal toy, and later became popular among the public. As a good tool of fitness and recreation for the ordinary people, the Diabolo was usually a ...
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Author:
Nancy Zhai
13th July 2010
Zhouzhuang, a water town in Jiangsu Province
Zhouzhuang is situated just southeast of Suzhou City and southwest of Kunshan Mountain, called Zhenfengli in old times.
In spite of existing for over 900 years, Zhouzhuang still keeps well the original styl...
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Author:
Nancy Zhai
29th June 2010
Situated in Anren Jie, Shanghai, Yuyuan Garden is a renowned classical garden of immense picturesque beauty. It was constructed by Pan Yunduan a royal officer in the Ming Dynasty for the tranquil enjoyment of his parents in their old age. The garden was c...
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Author:
Pushpitha Wijesinghe
25th June 2010
When touring the city of Beijing in China you can't help but admire its stunning skyline that snuggles some of the most innovative concepts. Among them the most notable are the M shaped CCTV headquarters, the National Stadium resembling a bird's nest and ...
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Author:
Pushpitha Wijesinghe
04th June 2010
Tianjin is one of the biggest cities in China nestled along the famous Hai He River. It is a city packed with historical sites and other sightseeing attractions besides a number of parks and gardens. A sightseeing tour in Tianjin will let you discover maj...
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Author:
Pushpitha Wijesinghe
04th June 2010
Like other popular tourist destinations in China, the city of Tianjin too is a historical city packed with magnificent landmarks and sightseeing spots. Among the many attractions in Tianjin some of the most beautiful spots to explore are concentrated in o...
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Author:
Pushpitha Wijesinghe
02nd June 2010
The cheongsam especially long Chinese dress displays strong national flavor and embodies the beauty of Chinese traditional costumes . Chinese dress not only represents the Chinese female costume but also has become a symbol of a traditional oriental ...
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Author:
yyy1128
19th May 2010
The motive why did China invade Tibet is unclear as of now. Groups from China, Tibet, and other parts of the world are still debating over the said issue and arguing about who's supposed to govern Tibet. Opinions are still varied and they have to trace ba...
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Author:
Sturat Michael M
05th May 2010
The beauty of Tianjin is prevalent in its natural wonders, architecture, culture and people. As a coastal city of China, Tianjin offers a diverse array of seafood to sample, beautiful beaches and plenty of fresh air. Explore the many tourist attractions i...
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Author:
Pushpitha Wijesinghe
29th April 2010
Walking into the Forest of Stone Steles in Xian, the curious traveler comes face to face with the ancient history of prestigious and renowned dynasties in China. Over 3000 steles in their deep, firm engravings offer a peek into a history so intriguing and...
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Author:
Pushpitha Wijesinghe
27th April 2010
The Emperor Kang-Si, or Kangxi, ruled China for 61 years and the battle styled weapon, the Emperor KangSi Sword was created in his honor boasting an exquisite design with a 440 stainless steel blade. This sword was created to honor the reign of Kang-si (1...
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Author:
briangarvin
27th April 2010
The Chinese Imperial palace from the Ming Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty, the Forbidden City is one of the most historic tourist attractions in the city of Beijing. Along with the mystique and the intimidating nature of its name itself, this political focal ...
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Author:
Pushpitha Wijesinghe
19th April 2010
If you are planning on making a weekend trip to Beijing, the six best places to visit would be Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, the Ming Tombs and last but certainly not least the Great Wall. Visit these locat...
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Author:
Pushpitha Wijesinghe
24th February 2010
You may have found that the traditional Chinese wedding dress is quite different from the typical western dress. Most of Chinese wedding dresses come with more decorations and more craftsmanship. Newly weds will decide which type of dresses they wear acco...
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Author:
Wendy
08th February 2010
Among the different kinds of teas that are available, Oolong tea is one of those that tea lovers really enjoy. It has a unique blend of flavor which continues to attract people today. In fact, it is one of the teas that have a rich historical origin and a...
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Author:
tamar slay
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