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The Way Communism Affected Romania

Let’s make sure we all understand: communism was NOT a political regime but an economic system the same exact way capitalism and socialism is. Too often this misunderstanding creates a lot of confusion and...

189 comments    communism soviet union romania
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The Forbidden City In China

With its rich history, the Forbidden City in China was home to 24 different emperors throughout the years 1406-1911. Located in the center or the heart of Beijing, China, the Forbidden City was named after its tight security against regular...

8 comments    china beijing ming dynasty
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Impact of Mao in China

The policies of Chairman Mao Zedong are very similar to a mountain range: full of high points & dangerous low points that brought out the best and worst of the people

0 comments    religion politics history
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Jade Carving Center

The Jade Carving Center in Beijing (also known as the Jade Factory) is located in Beijing, China, along the way to visit the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall of China sections nearest Beijing. This government owned facility might be considered by some...

1 comment    china tours beijing
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Top 10 Sites to Visit in Beijing China: Part 1

Beijing China is a fascinating city to visit. Whether you come to see the Great Wall of China, buildings from the Beijing Olympic Games, the Temple of Heaven, or to enjoy the fall Beijing weather, there is something for everyone.

0 comments    travel fun vacation
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China's Jiaozi Revolution

Protests and unrest swept the Middle East and Africa in February 2011 and the Chinese government cracked down to make clear that similar demonstrations and potential revolution would not be allowed to occur in China. However the stage is now set for the Jiaozi Revolution

6 comments    china chinese revolution
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Chinese influence in the Toronto area

According to Statistics Canada 2006 Census, there are 486,330 ethnic Chinese residents in Greater Toronto, 9.6% of the area's population. Between 1993 to 1997 Hong Kong provided the most immigrants to Toronto (48,535 people, or 11% of newcomers)....

2 comments    canada chinese toronto
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Tiananmen Square: Eyewitness to China's Historic Rise

For the first 30 years of my life, I’ve been used to the familiar grounds of Chinatown in Manila, interacting with local Filipino-Chinese folks when I buy something in Ongpin Street, Manila, accompanying my...

0 comments    travel vacation china
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Camouflage By Liu Bolin - The Invisible Man

Spectacular camouflage by Liu Bolin. People call him the invisible man. So much being said, don’t you just love looking at these pictures???

5 comments    camouflage surroundings head toe
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Chinese Marching Girls: The Beautiful Pink Army

A week ago a friend sent me a link to a Youtube video which was some footage of the China 60th Anniversary Military Parade, and I thought that's pretty cool, I've always liked watching people march around....

0 comments    youtube china military
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