Tian'anmen Square

Tian'anmen Square

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November 4th 2007
Tian'anmen Square is at the heart of Beijing, the largest urban square in the world. Tian'anmen Square measures 880 meters from north to south, 500 meters from east to west and can accommodate up to one million people. The historical memories and political importance make Tian'an Men Square a must- see for travelers to Beijing. The Chinese flag is raised at sunrise and lowered at sunset when PLA s ... read more

Asia » China » Beijing

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For centuries China stood as a leading civilization, outpacing the rest of the world in the arts and sciences, but in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the country was beset by civil unrest, major famines, military defeats, and foreign occupation. A... ... read more