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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]
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] Blog: Reflections on India / Introduction to the Orient
Date: October 13th 2006
So after almost 2 months, it was a relief to leave India and move somewhere new. True, the sights are absolutely incredible, and the people outside the touristy areas are really nice (those in the extreme North, many of whom actually aren't Indian, especially so). However as soon as you set foot anywhere near to the well-trodden tourist path, you encounter a never-ending stream of touts trying ... read more
Date: October 13th 2006
So after almost 2 months, it was a relief to leave India and move somewhere new. True, the sights are absolutely incredible, and the people outside the touristy areas are really nice (those in the extreme North, many of whom actually aren't Indian, especially so). However as soon as you set foot anywhere near to the well-trodden tourist path, you encounter a never-ending stream of touts trying ... read more
