me and my treat

Beijing-Markets, Parks, Scams and more!

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December 3rd 2011
We set out to the market that Yannie told us about to buy a few more warm items. It was so nice to not be yelled at and to be given the correct price right away. We both walked away with a hoodie and sweatpants, and I also got a vest. After the market we decided to drop off our bags back at the house then purchase train tickets, and head to the Forbidden City. Rich accompanied us to buy the ticket ... read more

Asia » China » Beijing » Forbidden City

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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