The clearest water

Sichuan, land of mountains and pandas.

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February 2nd 2010
The Sichuan province is surrounded by mountain ranges on all but its eastern side, with the Himalayas on it's western side. These mountains are Holy to the Tibetans who inhabit them in villages and monasteries. Naturally its very high altitude, and is full of rivers, lakes and gorges. Its home to a 500km2 nature reserve and is the native home of the giant panda. Intriuging? Thats what I thought... ... read more

Asia » China » Sichuan » Jiuzhaigou

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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