Category: Travel
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What Was The Practice Of Footbinding In China?
When I first traveled to China in the mid-1980s, I would sometimes see women hobbling down the street with tiny little feet because their feet had been bound. These little old ladies were almost completely crippled and could hardly walk. Footbinding was the Chinese practice of breaking young girls’ feet and tightly wrapping them so […]
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What Dogs Come From Tibet? All About Tibetan Dog Breeds
One spring, I traveled to Tibetan China. We traveled 8 hours overland from Sichuan, China, to parts of Tibet few foreigners have visited. The scenery was breathtaking, and making our quest even more interesting was knowing all about the different Tibetan dogs. Visitors to Tibet should understand the unique and fascinating Tibetan dog breeds. The […]
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How Long Did It Take to Build the Whole Great Wall of China?
Anyone who has been to the Great Wall of China is amazed at how the wall stretches for as far as you can see. It is truly an amazing architectural and construction feat. The Great Wall of China took over 2,000 years to build. The building span many Chinese Dynasties for about 22 centuries. The […]
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18 Questions About the Tibetan Terrier Dog Bred Answered
Tibet has given us some amazing dog breeds. The Tibetan Terrier is one of these dog breeds. The Tibetan Terrier dog bed is such a relatively new dog breed. Many new owners or those considering buying a Tibetan Terrier for their home or family have many questions. We have put together 18 of your top […]
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The Conquer Virtual Challenge Or My Virtual Mission – Virtual Travel
Like many people during the coronavirus time, I couldn’t travel; I had been itching to go somewhere or see something new. The Conquer Virtual Challenge has been a great way to see parts of the world without leaving town. The Conquer Virtual Challenge, also known as My Virtual Mission, is an online platform that allows […]
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Does Nordic Walking Actually Work?
Put your walking shoes on because we’re about to explore the latest fitness trend – Nordic Walking. Have you ever heard of this exercise and wondered if it actually works? Well, you’ve come to the right place! We will talk about what Nordic Walking is all about and cover some evidence-based research that supports its […]
