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The 'and everyone else' is the part most don't get. And it is true even if you are in the US. Everyone 'else'. Weather balloons, earthquakes, pipelines and more, with George Galloway, Bryce Greene and Jamie Wright ... With Garland Nixon on the pipeline ... With Danny HaiPhong ... With The New Atlas and Angelo Giuliano on the US war plans to enforce its hegemony ... Hegemony - keeping everyone else down; divide and rule.

With JHMedium ... Welcome to Tiger Leaping Gorge Explore one of the deepest gorges in the world About Tiger Leaping Gorge Tiger Leaping Gorge, located in Yunnan province, China, is one of the deepest and most spectacular river canyons in the world. It lies between Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain, with a maximum depth of approximately 3,790 meters (12,434 feet). The gorge is part of the Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hiking Trails High Trail The High Trail is the most popular route for hikers. It offers stunning views of the gorge and the surrounding mountains. The trail takes 2-3 days to complete and passes through various guesthouses and small villages. Lower Trail The Lower Trail follows the Jinsha River and provides an up-close experience with the river and the sheer cliffs. This trail is less challenging and can be done in a single day. Middle Gorge The Middle Gorge trail is a more adventurous option, featuring steep descents to the river and opportunities to get close to the Tiger Leaping Stone, where legend has it a tiger leaped across the gorge. Famous Guesthouses Jane's Guesthouse Located at the trailhead in Qiaotou, Jane's Guesthouse is a popular starting point for hikers. It offers basic accommodation, meals, and information about the trails. Tea Horse Guesthouse Situated along the High Trail, Tea Horse Guesthouse provides comfortable rooms and excellent views of the mountains. It's a great spot for an overnight stay. Halfway Guesthouse Halfway Guesthouse is known for its stunning panoramic views of the gorge. It is roughly halfway along the High Trail, making it a convenient stop for hikers. Tina's Guesthouse Located near the end of the High Trail, Tina's Guesthouse is a popular place to stay before heading to the Middle Gorge. It offers good food and comfortable accommodation. Transport Tiger Leaping Gorge is accessible from major cities in Yunnan province. Here are some ways to get there: From Lijiang: Buses and private transfers are available from Lijiang to Qiaotou, the starting point of the gorge. The journey takes about 2-3 hours. From Shangri-La: There are regular buses from Shangri-La to Qiaotou, taking approximately 4 hours. Private transfers are also an option. By Car: If you prefer driving, you can rent a car and drive from Lijiang or Shangri-La to Qiaotou. The roads are well-maintained, and the drive offers scenic views.

Fascinating insights into the very varied cuisines of China. Chinese language, but easy to follow.

This beautiful film shows the Li River, YuLong River, bamboo rafting and cruise, plus cycling and hot-air balooning. Plus a few scenes from the outdoor performance Impressions Liu San Jie. 15 minutes in paradise ...

With Anyu Xu ...

YuanMingYuan, also known as the 'Old Summer Palace', was constructed during the 18th and early 19th century and was a wonderland of lakes and waterways, bridges, hills and pavilions. One third of the ground of YuanMingYuan was taken up by over 200 small hills with steep sides, secluded valleys, rock walls and stone caves. Half of the garderns are covered by the waters of lakes, winding streams and ponds. It was at YuanMingYuan that the emperors of the Qing Dynasty resided and handled government affairs - until it was destroyed; the Forbidden City was mostly used only for formal ceremonies at this time. The southern part of YuanMingYuan was where emperors handled state affairs, while the other parts were primarily for personal use and comprised of more than 150 scenic spots, involving rare exotic flowers and trees from different parts of the country. There were originally towers, terraces, pavilions, halls, corridors, pagodas and bridges with a total construction area of 150,000 square meters - corresponding in scale to that of the Imperial Palace. Artisans were recruited from all over China to enact the exquisite settings. The various styles of architecture, standing encircled by hills and rivulets, presented a most picturesque view. Many were reproductions of scenic mountains, rivers and famous gardens in China (mostly southern China). During his many tours of the country, emperor QianLong made it a point to have pictures of famous gardens and scenes drawn so that he could have replicas built in Beijing. Most famous of these were the ten scenic spots of the West Lake in HangZhou. The Old Summer Palace is often associated with the European-style palaces (Xi Yang Lou) that were built of stone. The designers of those structures, the Jesuits Giuseppe Castiglione and Michel Benoist, were employed by emperor QianLong to satisfy his taste for exotic buildings and objects. However, more than 95% of the Imperial Gardens consisted of essentially Chinese-style buildings. There were also a few buildings in Tibetan and Mongolian styles, reflecting the diversity of the Qing empire. In addition, hundreds of invaluable Chinese art masterpieces and antiquities were stored in the halls, including some unique copies of literary works and collections. In 1860, during the 'Second Opium War', the British and French expeditionary forces looted the Old Summer Palace. Later, on October 18 1860, a British general - despite protestations from the French (who in fact had began the looting) - gave the order to set fire to the huge complex, which burned to the ground. In 1900, those buildings that had partly survived or been restored were burnt for good by the Western expeditionary forces sent to quell the 'Boxer Rebellion'. Many priceless artifacts were plundered and made their way to museums and private collections in Europe. The ruins were further plundered by the warlords of the early republican period and further destruction of the ruins took place during the 'Cutural Revolution'. After all this destruction, what was left was truely just an empty shell. Empress dowager CiXi later directed the forming of YiHeYuan (Garden of Nurtured Harmony), into a new Summer Palace; this was near to the Old Summer Palace, but on a (somewhat) smaller scale. Nearest subway station : YuanMingYuan on line 4.

A composition of aerial and time-lapse scenes ...

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