Nowadays, “Huangling sun drying in autumn” has become a fixed custom. Every autumn harvest season, every household’s eaves are covered with brightly colored agricultural products such as corn and peppers. It forms a perfect autumn harvest picture with the Hui-style houses with white walls and black tiles. Called “the most beautiful Chinese symbol”.

Taken in Huangling Village, Wuyuan, Jiangxi.

The Huangling Scenic Area in Wuyuan is a typical mountain village, and the houses are scattered in fan-shaped ladders. Huangling is well-known for its “sun in autumn”. The “Tianjie” in the village is like a jade belt that connects classic ancient buildings, and there are many Hui-style shops, and a flowing abbreviated version of “The Riverside Picture on Qingming Festival”. Surrounded by thousands of ancient trees and tens of thousands of acres of terraced fields, the sea of ​​flowers in the four seasons displays stunning land art. The ancient village of Huangling was built on the hillside, surrounded by ancient trees. The back mountain is dominated by green pine. The shuikou forest at the foot of the village is dominated by the yew group. After the cable car is the shuikou forest into the village, most of the trees are fragrant maple and ancient camphor. Most of them are several hundred years old, and the longest is over a thousand years. These trees tell you how long the history of the village is. The well-preserved Hui-style ancient village pattern in Huangling has the original ancient village style and folk customs. The house structure of the village is special. The front door of the first floor of the farmhouse is facing the main road; the second floor of the household can reach higher places. On the other main road, the front door on the second floor is built up and down, which is connected with the horizontal wooden frame built outside the house to dry the agricultural products. This solves the contradiction between building villages on slopes and drying crops without flat areas. Bamboo drying is used for drying crops, which does not occupy space and is convenient for storage. Every year during the harvest season, the houses become a world of sunburn, and the colorful crops and black roofs overlap each other, which is spectacular. Autumn is the season of rich colors. Golden corn and hot red peppers fill the whole house. The aunts are really busy connecting the farming to make it easier to dry. These gorgeous colors make Huangling in autumn more abundant and “very charming.” As night fell, the lights were turned on in every household in the village. The lively small mountain village full of tourists during the day has returned to its original nature and suddenly became quiet. The owner of the two dried peppers under the eaves guessed that they would be busy eating, and forgot them here. Fortunately, the eaves can block rain and dew, so that they won’t get wet by night dew. After dinner, I walked away, and the streets full of tourists during the day became empty. The night here is so quiet, so quiet that I can only hear my own footsteps, so quiet that people forget the trivialities of the world, and it’s so quiet that people feel a little flustered… The originally rough bluestone slab became smooth and round after years of polishing. These exquisitely crafted and luxuriously decorated old houses, after hundreds of years of ups and downs, still stand here, and they have changed owners several times. The former owner here spent a lot of effort to build this luxurious mansion, but the precious wealth he left for future generations is not only material, but more spiritual. These buildings can survive for hundreds or even thousands of years. Thinking about the buildings we have built now…well, I seem to be thinking too much. Travel information: Airplane: There is currently no airport in Wuyuan. There are airports in surrounding cities such as Jingdezhen, Huangshan, Quzhou, and Nanchang. Jingdezhen Airport and Huangshan Airport are relatively close to Wuyuan. Jingdezhen Luojia Airport is about 80 kilometers away from Wuyuan County. It is the nearest airport to Wuyuan, and it is more convenient to arrive by air. Self-driving: To the east of Quzhou: From Quzhou to Wuyuan, you can take the Shanghai-Kunming Expressway-205 National Road-Huabai Line-Dewu Expressway. The whole journey is about 150 kilometers and takes about 2.5 hours. To the south of Shangrao: From Shangrao to Wuyuan, you can take Deshang Expressway-Dechang Expressway-Dewu Expressway. The whole journey is about 140 kilometers and takes about 2.5 hours. To the west of Jingdezhen: From Jingdezhen to Wuyuan, you can take the Hangrui Expressway. The whole journey is about 85 kilometers and takes about 1 hour. To the north of Huangshan: From Huangshan City to Wuyuan, you can take the Hangrui Expressway. The whole journey is about 100 kilometers and takes about 1 hour

For a city, we can say that there are many ways to understand it. There are also some cities that we hardly need to understand. As long as we hear its name, we know it, such as Jingdezhen. Regarding Jingdezhen, I believe that there is no need for too many voices to repeat it. As a well-known “Porcelain Capital” at home and abroad, the thousand-year-old porcelain culture burned in ancient kilns here has long been ingrained in the hearts of the world. Because of this, we want to understand the porcelain culture of China for thousands of years, and we will also choose to go to Jingdezhen as soon as possible. In Jingdezhen City, we are most familiar with Jingdezhen Ceramic History Museum, Imperial Kiln Museum, Jingdezhen Museum and Ancient Kiln Folklore. Expo area and so on. In fact, for tourists, every time they travel, they will not be able to check in some scenic spots for some reasons, especially the length of the holiday and traffic problems. It is precisely because of this problem that some scenic spots that were originally worth checking in are helplessly forgotten. The same is true for a place in Jingdezhen. It was originally an inconspicuous small village. It was forgotten by many people because of the remoteness and the inconvenience of transportation. Even so, it has not been forgotten in history. During the Song, Yuan, and Ming dynasties, many ancient kiln sites were left in its territory, and among its green mountains and rivers, it became a center of ancient porcelain making. It is the site of an ancient porcelain kiln in Raonan near Raonan Village, Yaoli Town, 55 kilometers northeast of Jingdezhen City. Among the many ancient villages in Jingdezhen, why was the porcelain made in Raonan Village in ancient times? First of all, let’s get to know Raonan Village. It is located between Bajiao Mountain and the valley close to Qishan Mountain. The ancient trees on the mountain are lush, the green bamboos are swaying, and the forests are hidden. The crystal clear Yao River passes through the village, and the ancient village is named after it. Because it is adjacent to southern Anhui, the Huizhou residences in its territory are built on the water and are scattered. It is precisely because of its unique geographical location and natural conditions that its territory contains abundant china clay resources, sufficient water resources and sufficient fuel resources. However, these are the three indispensable conditions for the ancients to make porcelain. , Raonan Village also just met the three conditions. Raonan Village’s ceramic production conditions are unique, and its territory is rich in kaolin, which provides abundant and high-quality raw materials for the production of the “dual formula” tire-making method in Jingdezhen’s porcelain industry. An important place for making porcelain in ancient times, it is also known as the “source of porcelain”. According to historical records, Yaoli first began to make porcelain in the late Southern Song Dynasty. After experiencing the Yuan and Ming dynasties, the Ming Dynasty began to decline in the middle of the Ming Dynasty, spanning more than 300 years, and the prosperous scene of that year also left a rich cultural heritage for future generations. As the earliest ancient village to make porcelain in Yaoli, the ancient kiln site in Raonan Village has also become an important window for us to understand the porcelain culture of Jingdezhen. Today, we come to the ancient porcelain kiln site in Raonan Village. Not only many ancient kiln sites from the Song, Yuan, and Ming dynasties are preserved here, but there are also a large number of porcelain relics such as water stubble and ancient ceramic workshops, and they have been successfully selected in my country. Natural and cultural heritage. After entering the scenic spot, walk along the clear East River, and you can hear the sound of “bang, bang, bang…” far away. The closer you get, the louder the sound. When you get closer, you find that it is the sound of water pounding the glaze fruit. . This is also the most primitive process in the ancient craftsmen’s porcelain making process, which is to use the power of nature to produce glaze fruits with water. The quality of kaolin will be higher in this way, and the porcelain will also provide rich and high-quality porcelain. Raw materials. Continue to go forward and walk across a wooden boardwalk to the opposite bank of the Donghe River. Here is the area where the Long Kiln Ruins are distributed. The No. 1 Long Kiln site is a sloped dragon kiln in the Southern Song Dynasty. It was built on a mountain with a total length of 19.2 meters. It is divided into three parts: a fire chamber, a kiln bed and a smoke port. There is a round pavilion less than 50 meters ahead. Surrounded by tea trees, this is the site of No. 2 Long Kiln. According to records, its kiln started in the late Southern Song Dynasty and ended in the middle of the Ming Dynasty. It is one of the oldest porcelain kilns found in Yaoli. A further 30 meters away is the last ancient kiln site here, which is the No. 3 Long kiln site built on the hillside terrain. Its total length is 48.2 meters, the slope is 19.5 degrees, and the kiln bed is 41.7 meters long. With a width of 2 meters, it is the oldest, most intact and longest dragon kiln discovered so far. Although Raonan Village, hidden among the green mountains and green waters, seems to be an inconspicuous small village, the quality of the glazed fruit produced here is excellent, and it is known as “kaolin, Yaoli glaze” and is called “porcelain”. Therefore, the ancient craftsmen in Raonan Village have made porcelain here since ancient times. Many ancient kiln sites have also been left in its territory, which has become an indispensable window for us to understand the thousand-year-old porcelain culture.

But whether it is Shizhu Village or Xilingxia Village, few people have heard of it, and it is still in the “less-known” tourism development. Xilingxia Village is located in the southwest of Quyuan Town, Zigui County. It is the southern gate of Quyuan Town. Provincial Highway 334 runs through it. It has convenient transportation and beautiful environment. Quyuan Town, this is a name with a taste of history. Zigui is the hometown of Qu Yuan and his birthplace is in Quyuan Town. Quyuan Town is located between Niuganmafei Gorge and Bingshubaojian Gorge in Xiling Gorge of the Yangtze River, straddling the north and south banks of the Yangtze River. As the birthplace of Qu Yuan, the four major cultural celebrities in the world, the town of Quyuan has a profound cultural heritage and rich and colorful Xiajiang culture, but it is little known because of its deep hiding. As the most representative scenery of Xiling Gorge in Quyuan Town, it can be described as shocking. Xiling Gorge is famous for its twists and turns, forests of strange rocks, fast beaches, and thrilling boating. It is the longest canyon in the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River. In the Northern Song Dynasty, Ouyang Xiu once left a famous sentence of “Xiling Mountains and Waters Are Better in the World”. On the south bank of Xiling Gorge, there is a quiet and ancient village, Xiling Gorge Village, where Quyuan Culture and Xiajiang Culture meet. Xilingxia Village has a land area of ​​13.4 square kilometers and a forest coverage rate of 82%. On August 26, 2020, it was selected as the second batch of national rural tourism key villages. Xiajiang culture has been precipitated and passed on for thousands of years. Although Xilingxia Village is going to be developed for tourism, when we go all the way down the winding Panshan Road and when the scenery of Gaoxia Pinghu Lake is panoramic, Xilingxia Village, which is under tourism development, still exudes a primitive, natural and simple atmosphere. . Xilingxia Village has its name and power. Unlike the poetic and painting mood of Shizhu Village in Jiuwanxi Town, Xilingxia Village is full of grandeur and grandeur. Although the territory is not large, the geographical location facing the Yangtze River and the Lianzi Cliff shows its imposing pattern. It is located in the core area of ​​the Xiling Gorge of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River. It is named after the Xiling Gorge, showing the steep and beautiful scenery of Xiling Gorge. . Xiling Gorge Village is home to three famous scenic spots: Lianzi Cliff, Niuganmafei Gorge, and Bingshu Baojian Gorge. Among them, the two famous geological disasters at home and abroad: the Xintan landslide and the Lianziyan project are breathtaking. They not only have infinite awe of nature, but also full of admiration for the current project. The management of dangerous rocks is a wonder. But just in such a “heroic” natural scenery, Xilingxia Village also has its own little sentiment. Walking into the village, I saw white walls and tiles, wooden lattice doors and windows. The beautiful village is like a tourist town that “shuns the world”. Overnight at the Manyun No. 1 B&B, the minor tunes of literary and artistic youth emerged spontaneously. Along the newly built riverside trail leading to the foot of Lianziya Mountain, the magnificent scenery of the Xiajiang River is refreshing. Thousands of sails in the river fly, orange groves on both sides of the bank, yellow and green side by side, fruitful, gorge winds, intoxicating, strange and dangerous landscapes and long cultural history teach people to linger. Xilingxia Village is located at 30°C north latitude, and the unique microclimate of the Xiajiang River creates the unique flavor of the fruits there. On the way to Lianziya, the scent of navel orange permeated, extending to the depths of the scenic spot. Lianzi Cliff was originally named “Lock Mountain” and “Lock Mountain”. According to legend, it has magical power to close the lock and will not fall for a long time. It is said to be a natural scenic spot integrating mountain climbing, range rover and adventure. There is “Zhu Rong” in the scenic spot. There are more than 100 large and small scenic spots such as statues, “Orange Song Garden”, Guixiang Temple, Wagang Village, and the Hall of Souls. Among them, I am quite interested in the Guixiang Temple (this is entirely due to my personal interest in Buddhist history and Buddhist architecture). The Guixiang Temple is named for commemorating Qu Yuan’s return to his hometown. It has a history of more than 1,700 years. It is the oldest temple in the Three Gorges area and the richest cultural connotation. The Guixiang Temple is built on the cliff, standing on the cliff, and standing in front of the Guixiang Temple. The scenery of Xiling Gorge and the scenic scenery of Gaoxia Ping Lake are unobstructed and unobstructed. And the Xilingxia Village, full of the scent of navel orange, looked like a painting from a distance.

Analyzes show that the Colombian mammoth that inhabited North America during the last ice age was a hybrid between a woolly mammoth and a previously unknown line of mammoths. In addition, the study also provides new insights into when and how quickly mammoths adapted to cold climates. About a million years ago, there was no woolly mammoth on Earth (also known as tundra mammoth, scientific name: Mammuthus primigenius) ; or the Colombian mammoth (scientific name: Mammuthus columbi) , because they haven’t evolved yet. The ancient steppe mammoths were their ancestors. Researchers have now managed to analyze the genomes of three ancient mammoth species, using DNA recovered from mammoth teeth that had been buried for 0.7 to 1.2 million years in the permafrost layer. in Siberia. This is the first time DNA has been sequenced and authenticated from specimens that are millions of years old, and extracting DNA from these samples has been a challenge. The scientists found that only a small amount of DNA remained in the samples, and that they were broken down into very small fragments. Love Dalén, Professor of evolutionary genetics at the Center for Ancient Genetics in Stockholm, said: “This DNA is very ancient. The specimens are thousands of times older than the Viking relics, and even more predated the existence of humans and Neanderthals”. The ages of the specimens were determined using both geological data and molecular clocks. Both types of analysis show that two of the specimens are more than 1 million years old, while the third is about 700,000 years old and represents one of the earliest known woolly mammoths. come. The unexpected origin of the Colombian mammoth Genomic analysis shows that the oldest specimen, about 1.2 million years old, belongs to a previously unknown lineage of mammoth genes. The researchers call this the Krestovka mammoth, a name based on the area where it was found. The results show that the Krestovka mammoth diverged from other Siberian mammoth species more than 2 million years ago. “This came as a complete surprise to us. All previous studies have shown that there was only one species of mammoth in Siberia at that time, called the steppe mammoth. But the Our DNA analysis now shows that there are 2 different genetic lines, which we here call Mammoth Adycha and Mammoth Krestovka . We can’t say for sure yet, but we think they may represent two different species,” said Tom van der Valk, lead author of the study. Teeth of the Krestovka mammoth. Source: CPG The researchers also suggest that it was the mammoth of the Krestovka lineage that “dominated” North America about 1.5 million years ago. In addition, analyzes show that the Colombian mammoth, which lived in North America during the last ice age, was a hybrid. Nearly half of its genome comes from the Krestovka lineage and the other half from the woolly mammoth. “This is an important discovery. It seems that the Colombian mammoth, one of the most iconic species of the Ice Age in North America, evolved through a crossbreeding that took place about 420,000 years ago.” – Dong Author Patrícia Pečnerová said. Evolution and adaptation in the woolly mammoth The second million-year-old genome, from the Adycha mammoth, appears to be the ancestor of the woolly mammoth. The researchers were therefore able to compare its genome with that of one of the earliest known woolly mammoths that lived 0.7 million years ago, as well as with the genome of a mammoth. sucking only a few thousand years old. This makes it possible for scientists to investigate how mammoths adapted to life in cold environments and the extent to which this adaptation evolved during speciation. Proving how this giant animal has “risen” strongly over the past millions of years under extreme cold weather. The analyzes show that gene variants associated with life in the Arctic, such as hair growth, thermoregulation, fat accumulation, cold tolerance and circadian rhythms , appeared in the million-year-old mammoth, long before the origin of the woolly mammoth. These results indicate that most adaptations in the mammoth lineage occurred slowly and gradually over time. “Our analysis shows that most of the adaptations to cold weather were present in the ancestors of the woolly mammoth, and we found no evidence for natural selection. faster in speciation,” said co-author David Díez-del-Molino. Like their modern relatives, mammoths were quite large. The largest known species reach a height of 4 m and a weight of up to 8 tons, with some particularly large males weighing more than 12 tons. Future research The new results open the door to a host of future studies on other species. Love Dalén and co-author Patrícia Pečnerová with a mammoth tusk on Wrangel Island (Arctic Ocean). Photo: Gleb Danilov About a million years ago was a time when many species of organisms flourished across the globe. This is also a time of great changes in climate and sea levels, and the last time the Earth’s magnetic poles change positions. Therefore, the researchers think that genetic analyzes on this time scale have great potential to explore a wide range of scientific questions. “One of the big questions right now is how far back in time we can go. We haven’t reached the limit for the longest. It is expected that we can recover DNA that is two million years old, and even more so. can even go back as far as 2.6 million. Before that, there was no permafrost where ancient DNA could be preserved.” Anders Götherström, Professor of Molecular Archeology and lead researcher at the Center for Paleontology. These findings are published in the journal Nature.

During the restoration of the Golden Stupa, workers accidentally discovered many rare treasures. (Photo: Kknews) It is known that the Golden Stupa is located on the premises of Bao Tuong Pagoda in Wen Shang District, Shandong Province, China. Because the roof tile on the top of the tower is covered with a layer of gold glaze, looking from afar, it has a bright yellow color, so the locals have named the tower Hoang Kim. According to historical records, Bao Tuong Pagoda and the Golden Stupa are up to 1,500 years old and were built during the Northern Wei Dynasty. In the memories of the workers involved in the repair of the stupa on March 15, 1994, by following the mysterious fragrance that kept emitting from the foot of the Golden Stupa, they were able to find a palace. Underground. They immediately stopped construction and contacted archaeologists in Shandong province. The stone box was discovered inside the underground palace at the foot of the Golden Stupa. (Photo: Kknews) The underground palace includes a corridor nearly 4m long, 0.97m wide; 1.65m high and a room located in the middle of the tower’s foot is 1.47m long; about 1.43m wide and 4.2m high. In the middle of the room is a round well, the mouth of the well is covered with a stone slab, surrounded by carved lotus flowers. Behind the large room there is a small niche, inside there is a Buddha altar, on the altar there is a stone box. Gold and silver coffins were found inside the stone box. (Photo: Kknews) On the left side of the stone box there is a Bodhisattva statue made of clay, about 50cm high. The face of the Bodhisattva statue has been peeled off, his hair is in a high bun, his arms are raised across his chest, he is kneeling on a lotus, his body is slightly bent forward. According to archaeologists, normally the statues of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas that we see are made in standing, sitting or lying positions, but this statue is in a kneeling position, which is unprecedented. here. The tooth relic of Buddha Shakyamuni is considered by experts to be an extremely rare treasure. (Photo: Kknews) While observing the Bodhisattva statue, inadvertently the light from the experts’ flashlights passed through the lid of the stone box, through the cracks in the surface, some flickering rays of light flashed, the mysterious fragrance also emanated. out from here. Former secretary of the Institute of Confucius Research – Duong Xuan Binh, the commander-in-chief of the archaeological team that year, quickly decided to open the mysterious stone box. The treasure inside the stone box is nearly a thousand Buddha relics. (Photo: Sohu) Inside the stone box there are nearly 1,000 relics and a golden coffin is placed in the center. In the golden coffin is a smaller coffin made of silver, divided into 2 compartments, the upper compartment is a yellow satin cloth wrapped with a Buddha tooth relic up to 5.5cm long. After studying Buddhist texts, the expert was able to verify that the tooth relic belonged to Shakyamuni Buddha. With this discovery, the tooth relic of the Buddha discovered at the Golden Tower is considered the supreme sacred relic in the Buddhist world and a rare cultural relic of the world. Reference: Kknews

Pho Hoa Born in the 60-70s of the last century, Pho Hoa is a frequented address of many gourmets. Here, the broth is simmered from the bone along with the thin, chewy noodle soup to make the right bowl of pho. Compared to other restaurants, Pho Hoa has a taste closer to the taste of Saigon people. In addition to beef, the shop has many different types of pho for diners to choose from such as chicken, beef balls, pork rolls… Address: Pasteur, District 3 Opening hours: 5-23:30 Price: 85,000-95,000 VND Photo: Agirlaboutchicago Thanh Xuan noodle soup Located in a small alley in District 1, the noodle shop for more than half a century is always crowded with diners. The shop scored with dried crab noodles served with sauce and crispy pate chaud. Here, the taste of noodles is made according to the traditional recipe, so it is different from other places. My Tho noodles are boiled to keep the clarity and toughness. The bowl is full of shrimp meat, crab claws, topped with a sauce that will surely warm your stomach in the morning. Address: Ton That Thiep, District 1 Opening hours: 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m Price: 30,000-70,000 VND Photo: Mysteriousaigon, rio.thefoodlist_ Hoa Ma Pan Bread One of the oldest “names” in Ho Chi Minh City, Hoa Ma pan bread has been around since the 60s of the last century. Here, a full mixed pan includes 2 omelets, spring rolls, fish cakes, cinnamon rolls, bacon, sausages, onions… All are heated before serving diners. . To combat boredom, the shop has an extra plate of pickles for you to eat. However, the price for each piece of bread here is relatively high. Many diners commented that because there is no dipping sauce, if you are not used to it, you will feel the dish is a bit dry. Address: Cao Thang, District 3 Opening hours: 7-10h Price: 50,000-60,000 VND Photo: Eatwithcheesie Porridge for Miss Ut Located on Co Giang Street, the shop is more than 80 years old and is a familiar stop for many diners. The bowl of porridge here is considered full. Porridge seeds are roasted before cooking to expand but not be crushed, delicious to eat. Porridge is cooked in the old Saigon style with fresh blood added directly to the pot, so eating is different from other places. In addition to porridge, liver, blood, young intestines, sausages, stomach… are handled well, so when eating, there is no smell. If you are afraid to eat some ingredients, you can tell the owner when ordering. Address: Co Giang, District 1 Opening hours: 6-14h Price: 40,000-70,000 VND Photo: Tebefood, lanwiththi Thieu Ky noodle family Starting from a simple noodle burden in the 1930s, Thieu Ky became the oldest and most famous restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City. The bowl of noodles here is appreciated for its authentic Chinese taste. The broth has a sweet, fatty taste of stewed bones, delicious hand-made noodles served with signature shrimp cakes and spicy satay. The restaurant serves char siu noodles, heirloom oyster sauce noodles, and dumplings filled with fresh shrimp. Recently, the restaurant has received many comments about the uneven quality of the food. Small space, seats and quite limited parking are the minus points of the restaurant. Address: Le Dai Hanh, District 11 Opening hours: 6:30 to 22:30 Price: 40,000-60,000 VND Photo: Ansapsaigon, im.lucass.

The ancient amulet has just been presented to the Israel Antiquities Authority. A bronze amulet engraved with God’s name and magical symbols for protection from evil spirits and the “evil eye” curse has been turned over to authorities after being unearthed in northern Israel 40 years ago. before. According to the IAA , the amulet once worn on a necklace is believed to date to about 1,500 years ago during the Byzantine period . At that time, the region was ruled by the Eastern Roman Empire, also known as the Byzantine Empire after Byzantium, the old name of the city in which it was based (later Byzantium was renamed Constantinople and now It’s Istanbul now.) Although the amulet is engraved with Greek letters, they spell the Jewish name IAW, a form of the name “Yahweh” in the English alphabet. This bronze amulet, about eight centimeters long and four centimeters wide, was found near the site of an ancient synagogue at Arbel, just west of the Sea of ​​Galilee. Eitan Klein, an archaeologist with the IAA, said the location and inscriptions suggest that the amulet may have been worn by a Jewish, not necessarily Christian, regardless of its origin. its religion, “Although scholars often identify wearers of such amulets as Christians, the fact that the amulet was found in a Jewish settlement that had a synagogue in the fifth and sixth centuries A.D. might indicate that even the Jews of that period wore amulets of this kind to protect against the evil eye and the devil,” says Klein. Devil’s Eye This type of charm was relatively common at that time in Galilee and what is now Lebanon; They are sometimes known as a form of the “Seal of Solomon”, named after the legendary king of Israel. One side of this amulet features a galloping horseman with a halo on his head, thrusting a spear into a woman lying on her back. A Greek inscription carved above the rider’s head reads “The Only God Who Conquers Evil” and God’s name in Greek letters – IAW – is engraved underneath the horse’s feet. The other side depicts an eye pierced by an arrow and an object split in half. The eye appears to be threatened by two lions, a snake, a scorpion, and a bird below it, and a Greek letter abbreviation meaning “One Lord” engraved above it. above it. The amulet was probably made to protect people against evil spirits and a magical curse known as the evil eye, a long-held belief throughout the ancient world at least as far back as the sixth century. B.C. According to this belief, some magicians are said to be able to lift the curse with a malicious look, while those who receive it will be injured or have misfortune. “The equestrian is depicted conquering evil spirits, in this case a woman identified with the Greek mythological figure of Gello or Gyllou, who threatens women and children,” Klein said. and is related to the evil eye,” Klein said. “The eye on the back is identifiable as a demon eye that is attacked and destroyed in various ways. Therefore, the amulet was probably used to protect women and children.” A family member of the finder, now deceased, recently turned over the amulet to the Israel Antiquities Authority, and Klein encourages those with similar treasures to do the same. The amulet is believed to date back to the late Talmudic period in Jewish history, when traditional Jewish theology and law were formalized in a collection of written works known as the Talmud. The synagogue in Arbel is often mentioned in historical sources from Talmudic times, Klein said; where there was a linen manufacturing industry, and many Jewish sages visited or taught there.

Villa Nguyen Van Hao Saigon is often known as a crossroads of many cultures, the promised land of many people. From the exiled wanderers, the outcasts, to the people from all over the world looking for a place to live, Saigon has always opened its arms to support. Among them, there are many people who have made a name and left many imprints on the prosperity of this land. Merchant Nguyen Van Hao (1890-1971) is one such case. Through many ups and downs, the memory of a man from a poor background, working in Saigon doing business, selling auto parts and having a brilliant business has long since passed, but his legacy still remains. there. Building with four facades at Tran Hung Dao – Ky Con – Yersin – Le Thi Hong Gam streets, the symbol of his family’s golden age. Started in 1933 and completed in 1937, the villa is located on approximately 800 square meters of land and is designed in the popular Art Deco style of the time. Different from the sophisticated, ornate construction of colonial buildings, the outstanding three-storey building reflects the spirit of the time (zeitgeist): the 1930s was the heyday of modern, elegant architecture. elegant, luxurious and highly effective in use. According to some documents, the building’s construction material is sand mixed with latex, because there was no cement at that time, and high-grade cement tiles for the floor were also imported from France, to match the appearance of the building. Due to not being preserved and restored, Nguyen Van Hao’s villa is now degraded, with an old and gloomy appearance. Not many visitors from all over the world know about the old owner, but his name is now only saved on the walls with the words “NG.V.HAO.” But for those who love and understand Saigon, the Nguyen Van Hao villa is an important witness of a period of development of Saigon architecture. Ancient fountain in the campus of Saigon Water Supply Corporation (1882) After the announcement of permanently staying in Cochinchina (1865), the French began to lay the foundation for the Saigon planning project following the European urban model. Infrastructure issues are put on top, including the construction of a clean water supply system. The first fountain was built in 1878, the second one built in 1882 is still located on the campus of Sawaco. Ancient architecture of Saigon: Ancient fountain in the campus of Saigon Water Supply Corporation This oval fountain consists of three floors, about 25m high, above there are two stainless steel water tanks, solidly built like a fortress, and has an architectural style in harmony with the general urban planning. The highlight of the architecture is the intricately designed rows of doors and ventilation holes. The fountain ended its historic role (1966), when the water supply from shallow wells was replaced by a water supply system from the Dong Nai River. This 130-year-old fountain has officially been kept for conservation, and stands there as a historical monument of Saigon’s water supply industry. Catinat Building (1926) In Saigon, there are ancient buildings that have been renovated to suit modern lifestyles, but still retain their ancient features and architectural values. Catinat Building at 26 Ly Tu Trong is an example. The building used to be the office of many large companies, including the headquarters of the American Consulate (1930-1940). In 1941, Catinat suffered heavy damage because it became the target of Japanese bombing. In the 1960s, the Americans used this place as the headquarters of the CIA. After 1975, Catinat became an apartment building and the ground floor was used as a trading place. In recent years, young people in Saigon have given Catinat a new life by turning this place into a miniature commercial center, with shops, fashion shops, cafes… The Art Deco elements in the building are preserved almost intact, from the old brick foundation, winding iron stairs, to the old elevator that goes up and down slowly every day. But inside the rental areas are spaces with separate styles, expressing the personality of the owner. There are many controversies surrounding the preservation of heritage by changing the use, but in the case of Catinat building, it can be considered as a reasonable solution in the current situation. Saint Joseph Saigon Seminary Chapel (1867) In the heart of Saigon as it is today, there is still a place of tranquility and silence: the chapel of Saint Joseph’s Seminary, more than 140 years old. The building was designed in the Gothic style with Father Wibaux’s original intention to “symbolize the special adoration of the Seminarians”. The chapel consists of a main compartment interspersed between two auxiliary compartments using pointed arches, the outermost is a series of flat roof corridors. The rows of large and small columns intertwine to create a feeling that the space is larger than it really is. The interior of the chapel is simple but still exudes an elegant and elegant look. Although it has received little attention due to its location on the seminary grounds, this chapel is still considered an important architectural work on the heritage map of the city.

Suzhou Bay is located between Wuzhong and Wujiang District in Suzhou. It is surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Taihu Lake. The modern city name card of Suzhou Bay, “Taihu New City”, which is mainly created by the local area, is gradually taking shape. This is not only an eco-tourism resort integrating tourism, sightseeing, sports and leisure, but also a highly concentrated antique block of pocket town. This is Shengjiashe Old Street, which has a history of nearly a thousand years, carries the memory of Wujiang, and has witnessed the rise and fall of Wujiang. Despite the passage of time and the changing times, the charm of the old street has not disappeared. Now it has been completely renovated and repaired as before, maintaining the typical Jiangnan water town style with white walls, black tiles and river streets adjacent to it. Shengjiashe (she), also known as Shengjiashe, is located on the south side of Wujiang Old Town. “She” and “she” both mean villages. In Jiangnan history, there are many villages called she or she. There are mainly families surnamed Sheng. As early as the Hongzhi and Zhengde reigns of the Ming Dynasty, the priest Shengcan returned to the countryside from officialdom and settled on the banks of the Wusong River in Wujiang. Later, the descendants of the Sheng family lived here for generations, hence the name. Tracing back to history, the old streets of Shengjiashe have accumulated a thousand years of cultural heritage. Although there are no such old streets as Wuzhen and Xitang, this is an antique street in Wujiang City that fully retains the historical features of the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China. It still maintains the parallel river and street. The historical pattern and the architectural style of Zhenshui Renjia. In the old days, Shengjiashe was the most prosperous area in the Wujiang area. On the old streets and along the river, merchants gathered and the event was extraordinary. There were various teahouses, pharmacies, and department stores. There were many famous and time-honored shops in the area, and all businesses were flourishing. Nowadays, after upgrading and reconstruction by the local government, the old is restored. Strolling in the old district of Shengjiashe, there are many shops and houses in the same style. Visitors can encounter the strong traditional Jiangnan style, pavilions, small bridges and flowing water, silk cheongsam…it makes people feel like walking into the old days. Coming to Shengjiashe Old Street, walking in the quaint Jiangnan ancient street, visitors can browse various specialty shops, buy silk products and cheongsam, etc., or check in various simple and fresh, with great Jiangnan cultural charm. Scenery, leaving beautiful photos. There are not many tourists in Shengjiashe Old Street, and the environment is quiet and quiet. It is very suitable for walking slowly and exploring various good stores. In a small alley of Shengjiashe Old Street, there is a “treasure bookstore” hidden in Shima Bookstore. It is not so much a bookstore, but it is more of a public cultural space. It is full of strong cultural atmosphere. The roof is Words and calligraphy in various fonts, books with fragrance of ink are on the shelves, and there will be salons, reading clubs, lectures and other cultural activities here. People can’t help but “keep your heart and stop here” and let your soul immerse yourself in reading. In between, apart from impetuousness, enjoy peace of mind. There is also a very special place in Laojie called “Jade Space”. This is a special cultural space integrating theater, inn, coffee break, and restaurant. Its founder is Li Yugang. He perfectly combines art and life, walks into the space, one step at a time, and full of Zen. The whole space is based on the combination of “heartlessness” and renunciation. It is antique, with elegant artistic conception, and the design and furnishings are extremely exquisite. The piano, chess, calligraphy, poetry, wine and tea are all uniquely interpreted and presented here, full of Chinese style quality Life is refreshing. In particular, tasting an exquisite Chinese delicacy here is a double enjoyment of vision and taste. [Original works, reprinting is prohibited, infringement must be investigated]Please pay attention to me and share more exciting trips with you

Nanguo Temple, located in Nanshan Pass, Qinzhou District, Tianshui City, is named after being located outside the southern city of Tianshui in ancient times. It has a history of more than 1600 years. The entire temple occupies an area of ​​5.7 hectares, surrounded by verdant trees, fragrant birds and flowers, and beautiful scenery. Although it is only 3 kilometers away from the urban area, there is no trace of it in the urban area. It has the artistic conception of “the ancient temple in the deep mountains”. Unlike most monasteries in China, Nanguo Temple was built from the south to the north, and is divided into three courtyards, the west courtyard, the middle courtyard, and the east courtyard from west to east by three gates. The Temple of Heaven, Bell and Drum Tower, Zen Forest Academy, Du Shaoling Temple, and other buildings are magnificent and solemn. As early as the Tang Dynasty, they have become a famous Buddhist holy site in the northwest region and a place for literati and inkmen to visit. Since ancient times, there has been “the first famous temple in Longyou “The reputation. This ancient temple was built during the Southern and Northern Dynasties, and it carries the long history and profound culture of Tianshui. In the second year of Emperor Suzong of the Tang Dynasty (759 AD), the poet Du Fu resigned and traveled west with his family members due to the rebellion of Anshi, and lived here for more than three months. , And left behind “Nanguo Temple at the top of the mountain, the water is called the North Flowing Spring. The old tree is empty and the canal is passed on.” and more than one hundred popular poems, which even arouses people’s interest in and yearning for it. Although Tianshui belongs to Gansu Province, it is completely different from Dunhuang in the Gobi Desert in the west. It has a pleasant climate and beautiful scenery. It is known as the “Longshang Jiangnan”. Nanguo Temple is also towering with ancient cypresses, fresh and quiet, and has been listed as one of the eight scenic spots in Qinzhou since ancient times, and is known as “Nanshan ancient cypress”. Among them, a “Chunqiu cypress” in front of the Daxiong Hall is divided into three branches, shaped like an axe, and a hackberry tree is parasitic in the trunk, which surprises all viewers. According to textual research, Du Fu’s poem “Nanguo Temple on the mountain top, the water name is the north stream spring. The old tree is empty in the courtyard, and the canal is passed down.” The “old tree” described in the poem refers to this ancient cypress. According to expert inspection, this “Chunqiu cypress” tree is 2300-2500 years old, second only to the ancient cypress of the Huangdi Mausoleum in Shaanxi and the Zhou cypress of Jinci in Shanxi. Because such a wonderful tree is the only one in the country, it has become the only one in the country. The “Treasure of the Town and Temple” of Nanguo Temple. Tianshui is a city with a lot of springs and hot springs. Among them, Beiliuquan, located in front of the Guanyin Hall of the East Courtyard of Nanguo Temple, originally flowed down from Nanshan to the north, hence the name “Beiliuquan”. Later, monks in the monastery built wells and kept springs, and they were named “Qiuchi”, also known as “Nanshan Lingqiu”. For thousands of years, Beiliuquan has been famous for the poem “Nanguo Temple on the top of the mountain, the name of the water is Beiliuquan” written by Du Fu, and is known as the “Crown of Famous Springs on Longshang”. In the thirtieth year of Guangxu in Qing Dynasty (1904), the people of Qinzhou, with their deep feelings for the poet saint, changed the Nanguo Temple East Buddhist Temple to Du Shaoling Temple, and produced the statues of Du Fu and his two sons Zongwen and Zongwu for generations to come. Remember me forever. What is interesting is that the establishment of the poet’s ancestral hall in the Buddhist temple can be called a great wonder of Qinzhou culture, which shows the position of the poet Du Fu in the hearts of Tianshui people. Throughout the ages, Nanguo Temple has attracted many tourists to experience the profound cultural heritage of the thousand-year-old temple. If you have the opportunity, you might as well come here for a walk. Transportation: In Tianshui City, take bus No. 9 and get off at Nanguo Road and walk up the mountain; or take the special line bus of Nanguo Temple Grand Scenic Area, which sets up Nanguo Temple Gate, Xiyuan, Wangjiaping, Songcuiyuan, Nanguo Temple, 10 sites including Nanguo Temple Ruins Museum, Dujiaping, Moon Bay Plaza, Liguan Bay, Nanshan Cloud, etc. The fare is 5 yuan.

This bacon was processed in 1902 by the Gwaltney Foods meat company before it was lost in storage. When discovered two decades later, Pembroke D. Gwaltney Jr. turn it into “pet bacon”. It was added with a copper necklace and taken to numerous exhibitions to demonstrate to customers that the company’s meat could be preserved without refrigeration. “Pet Salted Meat” In 1931, PD Gwaltney Jr. walked into a hotel in Washington DC (USA) with a suitcase in hand, wondering if it was possible to store the luggage in the hotel’s secure storage. The receptionist looked at the suitcase and asked what was so important in it. Answer by Gwaltney Jr. very simple: “Ah, just my pet bacon”. He’s not joking, and he’s also serious about wanting to keep the meat safe. An insurance company valued it at $5,000 at the time – the equivalent of $77,000 today. “Every time he goes to a food show, Gwaltney Jr. brings a special chain, which he pins the chain to the floor so that no one can steal the meat,” said Tracey L. Neikirk, curator of the Isle County Museum of Wight, Smithfield, Virginia – said. The piece of meat has its own brass ring and is owned by Gwaltney Jr. called “pets”. Photo: Southerning. Gwaltney Jr. is the owner of one of Virginia’s most successful bacon processing companies. He promoted his business by bringing his 30-year-old “pet bacon”, then 30 years old, to trade fairs, food shows, even naval ships. It’s all part of a clever marketing plan that positions Gwaltney’s hometown as the “Bacon Capital of the World”. The piece of meat was carried everywhere. Photo: Southerning. Salted meat has been associated with the name of the Virginia region since the early days of the state’s founding. According to The Country Ham by Jeanne Voltz and Elaine J. Harvell, when the English colonists arrived in Jamestown in 1607, they brought a boat full of pigs. The next boat is full of piglets. They proliferated throughout nearby Williamsburg, so much so that locals moved the pigs to an island on the west bank of the James River, now known as Hog Island. The number of pigs growing around Smithfield and the Isle of Wight is increasing. When peanuts became popular in the area after the Civil War, pigs were free to roam the fields, eating peanuts left over from the harvest. These “peanut-fed” pigs help make Smithfield and the region’s bacon in the culinary world. Peanut-raised pork and a complicated and time-consuming salting process have created a unique flavor of salted meat, surprising the world’s gourmets. By the mid-19th century, Queen Victoria ordered six pieces of Smithfield bacon a week for the palace kitchen. Their prices skyrocketed. Smithfield bacon is world famous. Photo: Denverpost. As other places began to fake lower quality meat and sell it under the name Smithfield bacon, Virginia put strict rules on the meat bearing this name: Pigs had to be fed peanuts, meat had to be salted in Smithfield boundary. In other words, Smithfield has become the Champagne region of bacon. More than 100 years of history In 1891, PD Gwaltney Jr. joined his father’s peanut business – Gwaltney Sr. – at Smithfield and helped scale the company. Gwaltney Foods became a “big man” in the salt meat processing industry. At this point, Gwaltney the son learned a few marketing tricks from his father. A year ago, his father picked up a groundnut from a local field, wrote the year of harvest on it, beginning to show those curious about the quality of his produce how well the peanuts were preserved. The world’s oldest peanut also comes from the Gwaltney family. Photo: Isle of Wight Museum. After many years, Mr. Gwaltney Sr. Realizing the age of the peanut itself is an attractive feature. Today, it is the oldest groundnut in the world. In 1902, Gwaltney Jr. does the same thing when a ham is accidentally left in storage. When he discovered the meat, he immediately saw a great business opportunity and decided to keep it to see how long it could last. Years passed, and in August 1921, a storehouse of peanuts owned by the Gwaltney family caught fire, setting tons of peanuts and a nearby bacon store on fire. According to the Isle of Wight County Museum, “the smell of peanuts and burning fat lingered in the air for weeks.” Luckily, Gwaltney Jr.’s pet meatballs. was stored elsewhere and escaped safely. The fire severely damaged the Smithfield peanut business, making bacon the town’s main export. Gwaltney Jr. began to focus on promoting their salted meat products, which meant bringing the old meat everywhere. He bought it $1,000 insurance, then increased it to $5,000. In 1932, the piece of meat appeared on the show “Believe it Or Not” (roughly translated: Believe it or not), which stated that the meat was “still soft, sweet and edible after 30 years”. To date, the 118-year-old piece of meat is officially recognized as the world’s oldest bacon – burnt red, with dotted white and yellow streaks and wrinkled skin. The lump of meat is still edible, but the taste has changed a lot. Photo: Mentalfloss. Neikirk, curator of the Isle of Wight county museum, said the lump of meat smelled of smoke and wood. The dry salting process used to create the mass of meat involves salting and drying the blood, helping the meat to last longer and have a richer flavor. Although still edible, this hundred-year-old meat is not as delicious as before. “It’s like dried meat now,” Neikirk said. The appearance of the meat is also difficult to make visitors feel delicious. It looks like leather, and many people even liken it to a human arm soaked in chemicals for a long time. The meat is on display at the Isle of Wight county museum in a temperature-controlled glass case. This is also the place where the world’s oldest peanut tuber is located and the world’s largest block of salted meat weighs more than 29 kg. 2 famous pieces of meat hold the world record. Photo: Mentalfloss. Today, the museum continues to make the interesting journey of the bacon. Every year, a competition called “Pan-Ham” is held. Visitors will bring a photo of Gwaltney and the “pet meat” with them to locations around the world. The winner will receive a basket of peanuts. This particular piece of meat also has a Twitter account with its own account manager. A 24/7 webcam goes live on this account, allowing “fans” to watch the meat wherever it is.

The tribes in Kenya still keep their traditions. The “Soul” of Africa When people think of Africa, people often think of Kenya with iconic images. It is the lone acacia tree silhouetted against the characteristic grasslands (savannas) with an endless horizon. It is the snow-capped mountain that can be seen from the harsh deserts. It’s the palm-fringed, green coastline of the Indian Ocean, the Great Rift valley – traces of an earthquake that tore through the continent tens of millions of years ago, and dense forests reminiscent of the heart. of the continent. Therefore, Kenya is also known as “the country of epic terrains”, it stirs up in our hearts the desire to explore. Kenya is very famous for its movies about the wild world. This is the land of herds of wildebeest and zebras numbering in the millions and the “great predators of Africa” ​​such as lions, hyenas… Kenya is also home to the Tsavo red elephants, Amboseli elephant families in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro and millions of giant flamingos striding across shallow lakes. Africa is the last great wilderness where these creatures exist, and Kenya is the perfect place to respond to Africa’s wild call. Along with that are endangered species like the black rhino being hunted by poachers. Along with its awe-inspiring landscapes and wildlife, Kenya’s long history is particularly fascinating as it is home to some of Africa’s most famous peoples such as the Maasai, the Samburu, Turkana, Swahili, Kikuyu. Their long and lively history, coupled with their unique culture, will give you an unprecedented experience of the struggle to maintain tradition in an increasingly modern and crowded world, the war to survive in some of the harshest environments on earth, an ancient tension between settled farming and migratory tribes. Wildlife in Kenya especially attracts tourists. Tourism and conservation Coming to Kenya, visitors expect to see ancient and wild beauty. Kenya also identifies nature conservation as a national mission. The abundance of wildlife in Kenya is due to the collective efforts of the community. Kenya pioneered the use of armed rangers to protect rhinos and elephants. Kenya brought wildlife back after poaching in the 1970s and 1980s. What’s more, in places like Laikipia and Masai Mara, private and community sanctuaries combine tourism with Community development and wildlife conservation have achieved impressive results. For inspirational travel, few countries can match Kenya. The sanctuaries provide well-protected refuges for some of the most endangered wildlife on the planet, from lions and cheetahs in the southern Masai Mara to elephants and black rhinos in Samburu in the north. . Every year, between June and December, one of the world’s largest and longest animal migrations takes place in East Africa. More than two million wildebeest, zebras and other animals migrate across the Serengeti River to Kenya’s Masai Mara in search of greener pastures. The majority of Kenya’s tourists come between June and October to witness this “great migration”. The migration lasted from 800km to 1,600km. According to Kenya’s Minister of Tourism and Wildlife Najib Balala, August is one of the busiest months for the tourism industry, with arrivals during this period accounting for 10% of the country’s total annual visitors. Kenya, with about 250,000 visitors. Due to the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic, tourism in Kenya has been severely affected, and hunting tour companies in Kenya are facing unprecedented losses. However, this is an opportunity for nature to recover. Many types of animals have strong growth. For example, during the time of the pandemic, Kenya saw the arrival of more than 200 baby elephants, a miracle never before, they were called “Covid Gifts”. This Covid-19 “silent” also offers Kenya the opportunity to refine measures to help economic development go hand in hand with conservation more effectively when tourism reopens.

my country is an ancient civilization with a long history. It has many ancient capitals and ancient cities. Some even ranked four ancient capitals, ten ancient cities, and ten ancient towns. Among the many ancient cities, there is one very special. It is an ancient city built on Jiangxin Island. It is surrounded by water and is very beautiful. Unfortunately, not many people know it, and it can even be described as little known. This ancient city is located in the ancient city of Danzhou in Sanjiang County, Guangxi. The ancient city of Danzhou is bordered by National Highway 209 and Zhiliu Railway in the east, Sanliu Expressway in the west, and about 50 kilometers away from Sanjiang County. The ancient city is located on Jiangxin Island on the Rongjiang River, surrounded by water on all sides. The island covers an area of ​​about 1.6 square kilometers and is home to five ethnic groups, Dong, Miao, Yao, Zhuang, and Han. There are 72 surnames, more than 200 households, and a total of more than 1,100 residents. Danzhou is not accessible by road. The ferry is the only means of entry and exit. The scenic spot does not charge tickets, but the ferry fee is charged. The ferry fee is 20 yuan per person (including the tickets). There is almost no need to wait. When the boatman sees someone boarding the boat, it will start immediately. It can be delivered to the island in a few minutes. It is said that the local government had previously intended to build a bridge to connect the island, but it was met with unanimous opposition from Danzhou villagers. Their reason is that “Once there is a bridge, there will be no Danzhou.” If the bridge is built, China’s only ancient city on the water will no longer exist. Because of this, tourists must ferry into the ancient city of Danzhou. Regarding the architecture of the ancient city of Danzhou, there is an ancient poem circulating in the local area: “Smelling Yinchuan around Danyang, dreaming of haze and melting the river. The Minyue Guild Hall talks about elegance, and the Danzhou Academy cooks articles. The fisherman sings in anticipation of Xiaoyue, and visitors share the joy of morning light. “Revisit the resort to look for historical sites, and go upstairs to write about the vicissitudes of life.” Basically, the ancient buildings of the ancient city such as Danzhou Academy, Minyue Guild Hall, East Gate Tower, North Gate Tower, and Ancient City Wall are summarized. As for the origin of the ancient city of Danzhou, there are relevant historical records. Danzhou was named after the 17th year of Wanli in the Ming Dynasty. When Su Chaoyang, the local magistrate, visited Danzhou, he saw that the island looked like a fish with its head and tail raised. Leap to the sky, leading the way. The distant view is surrounded by green hills and green water wrapped around the waist. It means that the barrier is the mountain and the sky is the water. So I decided to move the county seat to this continent. It was the end of autumn and the beginning of winter. However, the maple leaves of Manchuria were all dyed and red, so I named this place. For Danzhou. Since Su Chaoyang built the city here, the county government in Danzhou has been over 340 years ago. It was not until the 21st year of the Republic of China (that is, 1932) that the county seat was moved to Guyi. Slowly fell silent. The ancient city was severely damaged in the last century. There are very few ancient buildings that have survived. Among them, the Minyue Guild Hall is one of the best. It is understood that the Minyue Guild Hall, also known as Tianhou Palace, is located on the northeast side of Danzhou and was built in the Ming Dynasty. At the end of the Qing Dynasty, it has a history of more than 300 years. It was built by an old man named Xue who was doing business here and spent thousands of taels of silver. The layout of the guild hall is built according to the Tianhou Temple in Zhangzhou, Fujian. It faces east from the west, the main hall to the west, the front hall to the east, and the wing building on the north and south sides. A statue of Shuo Mazu in the center of the main hall is dedicated to the worship and worship of merchants traveling from the north to the south. The front hall and the main hall are connected as a whole, and the momentum is magnificent. The guild hall has high walls and green tiles, with simple and beautiful paintings on the walls. It is one of the largest Matsu temples in the Lingnan area. There is a couplet in front of the gate of the Minyue Guild Hall. The upper couplet is “The vastness and virtue are in the water”, and the lower couplet is “Obviously, I am in position.” Heng criticized the “Fujian and Guangdong Family”. The fourth word in the upper and lower Lian is “Queen of Heaven”, which means that the wisdom and noble virtue of the goddess of the Queen of Heaven occupies an infinitely lofty position in the minds of Fujian people. The horizontal batch of “Fujian and Guangdong family” does not refer to Fujian and Guangdong, but only refers to Fujian, that is, the same town in Fujian is a family. The grass-covered wall in the picture above is the oldest section of the city wall on Danzhou. It is a real old antique. The information on the side shows that it was built in the 19th year of Wanli in the Ming Dynasty (AD 1591) and consumed tens of thousands of silver at that time. . The city wall is based on blue stone, and the wall is rammed with two-sided masonry. The circumference is 879 meters, the height is 5.3 meters, and the thickness is 3.6 meters. 450 battlements are used by guards to release arrows during war. Due to long years of disrepair, in addition to the preservation effect of the northern city wall, half of the eastern city wall remains. The west and south city walls and gates have collapsed or demolished. The current city wall has only left more than 300 meters on the east and north sides, all of which have been included in Guangxi. Key cultural relics protection units. There are four main roads in the ancient city. One of the core roads is called Fujian Street. It is located in the northeast outside the ancient city and has a total length of more than 120 meters. In the late Ming and early Qing Dynasties, the administrative system of Danzhou has been stabilized. The transportation of freight is guaranteed by safety, so it is very prosperous. The ancient city has two gates, namely the North Gate and the East Gate. The North Gate, also known as “Zhiding Gate”, also has the characters “Beidilou” on the tower, which is located on the north side of the Danzhou City Wall. The four gates of the Danzhou city wall as a whole. Now, Zhiding Gate is the most intact ancient building of the Ming Dynasty among the four gates. There are 19 steps up to the gate, and it is the most intact monument on Danzhou Island. As for why it is called Zhidingmen, the local staff introduced it like this: During the Ming Dynasty, the border between Guangxi and Guizhou was mostly high and large mountainous areas, also known as barren land, with backward culture and extremely underdeveloped economy. There are often ethnic minorities who are dissatisfied with the oppression of Han officials and hold uprisings to occupy the mountain as king. Therefore, the war continued. After Su Chaoyang moved the county seat to Danzhou, four gates and walls were built. This gate faces the north, the border area of ​​Guangxi and Guizhou, and is named “Administration”, which means peace through governance and management. Looking down on Danzhou from the air, except for the cross-shaped old streets, all other areas are filled with greenery, and these greens are basically grapefruit trees, because Danzhou is a veritable “township of grapefruit”, and local residents plant sand fields. Pomelo makes a living, so that the entire ancient city is hidden in the pomelo grove. Almost every house is surrounded by pomelo trees, and behind the house is a pomelo garden. You visit here every autumn, but you can taste the authentic Shatian pomelo, which is said to be the same as Yulin. The county Shatian pomelo has the same name. The only ancient city on the water in China, although Danzhou is not as large as the ancient cities of Pingyao, Lijiang, and Lang, it also has its own charm. Unfortunately, few people know it. Not to mention that it is rarely known in other provinces, but it is similar to that in Guangxi. Compared with the ancient town of Huangyao, it can be said to be obscured. Fortunately, it has now begun to attract people’s attention and has been successfully promoted to a national AAAA-level tourist attraction. If you come to Liuzhou for tourism, then go to this unique Danzhou Don’t miss the ancient city.

Today, the area around the southern foot of the Qinling Mountains, which is sparsely populated, is still an economically backward area. So when I took a green train and crossed the high mountains of the Qinling Mountains to the junction of the three provinces of Shaan, Gansu and Sichuan, I realized that there was an ancient city that had been prosperous for thousands of years. It is the ancient city of Fengzhou. Before the “May Day” holiday, I went for a slow trip to Qinling. Departing from Xi’an, take a green leather train along the Baocheng Railway all the way south to Fengxian, Baoji. The Baocheng Railway is a traffic artery connecting the Great Northwest and the Great Southwest, and it is also the first electrified railway in my country. The section from Baoji Station to Fengxian Station is the most difficult and dangerous section of the entire Baocheng Railway. Along the way, it passes through the Qinling tunnel group and the scenery is amazing. It also makes me sigh the vastness of the Qinling Mountains and the hardships of the Baocheng Railway project. Arrive at the previous station in Fengxian, passing by the “Fengzhou” station. A friend who has been to Fengxian told me that Fengzhou is the old county seat of Fengxian, and it was also an ancient city with a long history. But now it is “downgraded” into a village, and not many people know it. So when we returned, we deliberately came to the ancient city of Fengzhou, looking for the imprint of time in this “abandoned” thousand-year-old city… The history of the ancient city of Fengzhou can be traced back to the establishment of the “Gudao County” in the early Qin Dynasty. In 1951, the county government moved from Fengzhou to Shuangshipu Town. Despite military disputes and dynasties, Fengzhou has always been the seat of the state, county, and county. Historically, it has governed the Guangyuan area of ​​Sichuan and southeastern Gansu, and has been the political, economic, and cultural center of the region for more than 2,200 years. After the relocation of the county seat in 1951, this thousand-year-old city declined to its lowest point in history-becoming an administrative village in Fengzhou Town. The location of the ancient city of Fengzhou can be described as “by the mountain and by the water”. The first picture in the article was taken by me standing in the scenic spot of Xiaocai Temple opposite the ancient city of Fengzhou. From a high place, you can clearly see that this thousand-year-old city is surrounded by the peaks of the Qinling Mountains, and the Jialing River flows slowly from the side…Houses lined up to the north of the Qinling Phoenix Ridge, and several sections of Fengzhou’s soil can be seen on the west. Ruins of the city wall. Today, the Provincial Highway 212 and the Baocheng Railway “sandwich” Fengzhou between the north and the south; in ancient times, this was the place where Baoxie Road, Lianyun Road and the old road leading to Sichuan and Tianshui in Gansu must pass. In the depths of the Qinling Mountains, the thousand-year-old city that connects Shaan, Gansu and Sichuan seems to be blocked from traffic. According to the “Fengxian County Chronicles”, after the opening of the plank road across the Qinling Mountains, merchants from north to south gathered here, and more and more inns and restaurants in Fengzhou City. In the early years of the Republic of China, Fengzhou City had more than ten large business houses, silver shops, and silver shops, more than ten grocery and cloth shops, and oil shops, hotels, and dye shops. Business was booming. Dongguan was particularly prosperous, and the north-south travels were particularly prosperous. The merchants live here, and inns and inns are often full.” So, what is left in Fengzhou today? From the county seat of Fengxian County, take the bus No. 6 and get off at Xiaocai Temple Station, and you can see that the cliffs of the majestic Douji Mountain are “inlaid” with many splendid Buddhist temples. The former Fengzhou ancient city is directly opposite to Xiaocai Temple. We randomly found an alley and walked into it. At the end of the alley is the Qinling Phoenix Ridge, and the back is the Qinling Douji Mountain. Looking up, I really feel that this is an ancient city hidden in the arms of the Qinling Mountains. Although Fengzhou is now downgraded to a village, its scale is much larger than I thought. The overall layout of the village is like a chessboard with many lanes. We walked around as we wanted, and we also encountered many old houses from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The architectural style of residential buildings in Fengzhou is different from that of southern Shaanxi, but somewhat similar to the style of Guanzhong courtyard. However, due to land reform and other reasons, although many old houses can be seen as a courtyard layout, they are no longer owned by one household, but are divided into several households. And there are more old houses, some of them have become dilapidated houses, and some of them are empty and seem to be deserted. We went around Fengzhou Village in a big circle. There were no traces of the county government, Guangfo Temple, casino, smoking house, brothel, etc., which were recorded in history. Only beside the Fengzhou Memorial Hall on the east side of the village, we saw the complex The built Chenghuang Temple and Confucian Temple. You need to buy tickets to enter these two buildings. After a glance at the brand new exterior walls, we left. Follow the village to the north, and you can walk to the Guangcheng Railway. This is the highest part of the village, and originally there were ruins of the city wall. Probably because of the construction of the Guangcheng Railway, the ruins of the ancient city wall disappeared. According to the “Fengxian County Chronicles”, during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, the amount of silver spent on urban construction in Fengzhou alone was 16,668 taels. The original city wall of Fengzhou City had a perimeter of four li, two feet and five feet high, and one foot and five feet wide. There were 848 brick stacks and three towers in the east, west and north. Now we can only see the ruins of the former city wall on the west side of the village. Those lonely loess walls are probably proof that the ancient city of Fengzhou was once brilliant… For a long period of time in history, the ancient city of Fengzhou was the economic and cultural center of the upper reaches of the Jialing River at the southern foot of the Qinling Mountains. . Nowadays, if it were not for the reminder of the signs beside Provincial Highway 212, few people would know that there is such a prosperous ancient city in the depths of the Qinling Mountains… It is said that Fengxian is already preparing to build the “Fengzhou Ancient City” and hope to make it Build a 5A scenic spot. I don’t know what it will look like when it’s goodbye? If you want to learn more about popular and fun tourist destinations, you are welcome to pay attention to “Xiaoyu’s Travel Diary”. Discover more beautiful worlds with Xiaoyu!

The hundreds of years old tea fields in Suoi Giang are the key highlights in the strategy of developing green tourism services, the identity of Van Chan district. Located in the North of Van Chan district, Yen Bai province, Suoi Giang commune is favored by nature in terms of land, cool climate of the high mountains over 1,000m above sea level to grow crops of economic value. high, it’s Shan Tuyet tea. 98% of the commune’s population is H’mong and for hundreds of years, the people have known how to grow tea. The ancient tea tree in Suoi Giang can be from 2 to 5m high, with a canopy of 2-4m wide. The tea buds are big, the shrimp has white snow, the whiter, the higher the content of micronutrients in the tea. Shan Tuyet Suoi Giang tea has long been famous at home and abroad due to its very high product quality with aroma, rich taste and rich nutrition. Currently, the commune has over 674 hectares of tea, including 193 hectares of ancient tea. “70% of households in the commune grow tea,” said Mr. Giang A Dang, Secretary of the Party Committee of Suoi Giang commune. The Secretary of the Commune Party Committee also has 3 hectares of ancient tea. The purchase price of fresh bud tea in Suoi Giang commune reached an average of 20,000 VND/kg; The production value brought to tea growers is about 20 billion VND/year. Tea is the main source of income for agricultural households in the area – said Vice Chairman of the Commune People’s Committee Mua A Giang. The price of the product depends on the type, ranging from 150,000 to 650,000 VND/kg, the delicious kind is about 3 million VND/kg – said Ms. Lam Thi Kim Thoa, Director of Suoi Giang Tea Cooperative. “The most precious tea must be made from hundreds of years old tea tree buds on high mountain peaks, covered with clouds and dew all year round, imbued with the quintessence of earth and sky. It is a high-class tea, cherished as a precious medicine, just for a gift, it can be up to 50 million VND / kg”, said Mr. Dang Thai Son – who has a deep understanding of Suoi Giang tea. Or that, now hundreds of years old ancient tea gardens, rough trunks, white mold are not only a place to provide clean raw materials for processing high-class Shan Tuyet Suoi Giang tea products, but also a tourist destination. tourist attractions. “Having to visit the garden, see firsthand the hundred-year-old tea trees, the tree stump is bigger than an adult thigh; Being able to climb the tree to pick fresh tea buds, one shrimp and two leaves, to taste the acrid taste and then enjoy the sweet aftertaste of the tea, there’s nothing more exciting than that” – Ms. Kan shared. Comrade Mai Mong Tuan – Secretary of the Van Chan District Party Committee said, the Resolution of the Party Congress of Van Chan district, term 2021 – 2026 defines: “Promoting the development of green tourism services, identity, bringing tourism to life Tourism has become an important economic sector of the district. Suoi Giang is on the list of places to develop green tourism services with local identity. In this direction, the district’s goal is to focus on protecting and developing safe, sustainable Shan Tuyet tea, organic farming; raise the value of products and develop the brand name and trademark of Suoi Giang tea in order to help growers, enterprises and cooperatives in producing, processing and trading tea to get rich from tea trees; to associate the protection and development of tea areas with the development of community eco-tourism. Mr. Dang Duy Hien – Chairman of Van Chan District People’s Committee affirmed that following the above orientation, the district will protect the integrity of Suoi Giang ancient tea area to serve the province’s eco-tourism projects. In addition, the locality organizes propaganda, training and technical transfer instructions for tea growers to understand the basic techniques to affect tea plants, help protect tea plants, increase yield and quality. and ensure the growth and development of the old tea area as well as the newly planted tea area. From this orientation and solution of the party committee, local government, Suoi Giang tea and other services that “follow” the reputation of Suoi Giang tea are facing many favorable opportunities for development in the coming time. Now, going to Suoi Giang, visitors can enjoy high-class dining and accommodation services right in the middle of ancient tea fields. Recently, a business has boldly invested tens of billions of dong to build Suoi Giang Cultural Space. From this cultural space, visitors can see the roofs of the Mong people hidden among the mountains and clouds; enjoy a quiet resting space amidst the vast green tea plantations; enjoy the national specialties, including new dishes such as grilled meat rolls, young tea leaves eaten raw with herbs; enjoy tea through a very sophisticated brewing process performed by artisans who have undergone training in the art of tea making. Secretary of the District Party Committee Mai Mong Tuan added that in the coming time, the district will focus on trademark protection, promotion and management of Suoi Giang tea brand in domestic and foreign markets; diversifying forms of business, promotion and advertising of local products. At the same time, encourage people to effectively and sustainably exploit tourism potentials; improve product quality, promote activities, develop green tourism services and identity. On the side of the people, especially the Mong ethnic people – the owner of Shan Tuyet Suoi Giang tea, they are trying to preserve the ancient tea trees in order to turn the tea fields into an indispensable destination in the tour. invest in repairing houses, preserving national cultural identity to develop community-based tourism in association with agricultural production development, creating sustainable livelihoods./.

The Guyan Painting Township is located in Bihu Town and Dagangtou Town, Liandu District, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province. It is only 20 kilometers away from the downtown area of ​​Lishui. It consists of two parts, the “Guyan” and the “Painting Township” on both sides of Daxi. We know that Lishui is the prefecture-level city with the largest land area in Zhejiang Province. It is known as the “No. 1 City in the National Ecological Environment” and is known as the “Zhejiang Green Valley”. As the cultural epitome of ecology and humanity in Lishui, Guyan Painting Town, this ancient town can be said to be beautiful and wonderful. It is a typical representative of the Jiangnan water town. It has the most magnificent scenery of the eight hundred miles of Ou River. It attracts every year. A large number of art lovers come here to sketch and create. Nowadays, Guyan Painting Village has become a well-known art hometown in China, and it is a base for art sketching, artistic creation, oil painting production and photography creation. How can you miss the glorious and heroic beauty of Tongjiyan when you come to Guyan Painting Village. It was built in the Southern Dynasties and is one of the five major water conservancy irrigation projects in ancient my country. It has a history of more than 1,500 years. It is composed of arched dams, Tongji sluices, stone letters, leaf caves, channels, pole sluices, lake ponds, etc. Part of the composition is a bamboo-like water conservancy irrigation system that focuses on attracting the public and taking into account the storage and drainage. It is the first batch of selected World Irrigation Project Heritage in China and the only World Irrigation Project Heritage in Zhejiang Province. It was even selected a few years earlier than the famous Zheng Guoqu and Dujiangyan. The entire water conservancy project has set two “world’s best”, namely, the world’s earliest arched dam and the world’s earliest overpass. Together with related ancient roads, inscriptions, buildings, etc., they are both precious and important cultural relics. Study precious materials of ancient water conservancy projects in my country. Since we talked about Tongji Weir, Yantou Village, a thousand-year-old village built around the weir, naturally has to be mentioned. It is named after the weir and is the core area of ​​the ancient weir painting village landscape. Not only is the historical environment long and unique, but the natural scenery is also extremely beautiful. The neatly arranged courtyard courtyard and the exquisitely carved horse head wall show an antique charm against the backdrop of the towering ancient weir. It is one of the birthplaces of the famous “Barbizon Oil Painting” and the creative base of the hometown of Chinese photography. Dagangtou Village, the “land of painting” across the river, has small bridges and flowing water, stone alleys, ancient houses and ancient streets, as well as Pinghu Qiuyue, Lanyan Misty, and Lonely Fishing Boat. The ancient camphor tree of thousands of years old, lush and luxuriant, witnessed the long history of the ancient village, the century-old streets full of fireworks, gentle and poetic, isolated from the chaos and hustle and bustle. There is no extreme prosperity here, only the drunk years and the intoxicating warm wind. Wandering between the ancient villages, whether it is the scene or the painter, it is the most beautiful scenery in the ancient town.

The ancient town of Nianbadu is located in Quzhou City, Zhejiang Province. Yes, that’s right! It is Quzhou, which has opened “Global Free Tour” for several consecutive years and is known as the “largest” city in Zhejiang. It is hidden in the deep mountains and valleys of Xianxialing Mountains. It is hailed by some experts and scholars as a “cultural enclave” and “a dream left in the mountains.” Different from the gentle and beautiful Jiangnan water town in our traditional impression, this ancient town has a dangerous terrain and sits at the junction of the three provinces of Fujian, Zhejiang and Jiangxi. It is difficult to defend, and the commercial port is prosperous. Historically, it has always been the place where soldiers were stationed in the past and the first town from Fujian to Zhejiang. “Nian Ba ​​Du”, just seeing this name gives people a feeling of being separated from the world. At the end of the Tang Dynasty more than a thousand years ago, the Huangchao uprising army attacked Fujian and opened up an ancient Xianxia road here, making the small town on the edge of this ancient road also recorded in history. In the Northern Song Dynasty, there were 44 capitals in southern Zhejiang, and the town ranked 28th, hence the name Nianbadu. Since the Xianxia Ancient Road was the only passage between Fujian and Zhejiang at that time, with the progress of history, it gradually changed from the original military route to the later business route, and the ancient town, as a transportation hub that must be passed on the way, gradually It has become the most prosperous commercial port on the border of the three provinces, and many people have migrated here with their families. As a result, the town now has 130 surnames and 9 dialects among the population of more than 10,000. It has become a unique “ancient town for ordinary people” and “dialect kingdom”. . Since the ancient town is located in Zhejiang, people can’t help but remind people of the scenery of the water village of “Hu Zang Yanpu, furniture painting boat”, which is actually true. The ancient town of Nianbadu, which was built in the Tang Dynasty and prospered in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, although the prosperity of the past is no longer there, it still retains the traditional style of the 19th century. The ancient houses of Ming and Qing dynasties with black tiles and blue walls built by the river are well-preserved and scattered, vaguely inlaid between the poetic and painting-like clear water and green mountains. When you walk into the ancient town, you will find that you are walking through an ancient architectural museum, with temples, pavilions, ancient bridges, and archways, which makes people feel that this piece of ancient building with exquisite layout, magnificent scale, unique style and exquisite craftsmanship is in front of you. Group and felt heartfelt admiration. Of course, due to the phenomenon of immigration in history, the various styles of folk customs handed down in the ancient town are also great attractions, such as “Lian Knife Meat”, “Carrying a Literal Ceremony”, Making Flower Lanterns, Walking on Stilts, etc., which have been passed down from generation to generation in the ancient town. The folk customs and customs reflect the ancient cultural customs of the ancient town. So for Nianbadu, as the most special ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River, with a population of more than 10,000 and more than 130 castes in 9 dialects, would you be willing to learn about it?

Panoramic view of Villa La Grange from above. Villa La Grange built in the 18th century is no stranger to many historical events and famous characters. In 1864, it was the site of the closing gala dinner of the first Geneva Convention on assisting wounded soldiers on the battlefield, marking the introduction of humanitarian law. The event was attended by Henry Dunant, founder of the International Red Cross. More than a century later, in June 1969, Pope Paul VI himself celebrated Mass in front of a crowd of 70,000. It was the only space large enough in Geneva at the time to accommodate such a large crowd. La Grange Park, the largest park in the city, is a perfect setting for the villa and it is surrounded by many large trees to the south and offers completely unobstructed views. Over the past week, Villa La Grange has witnessed a lot of activities to prepare for the historic summit between the two leaders of Russia and the US on June 16. Preparations for the historic meeting in the lakeside villa are underway. Inside, the craftsmen repaired and gilded the items. The heavy lampstands have been cleaned, ready to welcome the two heads of state and the delegation. Outside, security measures are also implemented. A metal fence was built around the villa. At the entrance, two stone lions, the iconic “guardians” of this peak, are washed with a high-pressure cleaner. Villa La Grange is the place where the historic Russia-US summit took place. In the 1960s, businessman Jacques Franconis was the first to shape the original land of Villa La Grange. It was later acquired by banker Marc Lullin in 1706. It was the Lullin family who built the first villa on the property between 1768 and 1773 and built a French garden. Devastated by the French Revolution, Jean Lullin sold the entire place to a shipowner in the city, François Favre, who made a fortune trading with the East. The Favre family renovated the house and park, building a large library in 1821, which housed Guillaume Favre’s prestigious collection of some 15,000 works. In this vast library, there are two red chairs placed on either side of a globe, as if ready to welcome two presidents. Large library in Villa La Grange. In the spring, the Geneva city government organizes guided tours of the villa, allowing the public to explore the living rooms, bedrooms and library. It was Guillaume Favre’s grandson who had previously donated the villa and park to the city of Geneva in 1917. A year after his death, he left the library legacy to the city. In 1918, the park was opened to the public.

Golden sunshine, green stream flowing between the rocks. Da Dia Stream at TT Yaly (Chu Pah district, Gia Lai) is extremely unique because of the miracle of nature that has carved disc-shaped blocks of stone on top of each other in this highland. Many people have known that Da Dia Ghenh is a national scenic spot in Phu Yen. But in this village of Van (TT YaLy), there is a place perhaps very few people know, where the scenery is wild with green forests on both sides, and the stone blocks are arranged very delicately by mother nature. and so majestic. Plates of stone stacked on top of each other. The land of the central highlands is not only famous for the ching gongs, with the dry nights that retain the vitality of a series of epics, not only the rice wine, the long houses and the brocade, but also There is an emerging natural place like the scenic Ghenh Da Dai in Phu Yen, which is Suoi Da Dia in Chu Pah district (Gia Lai). Da Dia stream has the same beauty as Ghenh Da Dia in Phu Yen. The type of rock here is basalt that formed several hundred million years ago, created by volcanic activity in the highlands. Perhaps in ancient times, when lava flows erupted from volcanoes when meeting cold water, they froze, combined with the phenomenon of stress, causing these lava blocks to naturally crack into many dimensions. creating strange and mysterious beautiful stones like today. What’s special is that there are hundreds of hexagonal, circular or square blocks, one layer on top of another, consecutive and close together like the hand of some god. Layers of stones stacked on top of each other create a wonder. Although there is no sunshine and blue sea like Ghenh Da Dia in Phu Yen, this Da Dia Stream has a distinct feature. The rock formations with different shapes match with the symphony of the stream flowing throughout the night and day, along with the highland yellow sunshine and clear blue sky at the end of the windy season. Those who come to this place, not only discover the natural beauty of the rock, but also feel the peace away from the hustle and bustle of the city, mingle with nature, with sunshine, wind and river. great stream. What could be more delicious than that! Many people come here to take good pictures. This place of Da Dia Stream is really a wonderful masterpiece that nature has bestowed on this place. A beautiful wonder between the shifting fields, and the mountains and forests of the Central Highlands. Perhaps, many people will have enchanting photos with this special and very few known destination. There is no need to go to Phu Yen to see the disc rock rapids when in Gia Lai it is not inferior, right?

The picture of “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” is extremely beautiful. In the first shot of the movie, Li Mubai walks by the half-crescent pond, surrounded by Huizhou-style houses with white walls and tiles. The momentum is extraordinary and exquisite, elegant and elegant. The painting does not lose the color of the fireworks in the world-it is such a freeze frame that makes the village chief Hong in the hearts of many people. In Hongcun, there are different beauties throughout the year. When I came to Hongcun in spring, I saw a beautiful spring scenery. The cold of a season melted in the spring breeze and the spring water was rippling. The whole village bloomed, spread, and became noisy in the water. People always compare Hongcun to “people in the peach blossom field” and “the countryside in Chinese paintings.” However, if you look deeply, what really makes an ancient village exudes charm may not only be its beautiful appearance, deep and heavy history, and those who have lived in it for generations. People in China, even the old house where the emotions and memories of their ancestors are stored, may be the most moving firework, making a village not just a protected building, but full of vitality and vitality. Walking into Hongcun, the most eye-catching thing is this “painted bridge”. It may be the most photographed scenic spot in Hongcun. It is built with blue stones, and the bridges and railings of the bridge have been mottled after wind and rain, and they are slightly curved. The bridge hole outlines a touch of ancient meaning, and the green face is covered with traces of time. The cyan lake is very vibrant, and the houses built along the water are surrounded by mountains and grow quietly at the foot of the mountains. They have a special Chinese taste, which seems to draw people back to the old time and make people fascinated. In a huge village, densely arranged houses with blue tiles and white walls, even if you only overlook it from a distance, you can feel the breath of people living in it. Spring blows through the village, flowers are blooming, vegetation sprouts, and the whole village is full of life. The white walls and black tiles outlined by black lines are the calm and solemn of the Huizhou style. The style of the folk houses is in line with the Chinese aesthetics, and the elegant colors naturally have its flavor. This calmness is more elegant in the vibrant spring, always reminding people of the faint rain and delicate wind. In the center of Hongcun is the moon marsh, which is also the central area where tourists gather. Looking over the moon marsh, a pool of clear water is like a piece of agate dotted in the village. Water is the symbol of spring. When the water turns green, spring wakes up. The entire structure of Hongcun is like the shape of a cow, with horns, cow head, cow tongue, cow body, cow stomach, cow intestines, and cow feet. Looking down from a high place, the clear water is flowing, the water is active, and the ancient village is particularly watery and nourished. The story and feelings of Hongcun are engraved on this tall and short building. The pink wall and the Daiwa horse head wall are the most classic scenes of Huizhou residences. The black dots are attached to the large blank space, just like a little ink on rice paper, and the meaning of ink emerges spontaneously. This is also the most beautiful ink painting scroll in China. A spring flower with a vibrant beauty blooms quietly in front of the primitive wooden windows, but it makes people smell the prosperous breath of spring, reminds of a certain flower-like woman, her innocent and lively seems to be a branch, Connecting the spring and the village. Known as the “Country in Chinese Painting”, Hongcun really deserves its reputation. Every season and every moment here has a different scene. However, if spring comes, you will be lucky enough to see its most beautiful appearance. (You are welcome to like and leave a message in the comment area. For more exciting content, stay tuned / Failed Jinshi)

There has not been a study stating the time period when Quang products began to be exported to other countries, only that, as early as 1925, in the study on Quang Ngai, French Ambassador Laboord wrote that day: ” The wealth and abundance of this province also lies in the cultivation of sugarcane… The harvesting of sugarcane has found a regular exit from the Chinese in Thu Xa. They will export molasses to Hong Kong… They already export up to 12,000 tons of sugar a year.” The busy Phu Tho wharf is now just a peaceful and quiet residential area. Photo: Y THUY In the editorial Quang Ngai province, advocated by Nguyen Ba Trac, printed in Nam Phong magazine in 1933, it also helps us visualize the export of goods of the Quang Ngai people in the past as follows: “Quang Ngai has 3 gates. Big sea: Son Tra estuary in Binh Son, Co Luy estuary in Tu Nghia and Sa Huynh estuary in Duc Pho. Each gate has a Department of Commerce to tax export and import goods. Regarding goods exported through seaports, Quang Ngai province also stated that: “The most important export item of Quang Ngai province is sugar. The place to export the most is Co Luy estuary carried out by Thu Xa city. Ginseng and cinnamon are sold at Son Tra gate, salt is sold at Sa Huynh gate. Particularly for Quang Ngai sugar specialties exported through 3 seaports of Co Luy, Son Tra, Sa Huynh; Quang Ngai province also detailed that, in 3 years 1929 – 1931, Quang Ngai exported 24.1 tons of sugar. In addition to the above products, in the Quang Ngai Geography also mentioned more about the export of rice: “The number of rice exported through the seaports of Co Luy, Son Tra and Sa Huynh in 1931 was still over 80 tons. This is the amount of rice sold by landowners to private traders for export. From the above documents, it can be affirmed that the ownership of large seaports has helped trade and export goods from Quang Ngai to developed countries very early. The reason why Son Tra estuary (Sa Can) is the main export place of cinnamon products is because the source of cinnamon from Tra Bong is quite conveniently transported by traders along the Tra Bong river down to the sea estuary. In Sa Huynh (Duc Pho), because salt is produced by people right next to the sea mouth, salt becomes the main export product through this estuary. As for the Co Luy gate, according to cultural researcher Cao Van Chu, this is the gateway for sugar products from the Quang Ngai plain to other parts of the country and the world, not only through China, but also through China. and through Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore… There are no boats now At Co Luy, from ancient times, Chinese merchant ships, after entering this seaport, often anchored at Phu Tho wharf (in the territory of Nghia Phu commune, Quang Ngai city today). Here, goods transported from China such as silk, pottery, traditional medicine… will be unloaded on small boats and transported back to Vuc Hong wharf in Thu Xa (in Nghia Hoa commune, district). Tu Nghia today) delivered to the merchants there. After that, traders in Thu Xa again unloaded Quang Ngai products such as sugar, honey, and agarwood… and then transported them down to Phu Tho wharf and loaded them on Chinese merchant ships to take them back to China. Salt is the main export product through Sa Huynh gate, but for many years, the price has always dropped, making salt farmers less interested in keeping the job. Photo: Y THUY According to the documents in the book Co Luy in the stream of Vietnamese marine culture by author Cao Chu, in the documents of Quang Ngai Province recorded in 1906 by the French colonial government, maritime transportation in Co Luy was It is clearly shown as follows: “In: 330 merchant ships in Central Vietnam entered, 8 sailing ships from Cochinchina arrived, forming a total of 3,000 tons. Ra: 430 sailing ships of China, 27 sailing ships of Cochinchina, 20 sailing ships of Tonkin, combined to a tonnage of 13,000 tons. According to Nguyen Thi Mot, 88 years old, living in Nghia Phu, in the past, Phu Tho wharf was always crowded with boats. Seeing that merchant ships bought sugar in large quantities for export, many people in Nghia Phu also went to trade in sugar in the past. After finding sugar-making villages in Nghia Dung, Nghia Dung to buy spoon sugar, people went back to work to cut the sugar into small lumps, then use a mallet to rub the sugar into powder. Finished sugar is packed into bags to sell to Chinese merchant ships, or to boats going south and north. It used to be one of the busiest trading ports in the province. However, now, Co Luy estuary is just an alluvial estuary, with few ships and boats absent. Once the most important export of Quang Ngai, but now the sugar processing factory in Quang Ngai has also ceased operations. One commodity that used to be the main export product through Sa Huynh gate is salt, which has fallen into a state of “falling in price” for many years, making salt farmers no longer interested in keeping the job… I don’t know when. , those products have regained their “position” as before?

The village road, the entrance to the house are all made of stone. Those are the most typical features in Loc Yen (in Tien Canh commune, Tien Phuoc district, Quang Nam province). There, hundreds of years old old houses, mossy stone alleys hidden under straight, green areca trees are likened to a fairy scene in Quang. The ancient well in Loc Yen village was built of stone nearly 200 years old. Throughout this ancient village, many people will be surprised by the ancient, peaceful and healthy beauty of the gates, alleys and even the “woven” stone fence walls. The stone walls are straight, as high as people, many sections are many years old, covered with moss color. The stone wall here not only acts as a shield but also has the task of preventing sudden earth blocks from falling from the hills above, helping to protect the village and the fields that are located close to the mountain. The people here know how to make use of the stones, sometimes flat and square stones to create very special stone walls, stone gates, stone alleys without any mortar. sticky. Over time, those stone walls, those stone gates still stand firmly, unmoving. Many old houses more than 150 years old are still preserved. These stone gates, stone alleys and even the village roads paved with stone have been around for more than a hundred years, at least since he was born, whenever there is damage, people will find and arrange stones themselves. short now. Thanks to that sense of preservation, this rustic “property” has continued to be preserved until now, bringing a unique and characteristic beauty to this countryside. “The stone gates, stone alleys or village roads are paved with stone, easy to have for more than a hundred years, but not less. Since I was born, there have been, where damaged, people automatically pick up stones and reassemble. That’s why the stone fences are still almost intact to this day,” said Mr. Nguyen Nhu Hien (70 years old) excitedly showing off the village’s property, as if it were his own. People in the ancient village are always conscious of preserving the beauty of the village. Mr. Ho Duc Tinh – Head of Loc Yen village said that Loc Yen ancient village still has more than ten ancient houses over 200 years old, bearing bold traditional house architecture of the ancient Quang Nam people. The back of the house leans against the solid mountain. The front of the house overlooks a deep stone alley leading to a green field. Not fussy but natural, each house is like a villa. The houses with wooden columns, stone walls with three compartments and two wings with yin and yang tile roofs are hidden in lush green gardens… like keeping the pure Vietnamese architecture, bold regional identity of the ancient Quang people. The spacious and airy brick yard, the soaring rows of areca trees embracing the beautiful deep stone walkways are the noticeable features of the old houses here. Rows of tea with the height of a person’s head are typical of the ancient village. The mossy fences, the grass growing green eyes. In the middle of the early summer afternoon, walking under the stone fences, above are the cedar trees, shady trees, people’s hearts are softened. Not only making fences, the stone walls are also responsible for preventing sudden landslides, protecting houses located on the mountainside, or small fields, vegetable gardens of all kinds located at the foot of the mountain. The wells are always clear and surrounded by stone walls, creating extremely poetic grounds. The village road winding along the fields, following the foot of the mountain is also paved with smooth stone slabs following the footsteps of people. On both sides of the path, rows of green areca trees stretch their leaves, blossoming with white dotted flower buds, falling gently on the village road, the scene is really peaceful. The path in the village is paved with stone, the fence is made of stone. Only a few hundred meters from the provincial road, outside is the hustle and bustle, but here the scenery is quiet, strangely peaceful. Stone alleys, fences or stone gates also have very simple, close and intimate images that are very typical of Quang’s countryside, which are ancient houses in the middle of the green space of gardens. gardens are tiered with straight rock banks; long alleys lined with stone. Huynh Thuc Khang Memorial House, an address that is often visited by many people in this ancient village. Loc Yen ancient village is over 200 years old. The newest ruong houses here are also 150 years old. Many houses have become famous for their sophisticated architecture and carvings with the typical style of ancient artisans, such as the house of Nguyen Huynh Anh, Mr. Nguyen Dinh Man, and Mr. Le Dinh. Sum or Mr. Pham Thoai’s house, Ho Duc Nam… In each house, although the age is different, there is elegance and sophistication in each carving as well as the decoration and arrangement inside. Inside the memorial house of Mr. Huynh Thuc Khang The paved roads lead up to the picturesque old tree-lined houses and there are also the pure, simple, simple, honest and extremely hospitable country people. The ancient village also has the customs, practices, pure Vietnamese lifestyle, and the warm, aromatic, and hospitable behavior of the people of Quang has created a unique and interesting village cultural space. Loc Yen ancient village is one of four ancient villages of the country ranked as a national relic. With the ancient village of Loc Yen, preserving the ancient village and developing it will not only explore the potential of local tourism, but will also contribute to improving the lives of the people here, especially the owners of the old houses. make tourism a driving force for the development of this land.

Ms. Tran Thi Hoa (66 years old, residing in Ha Linh commune) said: “My family has an old leather elm tree. Many people came in to bid tens of millions but I didn’t sell. They like leather elm because it is luxuriant, looks very warm. But I don’t sell because I leave room for my children and grandchildren to go back, and let live trees in the garden make old age fun.” Mulberry trees are found in the mountainous district of Huong Khe (Ha Tinh). The old mulberry trees, woody, grow naturally, so the tree is very beautiful People cut branches to plant new trees Each tree with thousands of fruits, some trees give white and green fruit There are trees that produce red and pink fruits Strawberry skin has a sweet taste. Some trees produce slightly acidic fruit Mr. Nguyen Van Ky (Ha Linh commune, Huong Khe district) said that his family has been growing mulberry trees since 1978. In the garden there are nearly 20 mulberry trees, of which some trees have been sold for tens of millions of dong. /origin. The ancient mulberry tree is over 10 meters high, people must use a ladder to harvest the fruit The price of strawberry skin is from 25,000 to 30,000 VND/kg. People buy strawberries and skins, bring them to the national highway, and sell them to passersby Mrs. Tran Thi Hoa at the root of the family’s ancient mulberry tree The mulberry tree is also a place for girls to go to “check in”, take pictures in virtual life Strawberries are ripe, expected to be harvested in the next two weeks The fruit grows from the trunk to the top Small traders buy at wholesale prices and sell them on the national highway

Shakyamuni Buddha… … and Maitreya Buddha Palace are two of the three large palaces at Quynh Lam Pagoda. Quynh Lam Pagoda is said to have a history of construction from the Ly Dynasty and major restorations in the Tran, Le, and Nguyen dynasties. The stele “Reconstruction and reconstruction of the first Tien Du Son Quynh Lam Pagoda” in front of the present three-door gate shows the history of thousands of years of the pagoda. This stele is 2.46m high, 1.53m wide and 0.25m thick, originally erected in the Ly Dynasty, in the Le Trung Hung period, when the temple was restored, part of the motifs and all illustrations were removed. text of this stele for engraving. This is one of the largest steles of the Ly dynasty still in Quang Ninh. Over time, rain, sun, war, the pagoda became ruins in the mid-twentieth century. The temple has just been restored today and is now one of the largest wooden pagodas in the northern region, built from more than 1,500m3 of ironwood. The magnificence and magnificence of Quynh Pagoda is reflected in the complex of 3 large electric buildings with a total area of ​​more than 1,000m2, rebuilt on the foundation of the old pagoda, with traditional materials, with continuity, selected filter. The Emerald Buddha statue is the highlight of the Luu Ly Buddha Palace of Quynh Lam Pagoda. The outermost large hall is the Shakyamuni Buddha Hall, in addition to many large wooden pillars, there are also two very precious jade wooden columns with a diameter of more than 100cm, with a very pleasant characteristic natural fragrance. The Maitreya Buddha Hall is located in the middle, worshiping the Three Worlds Buddhas. The Buddha Hall of Peace is located at the back. The highlight here is the statue of Buddha Shakyamuni weighing about 3.5 tons, 2.2m high, which was provided by Vingroup with a value of about 20 billion VND. The ancient Quynh Lam pagoda, besides the statue of Maitreya, which is considered the Annam of the Four Great Airs, is also very famous for its steeple. This work is newly built on the old foundation site, with ironwood structural frame. In particular, the large bronze bell hanging here is 200 years old, cast during the restoration and embellishment of the pagoda during the Nguyen Dynasty. The bell of Quynh Lam pagoda was cast from the Nguyen Dynasty. Attached to a long history, Quynh Lam Pagoda saves the names and merits of many monks through the tomb towers still scattered in the temple garden. Especially among them is the ancient stupa built by Zen Master Phap Loa – the second ancestor of the Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen sect, to house the remains of Emperor Tran Nhan Tong and Tue posted the tower as the tomb of Zen. Monk Chan Nguyen, who had great merit in restoring the pagoda under Le Trung Hung. This is also the largest tower still in the tower garden. The stone footings and steps are the architectural relics of the ancient Quynh Lam pagoda. In the past, there was a saying “Muong pagoda yard, Quynh pagoda field” referring to the vast wealth and land of the pagoda. Now, although the area is no longer like that, Quynh Pagoda still has a very spacious campus with many kinds of shady trees. Around the temple garden, visitors can see the remaining ancient relics of the temple, giving visitors more emotions. Most of them are the footstones and stone steps from the Ly, Tran and Le dynasties, in which there are two stone mortars that are part of the nine products of lotus flowers in Quynh Lam and a very large lotus platform in the Le Trung period. hung… Quynh Lam from the past and present, no matter what time it is, is still a scenic spot in the East, bringing a special experience to visitors every time they come back.

There are more job opportunities in your hometown. Who would want to leave their hometown to earn the same amount of money? Many old villagers choose to return to their hometowns to start a business together. Now the number of original villagers in the village has risen to more than 400, and there are more than 600 new and old villagers in Kongxin Village. The number of tourists in 2019 and 2020 has reached 200,000. Seeing that the old house with only broken walls is reborn again, the charm is still there, the beautiful temperament, and the right commercial proportion, walking in the village, seeing the future it hopes, I am really relieved a lot. However, the surrounding villagers also practiced the old saying that it is clear and clear but not demon. No matter how beautiful the store is, it can’t make them clean, neat, and more beautiful. It is still the kind of small workshop. My aesthetics for these people is really desperate. These stores are mainly distributed on the periphery, and some modern buildings have been built, such as square buildings and houses with not tile roofs, which greatly damage the overall landscape. These are the shortcomings and pains I have seen. If the village committee can manage it, such as restricting the style and material of the new building, restricting the height and decoration, and checking the sanitation… it will be better than it is now. I walked every small road in the village and entered every small shop that I could enter. From the noon sun to the starry sky, because of the epidemic, the number of tourists this year was sparse, but the annoying Fujian Xiaoer bite. I had 14 mouths, so I made a voluntary donation of blood. It is not a mosquito, but it is better than the most powerful flower mosquito. One-tenth of a second of contact will leave a mark that can not be eliminated for a few months, and it will be extremely itchy. Autumn is the season when persimmons ripen. I still remember living in a bungalow when I was a child. There was a magical tree planted in the neighbor’s yard in the west yard of my house, half of which was persimmon and half of black dates. In autumn, the orange-yellow big persimmons hang heavily on the branches. Every fall, I start to eat squeaky persimmon tongues. Since I was a child, I have a bad mouth, which is especially suitable for “old ladies slumping”. Sometimes it is astringent, sometimes it is particularly enjoyable, and the persimmons are put in the freezer to freeze them, or even put them in cold water in the next summer. This verb is called “pull”. The shell of the pulled out persimmon is covered with ice. For many years, I thought it was a persimmon peeled off the shell, like the sweat from a cold bottle at room temperature. I didn’t know it was until many years later… There are many persimmon trees in Longtan. There are whole branches of persimmons hanging obliquely by the small river. With the rammed earth wall as the background and the green leaves as the foil, the dark blue tiles look particularly dazzling in the evening. Across the bank, an older painter is painting this scene. There is no sunset on a cloudy day, so the blue light lasts longer. In the past, in autumn, the villagers would make persimmons that they couldn’t eat. One thousand catties was enough. Later, as the number of tourists increased, dried persimmons became a popular commodity. The villagers were overjoyed, but they did not expect that their agricultural products could be sold in this way. Nowadays, persimmons in the whole village can weigh more than 30,000 catties in one season. The same agricultural and sideline products include Pingnan’s famous red and yellow wine, which is brewed by almost every household in Longtan Village. Before the revival of the village, due to traffic congestion, even the best wine could only be sold for five or six yuan per catty, which is an average of only one jar per household per year. By 2017, with the arrival of the cultural and creative industry, tourists and new villagers, popularity and sales have become available, and wine is selling better and better. The price can triple or quadruple, and the average household production is 50 times. Large families can even reach hundreds of altars. The most popular agricultural and sideline products are dried bamboo shoots. I wandered around the village, and I was also looking for a place for dinner. I found a western restaurant called Pusu, which eats pizza. I ate ice cream in the stream next to the small stone bridge. I was interested in the environment and cost-effectiveness. It was much higher than the Tanshe opposite the hotel Jingxuan where we lived. Set the dinner location there. There are a circle of stalls in the main square of the village. They are left over from the hand-made market that ended a while ago. Unfortunately, I didn’t catch up. Some houses were still being renovated. In the evening, a couple took their children and caught them by the river. Fish; there is a girl playing guitar by the river… Is this what Lijiang looked like 20 years ago? I walked into this cafe called Suixi, which can also be called a bookstore or a tea room. The style, layout, architectural style, landscape…It is outstanding in Longtanli Village. I leaned my head and looked at it embarrassingly. I wanted to go in and take a photo. A man who was good at Mandarin told me that I could come in and watch it casually. It looks like the boss, I am also very touched by the open arms. The two-story building is located by the small river. The exquisite small tables and chairs are also covered with dining flags. It is simple and elegant. The windows are quiet and tranquil. The open space downstairs is a small open-air garden with Suixi’s own, with a pastoral scenery. A 28-year-old car that was common in childhood has become a rarity now. It was painted white just as I was circling around. I became the last visitor to see its past life. Half a year later, I started to work on this travel blog, and I started to inquire about the information in Longtan, learned about Suixi’s story, and also respected the man who generously invited strange tourists to browse freely that day-Zeng Wei, a “new villager” from Jiangxi , Opened the first cultural and creative shop in the village. In 2017, he came to Longtan for the first time and fell in love with it at first sight. In December of the same year, he rented this old house of 260 square meters with a history of more than 100 years and spent 20 Ten thousand yuan was transformed into a “Suixi Bookstore”, which provided free space and books to let the culture flow in a long time and moisten things silently. “Suixi Bookstore” then became the public library in the village, and the villagers would come to read books when they were free. Since I also like painting, ancient utensils and tea, tea ceremony, calligraphy and painting, living area and back garden appeared in the bookstore. This cultural exchange complex has received more than 50,000 people since its opening. On the opposite side of Suixi, there is a large courtyard house. It is an exhibition of Shen Minghui’s paintings. The author is a dwarf patient who is only 1.16 meters high. It is said that he used to play a clown in a shopping mall and set up a street stall to make a living. He followed teacher Lin Zhenglu for less than two. In 1999, he had his own studio in Shuangxi. Now, not only can he make a living selling paintings, professional art institutions have organized solo exhibitions for him, and his works have also been selected for the 2017 Lyon Biennale in France. When I went, he was live broadcasting on his mobile phone, explaining his work attentively. At the end of the Longtan Village, there is the Huicun Bridge reconstructed during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty. It is the latest stone-arched wooden house covered bridge in Pingnan County when it was completed. It is called the “last-generation covered bridge”; Longtan Village is currently the only place where Siping opera remains. Every year on the first day of the sixth day of the lunar calendar, in order to commemorate the ascension of the dragon to the sky, the Siping opera will be performed for three days and three nights… My friend and I enjoyed the night in Longtan and had a satisfying meal in Xijian. After reminiscing about this short trip, there were disappointments and hopes. What we saw was more gratification and moving. Touched by the charity organization and rescue effect of Teachers Cheng Meixin and Lin Zhenglu, I am pleased with the virtuous cycle of rescue mode. Hadi, Qianfenxi Village, and Longtanli Village are just a microcosm of the ancient villages of Pingnan, and they are also the future of more than 150 old villages in Pingnan that tend to be hollow. Longtanli Village Address: Longtanli Village, Xiling Township, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province Author: Then dare to love it Independent photographer of literary and artistic style, writer of travel, food and lifestyle Multi-platform certification, signed traveler, gourmet expert Shuangwei: Then dare to love it Without permission, the reproduction or commercial use of any subject is prohibited

When I first walked into this ancient temple, I felt a different kind of tranquility. The fallen leaves of the mountains are covered with moss. Although there are pilgrims or tourists, I don’t feel any commercial atmosphere. I like to belong This sense of tranquility in ancient temples, “Buddha with meditation” is probably the case. In contrast, some so-called well-known ancient temples charge high tickets, and there are so-called “masters” peddling “lighting magical instruments” everywhere, all of which seem to be vulgar. One of the biggest features of Fawang Temple is on these buildings. Most of these buildings are ancient buildings. If you are careful, you can find that the entire temple is made of red stones, especially the stone pillars supporting the temple, which are all made of stone. There are as many as 228 red stone pillars, and there are exquisite carvings on them. The vastness of its engineering is not common in ancient temple buildings, so it also has the reputation of “the world’s masonry first”. Although Fawang Temple looks quiet, the incense here is very strong. In addition to the large and small incense at the entrance of the Daxiong Hall, there are also many visitors on the candlestick next to it. Why is the incense here so strong? Because in the early Qing Dynasty, it was selected by Zen Master Gao Zu Zhangxue of Linji Buddhism Zen Buddhism to be the Buddhist preaching monastery in southern and northern Sichuan. In the later Qing Emperor Qianlong and Gengshen years, the monk Wen Zhu of Sansheng Temple in Chengdu He also came to Fawang Temple as a host, and even opened a Buddhist academy in 1941. These deeds have made Fawang Temple a famous ancient temple in southern Sichuan and northern Guizhou. Another interesting thing here is that in the tenth year of Tongzhi in the Qing Dynasty, Fawang Temple was merged into the “Ten Fang Jungle”, and the Empress Dowager Cixi personally gave a plaque “Fawang Zen Temple” and a half of Luangyi to escort the Tibetan scriptures back to the temple, so Fawang Temple It can also be said to be a royal monastery. It is said that the reason why Empress Dowager Cixi likes this place so much is precisely because the mountains next to it look like “the phoenix is ​​on top and the dragon is below” from a distance, so she is deeply loved by Cixi, but whether this is a rumor or fact is unclear, but it is true. Whether it’s good or fake, it also adds a little bit of strangeness to the Fawang Temple. There is also a Shimen Museum under Fawang Temple, which is also quite peculiar, because the Shimen collected from various places are placed here, not only in different sizes and styles, but also in various styles, and many door frames also have Exquisite carvings, shuttle back and forth between the stone gates, and a sense of a small maze. If you visit Fawang Temple, don’t miss it. But the road is slippery in rainy days, so beware of wrestling! The picture/text is original by Xia Xia Xia, the travel madman, unauthorized reprinting is prohibited About the author: I have traveled to 500+ cities around the world, and have studied abroad at Oxford University in the UK and Waseda University in Japan, as well as an international volunteer in Sri Lanka. Welcome to continue to pay attention and share with you the food, drink and fun of the world. If you like, remember to like and comment. Or share!

Photo: Getty. St Mary Whitby’s Church is Dracula’s church perched on the edge of a cliff in the town of North Yorkshire, where fishermen specialize in fishing. Adjacent to it is Whitby Abbey, which has been abandoned for decades. This monastery is located very close to the cliff, which has become ruined after a landslide and contains ancient tombs. Based on this graveyard, Bram Stoker’s horror novel Dracula was born in 1897. Stoker describes Dracula moving through graveyards and loitering over villages and kidnapping women and children… Dartmoor, Devon Wistman’s Wood, located at 1,200 feet at Dartmoor in Devon, is the precious remains of the ancient forest that covered much of the wasteland, believed to be 9,000 years old, with the remains of ancient forests. rough, stunted oak trees, growing from among moss-covered granite boulders, are now a nature reserve, where visitors feel like they’ve stepped back to centuries ago and completely unaffected by the modern world. Castle Dunluce, Ireland You will feel like you are stepping out into a surreal world when crossing the bridge to Dunluce castle. Dunluce Castle is perched on a ledge next to the edge of a cliff in Northern Ireland, always engulfed in small, fluttering raindrops. Although the castle was once majestic, today it is only the ruins of gothic architecture, with the north wall collapsing into the sea in the 18th century. Castlerigg Stone Circle, Cumbria Castlerigg Stone Circle in Keswick, Cumbria is where the ancient British met in rituals more than 5,000 years ago. These giant rocks are located in the Lake District near Helvellyn, this is one of the oldest stone circles in England, built around 3200 BC and it has now become a holy place. Hambledon Hill, Dorset In addition to being a place of scenic beauty that seemed wild and sunny, Hambledon was also a burial ground for aristocratic families before becoming a fighting fortress in the heart of ancient England. Today Hambledon has become the finest example of an Iron Age hill, with amazing natural vistas and some of the best preserved prehistoric architecture in Europe. This fortress was abandoned around 300 BC. But for 2,000 years it was one of the most important settlements in the West. It is now a National Nature Reserve with many rare species of wild plants and 28 distinctive butterfly species. St Nectan’s Glen, Cornwall For thousands of years, the Trevillet River has carved into the hard cliffs forming a majestic waterfall that cascades down into the valley below. This dramatic landscape has become legendary and attracts many peoples including the Romans who flock to sacrifice and worship the spirit of the river. According to legend King Arthur and his knights were blessed in holy water from this waterfall before searching for the Holy Grail. Up to now, Glen waterfall is of special interest to scientists because of the rare flora and fauna that grow around it. Glencoe, Scottish highlands Waterfalls and rivers flow through this wild, windswept volcano and down below, making Glencoe one of Scotland’s most romantic valleys. At the same time, the mountain is also one of the best ski areas in the country. Although very beautiful and majestic, Glecoe is also a place with the most gloomy legends. The howls of the wind through the valley resemble the groans of the 80 souls of the MacDonald family, slaughtered here in 1692. The murders are thought to be related to a long-standing rivalry between the two families. the MacDonalds and Campbells.

Gate to Dong Dau Archaeological Site (Yen Lac – Vinh Phuc). Photo: Tien Dung. Lesson 1: Used to be the largest ancient Vietnamese residence in the Northern Delta Reviewing the historical process, Yen Lac is a land rich in potential for historical relics. In Binh Dinh commune, a relic of Go Gai (also known as Dong Gai) has been found in Coc Lam village, a site of Phung Nguyen culture. In Dong Cuong commune, there is Quan Doi (also known as Quan Doi Dong) at the junior high school area, with vestiges of Phung Nguyen culture. Also in Dong Cuong commune, there is Ma Hon, in Chi Chi village, with vestiges of the Metal Age. Right in Yen Lac town, there is a famous archaeological site of Dong Dau, with vestiges of the culture of Phung Nguyen, Dong Dau, and Go Mun. Also in this area was found the site of Go Chua Bien Son with vestiges of the Phung Nguyen culture. In Nguyet Duc commune, there is Dinh Xa site, in Dinh Xa village, Dong Dau cultural site has been discovered. In this commune, there is also a site of Hai Cay bronze with traces of the Metal Age… Archaeologists have initially sketched a panorama of ancient times in this place thanks to excavations, survey and reconnaissance in Yen Lac district and Vinh Phuc province. Panorama of Dong Dau archaeological site (Yen Lac – Vinh Phuc). Photo: Tien Dung. While the district has just formed 5 industrial clusters but has not yet formed an industrial park like other areas in the province, Yen Lac advocates exploiting its strengths in culture, especially historical and cultural relics to preserve , promote, first of all to serve sustainable tourism development in order to break out of the purely agricultural district. On the basis of information provided by leaders of Yen Lac district, at the beginning of the year of Tan Suu (2021), we went to survey Dong Dau archaeological relic which was ranked as a National Historical and Cultural relic by the State. from April 21, 2000. This relic is 1.5 Km east of Yen Lac district center, completely located on a mound about 6 m high compared to the surrounding lowland field, with a total area of ​​8.5 ha, in Dong village, Yen town. Lost. Since its discovery (in 1962) until now, Dong Dau archaeological relic has been protected, serving for excavations, research, study tours of specialized scientific agencies, scientists and researchers. domestic and foreign scientists and students from local schools. Stone axes and bowls were discovered at Dong Dau archaeological site in 1999. Photo: Vinhphuc.gov.vn/ Dong Dau relic has undergone 7 major exploration and excavation times in the years: 1965-1966, 1967, 1968-1969, 1984, 1987, 1999 and 2012, with a total area of ​​758m2, concentrated on the southern slopes. East, South, West and the top of the mound with an average thickness of cultural layer over 3m (up to 6m in some places). The 7th excavation was held in December 2012 with the participation of 3 agencies, namely the Department of Archeology, Faculty of History, University of Science and Humanities – Hanoi National University, the Vietnam Archaeological Association and the Department of Archeology. Culture Sports Tourism Vinh Phuc province. Bronze artifacts discovered at Dong Dau archaeological site in 1999. Photo: Vinhphuc.gov.vn Through 7 excavations, many archaeological remains have been discovered with thousands of specimens, tons of pottery pieces of all kinds, extremely rich in materials, types, diverse in types and designs. symbols of 3 cultures: Phung Nguyen – Dong Dau – Go Mun made of stone (axe, chisels, grinding tables, rings, jewelry beads), bronze (ax, file, arrow, hook, javelin) ceramic ( pieces of pots, jars, forks, stringers, ceramic balls and many tools made of bones and horns, animal remains such as pigs, deer, deer, buffalo, cows, dogs, tigers… and quite a few fish bones. At the same time, there are also images of buffaloes, cows, chickens and many animal bones found, for the first time, burnt rice grains have been found, proving that wet rice farming has existed for a long time and plays an important role. important in the life of ancient Vietnamese residents. Dong Dau Go is a precious relic, contributing to affirming in the historical process of the nation spanning about 2 millennia, the ancient Vietnamese people stopped and settled in Dong Dau, creating the Northern Delta. and created the Red River civilization, especially built a brilliant wet rice civilization. Compared to all other archaeological sites (usually with a cultural layer of about 40-50cm), Dong Dau has the thickest cultural layer up to 6m and has a bottom-up evolution over time. Archaeologists have discovered 4 cultural layers of this archaeological site. The bottom (oldest) layer unearthed many stoneware, pottery, horn tools and many animal remains. Notably, in 1999, the Vietnam History Museum in collaboration with the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vinh Phuc conducted the 6th excavation and discovered a burial tomb, still retaining human remains of the Phung Nguyen culture. This excavation, although only 25m2, but also discovered a tomb located at a depth of 3m. Archaeologists have found very clear tomb borders. The tomb is almost intact except for the missing left femur – possibly due to later people digging a hole to hit the grave and also not ruling out the destruction of the termite nest. The reason is unknown, but found evidence that the right fibula was broken but healed. In particular, there is the custom of dyeing the teeth black and the custom of extracting the upper front teeth and the entire lower front teeth. Obviously, this is not a lost tooth, because if it falls out, the arch must leave traces of tooth points. Meanwhile, this skeleton saw that the lower arch of the jaw where it was extracted had healed to form a sharp edge. The ancient human remains found in Dong Dau were dated by radiocarbon dating (C14) method, showing that the earliest class in Dong Dau dates back to 3,500 years ago. In the remaining three cultural layers, more bronze artifacts were discovered. From the discovered archaeological relics, through the research process, up to now, it is possible to recognize the basic Dong Dau archaeological relics: Dong Dau is the largest ancient Vietnamese residence site in the center of the Northern Delta region, the largest distribution area, the thickest cultural layer, containing a huge amount of archaeological artifacts. and rich. Overview of the excavation pit at Dong Dau relic, 1969. The stages of archaeological culture following the continuous progression at the archaeological site of Dong Dau have confirmed very clearly that: The earliest class was from Phung Nguyen, followed by Dong Dau, Go Mun and finally Dong Son. And because of that, from the Dong Dau relic, Vietnamese archaeologists have a scientific basis to determine the criteria for the stages of cultural development in the Red River basin: The earliest humans present here belong to the late stage of Phung Nguyen culture, they have reached the peak of primitive stone processing techniques, polished, beautiful, sophisticated stone jewelry, began to appear. copper metallurgy. Pottery made by turntable, elegant, balanced, beautiful, typical pattern is the project of carving lines, dots, and symmetry. Wet rice farming has developed, many rice grains and rice burned in coal ash have been discovered. Next is the Dong Dau period with typical elements of reduced stone tools, thick pottery, high calcination, decorative patterns with music staff motifs, brushed into projects: letter S, number 8, symmetry ; bones, horns develop; copper casting technique became the dominant factor. The third layer belongs to the Go Mun culture period, the remaining stone items are few, the horn bones are rare, the pottery is rough, the calcination is higher than the previous two stages, mainly the broken mouth, the main decorative pattern. on the mouth. The top layer belongs to the Dong Son culture period, because the surface of the site has been plowed since it has not been discovered, but the discovered relics are scattered in the scope of the site, mainly bronze artifacts: Axes. Xeo, spear, and knife are typical of Dong Son culture. With 4 periods of archaeological culture present on the same site, the development is continuous, representing a stable and long-term settlement process of ancient Vietnamese residents to form the first State of the people. Ethnicity- State of Van Lang in the Hung King era This is the greatest value of the archaeological site of Dong Dau, not only for Vinh Phuc but also for Vietnam and Southeast Asia. These are extremely valuable evidences to learn about the customs, practices and especially the anthropological composition of the ancient Vietnamese in the Red River basin. The discovery of ancient human remains in Dong Dau will contribute to scientific documents that gradually shed light on the issue of “Vietnamese origin” that many scientists are still trying to find and research. From that, it can be affirmed that Dong Dau along with other archaeological vestiges system in Yen Lac and Vinh Phuc province is from Phung Nguyen culture to Dong Son culture, which brought the process of opening the period of Hung Vuong building the country from the mythical age of Vietnam. history but is being forgotten, wasted, not studied, preserved and promoted to serve sustainable socio-economic development. (There’s more)

According to the Vietnam Record Organization, Lang Van church has a total height of approximately 110 m, which is said to be the tallest in Vietnam at the moment. This ancient architecture was built around 1933. Lang Van parish belongs to Gia Lap commune, Gia Vien district, Ninh Binh province. Photo: Vietnamthroughmylens2019. Da Lat Cathedral is often called the Chicken Church, because on the top of the cross of the 47 m high bell tower there is a unique chicken-shaped lightning rod. In addition to Da Lat, Da Nang also has the famous Con Ga church. That is the familiar name that the locals give to Da Nang Cathedral. At the top of the cross of this structure is a light hollow alloy gray chicken statue. Photo: Sumire.4689. Mang Lang church (An Thach commune, Tuy An district, Phu Yen) is located in a 5,000 m2 campus in the middle of the mountains. The work shows the beauty of Gothic architecture, has a mossy green gray color, ancient. This is also the place to keep the first book in Vietnamese script, “The Eight-Day Preaching” by priest Alexandre de Rhodes, printed in Italy in 1651. Photo: Huyne_1796. Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City is also known to own the largest set of bells in Vietnam. The set of bells consists of 6 bells weighing 28,850 kg in the arcs sol, la, si, do, re, mi. In which, sol bow bell is the largest with 8,785 kg, 2.25 m in diameter and 3.5 m high. This is also a popular tourist attraction and a favorite dating place for young people at Christmas. Photo: Fishbonebw. Kon Tum Cathedral is located in Thong Nhat ward, Kon Tum city, Kon Tum province, also known as the wooden church. This is an architectural work that combines the Roman style and the Central Highlands culture of the Ba Na people. The church is made of chit wood (red cheesy), completed in 1918. Photo: Iammeo.meo. The Cathedral is a must-visit attraction when coming to the capital. The building is built in Gothic architecture. At Christmas, this place becomes more splendid when decorated with many lights, Christmas trees, caves… Photo: Kurutamaru. The Church of the Mountain has the official name of Christ the King Cathedral. This is a famous Catholic church in Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa). The work has existed for more than 80 years, attracting visitors by its unique architecture, ancient beauty and Western character. Photo: Phuongnha_.

There was a time when Yvoire was forgotten after many historical ups and downs, in the 1950s, Yvoire began to be noted for its victories in competitions, especially winning the title of “National Flower”. Yvoire topped the competition for the best preserved villages in 1959 in France, represented France and won the Cup in the European Garden and Landscape Competition. With an area of ​​only 3.12 km² and more than 800 inhabitants, over 7 centuries, the ancient and poetic Yvoire still retains its unique and strange charm. It seems that the traces of time have not lost its original beauty and peacefulness. Coming to Yvoire, visitors can admire the beauty of medieval architecture and bask in the fresh air with fragrant multi-colored flowers and charming unique trees… Thanks to ingenious decorative arts and meticulous care, the people here have created a beautiful, romantic, magnificent, majestic and unforgettable space for anyone who visits this country. The first overwhelming thing when arriving in Yvoire is flowers – flowers of all kinds, all colors, meticulously planted, cared for and arranged. Flowers are everywhere: flowers on the windowsill, flowers on the balcony, flowers on the pier, flowers on the squares…, even the boats that are no longer in use are covered with flowers. And of course, there can be no shortage of flowers in alleys and restaurants. Located right next to Lake Geneve is a splendid castle reflecting on the clear blue water, built in the 14th century by Count Amadee, in an area with a unique geographical position and important military significance. by Leman. The old houses here are built of stone, so the summer is extremely cool, they are also adorned with colorful flowers and the walls are filled with green plants. Coming to Yvoire, it is impossible not to visit the Five Senses labyrinthine garden, open to visitors from 10 a.m. weekdays from April to October, an ideal choice to enjoy the fresh air. Inspired by the Middle Ages, the garden is a maze filled with green plants and leaves, with hundreds of fragrant flowers and fruits that awaken all the senses. In addition to the colorful picture of nature and the harmony in architecture, the ancient village of Yvoire also attracts visitors by its galleries, selling original works of art, and small souvenir shops. If visitors love to collect and hunt for unique antiques, this will be the ideal place, because they will be surprised when many antique shops here sometimes sell seemingly lost treasures. accumulation in the world. No matter what season you come here, visitors can always enjoy the fragrant scent of colorful flowers that fill the streets, shops, restaurants, to rustic stone houses with signs written in Chinese. The ancient letters are full of art and magnificent architecture, the mossy colors of time and the peaceful, poetic and romantic life, which anyone who once set foot in will never leave.

About an hour by train from Tokyo (Japan), Shibagaki Barber Shop is located in Yokohama, according to Sora News 24. The shop has a modest facade that doesn’t look too different from neighboring hair salons. However, this place is one of the historical sites of hairdressing in the land of the rising sun. It is the oldest barber shop in Japan. Shibagaki Barber Shop was established in 1897. The founder of the hair salon is Eikichi Shibagaki. After 124 years, Shintaro Shibagaki is the 5th generation owner. The 78-year-old has been cutting clients’ hair since 1958. The 2nd generation owner of the hair salon is Kyutaro Shibagaki (who is behind in the photo). At the beginning of its establishment, the address of the hair salon was located in Sumiyoshi-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Japan. After the 1923 Kanto earthquake, the Shibagaki Barber Shop was moved to Hatsunecho. This is where the hair salon business is maintained to this day. This photo of the store in 1906 shows Western influences in the decor, furnishings and staff uniforms. Compared to the heyday, hair salons are not bustling. However, Shibagaki Barber Shop has a list of loyal customers. Most customers come here to let Eikichi Shibagaki decide which hairstyle suits them best. During the haircut, Eikichi Shibagaki will tell the customer about the shop’s history. Besides, Eikichi Shibagaki is always careful when washing customers’ hair. He often instructs guests to bend their heads forward to clean the nape of the neck and use cold water when washing their hair. Many customers are surprised and satisfied with the shaving and massage services at the salon. Eikichi Shibagaki usually softens facial skin by massaging with cream, then steaming with a hot towel. When the steps are completed, he will apply a sufficient amount of foam to shave. To end the service, Eikichi Shibagaki uses a massage machine developed during the Showa period (1926-1989). Dedicated and meticulous service is the plus point that makes Japan’s oldest hair salon a favorite. Old barbers are dwindling in Japan. Therefore, Shibagaki Barber Shop becomes the place to experience the feeling of nostalgia when cutting hair.

https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ When passing through the small village in Paro town, on a sunny afternoon Bhutan appeared before my eyes after a day climbing Tiger Nest. When seeing the old peach tree in the house, all fatigue disappears. The children come home from school joking and talking in a peaceful space like a fairy tale. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ In the morning, when on the way from Thimphu to the ancient capital of Punakha, see the whole Himalayan snow mountain glowing at dawn around the ancient pine forest on Dochula pass. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ Fort in the ancient capital Punakha with majestic but close architecture. In most fortresses, half of the local area is occupied by administrative offices, the other half is Buddhist monasteries. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ Tsechu festival is popular in all parts of Bhutan, mainly mask dance to ward off evil spirits and bring peace. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ Himalayan Buddhism is the state religion of Bhutan. Buddhism creates its own identity for the culture, way of life and way of governing the country of Bhutan. They usually pray 3 times a day: in the morning before going to work or school, in the afternoon after finishing work and at night before going to bed. Unlike some Asian countries, their prayers are not for their own safety but for peace for sentient beings, humanity. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ Traditional Bhutanese dress. The scene is like in a myth with ancient cherries, girls wearing traditional Kira costumes. Elegant boys in GHO suits. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ Radi village in northeastern Bhutan is known as the golden carpet or granary, because of the winding terraced structure surrounding the village. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ From Bumthang to Mongar, the scenery is temperate like Europe, with great ancient pine forests at an altitude of over 3,000m. The maple forest turns brilliant red and yellow mixed with the green of the pine needles, looming the snowy mountain peaks in the distance. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ Drukgyel Village Fort, one of the oldest villages in Bhutan, the mountain behind is the border between Tibet (China) and Bhutan. The hilltop fortress was built in 1649. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ Climbing the legendary Tiger Nest monastery for the first time on a 3,200-meter cliff with thin, oxygen-deficient air, many people tried to reach their destination because they believed that if they reached the place where Guru Rinpoche meditated. will bring them peace and happiness. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/ The Khaling festival in eastern Bhutan celebrates the season. https://dulich.petrotimes.vn/

We all know the ancestors of whales are small land mammals, after starting to live in the ocean, they went through more than 50 million years of evolution and eventually became a family of marine mammals. have the most diverse and popular breasts today. The whale suborder includes not only giant blue whales, sperm whales, and bowhead whales, but also many different species of dolphins. Species in the suborder whales still exist on Earth today. The “whale” Pakicetus is one of the earliest known ancient whales, this animal that lived 50 million years ago looked like a dog with long limbs and fur. If you look closely at the Pakicetus whale, you will see that its nose is located in the front of the head, like today’s mammals. Because the nostrils of Pakicetus whales are located in front of the mouth, when swimming they will look like dogs today because underwater, they have to almost raise their heads out of the water when swimming. Pakicetus is an extinct genus of cetacea, found in Pre-Eocene rocks in Pakistan. The strata where the fossils were found were then part of the coastal Tethys Sea. .As the ancient whales gradually entered the ocean, their body structure began to evolve in a way that was adapted to aquatic life, including the position of the neck, the nostrils gradually moving to the top of the head, Below are pictures of the primitive whale (Protocetus) and a restored image of the Basilosaurus whale, both of which show their nostrils gradually turning upward. Protocetus is one of the most ancient whale genera, which lived in the middle of the Meridian period 45 million years ago near Cairo, Egypt. It was one of the first genera of whales to have fully adapted to aquatic habitats. They are quite small, only about 2.5 m long, on the body still keep the traces of limbs with fingers connected by swimming membranes with the hind limbs smaller than the front limbs. Jaws long, with sharp teeth. The front teeth are used to catch prey and the back teeth are used to cut meat. Unlike the older predecessor Pakicetus, which lived a semi-aquatic lifestyle, Protocetus was able to develop ear canals and hear underwater sounds (but it is unclear whether they developed sonar or sonar). not yet) and developed a flattened tail like today’s whales. Their nostrils are still located on the head, they still do not have a stoma on the top of the head and rely more on eyesight for food. Basilosaurus is one of the primitive whales that evolved from land mammals and later evolved into modern day whales. Basilosaurus averaged about 18 – 20 m long and weighed about 15 tons, once distributed in North America, North Africa and Central Asia and was considered the largest animal that ever lived in its time. The ancient whale species mentioned above all belong to the ancient whale suborder, the baleen whales and the toothed whales in the ocean today all evolved from the ancient whale suborder. They appeared in the middle Oligocene, about 30 million years ago. Compared to today’s whales, their appearance is quite similar to ancient whales, but the evolution to change the position of the nostrils took quite a long time – about 20 million years. Diagram of the evolution of ancient whales. Schematic diagram of the evolution of modern whales. Modern whales have evolved to move the nostrils from the front of the mouth to the top of the head. It’s not just a change of location. The esophagus and trachea of ​​today’s terrestrial mammals are interconnected, so if our noses are blocked by a cold, we can still use our mouths to breathe instead of our nostrils. In addition to breathing, our nose also has the function of smelling. But modern whales are different, and the changes in the position of the nostrils and the changes they made to aquatic life have caused the trachea and esophagus to separate. The nostrils connect to the lungs and the esophagus connects to the digestive system, so their noses are only used for breathing, not for smelling. The nostrils of modern whales located at the top of the head actually help them survive more effectively and safely than the holes in the front of the mouth when in the ocean. But even if their nostrils are at the top of their heads, when they dive into the ocean, their noses are still underwater, how can modern whales ensure that they won’t choke? In fact, under the nostrils of whales have a very strong muscle group, they can completely close their nostrils when diving, avoiding the risk of choking on water. The separation of the esophagus and trachea also ensures that modern whales will not choke on water while hunting in the ocean. Large nostrils of baleen whales. The nostrils of a blue whale when diving into the water. In fact, all baleen whales still have two nostrils, while toothed whales have only one. The jets that whales spit out of the water are not water in their noses, but rather accumulations of water remaining in the “pits” of the nostrils, which are formed under the action of sub-lower pressure. Ocean. This prevents water from entering the nostrils, improving the safety and efficiency of breathing. However, the water column due to the whale’s breathing process once brought them great danger. In the era of whaling, sailors often relied on these water columns to locate the schools of fish. elephants. Killer whales belong to the toothed whale subspecies with only one nostril. Gray whales belong to the subspecies of baleen whales that spray water with a pair of nostrils.

Archaeologists examine the mummy. Everyone thinks this is an “unprecedented” archaeological find, but the truth is just a sophisticated scam. Shocking discovery In October 2000, police in Karachi, Pakistan received a tip that a man named Ali Akbar was selling a mummy for 600 million rupees, or about $11 million. According to the source, it was not an ordinary mummy, but “Princess of Persia”. Immediately, the police raided Akbar’s house, searched and questioned the suspect. Akbar then took the police to the home of his accomplice, Wali Mohammad Reeki, in the desert region of Baluchistan province. Here, the mummy in question along with the coffin was found. Reeki admitted to buying the artifact from a man named Sharif Shah Bakhi. This person told him that the body was discovered after an earthquake near Quetta, on the border between Iran and Afghanistan. Two men are arrested for smuggling antiquities, but the mystery of the mummy has only just begun. If it is true “Princess of Persia”, this will be a very important discovery, because no mummies of the Persians (present-day Iran) have been found. The mummy was brought to the National Museum in Karachi for experts to analyze and many mysteries surrounding this ancient man were revealed. The body was mummified in the Egyptian style, with a mask and a golden crown, placed on a reed mat. But the most interesting find was a breastplate covering the mummy’s chest, on which the ancient Persian inscription, “I am the daughter of the great king Xerxes. Mazereka protects me. I am Rhodugune.” In addition, the gilded wooden coffin is also decorated with carved lines also in ancient Persian letters. It all seems to show that this is indeed the Princess of Persia. Pakistani archaeologist, Ahmad Hasan Dani, of Islamabad’s Quaid-e-Azam University, excitedly announced in a press conference that, from what was recorded, the mummy was indeed a Ba princess. Tu, lived around 600 BC. This event sparked a dispute between Iran and Pakistan over the ownership of this unprecedented archaeological find. The Iranian Cultural Heritage Organization declared the “princess” to be a member of the royal family of Persia and demanded that Pakistan return the mummy, and even the Taliban movement in Afghanistan claimed it was their own artifact. Unexpected truth Mummy “Princess of Persia” in coffin. The fierce arguments between the parties have become a political problem, easily leading to conflicts. Meanwhile, some other archaeologists have raised doubts that this is the “Princess of Persia”, even a mummy. An independent examination was conducted and the archaeologists went from surprise to surprise. First of all, ancient linguists found that the writing on the mummy’s breast shield and the coffin was written by someone who was not fluent in the ancient Persian language, rife with grammatical errors, and even traces of pencil marks for inscriptions, which pencils were only invented in the 16th century. In addition, a piece of coffin was examined, it was only about 250 years old, and the carpet underneath the body was discovered to be only… 5 years old. Unusual signs were also found in the body of the “princess”, such as the delicate tendons and ligaments of the middle ear that were still intact, despite thousands of years and the mummification process. did not follow the strict methods of Egypt. For example, the heart was removed, which the Egyptians never did, as it was considered important to regenerate a person’s body when they went to the next world. Multiple CAT scans (computerized axial tomography), accelerated mass spectrometry dating, radiocarbon testing, and X-ray scans all proved this to be a hoax. delicate. In the end, scientists determined, there is no “Princess of Persia”, but this is the body of a 16-year-old girl, who may have died in 1996, not 600 BC. Not only that, there is evidence that the girl was murdered for this fraudulent purpose. Experts also discovered that the “mummy” had died from trauma caused by the force of the impact, which broke her cervical and back vertebrae. Her organs were removed, her body cavity filled with table salt and baking soda, a fake embalming process. All of this was likely done within 24 hours of her death. From an antiquities smuggling case to a murder case. It is said that a group of fake antiquities traders brutally killed this poor girl, or at least stole her body shortly after her death, to be processed into a donkey mummy. sell for money. However, although the police questioned everyone involved in the sale of the mummy, as well as several other suspects, it led to nothing. In the end, not only was no one arrested in connection with this young woman’s death, but the victim was also not identified. She languished in museums for a while, before being buried in 2008 by the Pakistan-based charity Edhi Foundation. Although she was finally laid to rest, she remained anonymous, unclaimed, and the cause of death was not clear, forever referred to simply as “Princess of Persia”.

However, Trieu Le Dinh’s performance is said to be not really stable, if in the set of photos taken to celebrate the 15th anniversary of her career and advertising for Dior Skincare, Trieu Le Dinh was praised for being fresh and youthful, then on two series of photos from Cosmopolitan and madame FIGARO magazines, some of which show her eyes looking sad. With a series of photos on the cover of the June issue of Cosmopolitan, Trieu Le Dinh has a solo set and a photo shoot with senior Li Bang Bang. All of the photo series are covered by Dior, the two actresses of two generations are wearing costumes, accessories as well as using makeup products of the Dior brand. Looking at the series of photos taken with Ly Bang Bang, it is not difficult to realize that the senior’s eyes look more soulful than Trieu Le Dinh. Although she looks younger and brighter, she still can’t overwhelm Li Bingbing in charisma. In the series of solo photos, Trieu Le Dinh was praised for her better acting, but was still commented on as being too thin and her waist so small that it was surreal. With a series of cover photos of madame FIGARO magazine, Trieu Le Dinh took pictures concept In a surreal fashion, she not only wears Dior clothes, but also wears Haute Couture lines of other major fashion brands. In the first cover version, Trieu Le Dinh wears a line outfit Haute Couture from the Spring Summer 2021 collection of the brand Schiaparelli. In the second cover version, she wears an outfit from Dior’s Pre Fall 2021 collection, which is a collection with many designs inspired by Jisoo (BLACKPINK). In the third cover version, Trieu Le Dinh wears a beautiful design line Haute Couture from Elie Saab’s Spring Summer 2021 collection. Trieu Le Dinh’s series of photos in madame FIGARO magazine received a lot of compliments for looking extremely surreal and extremely impressive. The actress has a special beauty that is suitable for historical figures, so she has received endless praise from netizen Central for this set of photos. Even many people think that this is Trieu Le Dinh’s most beautiful antique style fashion photo set ever.

People eat at a restaurant in Athens, Greece on May 30, 2020. (Photo: THX/VNA) Greece officially began reopening to tourists on May 15, aiming to kick off summer tourism in the hope of revitalizing the “smokeless” industry after being severely damaged by the COVID-19 pandemic. 19 in the last year. After months of lockdown, Greece this week will also reopen its museums, including the Acropolis museum, which displays famous sculptures from Greek antiquity. After officially reopening, foreign tourists will be allowed to visit Greece if they have received the COVID-19 vaccine or tested negative for COVID-19. Travel between regions, including islands, will also be allowed for those who test negative or have been vaccinated. COVID-19 . Greece deploys vaccination against COVID-19 and hopes to vaccinate vaccines for most of the people here by the end of June. With the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccinations and rapid testing, as well as warmer weather for outdoor activities, tourists can travel and relax safely in the country, the Greek government said. this country. In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic causing international tourism to slow down in 2020, the Greek tourism industry experienced its worst year ever, receiving only 7 million visitors compared to a record number. record 33 million visitors in 2019. Tourism revenue fell to 4 billion euros ($4.9 billion) in 2020, from 18 billion euros in 2019. Greece aims to recover this year’s tourism industry and reach 40% of 2019. .

Greece has deployed a vaccine against Covid-19 and hopes to vaccinate most of its people by the end of June. (Source: Travel Blog) After months of lockdown, Greece this week will also reopen its museums, including the Acropolis museum, which displays famous sculptures from Greek antiquity. After officially reopening, foreign tourists will be allowed to visit Greece if they have had the Covid-19 vaccine or tested negative for Covid-19. Travel between regions, including islands, will also be allowed for those who test negative or have had a Covid-19 vaccine. Greece has deployed a vaccine against Covid-19 and hopes to vaccinate most of its people by the end of June. The Greek government said that with the implementation of Covid-19 vaccination and rapid testing as well as warmer weather for outdoor activities, tourists can travel and relax safely in the land. this country. In the context of the Covid-19 pandemic causing international tourism to slow down in 2020, the Greek tourism industry experienced its worst year ever, receiving only 7 million visitors compared to a record number. record 33 million visitors in 2019. Tourism revenue fell to 4 billion euros ($4.9 billion) in 2020, from 18 billion euros in 2019. Greece aims to recover this year’s tourism industry and reach 40% of 2019. (according to Reuters)