Dihua St. is packed in the run-up to Chinese New Year, but its fascinating architecture and many great little shops are open year-round. Photo: http://journal.pristine.net Via pristine.net The name “Dihua” was given in 1947 by the Republic of China government, in reference to the city of Dihua (now called Ürümqi) in Xinjiang, and effectively joins…
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Mapping Taiwan: A journey through history
Dutch historian Francois Valentyn’s map of 1724, replete with depth markings between Taiwan and mainland China, accentuates the strategic value of the strait. (Courtesy of SMC Publishing Inc.) By Kwangyin Liu / Taiwan Today Taiwan may be Asia’s most vibrant democracy, but this lofty status masks a colonial past that continues to impact local society…
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