Marin Pavelić

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ICT journalist at Netokracija, writer, photographer and lover of films, books and hidden places. Founder of Mendax Films https://www.youtube.com/@MendaxFilms

The Pingjiang Road is an ancient street is a popular tourist spot where you can stroll alongside canals, visit teahouses, and shop for local handicrafts.
The Double Bridges, Shide and Yongan, are the most iconic structures in Zhouzhuang. They form a unique “key” shape and are a favorite subject for photographers and painters.
The Longjing tea plantations are located near West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The scenic area combines natural beauty with historical tea culture.
Lingyin Temple is one of the oldest and wealthiest Buddhist temples in China.The name "Lingyin" translates to "Temple of the Soul's Retreat.”
The Grand Canal, the longest canal in the world, ends in Hangzhou. This waterway connected Hangzhou to Beijing and played a vital role in China’s economic history.
This mosque has been around since the Tang Dynasty (over 1,200 years ago) and has survived wars, dynastic changes, and even a few earthquakes.
The pagoda was constructed to house and protect Buddhist sutras, relics, and figurines brought back from India by the Chinese monk **Xuanzang**. His journey to India and back lasted 17 years and contributed to the spread of Buddhism in China. The pagoda’s name has an interesting story. According to legend, monks in a monastery were craving meat. When a wild goose fell from the sky in front of them, they took it as a divine sign and vowed to give up meat, naming the pagoda in honor of the event.
The Muslim Quarter is lined with countless stalls and small shops selling everything from food and souvenirs to clothing and electronics. It’s a lively and chaotic atmosphere, especially in the evenings when the streets are packed with tourists and locals.
Each of the estimated 8,000 warriors has unique facial features and expressions. They were modeled after real soldiers of Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s army.
Livestreaming is central to influencer culture in China. Platforms like Taobao Live, Douyin, and Kuaishou allow influencers to sell products in real time. Some of the biggest livestreaming influencers, like Li Jiaqi (the “Lipstick King”) and Viya, have generated billions of yuan in sales during events like Singles’ Day. The picture is taken infront of The Bell Tower is situated at the heart of Xi’an, where the city’s main roads converge. It has served as the geographical and cultural center since it was built in 1384 during the Ming Dynasty.
Xi’an is one of the oldest cities in China, with over 3,000 years of recorded history and 13 dynasties calling it their capital.
About 75% of its total area is covered by water, primarily the Kunming Lake, which was man-made by dredging. The soil from the lake was used to build the iconic Longevity Hill.
Forrbiden city in china. Large complex. Ancient history.