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Geography
Tibet
hemmed in by the high Himalayas, Tibet is a plateau region in Central Asia often called the ‘Roof of the World’. Its inaccessibility has lured adventurers and explorers from all over the world, who are rewarded for their efforts with breath-taking vistas.Tibet is mostly under the administration of the People’s Republic of China but it is also officially claimed by the Republic of China (Taiwan). The Chinese government and the Government of Tibet in Exile since 1959 disagree over when Tibet became a part of China and whether its incorporation into China was Read more
Culture
Symbolism in Chinese furniture
Engravings of animals, flowers and other things are not only used to add beauty to Chinese furniture; they are symbols believed to have the power to bestow blessings like bringing financial success, marital happiness and good health, as well as to ward off evil influences such as demons and disease. If you believe in the ancient Chinese ways, purchasing a beautiful piece of antique Chinese furniture does much more than bring a stunning and useful addition into your home; it enhances your life!Artemisia – This aromatic plant or its likeness or Read more