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?? (f?ngshu?) “wind and water” thinking  is Chinas traditional theory and practice how to use  space. It is based on ancient Taoist  philosophy of universal life energy and connection between humans and outer world.

Fengshui supposes that small invisible particles ? qi exist, penetrating everywhere on earth like solar radiation. This energy flow is not determined by humans, time or place limits and  called Heaven Fortune. There are positive and negative energy, with none of them to be avoided completely. But some methods can be exploited to eliminate a harmful stream and reinforce the positive one. One of the most famous rules to reduce negativity is to avoid doing anything: no act – no counteract, as negative energy will have nothing to interrelate with.  Positive energy is changing person`s well-being and happiness. Energy imbalance can be modified by an individual himself. But in case there is not enough inner strength for such  transformations, few methods may be employed – spiritual(praying), physical (acupuncture), or other people`s energy borrowing (emotional vampirism). For some people personification of energy in the form of amulets, icons, beads or similar is vital to inspire their inner ego.

Suzhou (in simplified Chinese ??) was called Wu in the past. Due to different historical reasons, Suzhou also had the names like Gusu, Wu Do, Wu Zhong, Dong Wu, Wu Jiang, etc.

During the Xui Dynasty, in AD 589, a final decision was made and the city was called Suzhou. It was named as Suzhou, because it is a city southwest of Suzhou Hill. After that, the name of this city is called Suzhou up to now. Suzhou is one of the mega-cities of the People’s Republic of China. Approved by the State Council, it is one of the “Large Cities” in China. It is also one of the provincial cities of Jiangsu Province, and it is Jiangsu Province’s logistic, industrial and commercial city. On the other hand, Suzhou is also important to Jiangsu Province in terms of culture, arts, education and transportation. Among all the little cities of Suzhou like Changshu, Kunshan, Wujiang City, Taicang City, Zhangjiagang City, many of them are top in the country. Kunshan and Changshu even occupied the first and third place according to the statistic in 2006.

Since very first days of creation, Chinese characters has obtained a marvelous blend of practicality and fine art. Chinese have always cherished  and adored  their written symbol taking deep root of such attitude in spiritual and political realities of the  Middle Kingdom.  Religious rituals, fortune telling, celebrations and the country reign were closely related to magic icons ands their power to rule people`s being or nothingness.

Dongling Park (in simplified Chinese????) is quite famous in Shenyang. Dongling is also called Fuling, which is the cemetery of the Queen of the Qing Dynasty as well as her husband, the founder of Qing Dynasty, Nurhachu. Dongling Park is located at 11 km north-east from Shenyang. Some Shenyang people would just call Dongling Park as Dongling or Fuling.

Fuling was founded in Jin Tiancong Three Year (1629), and the construction was completed in the eighth year in the Qing Shunzhi Period(1651). At that time, the scale of the building groups was not as grand as that we can see nowadays. The Dongling we see nowadays is the one after the expansion work under the approval of Emperor Kangxi and Emperor Qianlong during Qing Dynasty.

Jimo Spa (in simplified Chinese????) is located at 20 kilometers north-east of Jimo City, and eight kilometers from the Heshan scenic area. The east of the Spa is 40 kilometers from the Tianwan Island, and the west of it is about 50 kilometers from Qingdao. In other words, this Spa is located at the centre of various tourist attractions. Therefore, transportation is very convenient.
The Jimo Spa is located at the mouth of a mountain. Therefore, the geothermal resources are abundant. The water temperature of the spa could go up to 93 degrees. The spring water contains a lot of chloride, sodium, arsenic, hydrogen sulfide and other minerals, which all have a high medical value. When you come to the hot springs to enjoy a bath, together with mud treatment, you would be able to get rid of some diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lumbar disc herniation, skin diseases, neuritis, as well as hypertension, etc. According to some experts, the spa could also have good impact on the treatment of coronary heart disease.

Once a custom depot Shekou has obtained it`s Special Economic Zone status a year earlier than Shenzhen itself.  Hong Kong living overseas Chinese (huaqiao) capitals were the driving force for the earliest transformation since the beginning of 1979.

A bit later Beijing set force to explore South China Sea oil fields with Shell, Texaco Oil and companions. Foreign investors have to accommodate their oil platforms technicians ashore with Shekou as the most convenient destination. Over years the area has developed into a kind of “white ghetto” featuring lifestyle and environment completely different from that of the rest mainland country. Owing 80% of Shekou population are migrants of non-Chinese origin, all local services in housing, schooling, amusing supply are of  a-la Western style to comfort the for customers.

Dustless Pure Stupa (in simplified Chinese???????) was built in 1044 and it was renovated during the sixth year of Qing Chongde Period. Since there were 1548 “Relics” stored in the pagoda, it was regarded as “dustless” and “pure”. Actually, the “Relics” stored inside are not those clay pots. The “Relics” here refer to the crystals remained from the burning of the dead body. In Chinese people’s sense, the more the crystals the dead body left, the purer and the better the person it. Therefore, with 1548 “Relics”, this Stupa is regarded as very pure.

The Stupa is located in Shenyang City’s north-west part in the Bay Street, which is located in 45 Tower Lane in Huanggu District. This Stupa is very magnificent and it has a long history.

Lingering Garden (in simplified Chinese ??) is located in the entrance gate of Yam town, covering about 50 acres of area. In Suzhou, Lingering Garden is one of the four famous parks. It is also one of the best gardens in Suzhou. Originally, it was actually built as the garden for the Emperor in the Ming Dynasty. During the Qing Dynasty, it was renovated and several constructions were added, and it was renamed as the Liu Yuan. During the Battle of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom during the Qing Dynasty, most of the parks in Suzhou were destroyed, but only a few, like this Garden, could survive. During the early years of Qing Guangxu Period, the garden was renamed as the Lingering Garden. According to some Chinese artists, this Garden has the reputation of “Best Garden in Suzhou.”
Lingering Garden is divided into four pars, which are the central, east, north and west part. The central part is mainly composed of mountains and rivers, and they are actually the essence of the original Lingering Garden. The central part is also regarded as the most important part of the whole park. The eastern, western and northern parts of Lingering Garden were added by Emperor Guangxu.

With 80 000 sq.km of area and population of about 8 million inhabitants Chongqing is the China fourth urban giant directly governed by the state central powers. Owing to its vast area, westwards location and the fact that 50% of its citizens are rural migrant workers, Chongqing is often referred as the China Biggest Peasant City ?????? (zuidade nongmincheng).

The city is leading a group of Chinese newly emerging economical centers to shape the country advanced pace in the 21 century. Raised up by the open door policy Chongqing is the main base to modernize the country`s western backland regions.

The Shenyang Imperial Palace is the only second one existing royal residence in China after the Forbidden City in Beijing.

The site was under build over few decades since 1625 to appease different tastes, hustle and bustle of its dwellers. The Palace housed the first three emperors of Qing Dynasty of whom two found the last resting place not far from its walls.

The Palace is a twelfth size replica of the Beijing`s Forbidden city but embodies unique mix of few Asian cultures. Manchu nomadic chord is the main theme in its building tune. Invaded China in the 17 century, the Mongolian steppe tribes founded the country last reign of Qing Dynasty. In no long the epic Han domain gobbled its ruler`s minor ethos with little munchies left. The Mukden Palace is one of few relics to portrait people dissolved in nation fusion.