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What is the education like in Tibet?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Education of ethnic Tibetans is partly subsidized by the government. Primary and secondary education is compulsory, while preferential policies aimed at Tibetans seek to enroll more students in vocational or higher education. What is a Tibet school? Schools and Language in Tibet. Schools in Tibet often have separate classes for Tibetan and Chinese children. This […]

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Is Shanghai a communist city?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Shanghai: An unexpected city where Communist Party of China was born. Shanghai is China’s financial center, a city that might seem an unlikely place to witness the official beginnings of the Communist Party of China. What type of government does Shanghai have? The Politics of Shanghai is structured in a dual party-government system like all […]

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Where should I live in Shanghai?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The best places to live in Shanghai Lujiazui. The Lujiazui Financial and Trade Zone can be seen on the east side of the Huangpu River and is Shanghai’s most impressive financial and commercial area. Jinqiao. Kangqiao. Changning District. Zhongshan Park. Hongqiao. Minhang. Jing’an District. Where do most expats live in Shanghai? Expats in Shanghai are […]

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What do Tibetans call themselves?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

— Generally calling themselves “Bodpa”, they speak dialects derived from the written Tibetan language. — Tibetans have been formally classed as one of China’s 56 ethnic groups since Chinese troops were sent in 1950. What are Tibetan called? Tibetans are known as Bhotiyas in Nepal, where they are majority in regions such as Upper Mustang, […]

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What does Shanghai mean in slang?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

To shanghai someone is to kidnap or trick them into working for you. The traditional way to shanghai someone is to drug him and put him on a ship.The shanghaied person would wake up and find himself at sea, often on a long trip like to Shanghai, China. The term is also used for similar, […]

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Why is Beijing so populated?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Beijing’ population has experienced a dramatic increase eversince the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Population growthin Beijing can be broadly broken down into three major components:natural increase, immigration, and the growth of floating population. Is Beijing highly populated? Beijing is the capital city of the most populous country in the world. In 2010, […]

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What is the pollution levels in Shanghai?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

What is the current air quality in Shanghai? Pollutants Concentration PM2.5 39.5 µg/m³ PM10 60 µg/m³ O3 4.5 µg/m³ NO2 80 µg/m³ Why is Shanghai so polluted today? “There are external and internal causes for the long-term and serious pollution days in Shanghai.Vehicle and factory emissions accounted for 50 percent of Shanghai pollution, followed by […]

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Why is Shanghai China growing so fast?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The rapid development of the city began in the aftermath of the Opium War of 1840 when the Western powers forced China to open five of its coastal cities, including Shanghai, to foreign trade. The colonial powers forced the weak Qing government to sign treaties granting them the right to establish foreign concessions. How did […]

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How did Shanghai get its name?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Etymology. The two Chinese characters in the city’s name are 上 (shàng/zan, “upon”) and 海 (hǎi/hae, “sea”), together meaning “Upon the Sea”. The earliest occurrence of this name dates from the 11th-century Song dynasty, when there was already a river confluence and a town with this name in the area. Where did Shanghai get its […]

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What documents do I need to travel to Tibet?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Tibet Travel Permit (Tibet Visa) To apply for Tibet Permit, you need to prepare your passport and Chinese Visa; Leave at least 20 days for getting your Tibet Travel Permit; The processing of Tibet Permit lasts 8-9 business days. For Tibet entry from Nepal, you need both China Group Visa and Tibet Permit. What do […]

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Is Shanghai rich or poor?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Shanghai is the world’s most expensive city because there are now a lot of very rich people living there. Shanghai has shot up this week’s Forbes billionaire rankings. It now has the sixth largest concentration of billionaires in the world having ranked 18 last year. Is Shanghai a poor city? Approximately 39 percent of Shanghai’s […]

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Is Beijing more expensive than London?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

London is 2.6 times more expensive than Beijing. Is it cheaper to live in China than UK? United Kingdom is 2.4 times more expensive than China. Is Beijing an expensive city? Beijing is one of the more expensive cities in China, but it’s still a great bargain for most Western tourists. Hotels are generally of […]

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What continent is Shanghai in?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Asia. Asia is the biggest continent in the world. There are many countries in Asia. One of those countries is China, which is where Shanghai is. Is Shanghai a city in Asia? With a population of 24.87 million as of 2020, it is the most populous urban area in China, the most populous city proper […]

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What is happening in Tibet today?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

In Tibet today, there is no freedom of speech, religion, or press and arbitrary dissidents continue. 3. The Dalai Lama, Tibet’s political and spiritual leader, fled to India in 1959. He now lives among over 100,000 other Tibetan refugees and their government in exile. Does China still control Tibet? Tibet, the remote and mainly-Buddhist territory […]

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What food is Shanghai famous for?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Below is our list of the best dishes or food items that are a must-try when you visit Shanghai. Xiaolongbao or Soup Dumplings. Steamed buns. Steamed Crab. Shanghai streamed crab. Smoked Fish Slices. Smoked Fish Slices. Beggar’s Chicken. Peking Duck. Braised Pork. Fried Pork Buns. Shanghai Snacks. What are the top 3 foods in China? […]

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