Shamian – the historic concession island of Guangzhou
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Shamian – the historic concession island of Guangzhou
Shamian in Guangzhou is a former concession island that was established by the French and British after the Second Opium War. This small island has some of the best preserved colonial architecture in Asia.
Travel Reads
Vietnam’s booming aviation market – 2019 Report
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Travel Videos
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