Getting past the myth - the real china
China has long been a misunderstood nation. Throughout it's long history, China has intrigued people. When Marco Polo wrote of his travels to China in the 13th century, the Venician people branded him with the name "Il Milione" referring to what they thought were the million lies in his book. China remained a secretive Empire with foreigners having limited access. Even today, though open to the world, this Middle Kingdom remains an element of wonder. Misconceptions have build up and falsehoods taken as truths. A recent article from Newsweek tackles 6 of the biggest myths about modern china.
Read the full article at Newsweek: http://www.newsweek.com/id/218290/page/1
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