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Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall in Taipei
The Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Taipei, Taiwan was completed in 1972. It is a memorial to the Republic of China’s National Father, Dr. Sun Yat-sen. Copyright © 2019 by Stephen J. Danko
More Ceramics and Bronzes in the in the National Palace Museum (Taipei)
The National Palace Museum holds a large collection of ceramics and bronzes from throughout China’s history. Copyright © 2019 by Stephen J. Danko
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Ceramic Dishes and Bowls in the in the National Palace Museum (Taipei)
Ceramic dishes and bowls from throughout the history of China are displayed in the National Palace Museum. Copyright © 2019 by Stephen J. Danko
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The Art of Chang Dai-chien in the National Palace Museum (Taipei)
Chang Dai-chien (1899-1983) was born in Neijiang in Sichuan. He first learned painting from his mother, and later he studied in Shanghai under Zeng Xi (1861-1930) and Li Ruiqing (1867-1920). He left China in 1949, exhibiting his painting in Asia, … Continue reading
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Jade Carvings in the National Palace Museum (Taipei)
The aesthetic of jade is greatly appreciated by all Chinese. The stone is hard, yet glistens as if wet with water. Copyright © 2019 by Stephen J. Danko
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Bronze Masterpieces in the National Palace Museum (Taipei)
The Bronze Age in China started in the early 17th century B.C.E. and lasted from the late Xia, the Shang, the Western Zhou, and the Eastern Zhou Dynasties. Copyright © 2019 by Stephen J. Danko
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Hong Kong and Kowloon from the Water
Viewing Hong Kong and Kowloon from the water provides a much different view than one gets from the land. Copyright © 2019 by Stephen J. Danko
The Kowloon Park Bird Lake
The bird lake in Kowloon Park includes a flamingo pond, a waterfowl pond, landscaped planting, and some bird shelters. In addition to the birds that are kept here, numerous native birds visit the bird pond, too. Copyright © 2019 by … Continue reading
The Kowloon Park Aviary
The aviary in Kowloon Park includes 7 planted enclosures that house more than 90 birds from about 20 species. Copyright © 2019 by Stephen J. Danko
Kowloon Park, Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s Kowloon Park is home to many treasures, including the trees, the animals, and even the stairs to the park. The stairs are decorated to reveal paintings that can be viewed from Nathan Road. Copyright © 2019 by Stephen … Continue reading