20 Shocking Facts About China That Will Surprise You!

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One of the basic principles of Buddhism is faith in reincarnation. The Chinese authorities vetoed this integral part of Buddhism, forbidding some monks to reincarnate. It sounds a little ridiculous and strange, especially since many are still convinced that this is just a way to protect people from the influence of the Dalai Lama, who is in exile. By the way, for the same reason, Brad Pitt is denied entry to China: after filming the film «7 years in Tibet» in Tibet, the actor was barred from visiting the country 15 years in advance.

INTERESTING Chelsea Hotel — New York Bohemian Habitat

Chelsea Hotel — New York Bohemian Habitat

The New York Chelsea Hotel was built in 1844 and since then has become a magnet for famous writers, musicians, actors, artists, etc. This place has always been not simple, as if a special atmosphere reigned in it, which attracted the whole New York bohemia. What does this place look like now and what was so special about the legendary Chelsea Hotel? More on this later ...
CELEBRITIES Bright Images From the Red Carpet Fashion Awards 2019

Bright Images From the Red Carpet Fashion Awards 2019

Fashion Awards is one of the most anticipated events in the fashion world. This year, December 2, everyone’s favorite celebrities gathered under the roof of the Royal Albert Hall in London to take part in the competition for the title of the brightest and most stylish star representative. What images surprised the stars this year? Let's tell you in order!
INTERESTING A Huge Stone Ball in the Middle of the Forest

A Huge Stone Ball in the Middle of the Forest

The mountainous country of Bosnia and Herzegovina is shrouded in a considerable number of various miracles. These mysterious stone balls are just one of them. Most of these "balls" in the city of Zavidovichi. It was there, in the town of Podubravle that this huge ball of regular round shape was found, the study of which to this day is closely engaged by archaeologists and scientists ...
INTERESTING The Actual Sizes of Some Things: 20 Examples With a Comparison!

The Actual Sizes of Some Things: 20 Examples With a Comparison!

The truth is, everything in this world is known in comparison! Human vision is an amazing thing, but alas, it is not always possible to trust it. Sometimes, in order to understand the real size of certain things, sometimes familiar to us, things, they just need to be placed next to those whose real sizes we know for sure. You will be surprised how big or small some objects, phenomena or creatures actually are, the real size of which we could not have guessed.