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The Great Wall of China.

The Great Wall of China is one of the oldest, largest, and most celebrated achievements of human ingenuity, but there are still a few things you might not know about China’s ancient landmark.

M. Arbeiter




Tianjin Binhai Library, China.

While there are many beautiful libraries in the world, there are also a number of more unique ones—from creative architectural wonders to libraries that aren’t housed within buildings at all.

Lorna Wallace
Koalas might be cute, but they're definitely not bears.

From Chinese checkers and Panama hats to koala bears and king crabs, and beyond, these names aren't quite what they seem.

Paul Anthony Jones