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The Holodomor was a famine in Ukraine from 1932 to 1933 that led to the deaths of more than four million people. Why did such a devastating famine occur in the "Breadbasket of Europe"? This blog introduces the historical background behind the famine, how the famine unfolded, and historians' arguments on whether the famine constituted a genocide against the Ukrainian nation.

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When people speak of China, one would bring to mind such landmarks such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Terracotta Warriors. However, these places only show an aspect of Chinese history, and they cannot give tourists an insight into Chinese culture. Many of the famous buildings of ancient China are known for the masterpieces of literature written for them, making them symbols of the Chinese cultural heritage and the merits of the Chinese people.