Essay About Tianjin

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Tianjin, China
Located in northeastern China, Tianjin is a major port city. The city is proud to be the largest artificial harbor in northern China. Following the 1858 Treaties of Tianjin, several Western nations established concessions in the city. Today it is a most modern city but you can see European-styte houses, municipal buildings and churches from this period.

The Astor Hotel was founded in 1863 by Pastor John Innocent. It was built in classic British style using brick and wood. At one time it wasn’t larger than a cottage but with expansion through the years and two buildings on this site it can now serve as a hotel. In the hotel you’ll also find a museum with a wooden promenade and arched windows with carved designs. The museum displays …show more content…

The square gives visitors a look at Tiajin’s cultural traditions and folk customs. There is amazing high-tech lighting, causeway pavement and a wooden floor which make this square stand out from the rest.
Haihe Fountain Amusement Park – was completed in 1985. In the central area you’ll find an awesome colorful fountain. For enjoyment and entertainment there are bumper cars, passenger-propelled airplanes and motorcycles. The playground also offers three luxurious sightseeing ships and several speed boats for tours along the Haihe River.
On the north bank is the Wanghailou Church, one of China’s cultural relics. During the Qing Dynasty there was a Wanghailou Tower, a pleasure location for emperors who made trips to their provinces.
The Laolongtou Rail Station is noted as the first rail station in China’s ancient commercial ports after the Second Opium War (1856-1860).
Ancient Culture Street is located in Nankai District on the west bank of Hai River. It was built in 1986 and opened to tourists. Here you’ll find more than a hundred different stores. At the entrance to the street is a giant archway inscribed with the words “An Old Neighborhood of Tianjin”. Behind it is a street lined with buildings built in the architectural style of the Qing

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