HIST1083 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Reclining Buddha, Culture Shock
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Online documentary: in the footsteps of marco polo. They took this trio because they love art, history, culture, and adventure. They wanted to do what no one has done before. Their experiences showed places that have changed a lot over the centuries, while other places don"t seem to have changed much. The port in turkey used to be the new york harbor of their time, but when they were there, it was very desolate. More sophisticated ways of travel and shipping led the city to its downfall essentially. Venice is similar, except it is obviously a big travel destination. Venice used to be the greatest shiping port of its time, but now, sadly, the main industry of is tourism. Belliveau says that going into afghanistan was like stepping back into the 13th century, except the. Taliban terrorized the country after the war with russia was over.
