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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as the visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall arrive by car as they begin their tour around the Market Stalls as the visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
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    The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit Hay-On-Wye
    5/23/2013 - Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Wales: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall tour around the Market Stalls as they visit Hay-On-Wye, Wales,
    Thursday, 23rd May 2013
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  • CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
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    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- A shop owner sells craftworks to a customer at a shop on the Parkhor Street, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, April 7, 2011.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually went popular

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    CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- A man goes on a pilgrimage on the Parkhor Street, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, March 31, 2011.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually went popular in the market. Thereafter

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  • CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
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    CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- The file photo issued on June 22, 1998 shows part of the Parkhor Street in 1998, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually went popular in the mar

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  • CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
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    CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- A woman walks in Labrang Nyingba Compound on the Parkhor Street, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, March 29, 2011. The compound was once bedroom of the fifth Dalai Lama, and now residence of common people.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops

    Xinhua News Agency / eyevine. All Rights Reserved.

     

  • CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
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    CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- The file photo archived on August 6, 1979 shows a panorama view of the Parkhor Street in 1970's, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually went po

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  • CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
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    CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- The file photo taken in 1959 shows the new look of Parkhor Street after renovation, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually went popular in the

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  • CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
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    CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- The file photo archived on August 7, 1979 shows a store on the Parkhor Street in 1970's, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually went popular in

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    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Parkhor Street, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, April 6, 2011.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually went popular in the market. Thereafter, the opening of

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    CHINA-LHASA-PARKHOR STREET-HISTORY (CN)
    (110414) -- LHASA, April 14, 2011 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on April 7, 2011 shows numerous stalls on the Parkhor Street around Jokhang Temple, in Lhasa, capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.
    As one of the most distinct and attractive old blocks in the world, Parkhor Street is unique with contrastive features and stunning diversity. It is a place where Tibetan tradition meets modern fashion, religious sanctity mixes with commercial prosperity. Located in the center of Lhasa, surrounding the Jokhang Temple, it covers an area of 133.82 hectares and has 35 small streets and alleys extending in all directions. The Tibetan word Parkhor literally means "an annular worshipping road", which refers to the main street of the block. The main street, about two kilometers long, functions as the most important road for pilgrimage, local business, and tourism.
    In its 1400 years' long history, Parkhor Street has witnessed the eclipse and prosperity of Buddhism, the exchange and fusion of the diverse cultures, the flourishing of ancient trade, the continuous changes of the regimes, and the ups and downs of Lhasa. Because of its unmatched location and cultural signification, Parkhor Street has long been considered as the epitome of Lhasa's historical development. It is the earliest and most prosperous business street in the city, crowded with merchants from all over China and even foreign countries such as Nepal and India, selling craftworks and products with rich ethnical features.
    Since the peaceful liberation of Tibet, the Parkhor Street has undergone fundamental changes. Common people moved into the former residence of noble families, handcraft workshops and stores appeared one after another, and shabby street infrastructure were thoroughly renovated. Along with China's Reform and Opening Up, the Parkhor Street in 1980's and 1990's saw a rise of commerce with increasing shops and abundant commodities. Tibetan artworks and craftworks gradually went pop

    Xinhua News Agency / eyevine. All Rights Reserved.

     

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    PICTURE SHOWS: The fruit market in the Suq or market-place of Doha , capital of Qatar .
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    PICTURE SHOWS: Scene in the Suq or market-place of Doha , capital of Qatar .
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    Qatar - 1954

    PICTURE SHOWS: The fruit-market in the Suq or market-place of Doha , capital of Qatar .
    (FOTO:DUKAS/TOPFOTO)

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    Qatar - 1954

    PICTURE SHOWS: Scene in the Suq or market-place of Doha , capital of Qatar .
    (FOTO:DUKAS/TOPFOTO)

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    BUYING THEM UP FOR CHRISTMAS

    With the approach of christmas many people make the journey to East London where the Sunday markets are now in full swing.

    Photo Shows: Poultry sales well attended in Sclater Street, Bethnal Green where "Buy your Xmas dinner alive" seems to be the motto.

    8 December 1940 (FOTO:DUKAS/TOPFOTO)

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