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CHINA, the fourth most visited country in the world is a wild mix of ancient and contemporary; trends and traditions and its 1.37 billion citizens offer a glimpse into a culture that proudly walks the line between modern diversity and time honored sameness. The ancient treasures and modern wonders of China span 5,000 years of culture and history. The natural beauty, fascinating heritage, authentic cuisine, and state- ofthe- art cities enthrall, excite and amaze its 56 million tourists. To plan your travels to China, or to learn more, visit the China National Trust Office - www.cnto.org.

Photographer Notes: Xishuangbanna, China - Kids on Bike In a tiny village in rural Xishuangbanna, these boys raced around on a moped having the time of their lives. The juxtaposition of their traditional Buddhist robes with the modern machinery sums up...