Many people employ the services of a translator. When travelling abroad they can offer a host of advantages on top of their ability to translate the language. Here are some points to consider when choosing a translator. Tourist agencies will be able to recommend trusted translators who have been hired in the past. This is…
Putuo Zongcheng monastery was built in 1767 by Emperor Qianlong. It was built primarily to accomodate visits by the Dalai Lama of Tibet. The Putuo Zongcheng is an ensemble of several different buildings, all of which are constructed along a natural hillock to the north of Jingshan mountain where the Imperial Palace is located. Although modelled on…
Many international businesses understand the advantages of training its employees to speak multiple languages. It is often the case that they even became international businesses because they employed tools to improve their relationship with foreign customers. One such tool is language training. Like any worthwhile skill, language training requires a decent investment of time and resources…
Learning a language can take the best part of 5 years. Not to intimidate anyone into doing it, but to go from beginner to master, the journey is going to be a long one. So are there any shortcuts? What’s the fastest way to get on this path and to start the learning process efficiently. In today’s information…
Latin is a classical language that originated in ancient Italy. It spread throughout Europe due to the successful conquest of the Roman Empire. Even to this day, and despite the influence of hundreds of other languages, it has retained its usage in many areas of modern life. But how has Latin been passed down throughout time? Inscriptions Inscriptions…