Xuan paper Xuan paper Xuan paper ("xuanzhi" ), or Shuen paper or rice paper, is a kind of paper originating in ancient China used for writing and painting. Xuan paper is renowned for being soft and fine textured, suitable for conveying the artistic expression of both Chinese calligraphy and painting. Xuan paper was first mentioned in ancient Chinese books "Notes of Past Famous Paintings" and "New Book of Tang". It was originally produced in the Tang dynasty in Jing County, which was under the jurisdiction of Xuan Prefecture (Xuanzhou), hence the name Xuan paper. During the Tang dynasty, the paper was often
Ngong Shuen Chau Naval Base most high profile visitor to the base was Hu Jintao in 2007. Various ships of the People's Liberation Army Navy visit the base, but only a few ships remain on semi-permanent basis. Like the last HMS "Tamar", Ngong Shuen Chau is a low-frills and low key naval facility. Access to the base is made via Chi Ngong Road, but access into the naval yard is restricted and surrounding areas fenced off. A heavily wooded area to the north protects the base from unwanted visitors. During the summer months the base is open to the public, but otherwise closed during most