China's sacred mountain encourages public to 'adopt' ancient trees

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Tai'an: New ways to revitalize rural areas

Tai'an bolsters its Mount Tai tea industry and promotes integrated development of tea and tourism. With a foundation in increasing industrial efficiency and farmers' income, Tai'an has fostered new quality productive forces in rural areas, cultivated new rural industries and formats, and promoted comprehensive rural vitalization. In recent years, Tai'an has bolstered its Mount Tai tea industry, and promoted the …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shandong unveils 10 archaeological sites for educational tours

China Daily

Renowned as the birthplace of Confucianism and a cradle of Chinese civilization, Shandong province shows the richness of its cultural heritage in a newly released list of 10 archaeological sites for educational tours. Spanning from prehistoric times to the Ming and Qing dynasties, these 10 archaeological sites offer a captivating glimpse into the historical and cultural tapestry of Shandong. Taian's …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ancient ginkgo trees wow visitors in Qingdao

China Daily

In Qingdao, Shandong, the 1600-year-old ginkgo trees at Fahai Temple Chengyang district are adorned in golden hues, captivating those gathered to admire the leaves and revel in the beauty of early winter. These ancient marvels, consisting of two ginkgo trees—a male and female—stand as majestic symbols of nature's enduring splendor. Here, the ancient ginkgo trees of Qingdao stand as silent …

Qingdao Ginkgo

4 weeks ago

Ancient tree guidebook published

China Daily

As you stroll through the streets and parks of Beijing, do you sense the watchful presence and quiet breath of ancient trees that have stood for centuries? "To achieve this goal, we need more urban residents to understand and actively participate in protecting ancient trees," said Yang Shutian, chairman of the Beijing Afforestation Foundation. Recently, Audi China and the Beijing …

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1 month ago

Beijing's ancient trees receive tender care and restoration

China Daily

Ancient trees line the path to a hall in Beijing's Jingshan Park on Nov 1. "We have implemented a series of restoration measures for the ancient trees, such as connecting green spaces to expand their nutrient area and installing protective fencing to reduce visitor interference," said Zhou Mingjie, an official with Jingshan Park's management office. Tang Shuo, an engineer with …

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Beijing's ancient trees receive tender care and restoration

China Daily

As Hungarian tourist Peter Tuli wandered through Jingshan Park in central Beijing, his gaze was drawn to a remarkable sight: a millennium-old Chinese scholar tree standing proudly. "We have implemented a series of restoration measures for the ancient trees, such as connecting green spaces to expand their nutrient area and installing protective fencing to reduce visitor interference," said Zhou Mingjie, …

Ancient Trees Beijing Tree Park Jingshan Park

1 month ago

Beijing's ancient trees receive tender care and restoration

China Daily

Ancient trees line the path to a hall in Beijing's Jingshan Park on Nov 1. "We have implemented a series of restoration measures for the ancient trees, such as connecting green spaces to expand their nutrient area and installing protective fencing to reduce visitor interference," said Zhou Mingjie, an official with Jingshan Park's management office. Tang Shuo, an engineer with …

Ancient Trees Beijing Tree Park Jingshan Park

1 month, 1 week ago

Cultural tourism blooms in Greater Huangshan Region

China Daily

White capsule hotels are erected along the cusps of hills, along with a pentagonal tea house amid a tea garden. Vitalization is in the air in the Greater Huangshan Region — a lush area that encompasses cities of Huangshan, Chizhou, Anqing and Xuancheng in East China's Anhui province. Cities in the Greater Huangshan Region are keen on promoting their "golden …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cultural tourism blooms in Greater Huangshan Region

China Daily

White capsule hotels are erected along the cusps of hills, along with a pentagonal tea house amid a tea garden. Vitalization is in the air in the Greater Huangshan Region — a lush area that encompasses cities of Huangshan, Chizhou, Anqing and Xuancheng in East China's Anhui province. Huangshan Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990, is a perpetual …

Tea Huangshan Greater Huangshan Region

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cultural tourism blooms in Greater Huangshan Region

China Daily

White capsule hotels are erected along the cusps of hills, along with a pentagonal tea house amid a tea garden. Vitalization is in the air in the Greater Huangshan Region — a lush area that encompasses cities of Huangshan, Chizhou, Anqing and Xuancheng in East China's Anhui province. Huangshan Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990, is a perpetual …

Tea Huangshan Greater Huangshan Region

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cultural tourism blooms in Greater Huangshan Region

China Daily

White capsule hotels are erected along the cusps of hills, along with a pentagonal tea house amid a tea garden. Vitalization is in the air in the Greater Huangshan Region — a lush area that encompasses cities of Huangshan, Chizhou, Anqing and Xuancheng in East China's Anhui province. Huangshan Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990, is a perpetual …

Tea Huangshan Greater Huangshan Region

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cultural tourism blooms in Greater Huangshan Region

China Daily

White capsule hotels are erected along the cusps of hills, along with a pentagonal tea house amid a tea garden. Vitalization is in the air in the Greater Huangshan Region — a lush area that encompasses cities of Huangshan, Chizhou, Anqing and Xuancheng in East China's Anhui province. Huangshan Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990, is a perpetual …

Tea Huangshan Greater Huangshan Region

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vast Ancient Forest in Jilin Showcases Enduring Resilience of Northeast Yew Trees

China Daily

Vast ancient forest with rare yew trees discovered in Jilin province, China. The forest, covering hundreds of hectares at elevations between 700 and 1,200 meters, is more than 1,000 years old and includes thousands of middle-aged yews with trunk diameters between 10 and 40 centimeters, including six rare trees over 1,000 years old.

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Daiyue District: A Treasure trove of Natural Resources and Cultural Treasures

China Daily

Daiyue district in Shandong province has experienced significant economic growth in recent years, with its annual GDP reaching 44 billion yuan in 2023. The district is also home to a rich history and culture, with numerous historical and cultural relics documented in documents. The district is a popular tourist destination, with attractions such as Mount Tai, Culai Mount National Forest …

Culture History Nature Tourism

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Daiyue District: A Treasure Trove of Natural Wonders and Cultural Treasures

China Daily

Daiyue district in Shandong province has experienced significant economic growth in recent years, with its GDP reaching 44 billion yuan in 2023. The district is also a center for tourism, with numerous historical and cultural attractions, including Mount Tai, Culai Mount National Forest Park, and the Dawenkou Culture Relics. The district is also rich in natural resources, with abundant mineral …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Hidden gems of Shandong: Places of blessing, longevity

China Daily

The Double Ninth Festival falls on the ninth day of the ninth month on the Chinese lunar calendar. In Chinese folklore, the number nine as the largest digit is also a homonym for a word which contains the auspicious meaning of "a long and healthy life". The rare and unique character shou is carved into the side of Yunmen Mountain …

Mountain Shandong Hidden Gems

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tai'an sees surge in visitors during National Day holiday

China Daily

Taian city's cultural and tourism market witnesses a boom during the National Day holiday, and Mount Tai Scenic Area welcomes more than 400,000 visitors. Tai'an in East China's Shandong province saw a surge in visitors during the National Day holiday. Local statistics show a total of 22 tourist attractions, including A-level tourist attractions, brought 2.09 million visitors to Tai'an from …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tai'an sees surge in visitors during National Day holiday

China Daily

Taian city's cultural and tourism market witnesses a boom during the National Day holiday, and Mount Tai Scenic Area welcomes more than 400,000 visitors. Tai'an in East China's Shandong province saw a surge in visitors during the National Day holiday. Local statistics show a total of 22 tourist attractions, including A-level tourist attractions, brought 2.09 million visitors to Tai'an from …

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3 months ago

Mount Heng, a sacred land for fire god worship and longevity

China Daily

Visitors watch a dragon dance performance at the Nanyue Temple Fair. The fire culture that arose around the worship of Zhurong has become emblematic of Mount Heng, as depictions of Zhurong can be seen everywhere on the mountain. In recent years, the government has developed the fire culture of Mount Heng into a cultural tourism complex called Zhurong Town. Hengyang's …

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3 months, 1 week ago

UNESCO listing promotes tea culture in Yunnan

China Daily

A tea farmer puts tea leaves into a basket in an old tea forest of the Jingmai Mountain in Pu'er, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Sept 19, 2023. A year on from being declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the old tea forests in Jingmai Mountain, Yunnan province, are abuzz with activity as the first shoots of the new picking season …

Tea World Yunnan Unesco Jingmai Mountain

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Mount Tai seeks cooperation at global event

China Daily

On Sept 6, amidst the enthusiastic atmosphere of the 38th Mount Tai International Mountaineering Festival, Mount Tai Scenic Area welcomed another grand event: the Mount Tai International Friendly Cooperation Scenic Area Promotion Event. This event attracted representatives from Hanasan in South Korea, Mont Saint-Michel in France, Aragats Mountain in Armenia, as well as representatives from domestic mountainous scenic areas such …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Mount Tai seeks cooperation at global event

China Daily

On Sept 6, amidst the enthusiastic atmosphere of the 38th Mount Tai International Mountaineering Festival, Mount Tai Scenic Area welcomed another grand event: the Mount Tai International Friendly Cooperation Scenic Area Promotion Event. This event attracted representatives from Hanasan in South Korea, Mont Saint-Michel in France, Aragats Mountain in Armenia, as well as representatives from domestic mountainous scenic areas such …

Tourism Scenic Cooperation Area Mount Event Tai

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Annual mountaineering competition to take place in Tai'an

China Daily

The Mount Tai International Mountaineering Competition is held every September in Tai'an, Shandong. The 38th Mount Tai International Mountaineering Competition will take place in Tai'an from Sept 6 to 12. Activities will include cultural and tourism exchanges between China and foreign countries, a cultural tourism event themed on the Yellow River and Mount Tai, and mountaineering sports competitions. Since the …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Annual mountaineering competition to take place in Tai'an

China Daily

The Mount Tai International Mountaineering Competition is held every September in Tai'an, Shandong. The 38th Mount Tai International Mountaineering Competition will take place in Tai'an from Sept 6 to 12. Activities will include cultural and tourism exchanges between China and foreign countries, a cultural tourism event themed on the Yellow River and Mount Tai, and mountaineering sports competitions. Since the …

Mount Tai International Mountaineering

3 months, 4 weeks ago

Mount Tai ranks 4th among national 5A-level scenic areas

China Daily

Mount Tai, a UNESCO natural and cultural heritage site in East China's Shandong province, is a natural wonder that offers splendid views. The list of the top 100 most influential 5A-level scenic area brands for this year was released recently, with Mount Tai Scenic Area ranking fourth. Among the top 10 scenic areas on the list were the Forbidden City …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Mount Tai ranks 4th among national 5A-level scenic areas

China Daily

Mount Tai, a UNESCO natural and cultural heritage site in East China's Shandong province, is a natural wonder that offers splendid views. The list of the top 100 most influential 5A-level scenic area brands for this year was released recently, with Mount Tai Scenic Area ranking fourth. Among the top 10 scenic areas on the list were the Forbidden City …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Guarding greenery on Northeast China's Changbai Mountain

China Daily

CHANGCHUN - As dawn light casts a glow over Changbai Mountain, Jia Xiang and his team begin another demanding day of fieldwork. Every piece of data is vital for understanding the health of the forest," said Jia, an engineer at the Changbai Mountain scientific research institute. Changbai Mountain, located in Northeast China's Jilin province, stands as one of the country's …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Mount Tai's educational practice case wins award at 46th session of UNESCO's World Heritage Committee

China Daily

Mount Tai Spirit to Inspire the World - A "Four in one" Innovative Educational Practice at the World Heritage Site of Mount Tai was awarded the Star of Discovery of the 2024 Global World Heritage Education Innovative Cases at the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee, which concluded in New Delhi, India on July 31. Organized by the World …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Beat heat in 10 Chinese destinations

China Daily

The Fanjing Mountain, or Fanjingshan in Chinese, in Tongren city, Guizhou province, has enjoyed increasing fame since it was included on UNESCO's Natural World Heritage List due to its range of biodiversity in 2018. Tongren in Southwest China's Guizhou province A summer visit to Tongren offers a tapestry of enchanting experiences. Begin by exploring the Tongren Ancient City to dive …

5 months ago

世界遗产日：一定要参观的十大中国考古遗址 (下)

China Daily

Archaeological sites bear witness to history and embody the inheritance of culture. As April 18 marks the International Day for Monuments and Sites, also known as World Heritage Day, we've selected ten archaeological sites in China that merit exploration. Located in Chengdu, capital city of Sichuan province, the Jinsha site is the urban center of the ancient Shu Kingdom and …

Site Shu Jinsha

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Changbai Mountain Tourist Resort, Jilin province

China Daily

Changbai Mountain Tourist Resort, Jilin province Changbaishan Tianchi Lake in Jilin province The Changbai Mountain Scenic Area is a national AAAAA-level scenic area, a member of the United Nation's Man and Biosphere Reserve Program, an international A-level nature reserve, a state-level nature reserve and one of the 10 most famous mountains in China. There are rich natural resources in the …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

The Ancient City of Taizhou

China Daily

The Song-style market in the Culture & Tourism Area of the Ancient City of Taizhou attracts crowds of tourists. The Culture & Tourism Area of the Ancient City of Taizhou was listed among the "2023 Zhejiang Top 10 Transformation and Quality Improvement Scenic Areas" and the "2023 Zhejiang Demonstration Cultural Tourism Markets", at the awards ceremony for the 2023 Zhejiang …

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6 months ago

A date with old quarries-turned-ecological park in Weihai

China Daily

This photo taken on June 7, 2024, shows a bird's-eye view of the Huaxiacheng Scenic Area in Weihai, East China's Shandong province. Adorned by more than 30 pits-turned lakes, the vast mountainous area is densely covered by around 12.3 million trees planted since 2003. According to Zou Chunde, assistant general manager of Huaxia Group, the Longshan Mountain, where Huaxiacheng is …

Weihai

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Rooted in sustainability

The Independent

Farmer Liu Jingyi would play at the family chestnut tree just outside their yard when he was a child, climbing up its branches and into the hollow of its trunk. In November, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation included the Kuancheng Traditional Chestnut Eco-Planting System on its list of Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems, citing its rich cultural content …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Explore your 'Altay' in Taizhou

China Daily

A new hit Chinese TV show, To the Wonder, adapted from the My Altay essay collection, has turned Altay in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region into a new trendy tourism destination among young people attracted by its breathtaking views. However, Taizhou in Zhejiang province is also capable of providing tourists with their own "Altay-like" experience with its spectacular mountains, waters, …

Taizhou

7 months ago

Rare wildlife and ancient plants thrive in Quzhou

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2024-05-22 As one of the most biodiverse regions for wildlife in Zhejiang province, Quzhou has recorded 436 species of terrestrial vertebrates over the past five years, including 72 species of nationally protected wild animals. The city has also observed 2,460 species of terrestrial vascular plants, with 43 species of nationally protected wild plants. Black muntjac The black muntjac, …

Black Species Wild Quzhou

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Changbai Mountain: Holy mountain, holy water

China Daily

Last summer vacation, I had the opportunity to visit Changbai Mountain with my family. The tour guide said that the climate on the mountain changes greatly, and many people encounter rain or heavy fog when going up, unable to see the Tianchi Lake. With the Feiliu Waterfall, huge mountain lakes, endless primitive forests, peculiar volcanic landforms, and precious flora and …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Mount Tai, Halla Mountain forge relationship

China Daily

A friendly exchange agreement for China's Mount Tai and South Korea's Halla Mountain was signed on March 31 in Tai'an, Shandong province. Oh Young-hun, governor of Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, said that Jeju and Tai'an have a long history of friendly exchanges and that relations between Mount Tai and Halla Mountain are growing increasingly close. The two mountains first signed …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Mount Tai, Halla Mountain forge relationship

China Daily

A friendly exchange agreement for China's Mount Tai and South Korea's Halla Mountain was signed on March 31 in Tai'an, Shandong province. Oh Young-hun, governor of Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, said that Jeju and Tai'an have a long history of friendly exchanges and that relations between Mount Tai and Halla Mountain are growing increasingly close. The two mountains first signed …

Mountain Yang Mount Tai Jeju Mount Tai Halla Mountain

9 months ago

Quzhou works to protect ancient trees

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2024-03-20 An ancient tree cultural park in Changshan county, Quzhou, Zhejiang province. Quzhou in Zhejiang province has in recent years taken significant steps to protect its valuable ancient trees. Utilizing digital methods, authorities have created a map of ancient trees, implementing dynamic management with individual profiles and unique identification numbers for precise maintenance and care. The city has …

Ancient Trees Quzhou

9 months, 1 week ago

Protection of ancient trees an act of pride for ranger

China Daily

The ancient trees in the Cuiyun Corridor in Jiange, Sichuan province, have weathered the slings and arrows of history and of countless seasons. GOU YONGXIONG/FOR CHINA DAILY Ancient trees are some of the largest living organisms on the planet, playing environmental roles that younger trees cannot fulfill. With the sharp decrease in the number of large ancient trees in many …

Ancient Trees Tree Protect Jiange

9 months, 1 week ago

Protection of ancient trees an act of pride for ranger

China Daily

The ancient trees in the Cuiyun Corridor in Jiange, Sichuan province, have weathered the slings and arrows of history and of countless seasons. In 2009, to protect the ancient cypresses along the road, the highway was shifted more than 300 meters outside what is now the Cuiyun Corridor scenic area. "If there is extreme weather such as heavy winds and …

Ancient Trees Tree

9 months, 3 weeks ago

History of Shandong

China Daily

With a time-honored history, Shandong dates back to over 400,000 years when Yiyuan man, the earliest Shandong human known by far, existed. Historical sites spread all over Shandong, including four world culture heritage sites of Mount Tai, the Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion, the Great Wall of Qi and the Great Canal. In Shandong, there …

Culture Heritage China Cultural History Shandong

9 months, 4 weeks ago

Must-see destinations in Qujiang

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2024-02-26 Yaowang Mountain in Qujiang district, Quzhou is dubbed "a natural oxygen bar". Here are two remarkable destinations worth exploring in Qujiang district, Quzhou, Zhejiang province. Yaowang Mountain Yaowang Mountain, a national 4A scenic spot, boasts an abundance of negative oxygen ions and fresh air. It is adorned with ancient camphor trees, precious Chinese fir trees, an 800-year-old …

Quzhou Qujiang Chaping Village Qujiang District

10 months ago

New building of museum at Shang Dynasty capital site to open this month

China Daily

BEIJING -- The new building of the Yinxu Museum at the Yin Ruins, the site of the last capital of the Shang Dynasty, will open to the public on Feb 26. The museum, located in the city of Anyang in Central China's Henan province, will showcase nearly 4,000 items or sets of cultural relics, including bronzeware, pottery, jade objects, and …

China Shang Shang Dynasty

10 months, 1 week ago

Experiencing Guizhou's wild beauty

China Daily

By Yan Dongjie and Yang Jun in Tongren, Guizhou | China Daily | Updated: 2024-02-17 12:32 An aerial view of the Wujiang River in Yanhe Tujia autonomous county in Guizhou province. In Tongren, people often say that "there are 7 billion people in the world, but Fanjing Mountain can only accommodate 3 million each year, which means the world would …

Mountain Guizhou Fanjing Mountain Fanjing World Natural Tongren

10 months, 1 week ago

Experiencing Guizhou's wild beauty

China Daily

An aerial view of the Wujiang River in Yanhe Tujia autonomous county in Guizhou province. In Tongren, people often say that "there are 7 billion people in the world, but Fanjing Mountain can only accommodate 3 million each year, which means the world would have to line up for 2,000 years to visit the mountain one by one". According to …

Mountain Guizhou Natural Heritage Fanjing Mountain Fanjing Tongren

10 months, 1 week ago

Experiencing Guizhou's wild beauty

China Daily

An aerial view of the Wujiang River in Yanhe Tujia autonomous county in Guizhou province. In Tongren, people often say that "there are 7 billion people in the world, but Fanjing Mountain can only accommodate 3 million each year, which means the world would have to line up for 2,000 years to visit the mountain one by one". According to …

Mountain Guizhou Fanjing Mountain Fanjing Tongren

10 months, 2 weeks ago

Yiwu gains recognition for one ancient tree park

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2024-02-06 The ginkgo tree at the Ginkgo Cultural Park in Hongfeng village, Dachen town, Yiwu. The Zhejiang Forestry Bureau recently announced the second batch of ancient tree cultural parks in the province, including the Ginkgo Cultural Park in Hongfeng village, Dachen town, Yiwu. The Ginkgo Cultural Park offers a leisure space, enhanced surrounding facilities and interactive experiences like …

Cultural Ancient Tree Park Yiwu Ginkgo

11 months ago

Exploring Quzhou's ancient trails: A glimpse into history

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2024-01-23 An ancient trail in Quzhou, Zhejiang province. Nestled at the crossroads of Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Fujian, and Anhui provinces, Zhejiang's Quzhou is renowned for its distinctive geographical setting and diverse hilly terrain, offering a rich tapestry of ancient trails. Wu Weiming, former director of the city's forestry bureau, expressed his belief that effectively conserving and leveraging these ancient …

Ancient Zhejiang Trails Trail Quzhou

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