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Molino Stucky has become a modern Venetian masterpiece after years of renovation and is now home to the Hilton Molino Stucky. Once a grain mill, it has been lovingly restored in recent years and offers a unique view of magical Venice and at the same time characterizes the cityscape.

Bookstores appear to be booming in China. At least this is the impression given by the Zhongshuge bookstore chain, which presents itself with sales outlets as if they were designed by the famous Dutch painter E.C. Escher.