There are no trees here because in ancient China emperors considered themselves to be a Son of Heaven, born to reign over the country, so they should occupy the highest position.

细心的人可以发现这里没有树，因为古时中国的皇上认为他们自己是天子，一生下来就是统治这个国家的，所以他们应该占据最高点。

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Outgoing director British-born Swiss Moritz de Hadeln was criticised during his 22-year reign for failing to use the festival as a platform for German films.

BBC: Charlie Chaplin