Bao Xishun, the World's Tallest Man

The Tale of Bao Xishun, The World's Tallest Man A herdsman from Inner Mongolia travels a long way after being placed in the Guinness Book of World Records
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Prosperous
Bao's notoriety has allowed him to travel the world, collecting appearance fees at Guinness-sponsored events. The proceeds have given him the opportunity to construct a new home in Zhunhua, a few hours drive from Beijing.

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