Map of Qing Dynasty

The above map shows the Qing Empire in relation to the borders of Modern China.  Note the location of the Great Wall and the fact that Taiwan, Mongolia, and modern-day Western China all fall under the Qing’s borders.  If one looks closely, it's clear that many of the major cities in China  are located near or on a large body of water.  This is not a coincidence, as the Chinese used the water to transport goods throughout their country and the world. Furthermore, the viewer should notice the similarities between the borders of the Qing Dynasty and the borders of Modern China.  Though one could comment upon the vastness of the 2011 China, this map clearly shows that the Qing Dynasty reigned supreme as far as land area is concerned.