Which languages ae read top to bottom?

Jul 19 2023

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Classical Chinese, also known as Literary Chinese, dates back to the era of early recorded Chinese history. A large body of classical Chinese literature exists including various philosophical texts, historical documents, and literary works. This language is customarily written and read from top to bottom in columns, moving from right to left across the page. Over time, the prevalence of Classical Chinese has reduced significantly, and it's now largely relegated to historical and academic context.

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