Discover China journeys to the Uyghur homeland: a vibrant land of oasis towns and desert sands, once central to Silk Road trade. The Uyghurs trace their roots to Turkic peoples on China’s northwestern frontiers.
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Discover China ep07 - Dazu Rock Carvings
The Dazu Rock Carvings in Chongqing, China, are a renowned series of religious sculptures dating back to the 7th century AD.
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Discover China ep06 - The Legend of Y...
Centuries pass, yet ancient traditions endure. Amidst the vibrant ponds and mysterious caves of Songpan, heritage flows unbroken through generations—a living bond between past and present, where nature and culture intertwine in timeless resilience.
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Discover China ep04 - The First Emperor
Qin Shi Huang founded the Qin dynasty and became unified China’s first emperor. First ruling as King Zheng from 247 to 221 BC, he conquered rival states, centralized power, and introduced sweeping reforms. His legacy includes standardized writing, currency, and the Terracotta Army.
