The Thirteen Tombs of the Ming Dynasty is one of Beijing's seven #UNESCO World Heritage sites. Found in Changping district of north Beijing's suburbs, this well-preserved imperial tomb complex boasts the most emperors buried worldwide. Curious to learn more? In our next livestreaming sessions on July 17 and 18, you could join Kate as she explores the mysterious royal tombs and immerses yourself in the fascinating Ming culture. Stay tuned! #BeijingHeritage #2024MingCultureForum #RetraceBeijing |

Virtual Tours in China: Ming Tombs Located 50 km to the northwest of downtown Beijing, the Ming Tombs site is where 13 of the 16 Ming Dynasty(1368-1644) emperors rest in peace. Spread across a valley to the south of the Tianshou Mountains, the Ming Tombs were awarded the World Cultural Heritage by the United Nations in 2004. bit.ly/2LjcEvt #VirtualToursinChina | China Culture

During the Northern Dynasty period, vivid murals adorned the tombs, capturing the era's life and culture. Today, Huang Jiayuan, choreographer from the Beijing Dance Drama & Opera, brings this ancient art to life with her #classicaldance "Flying-Bird Bun". Inspired by the Northern Dynasty murals, particularly the hairstyle depicted in the Xu Xianxiu tomb, Huang transforms these historical images into a dynamic stage performance. Through extensive research and a deep understanding of the era, she