beijing

Chen Zhen, a student in the 1960s in Beijing, is sent to be a shepherd in Inner Mongolia where he learns about the Mongols' view of triangular balance between the earth, the wolves, and man, and attempts to raise a wolf pup, but the Han Chinese arrive, threatening the balance in the steppes with their promise of modernity.

The imperial tombs constitute an important part of Chinese funeral culture. The Ming Tombs and the Eastern and Western Tombs of the Qing Dynasty near Beijing are typical examples of imperial tombs. They attract innumerable tourists from both at home and abroad with their huge dimensions, advanced architectural techniques and superb masonry.

Looks at the history of China's Forbidden City, focusing on all the emperor's that ruled the city.

Explores the Forbidden City, one of China's most famous landmarks, featuring panoramic drawings of its buildings, gardens, and courtyards, and presenting stories, facts, and commentary about palace life.

Contains an illustrated introduction to the private world of the forbidden city in China and examines the ceremonies, rituals, weddings, births, and deaths of several royal dynasties.

Contains an illustrated introduction to the private world of the forbidden city in China and examines the ceremonies, rituals, weddings, births, and deaths of several royal dynasties.

Presents a study of the history of the Forbidden City from the days of Emperor Yongle to the fall of the Qing dynasty, and describes the culture and traditions of the city's people.