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Jia Bao ancient tomb
August 30, 2021
Archaeologists in Datong city recently unearthed two wooden warrior figurines and one wooden guardian beast statue at a group of tombs from the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-534).
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Yungang silk dolls
August 6, 2021
The Yungang silk dolls from the Yungang district of Datong city are cherished household possessions of the locals.
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Beilu Bangzi
May 7, 2021
Beilu Bangzi is regarded as among the most influential local opera styles in North China.
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Folk Paper-cut
August 28, 2020
Datong city enjoy a long history of folk paper-cutting, which can be traced back to the Ming and Qing dynasties(1368-1911).
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Shua Hai'er
August 28, 2020
Shua Hai'er, also known as Ke Ke tune, is a popular opera in Datong. Its most prominent feature is singing through the lower part of the throat.
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Datong bronze
August 28, 2020
The Datong bronze ware has a long history of exquisite handcraft dating back to the Northern Wei Dynasty (AD 386-534).
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Yonggu Tomb
August 28, 2020
Yonggu Tomb, the largest among the Northern Wei (386-557) mausoleums, is located in the southern Fangshan Mountain 25 km to the northwest of Datong. Construction of the tomb started in 481 and lasted eight years.
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