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Tombs of the Liao

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The bodies of the granddaughter of the fifth Liao emperor and her husband Xiao Shaoju were buried with gold masks, silver boots that resemble equestrian foot wear as well as amber and gold amulets. Another tomb was also discovered in Tongliao where a woman's body was found dressed in headdress similar to modern day shamans and decorated with phoenix and laurel tree motifs.

Personalities, Rites, ceremonies and celebrations, Burial, Myths and legends

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The search for Peking man: The famous fossils are still MIA, but does Chinese paleontology miss them?

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The various attempts made to locate the fossils of the Peking Man after its disappearance from Peking to New York City to the Port City of Qinghuangdao is discussed. Many scientists believe that the Java specimens, the Peking Man fossils and those from nearly dozens of other sites in Asia belong to a single species, Homoerectus.

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Science & research, Paleontology, Research, Missing in action, Pithecanthropus erectus, Homo erectus

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Dynasty of nomads: rediscovering the forgotten Liao Empire

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The Liao dynasty ruled the nomadic Khitan people who Chinese-language sources once depicted as barbarians. The Liao society is now recognized as a sophisticated mix of Khitan and Chinese traditions. Liao political innovations include the creation of a dual administration for their Khitan and Chinese subjects.

Facilities & equipment, Public affairs, Social aspects, Influence, Political aspects, Buildings and facilities

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