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Ming Tombs

Ming Tombs

Outside Beijing are the tombs of the Ming emperors. Only one has been excavated, but their gardens are quite nice. They have decided to leave excavation to future generations that have more technology.

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Guardian of the Ming Tombs
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Long shot of the pathway to the tombs as 3 cyclists go down it.
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This camel is one of the guardians
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Avenue of sculptures
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Hallway of one of the tombs. Some treasures of another tomb are shown. This one is unexcavated.
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The portal before the tomb

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