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Illustration - Iran

IRAN. SHIRAZ. PERSEPOLIS. RUINS OF THE TACHARA OU DARIUS' PALACE, CAPITAL OF THE PERSIAN EMPIRE OF THE ACHEMENIDE DYNASTY, HAS BEEN FOUNDED BY DARIUS THE FIRST IN 331 BC. ITS EDIFICATION KEPT GOING DURING TWO CENTURIES UNDER THE RULE OF XERXES 1RST AND ARTAXERXES 1RST UNTIL ITS DESTRUCTION BY ALEXANDER THE GREAT 331 BC. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Iran

IRAN. SHIRAZ. PERSEPOLIS. RUINS OF THE TACHARA OU DARIUS' PALACE, CAPITAL OF THE PERSIAN EMPIRE OF THE ACHEMENIDE DYNASTY, HAS BEEN FOUNDED BY DARIUS THE FIRST IN 331 BC. ITS EDIFICATION KEPT GOING DURING TWO CENTURIES UNDER THE RULE OF XERXES 1RST AND ARTAXERXES 1RST UNTIL ITS DESTRUCTION BY ALEXANDER THE GREAT 331 BC. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Iran

IRAN. SHIRAZ. PERSEPOLIS. SCULPTURE OF XERXES 1RST IN THE HADISH OR XERXES' PALACE. THE CAPITAL OF THE PERSIAN EMPIRE OF THE ACHEMENIDE DYNASTY HAS BEEN FOUNDED BY DARIUS THE FIRST IN 331 BC. ITS EDIFICATION KEPT GOING DURING TWO CENTURIES UNDER THE RULE OF XERXES 1RST AND ARTAXERXES 1RST UNTIL ITS DESTRUCTION BY ALEXANDER THE GREAT 331 BC. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Iran

IRAN. SHIRAZ. PERSEPOLIS. RUINS OF THE TACHARA OU DARIUS' PALACE, CAPITAL OF THE PERSIAN EMPIRE OF THE ACHEMENIDE DYNASTY, HAS BEEN FOUNDED BY DARIUS THE FIRST IN 331 BC. ITS EDIFICATION KEPT GOING DURING TWO CENTURIES UNDER THE RULE OF XERXES 1RST AND ARTAXERXES 1RST UNTIL ITS DESTRUCTION BY ALEXANDER THE GREAT 331 BC. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Iran

IRAN. SHIRAZ. PERSEPOLIS. RUINS OF THE TACHARA OU DARIUS' PALACE, CAPITAL OF THE PERSIAN EMPIRE OF THE ACHEMENIDE DYNASTY, HAS BEEN FOUNDED BY DARIUS THE FIRST IN 331 BC. ITS EDIFICATION KEPT GOING DURING TWO CENTURIES UNDER THE RULE OF XERXES 1RST AND ARTAXERXES 1RST UNTIL ITS DESTRUCTION BY ALEXANDER THE GREAT 331 BC. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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CHINA-EGYPT-YIN RUINS-LUXOR-ANCIENT CIVILIZATION (CN)

(240418) -- BEIJING, April 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Feb. 23, 2024 shows the palace and royal ancestral shrines area site of the Yin Ruins (R) and the new building of Yinxu Museum in Anyang, central China's Henan Province. Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes in southern Egypt, was the pharaohs' capital at the height of their power during the New Kingdom from the 16th century BC to the 11th century BC. Seen by many as the world's largest open-air museum, it is home to famous Tutankhamen's tomb in the Valley of the Kings and the ruins of the huge Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple. The Yin Ruins, which is located in Anyang of central China's Henan Province, is the first documented late Shang Dynasty (1600-1046 B.C.) capital site in China, as confirmed by archaeological excavations and oracle bone inscriptions. Luxor and the Yin Ruins have, respectively, witnessed the historic highlights of the development of Egypt and China, the two ancient civilizations. April 18 marks th

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CHINA-EGYPT-YIN RUINS-LUXOR-ANCIENT CIVILIZATION (CN)

(240418) -- BEIJING, April 18, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Feb. 23, 2024 shows the palace and royal ancestral shrines area site of the Yin Ruins in Anyang, central China's Henan Province. Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes in southern Egypt, was the pharaohs' capital at the height of their power during the New Kingdom from the 16th century BC to the 11th century BC. Seen by many as the world's largest open-air museum, it is home to famous Tutankhamen's tomb in the Valley of the Kings and the ruins of the huge Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple. The Yin Ruins, which is located in Anyang of central China's Henan Province, is the first documented late Shang Dynasty (1600-1046 B.C.) capital site in China, as confirmed by archaeological excavations and oracle bone inscriptions. Luxor and the Yin Ruins have, respectively, witnessed the historic highlights of the development of Egypt and China, the two ancient civilizations. April 18 marks the International Day for Monuments and Sit

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-AERIAL VIEW (CN)

(230504) -- XI'AN, May 4, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on March 14, 2023 shows plum blossoms at Daming Palace National Heritage Park in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). In recent years, the city has explored innovative transformation and injected new vitality into historical and cultural heritage. Tourists are provided with an immersive cultural experience through a mix of shopping, dining and other recreational activities. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-AERIAL VIEW (CN)

(230504) -- XI'AN, May 4, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on April 25, 2023 shows a view of the Xi'an Railway Station and the Daming Palace National Heritage Park behind it in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). In recent years, the city has explored innovative transformation and injected new vitality into historical and cultural heritage. Tourists are provided with an immersive cultural experience through a mix of shopping, dining and other recreational activities. (Xinhua/Shao Rui)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Dec. 16, 2022 shows a performance staged at the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Photo by Zou Jingyi/Xinhua)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A tourists in traditional Chinese clothing Hanfu visit the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Photo by Zou Jingyi/Xinhua)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 5, 2023 shows cultural and creative products displayed at the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo shows tourists visiting the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Photo by Zou Jingyi/Xinhua)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo shows tourists visiting the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo shows tourists visiting the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit a relic of a bathing pool at the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Photo by Zou Jingyi/Xinhua)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit a relic of a bathing pool at the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Photo by Zou Jingyi/Xinhua)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit a relic of a bathing pool at the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 5, 2023. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Photo by Zou Jingyi/Xinhua)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-LANDMARK-HUAQING PALACE (CN)

(230510) -- XI'AN, May 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 2, 2021 shows a performance staged at the Huaqing Palace scenic area in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). As one of the cultural landmarks in Xi'an, Huaqing Palace, a former winter resort for emperors in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), is located at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The palace is famous for the legendary love story of Tang Emperor Li Longji and his favorite concubine Yang Yuhuan. It's also the location of a famous historical event known as the Xi'an Incident. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-AERIAL VIEW (CN)

(230504) -- XI'AN, May 4, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on March 14, 2023 shows plum blossoms at Daming Palace National Heritage Park in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). In recent years, the city has explored innovative transformation and injected new vitality into historical and cultural heritage. Tourists are provided with an immersive cultural experience through a mix of shopping, dining and other recreational activities. (Xinhua/Liu Xiao)

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CHINA-SHAANXI-XI'AN-AERIAL VIEW (CN)

(230504) -- XI'AN, May 4, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on April 25, 2023 shows a view of the Xi'an Railway Station and the Daming Palace National Heritage Park behind it in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province. Xi'an, a city with over 3,100 years of history, served as the capital for 13 dynasties in Chinese history. It is also home to the world-renowned Terracotta warriors created in the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC). In recent years, the city has explored innovative transformation and injected new vitality into historical and cultural heritage. Tourists are provided with an immersive cultural experience through a mix of shopping, dining and other recreational activities. (Xinhua/Shao Rui)

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China delegation at Olympic ceremony

VANCOUVER, Canada - The Chinese delegation enters the arena during the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics at BC Palace in Vancouver on Feb. 12, 2010.

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CHINA-HENAN-ANCIENT WATER CONSERVANCY FACILITIES (CN)

(220614) -- ZHENGZHOU, June 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Schematic diagram provided by the Institute of Archaeology under the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences shows the ruins of an old palace of the ancient city of Han (202 BC-AD 220) and Wei (220-265) dynasties in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province. TO GO WITH "Ancient water conservancy facilities discovered in central China" (Institute of Archaeology under the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences/Handout via Xinhua)