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The Ming Dynasty’s Forgotten Capital

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The once most magnificent imperial city in China is located in what is now Fengyang. The first city of the Ming dynasty was a model for all those who followed - including Beijing. After around 600 years underground, the ruined city is now being excavated again. Archaeologists, researchers, historians and workers are following in the footsteps of a bygone era and gaining new insights into the fate of a mysterious city every day.

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Status: Released

Released Date: 2024-06-01

Runtime: 90 mins

Director: Stéphane Bégoin

Spoken language:

Genres: Documentary, Mystery, History

Original title: The Ming Dynasty’s Forgotten Capital

Production Companies: ARTE, Bellota Films, Anhui Media Industry Gro

Production Countries: France

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