Expedition Team Explores Ancient Tibetan SitesAn expedition team set off Saturday to explore an area in western Tibet known as the home of the ancient Guge Dynasty.Western Tibet averages 4,000 meters above sea level. The ancient Guge Dynasty started there in the 9th century, and soon developed into one of region's strongest powers. But in 1630, due to wars and Western influence, the dynasty was wiped out. However, its remains of castles, forts, temples, and tombs have attracted historians for generations. This time, China's State Bureau of Cultural Relics has organized an expedition team to explore these sites. The team started from Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, and will end at Yecheng, located in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. CCTV plans to accompany the expedition and report on its progress. |
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