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World Heritage Day: 10 must-visit archaeological sites in China
Updated: Apr 18, 2024
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7. The Yinxu Ruins, Henan province
The Yinxu Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Anyang city, Henan province, was an ancient capital of the Shang Dynasty (c. 16th century-11th century BC).
Spreading across over 30 square kilometers, the archeological site features the greatest number of oracle bone inscriptions discovered so far in the world, and a series of unparalleled cultural relics including bronze and jade ware.
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