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Munao Festival (目脑纵歌)
The Munao Festival for the Jingpo people is held on the 15th day of the first lunar month. It is the biggest sacrifice ceremony, the Munao...
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Year of Dragon (龙)
Strong, commanding, a leader; popular, athletic; bright, chivalrous and idealistic, though not always consistent; likely to be a believer...
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Hezhe (赫哲族)
Traditions and Language of Hezhe (赫哲族) One of the smallest ethnic minority groups in China, the Hezhe population was once reduced to...
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Beijing Cuisine
Peking Cuisine or Beijing Cuisine has developed from the Beijing local dishes, Shandong dishes and the royal dishes of the palace. The...
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Chong Yang Festival (重阳节)
On the ninth day of the ninth lunar month, the Double Ninth Festival is celebrated. Its name comes from the I-Ching, the Chinese Book of...

Beyond the Great Wall

Pioneering images that capture the dazzling array of mysterious and wonderful creatures that live in China's most beautiful landscapes.

The extreme landscapes north of the Great Wall have shaped some of China's most colourful people and wildlife. From nomadic tribes hunting with eagles to camel trains crossing the Silk Road, from frozen Siberian wastes to baking deserts of Central Asia, life in northern China is always on the edge.

For more information about Wild China visit the BBC Four website.