Jiangsu: Between the Emperor Canal and Modern Skyscrapers (Enhanced DVD)
Product Description:
This program exposes the diverse cultural landscape of Jiangsu province in China which is distinct for its venerable waterways. Viewing this DVD is a veritable journey to the ancient city of Suzhou, and includes gardens marked on the world Heritage list of UNESCO! The present day city of Wuxi has always been popular as a city of science. Its Donglin Academy of Classical learning which came into existence in 1111 AD provides lessons in calligraphy and classical music. The majestic city of Nanjing was the site where the primitive emperor constructed his treasure fleet. This documentary also highlights China’s greatest statue of the Buddha and presents the creation of gold brocade, silk, embroidery, as well as gracefully painted clay figures.
(Jiangsu: Between the Emperor Canal and Modern Skyscrapers Enhanced DVD, 44 minutes) Copy Right Date: 2007 CC