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Acrobat Performance at Chaoyang Theater in Beijing (#6048)
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copyright © 2004 Chris Gregerson.
Available format: 6 megapixel (3072 x 2048 total resolution)
picture date: 2004-10-08
picture date: 2004-10-08
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China arts and culture is mostly known by the Western world as the Peking Opera or in local terms, “jingxi” which is the form of theater supported by the imperial court. This form of the performing arts combines various forms, from music, mime, dance, speech to acrobatics, as shown in the photo. These performances are usually done to relay stories about China’s rich history and legends.
links
- Travel China Guide page for Guilin
- Beijing Review, a news weekly in China
- The Beijing Page (links)
Extensive collection of links to beijing resources on the web - Beijing Capital International Airport website
- US State Department - Tips for Travelers to China
- The Forbidden City Palace Museum website
- Beijing! Travel Tips website
2006-12-27