Ancient art glows in the murals at Zhatang Temple
chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2016-11-04 11:12
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A section of a mural at Zhatang Temple. [Daqiong/China Daily] |
In Dranang county, Tibet, Zhatang Temple's most precious objects are its murals. Painted more than 900 years ago, the well-preserved murals are still clear.
The murals portray Buddha Sakyamuni, bodhisattvas, high-ranking officials and common people, whose clothing, decoration and social roles are important in studying the society and history of that time.
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