It is a superb series of programmes written and presented by the historian Michael Wood. If you have not had chance to see it I highly recommend it. You can view it on BBC iPlayer. The series explores the history of the world's oldest continuous state, from the ancient past to the present day. It is so good I have watched them for a second time! The photography is truly breathtaking. He travels across China to explore the landscapes, peoples, stories and cultures that have helped create China's distinctive character and genius over more than 4000 years.
This photo is of Lynne and I on the Great Wall of China in 1981. I have always been fascinated by the history and geography of this incredible country. I also love the wilderness poetry of ancient China. In recent weeks I have really enjoyed the new BBC documentary series 'The Story of China'.
It is a superb series of programmes written and presented by the historian Michael Wood. If you have not had chance to see it I highly recommend it. You can view it on BBC iPlayer. The series explores the history of the world's oldest continuous state, from the ancient past to the present day. It is so good I have watched them for a second time! The photography is truly breathtaking. He travels across China to explore the landscapes, peoples, stories and cultures that have helped create China's distinctive character and genius over more than 4000 years.
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David A. Stott'Beyond the Sacred Mountains' is a website embracing my poetry anthology, photographic gallery, travel journals and scrapbook pages devoted to travel. My blog enables me to share my love of travel with others. Archives
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