EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 13 MIN
Painted for Eternity: The Murals That Survived Six Centuries
from The Context · host NewsChina
Today, we’ll talk about how the hidden murals of Beijing’s Fahai Temple, created by Ming Dynasty court painters nearly 600 years ago, combine extraordinary craftsmanship, lavish use of gold, and a long history of protection to form one of the most overlooked masterpieces in world art.
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