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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 13 MIN

Painted for Eternity: The Murals That Survived Six Centuries

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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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