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The Real Dragon Emperor

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Photo: View of the terra cotta warrior pits.
A view of one of the underground terra cotta warrior pits.

Photo by Wang da Gang

At noon every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through March 31, 2010, step back in time as the latest archaeological research and imaging techniques take you inside the massive tomb of China’s first emperor. Learn the amazing story of Qin Shihuangdi and the famous terra cotta warriors created to protect him in the afterlife.

Each film (46min) screening takes place in the Grosvenor Auditorium and is free of charge.
The film will also screen every hour from noon to 8pm on Saturday, March 27.

Sample segments of this film from National Geographic Channel.

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