On January 14, 2026, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences in Beijing unveiled thrilling discoveries in archaeology and heritage protection on the Chinese mainland.
After four years of careful restoration, artifacts from the Xuewei No.1 Tomb in Dulan, Qinghai Province, are now fully preserved. The showstopper? The only surviving Tang Dynasty gold armor (618907) a gilded bronze marvel inspired by the Tuyuhun royal familys ceremonial style 🛡️✨.
Archaeologists also confirmed a lacquer plate, once used to hold grapes, as a masterpiece of Tang gold-and-silver inlay craftsmanship 🍇. Scientific analysis of these finds sheds new light on the vibrant cultural exchanges among diverse ethnic groups during the Tang era.
But wait, theres more! The press conference also marked the grand opening of the China Animal Resources Specimen Bank. The bank now boasts the earliest domesticated dog remains from the Nanzhuangtou site in Hebei Province and pig remains from the Jiahu site in Henan. These furry (and oinky 🐶🐷) specimens unlock key clues about the origins of Chinese civilization.
From the glint of ancient armor to the textbook-ready animal remains 🔬, these breakthroughs on the Chinese mainland are a goldmine for students, researchers, and history buffs alike. Stay tuned as these stories continue to unfold! 🌏🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
