The tomb of the Yongtai Princess is one of the most fabulous Tang Dynasty imperial mausoleums open to the public today. Nearly 1300 years old, the tomb exhibits many of the most salient characteristics of Tang Dynasty burial customs. It was once filled with treasures but cleaned out by tomb raiders long ago in antiquity. Let’s go in! #history #storytime #archaeology #mystery #tomb #tombraider #artifact #themonkeykang #royal #historytime

The incredible gold mask made by the ancient Shu Civilization is the centerpiece cornerstone of the beautiful Jinsha Museum in Chengdu. Crafted 3000 years ago by a mysterious people called the Shu, it’s unlike anything most of us studying ancient history have ever seen! #history #storytime #artifact #museum #archaeology #gold #jewelry #mystery #themonkeykang

What I saw at the special Incan and ancient Peruvian exhibit in the Jinsha Museum ahsolutely blew my mind; it makes me even more curious about native South American history and want to get on a flight to Lima tomorrow! #history #storytime #artifact #art #museum #archaeology #themonkeykang #jewelry #gold #peru

The incredibly intricate tomb of Wirkak is a gem in the Xi’an Museum. The artwork on the stone structure reflect the perfect balance of styles from civilizations along the ancient Silk Road. In this case, the husband and wife resting inside likely never imagined their resting place would become artwork to be admired by future generations. #history #storytime #artifact #art #museum #archaeology #themonkeykang #silkroad #sculpture #tomb #tombraider

The most esteemed 12 dragon 9 phoenix empress crown from the Ming Dynasty 400 years ago. It’s a real privilege to see the real thing in person at the museum, an incredible piece of history, art, and jewelry #history #storytime #jewelry #artifact #gold #art #museum #archaeology #themonkeykang