The Archive · 1937

Sights in the Old Capital

Of all the interesting spots that China has to offer to the Shanghai resident, there are few to rival Peiping, the old capital. Below are just a few of the sights of the city.

Grim executioners' swords on view at the Museum over the South Gate, They were used In the Manchu Dynasty.

Qld tower on Hslangshan, due: of the three Few visitors to the relies of the defunct Manchu situated in the Court' take note of the ancient Lama Tower in suburbs of the city, the grounds of a deserted Bhuddist temple, These coal balls are what Peiping residents use as fuel, This thoroughfare is known as Hatamen Street, and is situated in the eastern portion of the hy.

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