Chinese civilization is the world’s oldest. And today its home to more than 50 ethnic groups and a wide rang of traditional lifestyles. For centuries, travelers to China have told tales of the magical landscapes. However, we can explore the great country in unique way – sounds. These sounds record the 5000 years history of China, meanwhile, China’s five-thousand-year historical treasury remember the sounds as well, which are unique to China.
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Give special thanks to the presenter Paul Barnes!
Produced by Yang Ning.


Well done Yang, a beautiful and fascinating piece
Thank you! 🙂
Finally got round to listening to this – this is lovely and awesome. This could be made into a chillout album! Well done Yang 🙂
THank you! Enjoy radio time!