During the Tang Dynasty (618 907), the Emperor Taizong founded an opera school called Liyuan (Pear Garden). Chinese opera reached its pinnacle under the Qing court (1644 1911), giving birth to what is known as Peking Opera. Reproduced here is a piece of beautifully embroidered opera skirt from that era.
The area of Delhi in India is a mecca for tourists who come to see the remnants of past empires. Here are 11 recommended reads about the history and culture of Delhi.