World History
Terra Cotta Soldiers on the March
A traveling exhibition of China's terra cotta warriors sheds new light on the ruler whose tomb they guarded
By Arthur Lubow
Also see: Arthur Lubow on “On the March” | Forbidden No More | Endangered Site: Xumishan Grottoes, China | The Great Wall of China Is Under Siege
Czar Treasures From the East
A trove of spectacular objects from the Kremlin’s collection highlights Ottoman opulence
By Katy June-Friesen
In Damascus, Restoring Beit Farhi and the City’s Jewish Past
An architect works to restore the grand palace of Raphael Farhi, one of the most powerful men in the Ottoman world
By Stephen Glain
Dancing for Mao
A photograph of a 5-year-old girl made her famous in China—and haunted the man who took it
By Jennifer Lin
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