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Visions of a Horseback People, the Complex of Koguryo Tombs

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The ancient Korean dynasty of Koguryo was founded in the 1st century B.C.

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and lasted for nearly 700 years.

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Many mural tombs registered as World Heritage Sites lie around Pyongyang.

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This Anak Tomb No. 3 has a remarkable diversity of murals.

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The person depicted on the west wall is the master of the tomb.

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He is said to be a king who reigned during the mid-4th century.

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The room is covered in wall paintings.

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The image behind the red post is of a kitchen.

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Looking at the mural conveys an idea of how these people lived their lives.

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The master is heading a large parade. 250 people are following him.

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Koguryo people believed in the soul's immortality

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and wished their same life to continue after death.

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This is said to explain why so many details of daily life are painted inside their tombs.

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This is a castle left by the Koguryo.

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They constantly fought off Chinese attack and reigned over Northeast Asia.

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Tomb murals provide us with important clues about the lives of the mysterious Koguryo people.

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This grave was made for General Chun, a powerful commander.

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Here there is a scene of cavalry departing to the front.

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Superior military force expanded their empire.

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The Koguryo were able to create a unique culture of their own.

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Here mounted charges are firing at targets while galloping on horseback.

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This could be the origin of Yabusame, a Japanese traditional ceremonial art.

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This woman is wearing a red and blue garment which closely resembles a mural of a garment

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depicted in a Takamatsu tomb in Japan.

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It reflects a strong tie between Japan and Koguryo in those days.

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Koguryo fell after an attack by the allied forces of Tang and Shilla in the 7th century.

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Through these images, however, we can still learn about the culture

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and imagine the lives of these people today.