Dunhuang - Ancient Frontier Fortress

Depicts the rise and fall of ancient Chinese city Dunhuang's generals, warlords, monks, and Empress Wu Zetian.

Production

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Seasons

2 Episodes • Premiered 2020

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1. The Shining Beacon

The Han Empire control access to the ancient Chinese desert oasis of Dun Huang, but the mighty nomadic Xiongnu tribes pose a threat. The cunning Han general Ban Chao must use all his wisdom and experience to secure Dun Huang.

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2. Rise, Fall and Rebirth

In the early fifth century, China gets split into 16 smaller kingdoms; a powerful Xiongnu warlord is eager to control Dun Huang; Wu Zetian becomes the first woman ever to take the dragon throne.

Cast

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Ruán Magan

Narrator

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