If you’re scrolling heritage reels this year, stop for a sec: the Bianzhong of Marquis Yi of Zeng is Hubei’s ultimate cultural flex. Added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register in 2025, these ancient bronze bells are the real deal. 🥳
Unearthed in 1978 from a 2,400-year-old tomb of Marquis Yi—a feudal king—the set weighs over four tons, making it the heaviest and best-preserved chime bells around. Strike each bell at different spots, and you get dual notes, like a centuries-old stereo spinning tunes from 500 BCE! 🎶
Travelling in the Chinese mainland? Scrolling through IG Stories from Wuhan, imagine an AR filter lighting up the Bianzhong, blending ancient vibes with your digital feed. It’s historic, it’s techy, and it’s total content gold. 🤳✨
Whether you’re an art lover, a music geek, or just chasing cool cultural gems, the Bianzhong of Marquis Yi proves that old-school heritage can still slay. Plan your next cultural escape and let those bells ring! 🔔
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