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10:44 Chinese ambassador visited Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum
 
Lima, May 15 (ANDINA). The Chinese ambassador to Peru, Huang Minhui visited the Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum, in Peru's northern Lambayeque region, which exhibits the fabulous collection of the Lord of Sipan.
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The ambassador was impressed by the archeological remains and the gold ornaments found in the tomb of the Mochica government leader known as the Lord of Sipan.

Huang Minhui and her delegation were guided by the director of the museum, Walter Alva, who explained the splendor of the Moche culture.

Moreover, Alva mentioned some cultural similarities with ancient Asian cultures and the possibilities of tourism from China to Lambayeque in the future.

Alva also said that the museum may soon offer guided tours in Chinese and publication in said language.

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Date: 15/05/2012
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