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China c. 1880s - Great Wall of China top of the Nankow Pass
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Great Wall of China at the top of the Nankow Pass

India - the Amir of Kabul Afghanistan 1860s
19th century vintage photograph India - the Amir of Kabul Afghanistan Shepherd and Robertson, 1860s

India - a maharaja, child prince and his officials 1860s
19th century vintage photograph India - India - a maharaja and his officials, Shepherd and Robertson, 1860s

India - a maharaja and his officials
19th century vintage photograph - India - a maharaja and his officials

China c. 1880s - White Stag temple near Amoy Xiamen
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - White Stag temple near Amoy Xiamen

19th century vintage photograph India - village life in Bengal, Samuel Bourne, 1860s

19th century vintage photograph India - Jain temples Halebidu

China c. 1880s Jade Spring Hill Summer palace, Peking, Beijing
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - pagoda, Jade Spring Hill, near the Summer palace, Peking, Beijing

India - bullock cart
19th century vintage photograph India - bullock cart

India - Raja of Mahmudabad
19th century vintage photograph India - Raja of Mahmudabad

19th century vintage photograph India - Nautch Girls dancing, 1860s Samuel Bourne

19th century vintage photograph India - Tippoos Summer Palace [the Darya Daulat Bagh] at Seringapatam

19th century vintage photograph India - The Residency from the Garden - attrib to Samuel Bourne

19th century vintage photograph India - Kuki Khel, Afridi native regiment, British army, c.1880s

19th century vintage photograph India - 2nd Cheshire Regiment British army, Rawat Fort, Pakistan

19th century vintage photograph India - The Gumbaz at Seringapatam, Muslim mausoleum - Tippu sultans tomb

19th century vintage photograph India - Chamundi Hill stone bull, Mysore

India - the Char Minar, Hyderabad
19th century vintage photograph India - the Char Minar, Hyderabad

India - Nizams palace, Hyderabad
19th century vintage photograph India - Nizams palace, Hyderabad

India - the Residency, Lucknow, Samuel Bourne, 1860s
19th century vintage photograph India - the Residency, Lucknow, Samuel Bourne, 1860s

India - open bridge Hooghly river, Calcutta, c. 1870s
19th century vintage photograph India - open bridge allowing shipping to pass, Hooghly river, Calcutta, Bourne and Shepherd, c.1870s

India - Raja Jey Singhs Observatory, Benares Varanasi
19th century vintage photograph India - Raja Jey Singhs Observatory, Benares Varanasi, Samuel Bourne, 1860s

India - tomb of Emperor Toghluk near Delhi, 1860s
19th century vintage photograph India - tomb of Emperor Toghluk near Delhi, Samuel Bourne, 1860s

India - Fort, Agra, Delhi Gate, Samuel Bourne, 1860s
19th century vintage photograph India - the Fort, Agra, Delhi Gate, Samuel bourne, 1860s

India - carved columns, Panch Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri
19th century vintage photograph India - carved columns in the Panch Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri by Samuel Bourne, 1860s

India - Lucknow
19th century vintage photograph India - Lucknow

h China c. 1880s - boats Hong Kong harbour
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - boats Hong Kong harbour

China c. 1880s - boats Hong Kong harbour
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - boats Hong Kong harbour

China c. 1880s - Nanking, Nanjing boats and city
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Nanking, Nanjing

China c. 1880s - scene on the banks of the Yangtze river
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - scene on the banks of the Yangtze river

China c. 1880s - mountain temple monastery
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - mountain monastery close to the Yangtze river

China c. 1880s - mountain monastery close to the Yangtze river
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - mountain monastery close to the Yangtze river

China c. 1880s -Hanyang Wuhan factories
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s -Hanyang Wuhan factories

China c. 1880s - Hankow Hankou Wuhan panorama
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Hankow Hankou Wuhan

Vintage 19th century photograph China Yangtze river
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Yangtze river

China c. 1880s - Chinkiang Zhenjiang bund and boats
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Chinkiang Zhenjiang

China c. 1880s - Kiukiang, Jiujiang waterfront
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Kiukiang, Jiujiang waterfront

China c. 1880s - pagoda on the Yangtze river
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - pagoda on the Yangtze river

China c. 1880s - elephants on the road to the Ming tombs
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - elephants on the road to the Ming tombs

China c. 1880s - pagoda on hilltop
China c.1880s - pagoda on hilltop

China c. 1880s - Soochow Suzhou
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Soochow Suzhou

China c. 1880s - Chefoo, Yantai
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Chefoo, Yantai

China c. 1880s - stree in Shanghai
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - stree in Shanghai

China c. 1880s - floating logs down a canal, Shanghai
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - floating logs down a canal, Shanghai

China c. 1880s - landscape near the Yangtze river
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - landscape near the Yangtze river

China c. 1880s - Chinese architecture
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Chinese architecture

19th century photograph China c. 1880s - Chinese architecture
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - Chinese architecture

China c. 1880s - tomb of the Yongle Ming emperor
Vintage 19th century photograph China c.1880s - tomb of the Yongle Ming emperor

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"Journey through the Rich Cultural Tapestry of Asia: From the Enigmatic Amir of Kabul to Majestic Maharajas and Exquisite Temples" Step back in time to the 1860s, where we find ourselves amidst the captivating landscapes of India. One moment, we witness the grandeur of the Amir of Kabul in Afghanistan, a figure shrouded in mystery and power. The next, our eyes are drawn to a young maharaja, accompanied by his officials, embodying regal elegance. Venturing further into China during the 1880s, we stand atop the Great Wall at Nankow Pass - an awe-inspiring testament to human ingenuity. Nearby lies White Stag temple near Amoy Xiamen; its tranquil beauty invites us to reflect upon centuries-old traditions. Delving deeper into vintage photographs from Samuel Bourne's lens, we glimpse life in Bengal - vibrant villages bustling with activity. Jain temples at Halebidu transport us to an era steeped in devotion and architectural brilliance. Our journey takes us back to China's Jade Spring Hill Summer Palace in Peking (now Beijing), where nature intertwines harmoniously with man-made splendor. Meanwhile, Nautch Girls captivate audiences with their graceful dance moves - a celebration of artistry that transcends time. The Residency from the Garden stands as a symbol of British colonial presence amidst India's rich heritage. And let us not forget Kuki Khel - brave soldiers hailing from Afridi native regiment within the British army; their stories resonate with courage and resilience. Asianj beckons you on this visual odyssey through time and space – immerse yourself in these glimpses into Asia’s past and embrace its diverse tapestry woven together by history.