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Liqian (骊靬) is a village in the northern province of Gansu in the People's Republic of China[1] It received international press attention in February 2007 when a theory suggesting descendency of the inhabitants from Roman legionaries was investigated[1].
Geography[edit]
The village is located on the edge of the Gobi desert[1][2]. It is rural, the nearest city being 300 kilometres away[1].
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d Spencer, Richard (2007-02-03). "DNA tests for China's legionary lore". The Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 2007-02-05..
- ^ "Scientists Take DNA from Chinese Villagers in Hopes of Solving Roman Mystery". FOXNews.com. 2007-02-05. Retrieved 2007-02-05..
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