We explore the expedition of prominent scientists to Wan Mountain in southern China, where they seek "dragon bones" to unravel the mysteries of ancestors dating back 2 million years.
Dragon bones, initially believed to be relics of mythical creatures, were actually ancient fossils with carved symbols. They led to significant discoveries, including the earliest Chinese characters from the Shang Dynasty.

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