Jinsha find proves ancient sun worship

EDITOR's Note: Every week we look at a work of art or a cultural relic that puts the spotlight on China's heritage.

Sharp-eyed visitors to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, may have noticed a circular golden emblem, featuring four flying birds surrounding the sun, in many parts of the city.

Now widely considered "a name card" for the century-old city, it can be seen on the overpass en route to Shuangliu International Airport, on banner advertisements promoting the city's image, and on local television channels.