A tale of two civilizations and friendship

The living room of India's ambassador to China showcases not only the beauty of Indian and Chinese art, but also the great harmony between the two civilizations.

"This is a Chinese tea table," says Nirupama Rao. "Standing on it is a Chinese vase made of porcelain. Above your head is a painting of an Indian goddess, and behind you is an artist's depiction of the Indian mythological character Arjun." Her voice exudes the pride of a curator introducing her favorite pieces in a museum.

"I love to show my collection... Indian and Chinese art go very well together. They blend beautifully. That I think is very symbolic of how well our two civilizations harmonize."