Hello Laren,

> Ancient China had a long history of various emporers changing and/or
> renaming the capitol. I don't know if the original database is
> searchable by alternate names.
>
> I realize there are very few users of Guide for historical
> reaearch. If hints and tips like this are out of place here, someone
> please tell me. I won't be offended.

no. Please keep on going. It does belong to astronomy and especially is a feature
of Guide. And that's this mailing list is for.

Clear skies
Bernd

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