Since the eunuchs were not permitted to be buried in normal graveyards, many of the rich eunuchs dedicated their life to building tombs and temples where they could live out their retirement and be buried in peace. Beijing is home to some spectacular examples of eunuch tombs. These offer the modern day explorer a sneaky peak into the lives of China's eunuchs-a complex, debated history with as much intrigue and fascination as the best stories and TV sagas.
