A Chinese calligraphy enthusiast writes blessing words for visitors during a cultural festival marking Lichun, or the ...

These and other snippets of life in China’s capital were compiled by Ouyang Zhesheng for his newly translated book “Ancient Beijing and Western Civilization,” which chronicles the experiences of ...

striving for it to transcend the boundaries of Beijing and even cross national borders, and enabling foreign friends to appreciate the melodious ancient charm of the East and experience the allure of ...

With over 3,000 years of history and more than 870 years as a capital, Beijing blends deep cultural roots with modern brilliance. From its majestic landscapes to its bustling streets, this city is ...

Ancient China was an agricultural society ... in what is one of the finest examples of classical architecture in Beijing. Built in the Ming Dynasty under Emperor Yongle (1403-1424), this hall ...

Beijing Ancient Observatory is located in the southwest side of Jianguomen crossroad at Dongcheng District. It is a special topic site museum of nature science displaying Chinese ancient ...

Let's join Yuanxi, the digital employee from China Daily, and explore Nanluoguxiang, one of Beijing's most iconic and well-preserved ancient alleyways. As we wander through its lanes, we'll uncover ...

As Lunar New Year approaches, the once-endangered folk tradition of stilt walking is undergoing something of a revival in ...

He and his colleague Wu Xiujie, a senior professor from the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology in Beijing, now suggest it may be time to formally recognize a previously unknown ...

There are very few places in the world where you’ll get to check off as many items on your bucket list as in Beijing. Walk on the Great Wall of China, experience the rich history of an ancient ...