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AR Technology Used to 'Rebuild' Beijing's Historic City Gates

Thanks to augmented reality, some of Beijing's historical gates can now be seen.

by Justine Lopez, 06 March 2017

Book Review: Eve of a Hundred Midnights

Wartime China through an American correspondent's eyes.

by Noelle Mateer, 11 February 2017

Inside the Last Three Restaurants of London's Forgotten Chinatown

The laundries and opium dens of Limehouse were once at the heart of London's Chinese community. Now just three restaurants remain.

by Oscar Holland, 11 February 2017

Here Are Some Fascinating Alternatives to the Forbidden City

With the capital's imperial palace undergoing extensive renovations, consider paying a visit to these royal residences.

by Tom Lee, 19 December 2016

Record-Setting Painting Sells for RMB303 Mil at Beijing Auction

The winning bid for the classical painting was the highest amount paid for a Chinese work of art this year.

by Justine Lopez, 06 December 2016

An Armchair Traveller's History of Beijing

A bluffer's guide to the capital's past.

by Oscar Holland, 03 December 2016

Over 1,000 Ancient Tombs Unearthed in Beijing Suburb

A massive archaeological project in Tongzhou reveals 1,092 ancient tombs, 10,000 cultural relics and the site of an ancient city.

by Justine Lopez, 25 November 2016

Qianlong Emperor's Musket Auctioned Off for USD2.5 Million

A musket belonging to the Qing dynasty's Qianlong emperor (1711-1799) was sold at Sotheby's on Wednesday.

by Emma Marshall, 11 November 2016

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