5 Ancient Chinese Philosophers You Need to Know

Get caught up to speed on Confucius, Sun Tzu and more with these books.

by Ned Kelly, 01 March 2019

5 Must-Read Books for Ancient China History Nerds

Get caught up to speed on Confucius, Sun Tzu and more with these books.

by That's, 01 November 2018

4 Must-Read Biographies for China History Buffs

Looking to brush up on your Qing dynasty history? Here are four essential English-language books on important figures from the last dynasty of China.

by That's, 01 November 2018

Jaded: Why Is an Imperial Chinese Beauty Tool Suddenly Popular in America?

Jade has held a special place in Chinese culture for centuries. But abroad, jade rollers were practically unknown until 2016.

by Noelle Mateer, additional reporting by Lu Qinxin, 10 July 2018

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

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