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PHOTOS: Rare Photographs Depict 19th-Century Life in Beijing

The collection consists of 41 black-and-white photos portraying what daily life looked like in Beijing 150 years ago.

by Justine Lopez, 09 November 2016

New Sections of the Forbidden City to Open Soon

A path leading from Duanhong Bridge to the icehouse will open on September 29.

by Justine Lopez, 12 September 2016

UnTour Launches Food Tours in Beijing

The crew behind UnTour's Shanghai food tours is bringing its gluttonous walks to Beijing.

by That's Beijing, 13 August 2016

5 Moments that Defined China's Olympic History

How China came to dominate the Olympics in a century.

by Andrew Chin, 10 August 2016

Video Inspires Crackdown on Great Wall Brick Thieves

New measures will be taken to stop brick thieves and preserve the historic landmark.

by Justine Lopez, 29 July 2016

5 Things: Jeffrey Schwab on Beijing's Funky Customs

The Senior Programs Manager of The Hutong shares his deep knowledge about Beijing's quirky customs.

by Justine Lopez, 21 July 2016

'Qing Era' Mansion for Sale in Beijing Exposed as Fake

It turns out that the chance to live in a historical relic might be too good to be true.

by Justine Lopez, 11 July 2016

Forbidden City Gets an Illuminating Makeover

As of Wednesday, previously dark hallways are now equipped with 120 lights to allow visitors to glimpse the historic structure.

by Justine Lopez, 19 May 2016

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