The Story Behind the Flower Tree Sculpture on Hongqiao Lu

The 16-meter-high bouquet has been a divisive public artwork ever since it appeared in 2006.

by Ned Kelly, 26 February 2022

This Day in History: China Signs the UN Charter

Chinese leader Chiang Kai-shek signed the UN charter, which was signed by representatives from 50 nations.

by Anna Priymak, 25 June 2022

The Story Behind the Oriental Light Sculpture by the Science & Tech Museum

A fully functioning sundial, the needle running through the center of the object was aligned by astronomers from the Shanghai Observatory.

by Ned Kelly, 26 February 2022

The Story Behind the Leaping Horses on Nanjing Xi Lu

"Horses are auspicious and brave, symbolizing the spirit of moving forward, which totally matches with Chinese ideals."

by Ned Kelly, 28 February 2022

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