The Man Who Helped Bring Shakespeare to China

Lang Shiqiu, the man who helped introduce Shakespeare to China, once lived in Neiwubujie Hutong.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 26 July 2021

Photos of Beijing Capture 34 Years of Change in China’s Capital

Scottish photographer Bruce Connolly first came to Beijing in 1987 and has photographed changes in the city until today.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 15 June 2021

Wan Rong, Wife of Last Emperor Puyi and Her 'Progressive' Father

Wan Rong was the wife of China's last emperor Puyi and once lived in Beijing's Mao’er Hutong.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 27 May 2021

The Mysterious Death of Chinese Warlord Wu Peifu

Warlord Wu Peifu once lived in Beijing's Shijin Huayuan Hutong until his somewhat mysterious death in 1939.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 10 May 2021

Mental Health Support in China is Available

Xiaojie Qin, founder of mental health NGO CandleX, discusses the state of mental health support in the Middle Kingdom.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 08 May 2021

6 Spots to See Spring Flowers in Beijing… For Free

We bring you six great spots in the capital to see those spectacular spring flowers. Without the pricy entrance tickets!

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 02 April 2021

Meet the Man Who Created 'Beijing Monopoly'

Ian Steele is the founder of Custom Beijing, a creative project which features customized maps, board games and more.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 23 March 2021

Tian Han – The Man Who Wrote the Chinese National Anthem

Tian Han's Beijing ancestral home lies in Xiguan Hutong, Dongcheng district.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 26 February 2021

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