How a China-based Arts Collective is Growing Around the Globe

Follow Spittoon's journey from a hutong bar to a rapidly growing literary and arts community in the PRC and abroad.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 07 April 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

The Beijing Central Axis – 6 Places You May Not Have Visited

These six places along the Central Axis offer alternatives to the more well-known tourist hot spots.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 19 February 2021

Find Out Beijing Residents' Plans For Spring Festival

That’s Beijing spoke to some of the city's residents about what they plan to do over Chinese New Year.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 05 February 2021

Tom Dartnell Discusses New Book on Beijing Graffiti

Shanghai-based author Tom Dartnell has been documenting graffiti since 1988.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 03 February 2021

Four Places For Outdoor Ice Skating in Beijing

It’s that time of year when Beijing’s lakes and rivers are frozen over, the perfect time to get your skates on. Here are four suggestions for outdoor ice skating in Beijing.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 08 January 2021

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