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This Day in History: The Death of Puyi, China’s Last Emperor
Puyi was only 3 years old when he sat on the 'Dragon Throne.'
by Tristin Zhang, 17 October 2023
This Day in History: China's Qing Dynasty UFO Incident of 1892
‘Red Flame Soaring in the Sky.’
by Ned Kelly, 27 September 2023
This Day in History: China Ends the Eunuch Era
Finally banned in 1924, the system had endured for over 3,000 years and through 25 dynasties.
by Ned Kelly, 25 November 2021
This Day in History: The Coup of Empress Dowager Cixi
The 1861 power grab of the woman who went on to control the Qing Dynasty.
by Ned Kelly, 02 November 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 Curious History of China's Inside-Painted Snuff Bottle
The quaint little pieces of art have an interesting backstory, one which weaves together the history of tobacco, royalty and art in China. Today, inside-painting of snuff bottles is...
by Alistair Baker-Brian, 11 December 2020
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
Explore Qing Dynasty Architecture at this Foshan Park
The water features are mesmerizing to watch and listen, and turtles, ducks and koi fish navigate the waterways at a leisurely pace.
by Ryan Gandolfo, 11 October 2018
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