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The Tang Dynasty, often celebrated as the golden age of China, is remembered for more than its splendor, …

Cao Changqing is a freelance writer based in New York. Born and raised in China, he draws on …

Donkeys have quietly carried meaning through human history and mythology — often overlooked, yet rich with symbolism. Unlike …

It’s never easy to truly understand someone. Appearances deceive, and words can lie. However, according to China’s ancient …

In Qing Dynasty China, the city of Zhangzhou in Fujian Province was home to a high-ranking military general …

When Justin stepped onto the stage in ancient costume to perform a classical Chinese dance titled Triumph at …

A wealthy and noble family named Zou lived in Changzhou County of Suzhou Prefecture. Their ancestors and elders …

Zuo Zongtang, one of the most respected statesmen of late Qing China, was a figure of literary elegance …

In Qing Dynasty China, the imperial examination was more than a test — it was the gateway to …

Two tales from the Ming Dynasty suggest that hidden silver may vanish not through theft or decay — …