ancient china

There’s an old saying in Chinese culture: Better to believe than to risk disbelief. In many traditions around …

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

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

When people think of virtuous empresses in Chinese history, names like Empress Zhangsun of the Tang Dynasty and …

Throughout Chinese history, countless officials and ordinary citizens have faced moral dilemmas that tested their character. When lives …

In ancient China, the scholar-official Fan Zhongyan once wrote: “Be the first to worry about the world’s troubles, …

Throughout thousands of years of Chinese history, certain emperors stood out not only for their political acumen and …

During the reign of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, China transformed into a vast and powerful empire. …

The dramatic story of Blue Jade’s downfall is one of glory transforming into tragedy, set against the rich …

Long ago, the region of Huangzhou endured years of devastating famine. Just as relief seemed within reach, a …