Jiaohe Ruins: Millennial City Carved from Earth
Discover the Jiaohe Ruins in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region—the largest earthen city carved from a loess plateau, showcasing ancient architecture and lasting legacy.
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Revisiting Nanchang’s Pavilion of Prince Teng: Ancient Majesty Meets Modern Wanderlust
Dive into the 1,300-year legacy of Nanchang’s Pavilion of Prince Teng, its timeless architecture, and the surge of travellers and digital nomads reconnecting with this ancient marvel.
Shanxi’s Ancient Wonders Shine at Night This Summer
Discover how night tours at Shanxi’s 400+ ancient sites, led by the iconic Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, are transforming summer evenings into unforgettable cultural adventures.
Unearthing the Xixia Imperial Tombs: A Hidden Dynasty’s Legacy
Explore the Xixia Imperial Tombs: a hidden dynasty’s architectural fusion of Central Plains symmetry and Tangut beliefs revealing profound cultural secrets.
Discover Baoguo Temple: Ningbo’s Ancient Wooden Marvel
A deep dive into Ningbo’s Baoguo Temple: an Eastern Han masterpiece featuring a rare beamless wooden hall and centuries-old mortise-and-tenon craftsmanship.
Illuminate History: Stunning Backlight Patterns at Dafo Cave Unveiled
Discover the mesmerizing backlight design of Dafo Cave in Xiangtangshan Caves, showcasing intricate patterns and ancient Buddhist artistry from the Northern Qi period.
Discover Hebei’s Wahuang Temple: A 1,400-Year-Old Hanging Marvel
Discover Wahuang Temple in Hebei, a 1,400-year-old marvel that appears to hang from a cliff but is ingeniously supported by nine iron chains.
Step into History: Discover Yongding’s Stunning Fujian Tulou
Discover Yongding Tulou in Fujian Province, ancient Hakka earth buildings recognized by UNESCO, inspiring the film ‘Big Fish & Begonia.’
Beijing’s Ancient Architecture Stars in Major Films
Explore how Beijing’s iconic ancient buildings like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall have become prominent settings in major films, highlighting the city’s rich cultural heritage.
“Ne Zha 2” Showcases Ancient Chinese Architecture at Shanghai’s Minhang Museum
“Ne Zha 2” showcases the beauty of ancient Chinese architecture with the ceramic chiwei artifact, now on display at Shanghai’s Minhang Museum.