Zhengyang Gate: Beijing’s Ancient Landmark Meets Modern Life
Explore Zhengyang Gate on Beijing’s central axis—from its Ming Dynasty origins and wartime resilience to its modern renovation blending ancient walls with vibrant city life.
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How a Ming Dynasty Cloisonné Ding Kept Royal Courts Cool
Discover how Ming Dynasty cloisonné enamel dings doubled as cooling incense diffusers, blending art and function in ancient summer rituals.
Ancient Cooling Hack: Ming Dynasty Openwork Copper Burner
Discover how scholars beat the heat with a Ming Dynasty openwork copper incense burner—an elegant blend of art and summer cooling.
Ming Dynasty Relics Unearthed in Indonesia Spark Silk Road Stories
Ming Dynasty porcelain unearthed in Cirebon, Indonesia, traces centuries-old Silk Road trade with the Cirebon Sultanate, revealing a vibrant maritime history.
Legendary 400-Year-Old Queen of Peonies Thrives in Heze City
Discover the 400-year-old ‘queen of peonies’ in Baihua Garden, Heze City—a botanical treasure from the Ming Dynasty symbolizing timeless beauty.
Foshan’s 500-Year-Old Nanfeng Kiln: A Living Heritage
Explore Foshan’s 500-year-old Nanfeng Ancient Kiln: witness a timeless flame and interactive ceramic art blending tradition with modern creativity.
Seabed Treasure: Ming Dynasty Porcelain Bowl with 1605 Stamp Unearthed
A Ming porcelain bowl stamped from 1605 has been recovered from the seabed, offering new insights into early 17th-century craftsmanship and trade.
Ming Dynasty Relics from South China Sea Shipwrecks Unveiled in Hainan
Over 400 Ming Dynasty relics from two deep-sea shipwrecks are showcased at Hainan’s China Museum of the South China Sea. Explore ancient maritime treasures.
Ming Dynasty Tea Culture Celebrated on Macao’s 25th Anniversary
Celebrating 25 years since Macao’s return to China, a senior tea taster and aesthetic content creators honor the enduring elegance of Ming Dynasty tea culture.
The Ming Dynasty’s Timeless Influence on Modern Tea Culture
Explore how the Ming Dynasty revolutionized tea culture with its refined simplicity, leaving a lasting legacy on how tea is enjoyed today.