History books effuse about the sublime glory of the Han, Tang, Ming, <add your favorite here> and the visionary emperors who built incredible palaces. Let’s explore China’s historic capital proliferation…
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Dragons. They’re everywhere…and they’re nowhere. Some say Chinese dragons aren’t dragons at all! How does this ancient creature keep clawing back into our 21st Century consciousness?
When new to a culture, it’s easy to miss certain holidays. Not this one. It’s everywhere. If mooncakes were bullets, we’d all be dead.
There are many versions of the story about the festival’s traditional origins, food and customs. We’ll share three short stories with you, just in time for the holiday weekend! The...
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Ying Zheng came into power in the western state of Qin against a stronger alliance of seven feudal states to the east. Through a series of clever maneuvers, he conquered…
Where should I sit? Who starts eating first? Which part of the fish is considered the best? How can I show respect when toasting with others? Let us help you...
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Brilliant Tang Dynasty Strategist or Wicked Witch of the East?
