China’s ancient imperial examination, which was no easier than today’s competitive college entrance exam, took into account candidates’ looks when selecting. The ancient exam, which lasted from the ...

When Ruby Vies with Emerald: Exquisite Lacquer of the Song, Yuan and Ming Dynasties, running at the Shanghai Museum on People ...

Periods of peace and wealth allowed people to invest more in the afterlife, leaving behind a lasting record of cultural and ...

China’s 4,000-year-old tombs reveal how people lived and died, offering insight into ancient migration, stability, and burial ...

US President Donald Trump may be facing "no kings" protests back home, but in South Korea officials had the perfect gift for ...

Ubisoft's first original manhua comic series, Assassin's Creed: Dynasty, is now available in a five-volume box set.

The two heads of state representing the two most powerful economies in the world are set to meet face-to-face within the next ...

Tombs scattered across China, built between the 4,000-year old Xia Dynasty and the modern era, reflect the political and ...

Discover how a Tang Dynasty noblewoman was buried with donkeys to play polo forever. Uncover the secrets of ancient Chinese ...

Into Chinese Art is an immersive cultural interview series produced by China Daily Culture Channel, where international hosts engage with art experts through interactive discussions, offering ...

Sunken finds in the South China Sea testify to rich trade networks used over hundreds of years. The sea routes brought ...

To understand Chinese culture, it is necessary to go back to the very beginning of its civilisation. In this series, we look at the most influential dynasties in Chinese history and how each, with its ...