A Prince Lost at Sea On a fateful night in November 1120, tragedy struck the English royal family. Prince William […]
If you think political infighting is a modern phenomenon, think again! The Ming Dynasty (1368–1644) saw one of the most […]
When we think of China’s first unified empire, the Qin Dynasty comes to mind, followed by the Western Han. But […]
When Zhu Yuanzhang, a man of humble origins, rose to become the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, he didn’t […]
In 1067, a young Emperor Shenzong ascended the throne of the Song Dynasty at just 20 years old, burdened with […]
The Tang Dynasty, one of China’s golden ages, was home to renowned emperors like Li Shimin, Wu Zetian, and Li […]
Dunhuang murals are famous for their intricate and expressive depictions of Buddhist deities, and within these depictions, the hands play […]
When we think of the most powerful military forces in ancient China, the might of the Qin Army often comes […]
When it comes to collecting models and figurines, enthusiasts often joke, “Collecting figures will bankrupt three generations; model collecting will […]
In 1271, the 12th year of Kublai Khan’s reign, a monumental declaration was made. At the suggestion of Liu Bingzhong, […]
When it comes to great reformers in Chinese history, Fan Zhongyan (989–1052) is a name that cannot be ignored. A […]
A King Without an Heir Imagine a king so caught up in political struggles that he refused to share a […]
When we talk about Julius Caesar, we think of a brilliant general, a master politician, and a man who literally […]
If not for Barcelona, the world might never have known the madness and genius of one extraordinary architect. A man […]
The 13th Century: The Age of the Mongols If history had a highlight reel, the 13th century would be the […]
When it comes to the rise and fall of dynasties, sometimes sheer military might isn’t enough—sometimes, you need a little […]
From Scribe to Warrior: The Throwing of the Brush In ancient China, there was an unspoken rule—scholars wrote history, and […]
If you’ve ever wondered how a mere soldier could climb the ladder to become the emperor of an entire dynasty, […]
In ancient China, the concept of filial piety was taken to the next level—think extravagant gifts, sleepless nights by mom’s […]
If Wei Yingluo from Story of Yanxi Palace is the ultimate “cool girl” protagonist of Chinese drama, then Agatha Christie […]
Imagine a world where your favorite fictional character is so loved, they become an icon. Now, picture the unthinkable—your hero […]
When you hear the word Loulan, something mysterious stirs within. Was it a mirage of ancient glory or an oasis […]
