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Celebrating 20 Years of TWOC | Exhibition
Come celebrate 20 years of The World of Chinese magazine with an exhibition of highlights from our archives at Hanfenlou Bookstore in Beijing!
November 9, 2026
Ancient Chinese History
To understand contemporary China, one must look back into its past. As one of the world’s oldest civilizations, China’s more than 5,000 years of history are not confined to textbooks and museums; they continue to offer living wisdom today. Its long history was shaped not only by emperors and legendary figures, but also by the countless ordinary people who have lived on this land.
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