China’s great philosophers, historians, and poets had one thing in common. They got up from their desk and hit the dusty trail.
How an ancient teacher’s hometown becomes a holy city that attracts rulers and common people alike for over two millennia
With no washing machines or chemical detergents available, ancient Chinese had to get innovative to keep their clothes clean
Learn about this character for numbers, counting, and much more
Four stories of ancient Chinese pupils who went to great lengths to honor their teachers
From marking good looks to advancing political careers: See how the rules and styles of facial hair changed in ancient Chinese history
On Qingming Festival, here’s a look at some ancient Chinese mourning rituals, from costume and diet, to mourning periods and wedding bans
The symbolism of long nails and nail guards, from Confucius to Empress Cixi
A ceremony at Beijing’s 14th century Confucius temple celebrates a sage's birth based on 2,000-year-old traditions
Mistaken and misrepresented quotes from China’s most famous philosopher
From the dark side of sage kings to the real age of paper, these archeological troves offered a different perspective on ancient China
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