The Rise and Fall of Yan: Zhao Gongshi’s Legacy and Qin’s Conquest of the Six States
Phoenix Lee Zhao Gongshi shared the same surname with the Zhou dynasty, the Ji clan. When King Wu of Zhou overthrew King Zhou of the Shang dynasty, he granted the title of…
The Decline of Lu State: From Duke Ai to Duke Qing in Ancient China
Duke of Zhou, Dan, was the younger brother of King Wu of Zhou. During the reign of King Wen, Dan was known for his filial piety, sincerity, and exceptional virtues,…
Enyou & Enmu Temple Gates: Qing Dynasty Royal Garden Relics
Enyou Temple and Enmu Temple Mountain Gates: Relics of the Royal Garden In Haidian District, Beijing, near the west gate of Peking University, stand two ancient mountain gates—Enyou Temple Mountain…
Purple Bamboo Courtyard Palace: A Qing Dynasty Heritage Site in Beijing
The Purple Bamboo Courtyard Palace (Zizhu Yuan Xinggong) is a district-level cultural heritage site located at 35 Zizhuyuan South Road, Haidian District, inside the Zizhuyuan Park. It served as a…
Visit Jinshan Temple and Guan Di Temple at Beiwu Park
The Ancient Temple and Stage at Beiwu Park: A Visit to Jinshan Temple and Guan Di Temple 🌳 Beiwu Park has recently become a popular spot for social media influencers,…
Yongning Tofu: A Beijing Tradition of Flavor and Health
Yongning Tofu is a traditional local dish from Beijing. It has been recorded since the Han Dynasty and became a tribute to the imperial court during the Qing Dynasty. It…
Beijing Jade: A Timeless Art of China
Beijing jade has a long and rich history, dating back to the Neolithic period when the “Shandingdong People” used jade as jewelry for women. Over the centuries, the art of…
New Variety of Glutinous Corn: Jingke Nuo 2000
The new glutinous corn variety “Jingke Nuo 2000” was developed by the Corn Research Center of the Beijing Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences. This variety can be planted in…
《shiji》Thirty Families – Qi Taigong Family
Lü Shang, the Tai Gong Wang, was a man from the East China Sea. His ancestor had been an official of the Four Mountains, and assisted Xia Yu in governing…
《shiji》Thirty Families – Wu Taibo Family
Wu Taibo and his brother Zhongyong were the sons of King Gugong Danfu of the Zhou Dynasty, and the elder brother of King Jili of the Zhou Dynasty. Jili was…