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Story of the 'Jing: When Beijing's Most Famous Sites Opened Their Doors to the Public

Story of the 'Jing: When Beijing's Most Famous Sites Opened Their Doors to the Public

Beijing's most famous attractions didn't open their doors to the public until the 20th century (or even later).

Weekend Walk: Take a Stroll Through History Around Beijing's Lakes District

Weekend Walk: Take a Stroll Through History Around Beijing's Lakes District

The shores around the lakes known as Houhai have some of the best walking routes in Beijing.

When Ulysses S. Grant met General Li

When Ulysses S. Grant met General Li

Grant’s was a life lived in many acts: Soldier. Drunk. Failed businessman. Drunk. General. Drunk. President. Failed Businessman again. Tomb. He was also the first US president to visit China.

Changing the Guard

Changing the Guard

Coverage of China has always been a reflection of our own expectations and hopes, cast onto the tabula rasa of the high walls which surround the palace.