Potala Palace, a grand complex and Tibet’s holiest Buddhist site, served as the Dalai Lamas’ winter palace from 1649 to 1959. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994, it remains a sacred symbol of Tibetan heritage.

Potala Palace, a grand complex and Tibet’s holiest Buddhist site, served as the Dalai Lamas’ winter palace from 1649 to 1959. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994, it remains a sacred symbol of Tibetan heritage.

Deep within Mogao's caverns, murals show delicate, feminine deities. In other caves, figures appear masculine—bearded, muscular. Yet over centuries, these paintings have been effeminized, now bearing the appearance of women.

Come visit the Chengde Mountain Resort—once a hunting ground to sharpen the faltering Qing army’s skills, and a serene sanctuary for the Emperor himself.

In ancient China’s great floods, one man rose above all, leading the nation to safety. Celebrated as a hero, he took the throne and divided the land into nine kingdoms.

Western missionaries brought grapes, winemaking, and the seeds of Christian faith to this beautiful valley. Along the river, many diverse ethnic groups coexist in peace.

Deep beneath China lies the monumental mausoleum of the first Qin Emperor. Taking 38 years to build, this elaborate tomb houses a vast collection of life-size terra cotta statues, guarding the ruler in the afterlife.

A dejected Imperial official poured his life into creating a Suzhou Garden of unrivaled beauty. Amid Southern China’s famed landscapes, his masterpiece stands—a testament to one man’s lifelong devotion, making it second to none among the city’s many classical gardens.

Discover China unveils a magical journey to uncover the origins behind a mountain’s name and trace a lost empire within the ruins of the Minyue Kingdom.

Before its 1970s global debut, Zhangjiajie was virtually unknown—even to locals. This hidden wonder revealed stunning rock pillars and breathtaking natural masterpieces, transforming it into one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes.

Kunqu, known as the "Mother of Chinese Opera," once rested its survival on younger generations embracing its ancient art. Now taught across China and performed worldwide, this cherished tradition has found new life—honoring heritage while captivating global audiences with its timeless beauty.

Suzhou’s classical gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Jiangsu, China, are elegant landscapes of majestic waterscapes. They embody a timeless Chinese tradition: living in harmony with nature.

Discover China journeys to the Uyghur homeland: a vibrant land of oasis towns and desert sands, once central to Silk Road trade. The Uyghurs trace their roots to Turkic peoples on China’s northwestern frontiers.

The Dazu Rock Carvings in Chongqing, China, are a renowned series of religious sculptures dating back to the 7th century AD.

Centuries pass, yet ancient traditions endure. Amidst the vibrant ponds and mysterious caves of Songpan, heritage flows unbroken through generations—a living bond between past and present, where nature and culture intertwine in timeless resilience.

Qin Shi Huang founded the Qin dynasty and became unified China’s first emperor. First ruling as King Zheng from 247 to 221 BC, he conquered rival states, centralized power, and introduced sweeping reforms. His legacy includes standardized writing, currency, and the Terracotta Army.

Though little remains of these once-magnificent beacons, they marked the birth of the Great Wall of China. Their story intertwines with a legendary figure who bridged two warring kingdoms, uniting them through strategy and vision—laying the foundation for one of history’s greatest monuments.

The Temple of Heaven, a complex of imperial religious buildings in southeastern central Beijing, stood as the most vital among the city’s imperial temples.