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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Forged by the strike of hammers, China’s history built the spine of the Middle Kingdom. Through tumultuous eras, ancient walls and cities stood firm, silent witnesses to countless wars and tribulations.

Discover China explores the Guqin, one of the nation’s most ancient instruments. Dubbed “the instrument of the sages,” its delicate, somber tones weave timeless stories of love and sorrow.

Known as the “Essence of Jiuzhaigou,” this lake is a natural wonder. Its turquoise, emerald, and gold hues come from mineral-rich travertine and algae on the lakebed. Submerged calcified trees form a peacock’s tail-like “underwater forest.” Viewed from Tiger Mouth, the lake mirrors a peacock spre...

This episode uncovers the mystery of the Oracle Bones: hand-carved records on tortoise shells from China’s magnificent empires. These ancient artifacts reveal the battle history of the Shang Dynasty, unlocking the secrets of a civilization.

Among Dazu’s thousands of carved Buddhist statues, a mysterious rock-cut figure sits enshrined. Its many arms guard a secret—one unraveled by a single, solitary monk alone.

Amid the Temple of Heaven, sacred architecture evolved under one ambitious emperor’s reign, transforming in form and purpose—a fleeting yet profound shift etched into Beijing’s imperial heart.

In this Discover China episode, Macau’s vibrant, international history shines. European architecture and religion meet Eastern traditions in a captivating cultural collision. The result is a diverse port city—a sparkling gem in the South China seas.

These shores guard more than ancient Diaolou towers. These regal structures stand for every soul who crossed oceans seeking a better life—enduring distance, sacrifice, and hope. Rooted in home soil yet reaching toward foreign skies, they are monuments not just to those who left, but to the enduri...