Greece and China Partner to Unearth Lost Ancient City of Konopi
Greece and China launch their first joint archaeological mission in Angelokastro to reveal the lost ancient city of Konopi and its forgotten trade routes.
Archaeology
Unparalleled Find: Rare Chinese Porcelain Recovered from 18th-Century Nordic Shipwreck
Archaeologists have recovered an unparalleled collection of 18th-century Chinese porcelain and artifacts from a shipwreck off the coast of Norway.
Mawangdui Han Tombs: Unlocking Ancient Secrets through Interactive Archaeology
Celebrate International Museum Day by exploring the Mawangdui Han Tombs through a unique, interactive archaeological guide from the Hunan Museum.
Sanxingdui: Unveiling the Ancient Shu Civilization’s Legacy of Integration
Explore the ‘Twin Stars Illuminating the World’ exhibition in Beijing, revealing the ancient Shu civilization’s deep connections to the broader history of the Chinese mainland.
Unveiling Sanxingdui: A Journey Into Ancient China’s Spiritual and Artistic Roots
Explore the mysteries of Sanxingdui, where ancient bronze masks and sacred trees reveal the pluralistic origins and spiritual richness of the ancient Shu civilization in China.
Tang Dynasty Silver Box Reveals Ancient Cultural Fusion
A gilded Tang Dynasty silver box with winged-lion motifs exemplifies the era’s artistic elegance and the profound cultural exchanges along the ancient Silk Road.
Tang Dynasty Silver Tray: A Silk Road Masterpiece of Cultural Fusion
A Tang Dynasty gilt silver tray combines Sogdian and Chinese motifs, showcasing the cultural exchange along the Silk Road.
Tang Dynasty Silver Jar Reveals Imperial Alchemy Secrets
A national treasure from the Tang Dynasty, a silver jar with gilt parrots and an alchemical inscription, offers a glimpse into imperial court life and ancient practices.
Tang Dynasty Banquet Reveals Silk Road’s Golden Legacy
Gold and silver artifacts from a Tang Dynasty banquet reveal how Silk Road exchange fueled a golden age of cultural fusion and cosmopolitan luxury.
Tang Dynasty Silver Cup Highlights Cultural Exchange Along Silk Road
A Tang Dynasty silver cup discovered in Shaanxi reveals scenes of aristocratic life and stands as evidence of vibrant cultural exchange along the ancient Silk Road.
Golden Bowls Offer Glimpse into Tang Dynasty’s Artistic Splendor
Exquisitely crafted gold bowls from the Tang Dynasty, featuring mandarin ducks and lotus motifs, reveal ancient artistry and symbolic blessings.
Ancient Ingenuity: Tang Dynasty Incense Burner Mirrors Modern Gyroscope Tech
A Tang Dynasty silver incense burner, excavated in Shaanxi, features an ingenious stabilizing mechanism that prefigures modern gyroscope technology used in navigation today.
Leopard Cats: Ancient Guardians on Han Dynasty Lacquerware
Leopard cat motifs on Han Dynasty lacquerware from Mawangdui tombs reveal early feline imagery as symbols of protection and good fortune in ancient China.
Tang Dynasty Cup: Duality of an Era in Miniature
A Tang Dynasty cup captures the era’s duality of hunting and court life, revealing insights into cultural richness and historical narratives.
China-Greece Archaeological Collaboration Launches Pioneering Project in Athens
The first Chinese-led archaeological project in a core region of Western civilization launches in Greece, marking a new era in international cultural and academic collaboration.
Sui Dynasty Princess Tomb Unveils 6th-Century Splendor in Beijing Exhibition
A new Beijing exhibition showcases over 390 artifacts from Princess Li Jingxun’s Sui Dynasty tomb, offering insights into 6th-century imperial life and Silk Road exchanges.
Ancient Royal Education Revealed Through Yin Ruins Artifacts
New discoveries at Yin Ruins unveil rigorous education system for Shang Dynasty royalty, combining martial skills and cultural arts through oracle bone records and artifacts.
Sichuan’s Thousand-Buddha Cliff: Preserving a Tang Dynasty Legacy
Sichuan’s Thousand-Buddha Cliff, a Tang Dynasty marvel with 7,900 statues, continues to reveal China’s cultural legacy through modern preservation efforts.
Ancient Silk Road Coins Unearthed in Southern Kazakhstan
Bronze coins from China’s Tang-Song eras found in Kazakhstan reveal new details about Silk Road trade networks and Central Asia’s historical connections.
Ancient Shu Civilization Artifacts Shine in Beijing Exhibition
Over 200 ancient Shu artifacts, including gold masks and bronze figures, are now on display at Beijing’s National Museum of China, offering insights into early Chinese civilization.