News & Insights Across Asia
The 2025 Spring Festival Gala featured Pillars and Beams, a performance celebrating ancient China’s architectural brilliance, inspired by Beijing’s Central Axis, a newly recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore Chongqing’s iconic Qiansimen Bridge and the nearby Hongya Cave, where modern engineering meets traditional charm in China’s vibrant Mountain City.
Discover Chongqing’s stunning Qiansimen Bridge, a marvel of modern engineering, and its connection to historic Hongya Cave and the Spring Festival Gala.
Discover the spectacular Qiansimen Bridge in Chongqing, a modern engineering marvel enhancing the city’s skyline and transportation network, and explore the nearby historical Hongya Cave.
Discover the ancient art of dougong assembly hidden in Beijing’s Temple of Heaven and how it’s inspiring today’s young architects.
AI transforms ancient Chinese buildings in Shanxi Province into cozy sweater-clad structures and stunning ice sculptures, blending tradition with modern technology in a whimsical visual feast.
Discover Chongqing’s Luohan Temple, a centuries-old Buddhist sanctuary nestled amid towering skyscrapers. This hidden gem offers a unique blend of ancient architecture and modern urban landscape.
Discover Bao’en Temple in Sichuan Province—a 600-year-old architectural gem preserving China’s spiritual and cultural legacy. Explore its intricate design and timeless beauty in this journey through history.
In “Meet China Ep.3,” explore the Chinese mainland’s coffee revolution, wastewater recycling innovations, revival of dragon scale bookbinding, and architecture blending tradition with modernity.
Standing at the center of Xi’an, the Bell Tower is an iconic landmark witnessing over 3,100 years of history. Built in 1384, it remains the largest and best-preserved of its kind in China.
Discover how Wang Shu, the first Chinese winner of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, is amplifying China’s voice through innovative architecture rooted in tradition.
Black Myth: Wukong is gaining popularity, spotlighting Yuhuang Pavilion in Yuxian County, Hebei Province. The game has sparked interest in the site’s rich history and architecture.
Explore Wuxi’s Huishan Ancient Town, a captivating open-air museum featuring well-preserved architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties, showcasing caisson ceilings and traditional corridors.
Quanzhou’s Nanyang architecture showcases a harmonious blend of Chinese and Southeast Asian styles, reflecting the rich cultural heritage brought back by overseas Chinese who returned from Southeast Asia.
The Kaiping Diaolou and Villages in Guangdong Province showcase a unique blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles. With 1,800 preserved fortified towers, they tell a rich story of cultural fusion.
Situated at the heart of Beijing, the Forbidden City endures as one of the world’s largest and best-preserved wooden structures, offering a glimpse into China’s imperial past.
Wanning Bridge, an ancient stone bridge in Beijing, stands as a testament to China’s rich architectural heritage. Featuring intricate designs and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it continues to captivate visitors.
Discover the Wuxi Grand Theater, a cultural jewel in Jiangsu Province, situated on the picturesque shores of Taihu Lake. Explore the rich beauty and artistic spirit of Wuxi City.
Discover the House of the Huangcheng Chancellor in Shanxi Province, a stunning castle-like residence rich in Qing Dynasty history and the legacy of Chen Tingjing, lecturer to Emperor Kangxi.
Discover Yantaishan in Fuzhou, where historic alleys blend with modern cafes, offering a captivating fusion of traditional Chinese architecture and European elegance.