In winter, hot springs are the best way to dispel the chill and gloom; It benefits health and cures disease; However, it is not suitable for everyone and there are…
The Song of Everlasting Sorrow, the Famous Long Narrative Poem
Song of everlasting sorrow is a long narrative poem written by bai juyi, a poet in the tang dynasty. The poem vividly narrates the love tragedy between xuanzong and Yang…
Mount Li, a Royal Garden Since the Zhou Dynasty
Mount Li is located in Lintong district, xi 'an city, Shaanxi province. As part of huaqing pool, the mountain is close to the Qin terra-cotta warriors and horses museum. During…
Huaqing Pool, Famous for Romantic Love Stories
30km east of Xi'an and beside the Terracotta Army, Huaqing Pool features the Imperial Pools of the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907), Pear Garden, Frost Flying Hall, Nine-Dragon Lake, Five-Room…
Empress Dowager Cixi, a Notorious Lady in China
Usually, when we refer to the empress dowager Cixi, we tend to compare her to wu zetian of the tang dynasty (618-907). To be sure, the two powerful women do…
Emperor Guangxu, Whose Life Was Full of Tragic Elements
Emperor guangxu was born on August 14, 1871, as aisin gioro zaitian, the seventh son of emperor daoguang. In 1874, emperor tongzhi died of illness. Since the empress dowager cixi…
Oriental Pearl Tower, A Distinct Landmark in Shanghai
The Oriental Pearl Tower is a TV tower in Shanghai, China. Its location at the tip of Lujiazui in the Pudong district, by the side of Huangpu River, opposite of…
Chinese National Day, Golden Week in China
October 1st is the Chinese National Day. National Day, celebrating the foundation of the People's Republic of China, is one of the seven legal holidays in China. There will be…
Zhujiajiao Water Town, with a History of More Than 1,700 Years
Zhujiajiao water town, is located in Qingpu district, Shanghai. Covering 47 square kilometers (11,614 acres), the fan-shaped town is known as the Venice of Shanghai, shining in the mountains and…
Tianzifang, a Vanguard of Creative Expressions
Tianzifang has gone from a traditional residential building and factory to an artsy place with bars, cafes, craft shops, design studios, galleries and boutiques. It has received enthusiastic support from…