The construction of pagodas was such a superb integration of foreign and traditional Chinese architectural styles by ancient Chinese architects that it has won respect and admiration all over the ...

Ancient Chinese architecture boasts a rich variety of styles and high levels of construction. There were residences, official buildings, palaces, temples, altars, gardens, bridges, city walls and ...

Formerly a home to emperors, poets, merchants and warriors, Xi’an is the jewel in the crown of China’s great ancient capitals, possessing a wealth of cultural and historical treasures waiting ...

An aerial drone photo taken on Feb. 27, 2025 shows the Sakyamuni Pagoda of Fogong Temple in Yingxian County, north China's Shanxi Province. Sakyamuni Pagoda of Fogong Temple, well known as the ...

The geological conditions pose both advantages and challenges for the grottoes. For example, the sandstone of the mountains ...

While gaining financial stability, Liu felt a sense of emptiness and a sporadic desire to pursue culture and art. "Every day ...

Xin'an River in east China is alive with magnolia blossoms! Against the backdrop of ancient bridges and pagodas, it's a springtime dream you won't ...