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Ancient Chinese Eave Tiles: Guarding History & Inspiring Art

Explore how ancient Chinese eave tiles blend functionality with art, telling over 2,000 years of history in every intricate design.

Explore the legendary roles of the rooftop beasts guarding the Forbidden City’s Hall of Supreme Harmony.

Explore Shanghai’s vibrant urban heritage as traditional shikumen meets French elegance in a city where history comes alive.

Explore the timeless legacy of the Forbidden City and the Kremlin, two iconic palaces that embody ancient power and cultural heritage.

Explore how medieval Venice’s low-tariff trade model contrasts with Trump’s tariff tactics in a fascinating historical perspective.

Experience Suzhou’s rich history as AI revives “Prosperous Suzhou,” bringing ancient professions and art to life in an immersive expo.

A heartfelt documentary revisits the Vietnam War, as elderly US veterans return seeking closure and healing from deep scars of the past.

Chengdu makeup artist Lan Xi transforms ancient relics at the Chengdu Museum into modern, living beauty, blending heritage with contemporary flair.

Discover how the 2,300-year-old Chu Silk Manuscripts, a priceless relic of Chinese history, make a strong case for cultural repatriation.

CGTN’s documentary revisits the Vietnam War’s lasting scars and the enduring quest for healing 50 years on.