In 2007, after a public competition, the list of the new seven wonders of the modern world was announced: the Colosseum (Italy), Chichen Itza (Mexico), Christ the Redeemer (Brazil) ...

“Because the walls were defensive structures, you can learn about building and engineering skills throughout ancient China as well as its military history and strategies,” Ng says. “The wall ...

This ancient marvel rivaled Rome’s intricate ... were celebrated in the ancient world Do walls work? The Great Wall of China's complex legacy Do walls work? The Great Wall of China's complex ...

Chinese Cultural RelicsThe 700-year-old tomb was first discovered by archeologists in 2012. Archaeologists in Yangquan, China ...

The females were also interred with rich grave goods, suggesting that they were ancient princesses or ... raids later became ...

As ancient cities in China were typically fortified with city ... unearthed alongside the newly discovered rammed earth wall. Erlitou culture can be traced back 3,500 to 3,800 years.

The Great Wall stretches along China’s northern border ... Remember ice and steep, ancient stone steps are never a great combination. Whenever you go, try to avoid weekends and public holidays.

Heroic tales involving them are ancient and ubiquitous ... Deng Xiaoping and Xi Zhongxun began the "Love China, Restore the Great Wall" initiative. To celebrate the anniversary, journalists ...