These spatial relationships were reflected explicitly in the architecture of the Forbidden City. The emperor always stood inside a gateway or in an elevated room looking toward the south from ...

Women's residences were popular in the early 20th century but largely closed as society modernized. The Webster Apartments is ...

Therefore, during our visit, we were continuously alert to this factor, and learnt as much as possible about quality specifications, such as protein and moisture contents, milling qualities of ...

Ever wondered what it’s like to live with lava in your living room? 🔥🏡 Discover the surprising reasons behind these fiery ...

Are there 9999.5 rooms in the Forbidden City? According to an old legend there are 9999.5 rooms in the Forbidden City, but that is not really the case. Based on the field surveys from historic ...

The Russells and van Rhijns might not be in residence, but these historic homes are still fascinating—and you won’t have to ...

A former chess coach says a member of the Taliban vice squad told him: "Playing chess is forbidden. Buying a chess set is ...

The iconic helium-powered balloon that attracted myriads of tourists during the Paris Olympic Games came back to light up the ...

Seat of supreme power for over five centuries (1416-1911), the Forbidden City in Beijing, with its landscaped gardens and many buildings (whose nearly 10,000 rooms contain furniture and works of art), ...

Despite overwhelming public opposition, officials in Bessemer voted to recommend changes to city zoning ordinances to allow ...

Iranian media report air defences were activated in the area of the Khondab nuclear facility, formerly called Arak.

Despite overwhelming public opposition, officials in Bessemer voted to recommend changes to city zoning ordinances to allow ...