As night falls, the light show begins. Laser beams streak across the dark sky, instantly illuminating the entire fortress.

Placing the administration of Xinjiang in the overall context of national governance. Xinjiang is China's sacred territory. In 60 BCE, the Han Dynasty (206 BCE-220 CE) established the Western Regions ...

Through new research, Rediscovered Treasures identifies the history and context of East Asian artworks previously left ...

If you're a history buff, the Palace of Versailles is a must-see to add to your bucket list. A former royal residence, the castle was the former hunting lodge and private retreat of Louis XIII who ...

Hidden in plain sight on a Richmond street stands a treasure hunter’s dream that locals whisper about but rarely share with outsiders – Fan Tastic Thrift Store is the bargain paradise that will ...

A Chinese dynasty and kingdom existed roughly in parallel to the better-known Song Dynasty, but this one ruled by the nomadic Khitans. A fascinating essay on governance, international relations, ...

21.1 x 22.6 cm. (8.3 x 8.9 in.) ...

Don't miss this mix of contemporary and established artists at Frieze Seoul, 3-6 September; here’s our guide to the fair and what's on around the city.