Xia Dynasty, the Oldest Chinese Dynasty
The Xia Dynasty is the oldest Dynasty recorded in Chinese history. Dated around 2010-1600 BCE, it was said to have been established by Yu the Great.
Chinese Dynasties: The Western Han Dynasty, the Start of the Golden Age
The Han dynasty is considered the golden age in Chinese history and has influenced Chinese civilization and its identity. It's divided into 2: Western and Eastern dynasties, and we take you through the beginning of the golden age.
Chinese Dynasties: Zhou Dynasty, the Longest Dynastic Rule in China
Did you know that the Zhou Dynasty lasted 790 years? That's the longest dynastic rule in China. According to Chinese myth, the Zhou lineage began when a consort of the legendary Emperor Ku conceived a child, Qi, after she stepped in the footprint of Shangdi.
Chinese Dynasties: The Shang Dynasty Had Human Sacrifices and More
The Shang Dynasty (aka Yin Dynasty) was the second dynasty in the dynastic rule of China. It lasted from 1600 BCE to 1046 BCE, and is the first dynasty in Chinese history firmly supported by archeological evidence.
Chinese Ancestry Research’s Nathan Co on Hello Singapore: How a Single Photo Can Reveal Family Roots
In a recent live interview on Hello Singapore 狮城有约, Singapore’s prime-time Friday night TV feature on Channel 8, Nathan Co
Tracing Your Chinese Roots: Huaren Beginner’s Guide
Back in high school, we had a subject called Zōng Hé 綜合 — or as we called it in Hokkien,
Why Chinese Names Matter: The Deep Meanings Behind Surnames & Given Names
Reconnecting With Your Roots Through Chinese Names Our Chinese names are more than just identification – they can also show
Intercultural Conversations: How Chinese is ‘Chinese Enough’?
“So, ilang percent Chinese ka?” (or roughly translated, “So, how many percent Chinese are you?”) It’s a question I’ve been
The Evolution of Chinese Characters Through Time
How Chinese Characters Have Evolved Through Time China’s rich history influences the development of Chinese characters, making Mandarin or Pu
Top 10 Chinese Surnames in the Philippines
Ever wondered what the most common Chinoy surnames are? Take a look at our list here!