This guide introduces Beijing Daiyuexuan writing brush for foreign travelers, covering its century-old history, four-virtue craft, inheritor stories, and celebrity ties, recommendi...

This guide introduces Beijing shadow puppetry for foreign travelers, covering its 400-year history, Beijing-style craftsmanship, classic plays and modern innovations, recommending ...

This guide explores the cultural stories and design features of Beijing’s Desheng Jacket for foreign travelers. It recommends time-honored brands for customization, with dressing ...

This guide introduces Uyghur costumes' designs, craftsmanship and cultural meanings for foreigners, including Adelis silk and doppa. It recommends Beijing's experience spots and re...

This guide introduces Miao costumes' silver craftsmanship, embroidery patterns and cultural meanings for foreigners, including hundred-bird coats and silver horns. It recommends Be...

Douzhi with Jiaoquan is an iconic old Beijing snack. Douzhi is a fermented mung bean drink with sour and astringent taste, paired with crispy Jiaoquan and preserved vegetable shred...

Ludagun is a Beijing intangible cultural heritage snack. Wrapped with glutinous rice skin and red bean paste, rolled in soybean flour, it has distinct three colors and a glutinous ...

Tanghuoshao is a classic Beijing snack, made of flour, brown sugar and sesame paste through layered pressing and baking. Crisp outside and soft inside with rich sweet aroma, it’s ...

Originating from imperial Suzao Meat, Menkuang Hutong Luzhu is a classic old Beijing snack. Stewed with pork intestines, lungs and baked cakes, it boasts rich broth, embodying the ...

Tianning Temple Pagoda, a masterpiece of Liao Dynasty multi-eaved brick pagodas praised by Liang Sicheng, is free and convenient to reach, an off-the-beaten-path spot for foreign t...