In 1602, the Wanli Emperor of the Ming dynasty had a big task for his scholars: a map that would depict the entire world. The ...

Five dynasties, or families, ruled ancient China for more than 6,000 years. The last one of the ancient period, the Han dynasty, ruled around the same time as the ancient Roman Empire.

Bronze Age artifacts found in China were burned to commune with 'another realm.' When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

The Philippines on Thursday put on display dozens of ancient maps which officials said showed that China's territorial claims over the South China Sea did not include a disputed shoal at the ...