Blog Author - Jeremiah Jenne

Residence of Sengge Rinchen
Before "Squid on a Stick," Nanluoguxiang was famous as the home of the dashing Mongolian Prince Sengge Rinchen (1811-1865)
Lao She Former Residence Photo by Author
It's not an exaggeration to say that the author Lao She means as much to Beijing as James Joyce does to Dubliners.
Beijing's Five Architectural Colors, and the Symbolism Behind Them
These colors were associated with a complex schematic that involved everything from astrology and metaphysics to food and medicine.
Weekend Walk: Exploring Prince Gong's Mansion
The former home of Prince Gong is one of the few imperial mansions in Beijing open to the public.
Lotuses and Lilies blooming at the Old Summer Palace
The size and layout of Yuanmingyuan mean the park is better for exploring than following a particular path or trail.
Weekend Walking with the Lamas: A Quick Guide to Visiting the Yonghegong
Yonghegong, also known as The Lama Temple, remains one of the city’s most fascinating religious sites.
The Little Canal that Could: The Story behind Beijing's Liangma River
It might not be La Seine, but the Liangma River has shed its humble beginnings to become a Beijing landmark.
Walking the Martyrs Trail in Southwestern Beijing
From Niujie Mosque to Liulichang, this area of southwestern Beijing is rich in history, including tales of those who made the ultimate sacrifice
The Qianlong Emperor, born in the Year of the Rabbit 1711
There's a whole warren of famous Rabbits in Beijing history