Scholar urges restoring Cheong Wa Dae’s historicity
During the Goryeo Kingdom, the grounds served as a secondary palace at Namgyeong, meaning the “southern capital.”
Last emperor of China’s watch sells for record $6.9m in Hong Kong auction
It was one of only eight known Patek Philippe Reference 96 Quantieme Lune timepieces and was gifted by Puyi to his Russian interpreter when he was imprisoned by the Soviet Union.
A thirst for tea culture
On a summer's day in 1990, Chen Baoya and five friends embarked on a three-month hiking trip in which they would explore ancient roads between Yunnan province and the Tibet…
Chinese museums place sustainability in the spotlight
Museums worldwide have attached greater importance to sustainability in the past two years.
Are slang terms and abbreviations degrading the Korean language?
Koreans express concern that it could lead to a potential erosion of the language’s richness and heritage.
Siem Reap museum showcases latest cultural finds in exhibition
The exhibition features a number of artefacts that were discovered during research excavations at the Angkor Archaeological Park, as well as ceramics originating from the ancient…
Two ancient shipwrecks filled with relics found 1500m undersea
It was the first time that China had found such an expansive ancient shipwreck site so deep under the sea.
Bangkok all set to show off Pride’s rainbow colours on June 4
The governor explained that gender is not a binary term comprising just two colours, rather, a full rainbow.
Prayut seeks Unesco seal of approval for Thai loincloth
The government is planning to register Thailand's traditional loincloth as a cultural heritage item with Unesco to promote Thai culture globally.
Southeast Asia seeks global recognition for ‘kebaya’ craft
Suited to hot tropical weather, the intricately embroidered blouse is usually long-sleeved, and ranges from loose-fitting to semi-transparent, figure-hugging cuts.