The Royal Armouries Museum will show nearly 250 rare artifacts—from saddles to early paper money—that reveal a side of the Mongol Empire that's often neglected ...

Mongolia’s nomadic culture has deep historical roots. Even those who are not familiar with modern Mongolia will recognize the name Chinggis Khaan (also spelled Genghis Khan) and the Mongol Empire.

Directors Naoko Yamada and Abel Góngora spoke to IndieWire about Japan animation studio Science Saru’s upcoming historical ...

Introduction: China or Cathay ---- 1. Dadu: Eurasia's metropolis --- 2. The impunity of a religious vandal --- 3. Heaven's omens: earthquakes, typhoons, floods, dragons --- 4. China's examination ...

Mummies bring information about our past, and it helps the present dwellers of the planet learn more about their heritage and early beginnings, with the recent discovery of an ancient elite Mongol-era ...

Thomas Allsen investigates the significance of cloth and colour in the political cultures of Islam, Iran, the steppe peoples, and China, thereby illuminating the cultural dynamics which condition the ...

The Coliseum in London’s West End is used to staging epic theatrical productions. But even for the capital’s largest theater, this was unique. With a cast of more than 70 actors, dancers and musicians ...