A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that the collapse of the Ming Dynasty, one of the most important dynasties in Chinese history, may have been triggered by the Wanli megadrought ...

Tree rings reveal droughts linked to China’s Ming Dynasty collapse. Credit: Charlie fong / CC BY-SA 4.0 Recent research by Chinese scientists suggests that shifts in climate may have contributed to ...

A pair of rare Ming Dynasty fish jars dating from the 16th century have sold for £9.6 million ($12.5 million) at auction, smashing their estimate of £1 million ($1.3 million). The porcelain jars ...

Climate change has played a crucial role in shaping societies throughout history. Recently, a study led by Chinese researchers has shown how these climatic changes may have significantly influenced ...

CHINA: A pair of Ming dynasty vases have sold for more than USD 12.5 million at an auction. The fish jar vases dating back from the 16th century were originally estimated to be worth just USD 1.3 ...

This paper documents persistence in the power of elite families in Central China despite dynastic change. We study the impact of the fall of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) on couples and their ...

(CNN) — A pair of rare Ming Dynasty fish jars dating from the 16th century have sold for £9.6 million ($12.5 million) at auction, smashing their estimate of £1 million ($1.3 million).

Metal printing types, such as Gyemija and Gabinja, were making it possible to publish many books. Joseon maintained friendly relations with the Ming dynasty of China. The two countries exchanged royal ...