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Why Guangdong’s Marriage Traditions Start with Candy in Elevators (And a 3-Day Rule)

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Heshan Hakka Diaspora: Wuyi’s Hidden Gateway

In the spring of 1885, a Hakka woman of the Yuan clan (源氏, Yuán Shì)…

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THE CIRCLE OF LIFE – A GRANDSON OF EMIGRANTS RETURNS TO FIND HIS ROOTS AFTER 120 YEARS

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Historical photograph of a large Taishanese family in front of iconic diaolou towers, showcased at Taishan Overseas Chinese Culture Museum.

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5 Floors, Countless Stories: Exploring the Taishan Overseas Chinese Culture Museum

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Wall in Zhuji Lane displaying Chinese surnames representing ancestral roots of the Wuyi region.

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Ancient Roots, New Traditions: Ethnic Integration in the Wuyi Region

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A docked ship with mooring ropes, symbolizing the perilous sea voyages undertaken by Chinese labor migrants after the end of slavery.

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How the End of Slavery Impacted Chinese Labor Migration

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A vintage pocket watch resting on old books beside a white rose, pearl necklace, and antique sheet music in a warm nostalgic scene.

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How to Find Your Chinese Ancestral Village: A Practitioner’s Guide

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Historical photo of Sun Yat-Sen seated at a table reading in Guangzhou, showcasing his dedication to learning and revolutionary ideals.

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I Am Sun Yat-Sen The Father of Modern China: Roots of Struggle – Part 1

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Full-size replica boat at Taishan Haikou Bu, a historical departure port for Siyi migrants.

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Taishan Haikou Port Museum: Meet China’s Migrant Past

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From Northern Fortresses to Southern Shores: The Guan Clan’s 700-Year Odyssey of Resilience

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Chinese Surnames: Weaving Threads of Ancestry and Identity

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The Wong Surname: Tracing Its Noble Origins and Global Legacy

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Qílóu Architecture in Wuyi: Cultural Fusion and Resilience

Discover Qílóu Architecture in Wuyi—a stunning mix of Chinese, Southeast Asian, and European styles. These historic arcade…

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