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An aerial view of Kaiping in Guangdong Province, showing the Tan River cutting through the city with modern buildings, bridges, and urban infrastructure under a partly cloudy sky, surrounded by distant hills.

Exploring the Wuyi Landscape A Journey Through Time and Geography

ByStevenApril 13, 20250Comments

A formal group photo of the Wuyi diaspora in Vancouver, highlighting their community spirit and cultural identity.

History and Culture

The Wuyi Diaspora: A Tale of Clans, Brotherhoods, and Survival

ByStevenApril 11, 20250Comments

World map showing the global routes of the 19th-century coolie trade from Asia and the Pacific to the Americas and Caribbean.

History and Culture

The Coolie Trade and Early Migration Patterns (1840–1874)

ByStevenApril 9, 20250Comments

A weathered grave marker bearing Chinese inscriptions stands amidst snow-covered fields, marking the resting place of Mrs. Wong Kim—a testament to the enduring legacy of Montana’s Chinese pioneers

History and Culture

Ghosts of Gold Mountain: Grave-Sweeping Rituals and the Resilience of Montana’s Chinese Railroad Workers

ByStevenApril 6, 20250Comments

Chikan in Kaiping at night, featuring a stone bridge, a clock tower, and traditional buildings reflecting on the water under a full moon.

Legacy of Wuyi: The Untold Story of How a Region Ended the Qing Dynasty

ByStevenApril 2, 20250Comments

A woman from Taishan in the 1930s wearing a floral-patterned blouse, symbolizing resilience and elegance in women's history.

The Hidden Role of Women in Taishan’s Heritage: From Clan Halls to Modern Preservation

ByStevenMarch 31, 20250Comments

A group of early Taishanese migrants in Cuba, carrying woven baskets and personal belongings, symbolizing their journey from Guangdong to a new life abroad.

Emigration Stories

What Happened to the Chinese in Cuba? The Untold Story of Havana’s Lost Chinatown

ByStevenMarch 25, 20250Comments

A wedding setup at a building entrance with a red carpet, cutouts of a bride and groom, and Chinese decorations, celebrating Guangdong’s marriage traditions.

History and Culture

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

ByStevenMarch 23, 20250Comments

A circular ornamental abacus with turquoise beads and a central dragon design, framed by intricate carvings of mythical symbols, showcasing its dual role as a tool and artwork.

History and Culture

The Abacus: How a 1,000-Year-Old Chinese Tool Helped Build Atomic Bombs

ByStevenMarch 21, 20250Comments

Roots of China: Celebrating Heritage, Empowering Artisans

Siyi to Wuyi: A Journey of Transformation and Heritage

Qílóu Architecture in Wuyi: Cultural Fusion and Resilience

Roots of Legacy: Wuyi Impact & Future Generations

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