Migration History

Exploring the Wuyi Landscape A Journey Through Time and Geography

If you're curious about what makes Wuyi (五邑) such a fascinating region, look no further than its breathtaking Wuyi landscape.…

3 days ago

Family Legacy: Chinese Genealogy and Ancestral Villages

Imagine stepping into an ancestral hall (宗祠, zōngcí)—its wooden beams creak under the weight of centuries, yet every inch tells…

4 weeks ago

The Siyi Dialect: A Heartbeat of Identity Calling Across Generations

Language is more than words—it is the soul of a culture, a living thread that stitches together generations, histories, and…

2 months ago

19th-Century 巡城马: The Surprising System That Built Families Across Continents

Discover the incredible story of 巡城马 (Xun Cheng Ma), the 19th-century remittance network that revolutionized global finance and built families…

2 months ago

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

The Guan clan (关氏家族) has a storied history spanning over 700 years—a testament to their resilience, adaptability, and enduring cultural…

2 months ago

Chikan Town: The Untold Story

Discover how Chikan Town, with its historic qilou and diaolou structures, reflects the lasting impact of migration on Chinese culture.…

4 months ago

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