Best Chinese history series

Yongzheng Dynasty (1999)

The series was adapted from Eryue He's historical novels, which are loosely based on historical events in the reigns of the Kangxi and Yongzheng Emperors in the Qing dynasty (1644–1911).

Qin's Moon: The Legend of Qin (2007)

Set during the Qin Dynasty in ancient China, a brave assassin attempts to kill the Emperor to save his homeland. However, the assassin failed and in retaliation, the Emperor sent his troops to kill his eight year old son. A highly skilled swordsman intervenes and rescues the boy. After their escape from the forces of the Emperor, they embark on a journey to change the destiny of the empire while encountering several friends and foes along the way.

Taiping Rebellion (2000)

WIND SONG (2010)

Da Feng Ge, also known as Da Han Shengshi and Wind Song, is a Chinese television series based on historical events in the early Han Dynasty, beginning with the founding of the dynasty by Emperor Gaozu after his triumph over Xiang Yu, and the events leading to the reign of Emperor Wen. Directed by Huang Jianzhong, the series starred Ray Lui, Wang Ji, Liu Mu, Zhang Guangbei, Chen Wei and Li Qingxiang in the leading roles. It was first broadcast on CCTV-8 in China on 17 December 2011.

Memory of Chang'an (2020)

Princess at Large (2018)

Doctor Ji Xian Yun is an intern at a medical school in the modern times. She time travels to the olden times into the Chancellor's second daughter's body who tried to commit suicide to escape marriage. Prince Ming Wang is the fiance of the Chancellor's elder daughter, but she refuses the marriage because of his strange illness, which makes him have a big stomach. Ji Xian Yun is tricked into marriage with Ming Wang by her family.

Princess at Large (0)

Doctor Ji Xian Yun is an intern at a medical school in the modern times. She time travels to the olden times into the Chancellor's second daughter's body who tried to commit suicide to escape marriage. Prince Ming Wang is the fiance of the Chancellor's elder daughter, but she refuses the marriage because of his strange illness, which makes him have a big stomach. Ji Xian Yun is tricked into marriage with Ming Wang by her family.

The Servant Is Not Simple (2023)

Zhang Xiaoming failed in the college entrance examination and broke up with his girlfriend. Then he accidentally fell into the water and traveled to ancient times, became a servant in a county government. The small county town is full of undercurrent. With Xiaoming's investigation, he found that the relationships here is complicated. Finally, a secret that has been sealed for 20 years was revealed.

Doomed to Oblivion (2005)

The series revolves around the ups and downs of the life of a painter during the Qing dynasty, Cheng Ban Kiu. Through many endeavours to prove his painting skills, Ban Kiu became a celebrated painter and expert in drawing bamboos (in which is a shared interest with the emperor, who went in search for the best bamboo painting to be buried with him when he passes away). Ban Kiu was also famous for his quote, "Ignorance is Bliss", which in the end can ironically cause him many troubles.

The Charm Beneath (2005)

They hide a dagger in a smile, Are they driven by desire for power, Or is it their only way to survive?

When Shui Met Mo: A Love Story (2019)

Cheng Jingmo is the only son and successor of an established tea business. He is a carefree childe who has a passion for the arts. Ruan Qiushui is incredibly skilled with numbers. She is a tenacious girl who takes on the burdens of her father's debt and cares for their family. As the two meet, Shui and Mo lives become so intertwine just like water that has been mixed with ink.

Heroic Legend of the Chin Dynasty (2006)

The Story of Zhen Guan (2007)

After the showdown at Xuan Wu Gate against his brothers Li Jian Cheng and Li Yuan Ji, Li Shi Min officially became the second Tang dynasty emperor, establishing the era name Zhen Guan. Although not without challenges and internal conflicts, his reign brought much-needed peace and prosperity to the country and its people.

Master of Go Collection (2010)

The story of who was the "Number One in the World" between Qing Dynasty Go masters Fan Xiping and Shi Xiangxia. These two figures, historically known as the "Immortal of Go" and the "Sage of Go," are celebrated as the Li Bai and Du Fu of the Go world. They were renowned across China, Japan, and Korea, and the level of Go skills during the Kangxi and Qianlong eras, represented by them, was a pinnacle in the history of Go development.

The Legend of Xi Shi (2012)

The New Seven Heroes and Five Gallants (1994)