PBS

Lite Version (View in Full Site)

Story of China

The Family: The Basis of Chinese Civilization

Clip: Episode 1 | 3m 11s

Loading Player...

At the town of Wuxi in the lower Yangtze valley, Michael Wood joins the Qin family as they celebrate the annual festival for the ancestors, a ritual that goes back thousands of years. Banned under the communists such rituals are coming back everywhere in today’s China, as once more the family regains its central place in Chinese culture.

Aired: 06/20/17 | Rating: NR

Watch Full length

More Extras From This Episode

See all Extras

More Episodes

See all Episodes

More History Shows

Browse all History Shows

Sign into PBS

By creating an account, you acknowledge that PBS may share your information with our member stations and our respective service providers, and that you have read and understand the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

Confirm Your Local Station

To help you find your favorite shows and great local content, we've selected a PBS station in your area.

Please confirm that WETA is your preferred local station, or choose another station below.