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1144 articlesSite of Xanadu
The ruins of Yuan Shangdu, an imperial capital of the Yuan Dynasty, now a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Towns and Tombs of the Ancient Gaogouli Kingdom
The ancient capital cities, royal tombs, and noble burial sites of the Gaogouli Kingdom in northeastern China.
Laozi
Laozi, also known as Lao-Tzu, was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer traditionally regarded as the founder of Taoism.
Eastern Qing Tombs
The Eastern Qing Tombs are a UNESCO World Heritage site containing the mausoleums of emperors, empresses, and consorts of the Qing dynasty.
Chinese Enamelware
Chinese enamelware is a traditional decorative art form combining metalwork with colorful glass-like glazes, dating back over 600 years.
Battle of Changping
A decisive military engagement between the states of Qin and Zhao during the Warring States period that dramatically shifted the balance of power in ancient China.
The Scholars
A classic Chinese satirical novel by Wu Jingzi that critiques the imperial examination system and scholar-official culture.
Zhang Liang
Zhang Liang was a brilliant strategist and key advisor who helped Liu Bang establish the Han Dynasty.
Lugu Lake
Lugu Lake is a deep freshwater lake located on the border of Sichuan and Yunnan provinces in China, renowned for its pristine waters and unique Moso culture.
Zhang Fei
Zhang Fei was a prominent military general who served under the warlord Liu Bei during the late Eastern Han dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period of China.
Gu Kaizhi
Eastern Jin dynasty painter and theorist known for his figure paintings and artistic principles.
Bao Zheng
Bao Zheng (999-1062) was a prominent official of the Northern Song dynasty renowned for his incorruptibility and judicial integrity.
Shitao
Shitao (1642-1707) was a pioneering Chinese painter and poet of the early Qing dynasty, known for his innovative approach to traditional painting styles.
Hai Rui
Hai Rui (1514-1587) was a renowned Ming dynasty official celebrated for his integrity, incorruptibility, and dedication to justice.
Zhu Da (Eight Great Mountains Man)
Zhu Da, known as八大山人, was a prominent Chinese painter and calligrapher of the early Qing dynasty.
Fujian Tulou
Fujian Tulou are unique rural dwellings in Fujian Province, China, known for their distinctive circular and square earthen architecture.
Kaiping Diaolou
Fortified watchtowers in Kaiping, Guangdong, China, renowned for their unique blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles.
Changbai Mountain Tianchi Lake
A sacred volcanic lake on the border of China and North Korea, renowned for its stunning beauty and cultural significance.
Navigation and Seafaring
Navigation is the practice of directing vessels across bodies of water, with a rich history spanning from early coastal voyages to modern satellite-based systems.
Chinese Paper Cutting
Chinese paper cutting is a traditional folk art form with over 1,500 years of history, recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.