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518 articlesDream Pool Essays
A comprehensive encyclopedia by Shen Kuo covering science, technology, and natural phenomena in 11th century China.
Jiuhua Mountain
Jiuhua Mountain is a renowned Buddhist sacred site in Anhui Province, China, known for its stunning natural scenery and rich cultural heritage.
Qinghai Lake
Qinghai Lake is the largest lake in China and the largest saline lake in Asia, located on the northeastern Tibetan Plateau.
The Book of History (Shang Shu)
The Book of History is one of the Five Classics of ancient Chinese literature, containing documents and speeches from early Chinese history.
Shandong Cuisine
Shandong Cuisine, one of China's Eight Great Culinary Traditions, is known for its emphasis on fresh ingredients, precise cooking techniques, and cultural significance.
Book of Rites
The Book of Rites is a collection of texts describing the social forms, administration, and ceremonial rites of ancient China.
Xi'an Bell Tower
The Xi'an Bell Tower is a historic landmark in Xi'an, China, originally built in 1384 during the Ming Dynasty.
Chinese Silk
China is the birthplace of sericulture and silk weaving, producing the natural textile fiber from silkworm cocoons for over 5,000 years, and maintaining a monopoly on silk production for nearly three
Spring and Autumn Annals
An ancient Chinese chronicle compiled during the Spring and Autumn period, traditionally attributed to Confucius.
Xi'an Drum Tower
The Xi'an Drum Tower is a historic Ming Dynasty structure in the heart of Xi'an, China, famous for its architectural significance and cultural importance.
Mount Emei
Mount Emei is a renowned mountain in Sichuan Province, China, famous for its natural beauty, biodiversity, and significance as a Buddhist sanctuary.
Papermaking Technology
The ancient Chinese invention of papermaking that revolutionized communication and cultural development worldwide.
Sugar Painting
Chinese traditional folk art using molten sugar to create edible artworks.
The Bund
The Bund is a famous waterfront area in central Shanghai, known for its historic colonial architecture and financial significance.
Thangka
Thangka is a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton or silk appliqué depicting religious subjects.
Chan Buddhism
Chan Buddhism is a school of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes meditation and direct insight into the nature of mind.
Lushan Mountain
Lushan Mountain is a renowned mountain in Jiangxi Province, China, celebrated for its natural beauty, geological significance, and cultural importance.
Mount Huangshan
Mount Huangshan is a renowned mountain range in Anhui Province, China, celebrated for its granite peaks, pine trees, hot springs, and sea of clouds.
Old Beijing Noodles with Soybean Paste
Traditional Beijing dish featuring wheat noodles with fermented soybean paste and seasonal vegetables.