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103 articlesSichuan Opera
A traditional Chinese theatrical art form originating from Sichuan province, featuring distinctive performance techniques including face-changing.
A New Account of the Tales of the World
A classical Chinese collection of anecdotes and character sketches of scholars and officials from the Han to the Eastern Jin periods.
Guzheng
The guzheng is a traditional Chinese stringed musical instrument with a history spanning over 2,500 years.
Yijinjing: The Classic of Muscle and Sinew Transformation
Yijinjing is a traditional Chinese qigong practice focused on strengthening the body's muscular and connective tissue systems.
The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China is an ancient fortification system built across northern China over centuries.
Lin Zexu
Lin Zexu was a prominent Chinese official of the Qing Dynasty known for his anti-opium stance and leadership in the First Opium War.
Cold Food Festival
Traditional Chinese festival commemorating Jie Zhitui with customs of eating cold food and tomb sweeping.
Zhangjiajie City
Zhangjiajie is a prefecture-level city in Hunan Province, China, renowned for its unique quartz sandstone peak forest landscapes and as home to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park.
Thousand Character Classic
A Chinese classic text consisting of 1000 characters used for teaching literacy and moral values.
Tang Poetry
Tang poetry represents the golden age of Chinese poetry, characterized by diverse forms, rich themes, and exceptional artistic achievement.
San Zi Jing (Three Character Classic)
A traditional Chinese classic text used for early education, composed in three-character verses.
Laozi
Laozi, also known as Lao-Tzu, was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer traditionally regarded as the founder of Taoism.
Skipping Rope
Skipping rope is a popular physical activity with ancient origins that has evolved into a competitive sport with numerous variations and health benefits.
Temple of Heaven
A complex of religious buildings in Beijing, China, used for imperial sacrifices to Heaven.
Qin Dynasty
The Qin Dynasty was the first imperial dynasty of China, lasting from 221 to 207 BCE, known for its unification of China and short but impactful rule.
Blind Massage
A 2014 Chinese drama film directed by Lou Ye about blind massage therapists and their complex relationships.
Yangguan Sandie (Three Repetitions of the Yangguan Tune)
A renowned ancient Chinese guqin melody based on a Tang dynasty poem by Wang Wei, expressing farewell sentiments through musical repetition.
Lion Dance
Traditional Chinese performance art featuring dancers in elaborate lion costumes.
Guilin Karst Landscape
The iconic karst topography of Guilin, characterized by dramatic limestone peaks and rivers, represents one of China's most famous natural landscapes.
Li Shimin
Li Shimin, posthumously known as Emperor Taizong of Tang, was the second emperor of the Tang dynasty and one of the most influential rulers in Chinese history.