Art et esthétique
448 articlesThe Doctrine of the Mean
A classic Confucian text exploring the concept of equilibrium and moderation in human conduct and governance.
The Analects
A collection of sayings and teachings of Confucius and his disciples compiled by his followers.
The Foolish Old Man Who Moved Mountains
A famous Chinese fable about perseverance and determination in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
Xiapi (Traditional Chinese Shawl)
The xiapi is a traditional Chinese ceremonial shawl worn by noblewomen throughout Chinese history.
Jin Ping Mei
A classic Chinese novel from the Ming Dynasty exploring themes of wealth, desire, and moral decay.
The Legend of White Snake
A classic Chinese television drama that retells the legendary love story between a white snake spirit and a human scholar.
Records of the Historian
The Records of the Historian is a pioneering Chinese historical text written by Sima Qian during the Han Dynasty.
The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl
A classic Chinese folktale about the love between a mortal cowherd and a celestial weaver girl, separated by the Milky Way.
Compendium of Materia Medica
A comprehensive Chinese medical encyclopedia compiled by Li Shizhen during the Ming Dynasty.
Jiangnan Water Towns
The Jiangnan water towns represent a distinctive cultural landscape of southern China, characterized by intricate waterways, ancient architecture, and rich literary traditions.
Dream of Splendor in the Eastern Capital
A detailed account of the Northern Song dynasty's capital Bianjing (modern Kaifeng) by Meng Yuanlao.
Sou Shen Ji (In Search of the Supernatural)
A collection of supernatural tales from the Eastern Jin Dynasty compiled by Gan Bao.
Ancient Town of Fenghuang
A well-preserved historic town in Hunan Province, known for its ethnic minority culture, ancient architecture, and scenic river views.
Confucius
Confucius was an influential Chinese philosopher and teacher whose ideas have shaped East Asian civilization for centuries.
Three Hundred Tang Poems
A classic anthology of Tang poetry compiled during the Qing Dynasty that has become one of the most influential and widely read collections of Chinese poetry.
Book of Rites
The Book of Rites is a collection of texts describing the social forms, administration, and ceremonial rites of ancient China.
High Mountains and Flowing Water
A famous ancient Chinese guqin musical piece and the legendary story of friendship between musician Boya and his only true listener Zhong Ziqi.
Wudang Kung Fu
A traditional Chinese martial art with deep roots in Taoist philosophy and practices.
Wu Zetian
The only woman to rule China in her own right as emperor, establishing the Zhou dynasty.
Wu Qin Xi
A traditional Chinese fitness practice based on movements of five animals, developed by Hua Tuo during the Han Dynasty.