Littérature

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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.

West Lake

West Lake is a freshwater lake in Hangzhou, China, renowned for its cultural significance and natural beauty.

Yin and Yang

The ancient Chinese philosophical concept of complementary yet opposing forces that shape the universe and all natural phenomena.

Sichuan Cuisine

Sichuan Cuisine, one of China's most famous culinary traditions, is renowned for its diverse flavors, particularly its spicy and numbing characteristics.

Huang Zongxi

Chinese philosopher, historian, and political thinker of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties.

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.

Standard Chinese (Putonghua)

Standard Chinese, known as Putonghua, is the official language of China based on Beijing dialect with Northern dialects as its foundation.

Guzheng

The guzheng is a traditional Chinese stringed musical instrument with a history spanning over 2,500 years.

Zongzi: Traditional Chinese Rice Dumplings

Zongzi are traditional Chinese rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo or reed leaves, historically associated with the Dragon Boat Festival.

Simplified Chinese Characters

The evolution and implementation of simplified Chinese characters across East Asia.

Chinese Calligraphy

Chinese calligraphy is a traditional art form using brush and ink to create aesthetically pleasing writing.

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.

Su Shi

Su Shi was a prominent writer, poet, calligrapher, and statesman of the Song Dynasty, renowned for his literary achievements and political career.

The Eclectic School (Zajia)

The Eclectic School was a philosophical tradition in ancient China that synthesized teachings from various schools of thought.

Lijiang Old Town

A UNESCO World Heritage site with over 800 years of history, showcasing unique Naxi architecture and culture in Yunnan Province, China.

Hubi (Huzhou Writing Brush)

Hubi, also known as Huzhou writing brush, is one of the Four Treasures of the Study, renowned for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

Confucius

Confucius was an influential Chinese philosopher and teacher whose ideas have shaped East Asian civilization for centuries.

Hulunbuir City

Hulunbuir is a prefecture-level city in northeastern Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China, known for its vast grasslands and rich cultural heritage.

Chu Ci

Chu Ci is the earliest anthology of romantic poetry in Chinese literature, compiled by Liu Xiang during the Western Han Dynasty.

Mount Tai

Mount Tai is a renowned mountain in Shandong Province, China, celebrated for its natural beauty, cultural significance, and geological importance.