Philosophie et religion

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Shadow Puppetry

Shadow puppetry is an ancient Chinese art form using translucent leather figures to create animated stories on a screen.

Lijiang Old Town

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

Temüjin

Temüjin, posthumously known as Genghis Khan, was the founder of the Mongol Empire and one of history's most significant military leaders.

Han Fei

Han Fei was a Chinese philosopher who developed the syncretic Legalist philosophy during the Warring States period.

Han Yu

Han Yu was a prominent Chinese writer, poet, and philosopher of the Tang Dynasty, known as a leader of the Classical Prose Movement.

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.

Cloisonné

Traditional Chinese enamelware art form known for its vibrant colors and intricate craftsmanship.

Face/Off

A 1997 action thriller directed by John Woo about an FBI agent and a terrorist who undergo surgical face swapping.

Yin and Yang

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

Laozi

Laozi, also known as Lao-Tzu, was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer traditionally regarded as the founder of Taoism.

Grass Weaving

Traditional Chinese handicraft using grass and other plant fibers to create various items.

Mount Tai

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

Silk

Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms, historically significant in Chinese culture and global trade.

Door Gods

Chinese deities believed to protect homes and ward off evil spirits, traditionally placed on doors during Chinese New Year.

Go (Weiqi)

Go is an ancient board game that originated in China over 4,000 years ago and has become a popular strategic game worldwide.

Tangyuan (Rice Dumplings)

Tangyuan are traditional Chinese rice dumplings served in sweet broth, symbolizing family reunion and consumed during festivals.

Legalism

Legalism was an influential school of Chinese philosophy during the pre-Qin period that emphasized law, state power, and administrative methods.

Nianhua: Chinese New Year Pictures

Traditional Chinese decorative paintings popular during the New Year, reflecting folk customs and cultural beliefs.

The Eclectic School (Zajia)

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

Xunzi

Xunzi was an influential Chinese Confucian philosopher who developed a systematic philosophy emphasizing ritual, education, and human potential.