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Zhang Qian

Chinese diplomat and explorer who played a crucial role in opening the Silk Road during the Western Han Dynasty.

Jiangsu Cuisine

Jiangsu cuisine, also known as Su cuisine, is one of China's most refined culinary traditions with a history dating back to the Southern and Northern Dynasties.

Lingyin Temple

One of China's most significant Buddhist temples, renowned for its ancient history, cultural artifacts, and scenic mountain location.

Cheongsam

The cheongsam is a body-hugging Chinese dress for women that originated in the 1920s and has become an iconic representation of Chinese fashion.

Lijiang Old Town

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

Ming Dynasty

The Ming Dynasty ruled China from 1368 to 1644, following the Yuan Dynasty and preceding the Qing Dynasty.

Ban Chao

Eastern Han dynasty general and diplomat who restored Chinese control over the Western Regions.

Gu Yanwu

Prominent scholar and philosopher of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, known for his emphasis on practical learning and Confucian classics.

Water Conservancy Engineering

Water conservancy engineering involves the planning, design, construction, and management of hydraulic structures and water systems.

Taoism

Taoism is an indigenous Chinese philosophical and religious tradition centered on the concept of 'Dao' (the Way) and the pursuit of immortality.

Hutong

Hutong are narrow streets and alleys that form the heart of Beijing's old city and traditional housing culture.

Pai Gow

Pai Gow is a traditional Chinese domino game with historical roots dating back to the Song Dynasty.

Guan Yu

Guan Yu was a renowned military general serving under the warlord Liu Bei during the late Eastern Han dynasty and Three Kingdoms period of China.

Mid-Autumn Festival

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the harvest moon and family reunion.

Grass Weaving

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

Mount Wuyi

Mount Wuyi is a renowned cultural and natural heritage site in Fujian Province, China, famous for its biodiversity, stunning landscapes, and rich historical significance.

Shang Dynasty

The Shang Dynasty was the second dynasty of China, ruling from approximately 1600 to 1046 BCE, known for its bronze work, oracle bone inscriptions, and contributions to Chinese civilization.

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.

Summer Palace

The Summer Palace is a vast ensemble of lakes, gardens and palaces in Beijing, serving as a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design.

Hou Yi Shoots the Suns

Ancient Chinese myth about the hero Hou Yi who shoots down nine of ten suns to save humanity from drought.