Language & Writing
269 articlesA 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.
Huimo Ink
Traditional Chinese inkstick from Huizhou, Anhui Province, one of the Four Treasures of the Study, prized for its deep black color, fine texture, and centuries-long resistance to fading.
Du Fu
Du Fu was a renowned Chinese poet of the Tang Dynasty, often called the 'Poet-Historian' for his realistic depictions of social conditions.
Silk
Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms, historically significant in Chinese culture and global trade.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a fundamental concept in Chinese philosophy representing the origin of the universe and the interplay of yin and yang.
Chinese Clay Sculpture
Chinese clay sculpture is a traditional folk art form with a history spanning over 3,000 years, featuring distinctive regional styles and cultural significance.
Dough Sculpture
Chinese traditional folk art of creating sculptures from colored flour dough.
Yellow River
The Yellow River is the second-longest river in China and the cradle of Chinese civilization.
Zongzi: Traditional Chinese Rice Dumplings
Zongzi are traditional Chinese rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo or reed leaves, historically associated with the Dragon Boat Festival.
Dunhuang City
Dunhuang is a historic city in Gansu province, renowned for its ancient Silk Road heritage and cultural significance.
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.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is the most important traditional holiday in China, marking the beginning of a new lunar year.
Miao Silver Ornaments
Traditional silver ornaments of the Miao ethnic group in China, featuring distinctive craftsmanship and cultural significance.
Inside Painting
A traditional Chinese art form of painting on the inner surface of glass or crystal vessels.
Kung Fu
Kung Fu, also known as Chinese martial arts, encompasses a diverse range of combat practices and philosophical traditions with a history spanning thousands of years.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Preservation
Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Preservation is a comprehensive approach to maintaining health, preventing disease, and promoting longevity through various practices rooted in ancient wisdom.
Peking Opera
Peking Opera is a major form of traditional Chinese theater that combines music, vocal performance, mime, dance, and acrobatics.
Pipa
The pipa is a traditional Chinese four-stringed plucked musical instrument with a history spanning over two thousand years.
Qigong
Qigong is a traditional Chinese practice involving coordinated breathing, movement, and meditation for health and wellness.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms
A classic Chinese historical novel depicting the political and military struggles during the Three Kingdoms period.