Geography
241 articlesHenan Opera
Henan Opera, also known as Yuju, is a major form of Chinese opera originating from Henan province with a history spanning over 300 years.
Suzhou Embroidery
Suzhou Embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery art with over 2,000 years of history, renowned for its delicate craftsmanship and artistic excellence.
Dunhuang City
Dunhuang is a historic city in Gansu province, renowned for its ancient Silk Road heritage and cultural significance.
Water Margin
A classic Chinese novel that tells the story of 108 outlaws who gather on Mount Liang and eventually submit to imperial authority.
Sun Moon Lake
A scenic alpine lake in Nantou County, Taiwan, known for its natural beauty and cultural significance.
Four Great Inventions of Ancient China
The Four Great Inventions—papermaking, printing, compass, and gunpowder—profoundly influenced global civilization.
Dragon Boat Racing
Traditional water sport with cultural significance in China and beyond, particularly associated with the Dragon Boat Festival.
Nanjing City Wall
The Nanjing City Wall is a historic fortification built during the Ming Dynasty, renowned as the longest and best-preserved ancient city wall in the world.
Xiao Nian: The Chinese Little New Year
Xiao Nian, or Little New Year, is a traditional Chinese festival marking the beginning of preparations for the Lunar New Year.
Nianhua: Chinese Woodblock New Year Pictures
Traditional Chinese woodblock prints used for New Year decorations with over a thousand years of history.
Cloisonné
Traditional Chinese enamelware art form known for its vibrant colors and intricate craftsmanship.
Tea Ceremony
Tea Ceremony is a cultural practice focused on the appreciation of tea aesthetics and its philosophical significance.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms
A classic Chinese historical novel depicting the political and military struggles during the Three Kingdoms period.
Longjing Tea
Longjing tea, also known as Dragon Well tea, is a famous green tea from Hangzhou, China, renowned for its unique flavor and cultural significance.
Tieguanyin Tea
Tieguanyin is a premium Chinese oolong tea from Anxi County, Fujian Province, renowned for its unique flavor and aroma.
Face/Off
A 1997 action thriller directed by John Woo about an FBI agent and a terrorist who undergo surgical face swapping.
Pingshu (Storytelling Art)
A traditional Chinese oral performance art featuring narrative storytelling with historical roots dating back to the Song Dynasty.
Cantonese
Cantonese is a major variety of Chinese spoken in Guangdong, Guangxi, Hong Kong, and Macau, with significant overseas communities.
Navigation and Seafaring
Navigation is the practice of directing vessels across bodies of water, with a rich history spanning from early coastal voyages to modern satellite-based systems.
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.