Philosophy & Religion

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Lu Jiuyuan

Lu Jiuyuan (1139-1193) was a prominent Chinese philosopher and educator who founded the School of the Mind (Xinxue) during the Southern Song Dynasty.

Mount Emei

Mount Emei is a renowned mountain in Sichuan Province, China, famous for its natural beauty, biodiversity, and significance as a Buddhist sanctuary.

Kanas Lake

Kanas Lake is a deep alpine lake in Xinjiang, China, known for its stunning natural beauty and ecological significance.

Door Gods

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

Cheng Yi

Northern Song dynasty philosopher and one of the founders of Neo-Confucianism.

Lushan Mountain

Lushan Mountain is a renowned mountain in Jiangxi Province, China, celebrated for its natural beauty, geological significance, and cultural importance.

Stone Carving

Stone carving is the art of creating visual and tactile artistic images from sculptable stones, representing one of humanity's oldest art forms.

Siheyuan

Traditional Chinese courtyard residence with a history spanning thousands of years.

Baduanjin

Baduanjin is a traditional Chinese qigong practice consisting of eight gentle exercises that promote health and wellness.

Silk

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

Laozi

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

Mozi

Mozi was an ancient Chinese philosopher and founder of Mohism, emphasizing universal love, anti-aggression, and scientific reasoning.

Tang Dynasty Clothing

Traditional Chinese clothing from the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) known for its distinctive styles, cultural significance, and influence on East Asian fashion.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms

A classic Chinese historical novel depicting the political and military struggles during the Three Kingdoms period.

Shangsi Festival

Shangsi Festival, celebrated on the third day of the third lunar month, is an ancient Chinese tradition with diverse cultural significance.

Ancestor Worship

Ancestor worship is a traditional Chinese practice of venerating deceased family members and cultural heroes.

Wood Carving

Wood carving is a traditional Chinese sculptural art form with a history spanning over 7,000 years.

Su Shi

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

Shaolin Temple

The Shaolin Temple is a renowned Buddhist monastery in Henan Province, China, famous for its association with Chinese martial arts.

Zhongyuan Festival

The Zhongyuan Festival, also known as the Ghost Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday honoring ancestors and helping wandering spirits.