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443 articlesQin Dynasty
The Qin Dynasty was the first imperial dynasty of China, lasting from 221 to 207 BCE, known for its unification of China and short but impactful rule.
Dongting Lake
Dongting Lake is a large freshwater lake in Hunan Province, China, historically known as the 'Eight Hundred Li Dongting' for its vast size.
Mantis Fist
A traditional Chinese martial art style that imitates the aggressive fighting characteristics of the praying mantis.
Weightlifting
Weightlifting is a sport in which athletes compete to lift heavy barbells in standardized events.
Ding Dai: Qing Dynasty Official Headwear
Ding Dai refers to the decorative cap ornaments used during China's Qing Dynasty to indicate an official's rank and status.
Xiangqi
Xiangqi, also known as Chinese chess, is a strategic board game with a history spanning over two millennia.
Wrestling
Wrestling is a combat sport involving grappling type techniques such as throws and takedowns to gain control over an opponent.
Legalism
Legalism was an influential school of Chinese philosophy during the pre-Qin period that emphasized law, state power, and administrative methods.
Mount Heng
Mount Heng, also known as the Southern Great Mountain, is one of China's Five Great Mountains located in Hunan Province.
Jianzhen
Chinese Buddhist monk who propagated Buddhism and Chinese culture in Japan during the Tang Dynasty.
Crosstalk
Crosstalk is a traditional Chinese comedic performance art featuring dialogue, storytelling, and mimicry.
Zhuangzi
Zhuangzi was an ancient Chinese philosopher who lived during the Warring States period and is considered one of the foundational thinkers of Taoist philosophy.
Wang Yangming
Wang Yangming was a Ming dynasty scholar-official, military general, and influential philosopher who founded the School of the Mind (Xin Xue).
Kanas Lake
Kanas Lake is a deep alpine lake in Xinjiang, China, known for its stunning natural beauty and ecological significance.
Scented Tea
Scented tea is a category of tea leaves that have been infused with flower petals or aromatic blossoms to create a unique flavor profile.
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.
Kitchen God
The Kitchen God is a deity in Chinese folk religion who oversees household affairs and reports to the Jade Emperor.
The Nong Jia (Farmers' School)
The Nong Jia is one of the philosophical schools of ancient China, founded by Shennong, emphasizing agricultural wisdom and martial arts.
Acupuncture Points
Acupuncture points are specific locations on the body used in traditional Chinese medicine for diagnosis and treatment.
Buddhism
A major world religion originating in ancient India, based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama.