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188 articlesShang 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.
Confucius
Confucius was an influential Chinese philosopher and teacher whose ideas have shaped East Asian civilization for centuries.
Xia Dynasty
The Xia Dynasty is traditionally considered China's first dynasty, marking the transition from prehistoric to ancient Chinese civilization.
Laba Festival
The Laba Festival is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month with cultural significance and various customs.
Old Beijing Noodles with Soybean Paste
Traditional Beijing dish featuring wheat noodles with fermented soybean paste and seasonal vegetables.
Shu Embroidery
Shu Embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery style from Sichuan Province, renowned for its vibrant colors and three-dimensional effects.
Qixi Festival
The Qixi Festival, also known as the Double Seventh Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday with origins dating back over 3,000 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.
Jianzhen
Chinese Buddhist monk who propagated Buddhism and Chinese culture in Japan during the Tang Dynasty.
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.
Xuanzang
Xuanzang was a renowned Chinese Buddhist monk, scholar, traveler, and translator during the Tang Dynasty.
Inside Painting
A traditional Chinese art form of painting on the inner surface of glass or crystal vessels.
Zhang Qian
Chinese diplomat and explorer who played a crucial role in opening the Silk Road during the Western Han Dynasty.
Lacquerware
Lacquerware is a traditional craft involving the application of lacquer to create durable, decorative objects with a rich history spanning thousands of years.
Ban Chao
Eastern Han dynasty general and diplomat who restored Chinese control over the Western Regions.
Pipa
The pipa is a traditional Chinese four-stringed plucked musical instrument with a history spanning over two thousand years.
Sima Qian
Sima Qian was a Han dynasty historian and writer who authored the Records of the Grand Historian.
Song Ci
Song Ci is a form of Chinese classical poetry that flourished during the Song Dynasty, representing one of the highest achievements in Chinese literary history.
Zuo Zongtang
Zuo Zongtang was a prominent statesman and military leader of the late Qing Dynasty, known for suppressing rebellions and recovering Xinjiang for China.
Silk
Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms, historically significant in Chinese culture and global trade.