Kunst und Ästhetik
466 articlesDream of Splendor in the Eastern Capital
A detailed account of the Northern Song dynasty's capital Bianjing (modern Kaifeng) by Meng Yuanlao.
Dunhuang City
Dunhuang is a historic city in Gansu province, renowned for its ancient Silk Road heritage and cultural significance.
Characters of Journey to the West
A comprehensive exploration of the characters from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West.
Herbal Medicine
Traditional herbal medicine encompasses plant-based remedies used in various medical systems for therapeutic purposes.
The Eclectic School (Zajia)
The Eclectic School was a philosophical tradition in ancient China that synthesized teachings from various schools of thought.
Temple of Heaven
A complex of religious buildings in Beijing, China, used for imperial sacrifices to Heaven.
Ding Wan Wu (Bowl Dance)
Traditional folk dance featuring performers balancing bowls on their heads while dancing.
Three Hundred Tang Poems
A classic anthology of Tang poetry compiled during the Qing Dynasty that has become one of the most influential and widely read collections of Chinese poetry.
Chinese painting
Chinese painting (guohua) is an art form utilizing brush and ink to emphasize expressive line, tonal variation, and philosophical harmony with nature.
Clay Figurine (Chinese Net Author)
Clay Figurine was a mysterious Chinese online writer known for controversial erotic novels who disappeared after falling ill.
Embroidery
Embroidery is a traditional Chinese handicraft with over 2,000 years of history, featuring various techniques and regional styles.
Mount Tai
Mount Tai is a renowned mountain in Shandong Province, China, celebrated for its natural beauty, cultural significance, and geological importance.
West Lake
West Lake is a freshwater lake in Hangzhou, China, renowned for its cultural significance and natural beauty.
Kite
Kites, also known as paper yuans or yaozi, are flying objects with a rich history in Chinese culture.
Chengyu (Chinese Idioms)
Chengyu are fixed expressions in Chinese that typically consist of four characters and carry profound cultural and historical meanings.
Zizhi Tongjian
A comprehensive Chinese historical text covering 1,362 years of Chinese history, compiled by Sima Guang and his team during the Northern Song Dynasty.
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.
Red-crowned Crane
The Red-crowned Crane is a large East Asian crane known for its distinctive red crown and cultural significance.
Wang Wen Wen Qie (The Four Diagnostic Methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine)
The four fundamental diagnostic methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine: observation, listening/smelling, inquiring, and pulse palpation.
Nüwa Mends the Heavens
Ancient Chinese myth about the goddess Nüwa who repaired the damaged sky after a great catastrophe.