History
450 articlesJianzhen's Eastward Journey to Japan
The remarkable six attempts by Tang Dynasty monk Jianzhen to transmit Buddhist teachings and Chinese culture to Japan.
House of Flying Daggers
A 2004 Chinese wuxia film directed by Zhang Yimou, featuring complex relationships and stunning visuals.
Tang Dynasty
The Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) was a golden age in Chinese history marked by political stability, economic prosperity, and cultural flourishing.
Discrimination and Differentiation of Warm Diseases
A seminal Qing dynasty medical text that established a comprehensive theoretical framework for warm disease diagnosis and treatment.
Marco Polo
Venetian merchant and explorer whose travels to China during the Yuan Dynasty introduced Europeans to Asian civilizations.
Zheng He's Voyages
A series of seven diplomatic and trade expeditions led by Chinese admiral Zheng He to the Western Oceans during the Ming Dynasty.
Lijiang Old Town
A UNESCO World Heritage site with over 800 years of history, showcasing unique Naxi architecture and culture in Yunnan Province, China.
Du Fu
Du Fu was a renowned Chinese poet of the Tang Dynasty, often called the 'Poet-Historian' for his realistic depictions of social conditions.
Moutai Liquor
Moutai is a premium Chinese baijiu (liquor) produced in Guizhou province, renowned for its unique flavor and cultural significance.
Enfeoffment System
The enfeoffment system was a political structure in ancient China where rulers granted land and titles to nobles in exchange for loyalty and service.
Qingming Festival
Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese holiday honoring ancestors through grave visits and spring outings.
Chinese Tea Art
The traditional practice of preparing and serving tea with artistic skill and cultural significance.
Dunhuang City
Dunhuang is a historic city in Gansu province, renowned for its ancient Silk Road heritage and cultural significance.
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.
Ding Wan Wu (Bowl Dance)
Traditional folk dance featuring performers balancing bowls on their heads while dancing.
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.