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1144 articlesStrange Stories from a Chinese Studio
A classic collection of supernatural tales written by Pu Songling during the Qing Dynasty.
A Thousand Li of Rivers and Mountains
A masterpiece of Northern Song dynasty Chinese painting, renowned for its grand landscape depiction and artistic innovation.
Sumeru Throne Base
A traditional architectural element in East Asian Buddhism, serving as a pedestal for sacred figures and buildings.
Xiangqi
Xiangqi, also known as Chinese chess, is a strategic board game with a history spanning over two millennia.
Bonsai
Bonsai is the ancient Chinese art of growing miniature trees in containers, creating living sculptures that capture the essence of nature.
Tree-root Carving
Tree-root carving is an ancient Chinese art form that utilizes natural root formations to create sculptures and functional objects.
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.
Climbing High (Deng Gao)
A famous seven-character regulated verse poem by Du Fu, considered one of the greatest works of Chinese poetry.
Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove
The Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove were a group of Chinese scholars of the late Three Kingdoms period and Western Jin dynasty known for their alternative lifestyle and contributions to Neo-Taoism.
Li Yuan: The Imperial Music and Theater Academy of Tang Dynasty
Li Yuan was the imperial music and theater academy established during China's Tang Dynasty, becoming a symbol of traditional Chinese performing arts.
Hubi (Huzhou Writing Brush)
Hubi, also known as Huzhou writing brush, is one of the Four Treasures of the Study, renowned for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship.
Qing Dynasty
The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912.
Sugar Painting
Chinese traditional folk art using molten sugar to create edible artworks.
Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder)
Yunjian is a traditional Chinese decorative garment accessory worn over the shoulders, with a history spanning over 1,500 years.
Leshan Giant Buddha
A monumental 71-meter tall stone statue of Maitreya Buddha carved into a cliff face at the confluence of three rivers in Sichuan Province, China.
Ancient Town of Fenghuang
A well-preserved historic town in Hunan Province, known for its ethnic minority culture, ancient architecture, and scenic river views.
Eastern Jin Dynasty
The Eastern Jin Dynasty (317-420 CE) was a Chinese dynasty that established its capital at Jiankang (modern Nanjing) after the fall of the Western Jin, ruling over southern China while northern China
Battle of Guandu
A decisive battle in 200 CE between warlords Cao Cao and Yuan Shao during the late Eastern Han dynasty.
Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area
A spectacular natural area in Sichuan Province known for its colorful calcium pools, snow-capped mountains, and diverse ecosystems.
Formula Science
Formula Science is a branch of traditional Chinese medicine that studies the principles of formulation and clinical application of herbal prescriptions.