Literature

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Emperor Wu of Han

Emperor Wu of Han, personal name Liu Che, was the seventh emperor of the Han dynasty, ruling from 141 to 87 BCE and known for expanding China's territory and establishing Confucianism as state ideolog

Jianzi

A traditional Chinese kicking game with a shuttlecock-like object, dating back over 2,000 years.

Wing Chun

A traditional Chinese martial art with origins in southern China, emphasizing close-range combat and practical self-defense techniques.

Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea

A classic Chinese folktale about eight deities who each use their unique powers to cross the sea, demonstrating individual talents and teamwork.

The Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China is an ancient fortification system built across northern China over centuries.

The Book of Poetry

The Book of Poetry is the oldest existing collection of Chinese poetry, dating from the Western Zhou to the Spring and Autumn periods.

Mantou: Chinese Steamed Bread

Mantou is a traditional Chinese steamed bun that has been a staple food for centuries throughout China and other East Asian countries.

Mid-Autumn Festival

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the harvest moon and family reunion.

Sou Shen Ji (In Search of the Supernatural)

A collection of supernatural tales from the Eastern Jin Dynasty compiled by Gan Bao.

Nezha Conquers the Dragon King

A classic Chinese animated film about the young deity Nezha who battles the Dragon King to save his people.

Qingming Festival

Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese holiday honoring ancestors through grave visits and spring outings.

Mazu

Mazu is a Chinese sea goddess originating from Fujian Province who has been worshipped for over a millennium.

Drunken Master

A 1978 Hong Kong martial arts comedy film directed by Yuen Woo-ping starring Jackie Chan as the young martial artist Wong Fei-hung.

Navigation and Seafaring

Navigation is the practice of directing vessels across bodies of water, with a rich history spanning from early coastal voyages to modern satellite-based systems.

Temüjin

Temüjin, posthumously known as Genghis Khan, was the founder of the Mongol Empire and one of history's most significant military leaders.

Han Yu

Han Yu was a prominent Chinese writer, poet, and philosopher of the Tang Dynasty, known as a leader of the Classical Prose Movement.

Lacquerware

Lacquerware is a traditional craft involving the application of lacquer to create durable, decorative objects with a rich history spanning thousands of years.

Moon Cake

Moon Cake is a traditional Chinese pastry enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, symbolizing family reunion.

Henan Opera

Henan Opera, also known as Yuju, is a major form of Chinese opera originating from Henan province with a history spanning over 300 years.

Cantonese

Cantonese is a major variety of Chinese spoken in Guangdong, Guangxi, Hong Kong, and Macau, with significant overseas communities.