Literature
574 articlesZu Chongzhi
Chinese mathematician and astronomer who calculated pi to seven decimal places and made significant contributions to calendar reform.
Tianwen (Heavenly Questions)
A classical Chinese poem by Qu Yuan featuring philosophical questions about mythology, cosmology, and history.
Thousand Character Classic
A Chinese classic text consisting of 1000 characters used for teaching literacy and moral values.
Chinese Poetry
An exploration of Chinese poetry spanning over three millennia, from the ancient Book of Songs to modern free verse, examining major forms, influential poets, and enduring themes that have shaped one
Shehuo: Chinese Folk Festival Tradition
Shehuo is a traditional Chinese folk celebration during the Spring Festival featuring various performing arts and cultural activities.
Flower Festival
Flower Festival is a traditional folk song gathering held in Northwest China with over 600 years of history.
Dong Grand Chorus
A traditional multi-part singing tradition of the Dong ethnic group in China, recognized as both national and intangible cultural heritage.
Danxian (Single String Music)
A traditional Chinese narrative singing art form from Beijing, featuring storytelling with musical accompaniment.
Pear Flower Great Drum
A traditional Chinese narrative singing art form originating from southern Hebei province.
Nuo Opera
Nuo Opera is an ancient Chinese religious theatrical art form combining dance, music, and drama to expel evil spirits and pray for blessings.
Lü Opera
Lü Opera is a major Chinese opera genre originating from Shandong Province, known for its simple and expressive style.
Xihe Dagu
A traditional Chinese narrative singing art form that originated in Hebei province during the Qing Dynasty.
Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio
A classic collection of supernatural tales written by Pu Songling during the Qing Dynasty.
Bonsai
Bonsai is the ancient Chinese art of growing miniature trees in containers, creating living sculptures that capture the essence of nature.
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.
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.