Musique
111 articlesTaoism
Taoism is an indigenous Chinese philosophical and religious tradition centered on the concept of 'Dao' (the Way) and the pursuit of immortality.
Li Shimin
Li Shimin, posthumously known as Emperor Taizong of Tang, was the second emperor of the Tang dynasty and one of the most influential rulers in Chinese history.
Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder)
Yunjian is a traditional Chinese decorative garment accessory worn over the shoulders, with a history spanning over 1,500 years.
Yangguan Sandie (Three Repetitions of the Yangguan Tune)
A renowned ancient Chinese guqin melody based on a Tang dynasty poem by Wang Wei, expressing farewell sentiments through musical repetition.
Lijiang City
Lijiang is a prefecture-level city in Yunnan Province, China, known for its UNESCO World Heritage Old Town and stunning natural landscapes.
The Legend of White Snake
A classic Chinese television drama that retells the legendary love story between a white snake spirit and a human scholar.
Diaojiaolou (Stilted Buildings)
Traditional elevated dwellings of ethnic minorities in southwestern China, featuring unique architectural designs and cultural significance.
The Han Dynasty
The Han Dynasty (202 BCE-220 CE) was an imperial dynasty of China that succeeded the Qin Dynasty and preceded the Three Kingdoms period.
Xunzi
Xunzi was an influential Chinese Confucian philosopher who developed a systematic philosophy emphasizing ritual, education, and human potential.
Crosstalk
Crosstalk is a traditional Chinese comedic performance art featuring dialogue, storytelling, and mimicry.
Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar month, marking the end of Chinese New Year celebrations.
Suzhou Pingtan
A traditional Chinese narrative and musical art form from Suzhou, recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Guzheng
The guzheng is a traditional Chinese stringed musical instrument with a history spanning over 2,500 years.
Hanshan Temple
A historic Buddhist temple in Suzhou, China, renowned for its cultural significance and association with the Tang dynasty poem 'Night Mooring at Maple Bridge'.
Summer Palace
The Summer Palace is a vast ensemble of lakes, gardens and palaces in Beijing, serving as a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design.
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.
Lianhua Luo
A traditional Chinese narrative singing art with over 900 years of history, featuring distinctive performance styles and cultural significance.
Chengyu (Chinese Idioms)
Chengyu are fixed expressions in Chinese that typically consist of four characters and carry profound cultural and historical meanings.
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
Temple of Heaven
A complex of religious buildings in Beijing, China, used for imperial sacrifices to Heaven.