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456 articlesYin-Yang and Five Elements
Ancient Chinese philosophical system explaining natural phenomena through opposing forces and elemental relationships.
Zizhi Tongjian
A comprehensive Chinese historical text covering 1,362 years of Chinese history, compiled by Sima Guang and his team during the Northern Song Dynasty.
Dream of Splendor in the Eastern Capital
A detailed account of the Northern Song dynasty's capital Bianjing (modern Kaifeng) by Meng Yuanlao.
Kuafu Chasing the Sun
A Chinese myth about a giant who attempts to chase and capture the sun, ultimately sacrificing himself to benefit humanity.
Shuanghuang: Chinese Duet Performance Art
Shuanghuang is a traditional Chinese performance art where one performer acts while another provides the voice, creating the illusion of a single performer.
Mount Longhu
A renowned mountain in Jiangxi Province, China, famous for its stunning Danxia landforms and as the birthplace of Zhengyi Daoism.
Halal Food in China
Halal food in China has unique cultural and religious significance, with distinct historical development and regulatory frameworks.
Gunpowder
Gunpowder, one of China's Four Great Inventions, revolutionized warfare and technological development worldwide.
Mid-Autumn Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the harvest moon and family reunion.
Tang Tri-Color Glazed Ceramics
Tang Tri-Color Glazed Ceramics are a type of Chinese pottery from the Tang Dynasty known for its distinctive lead glaze in multiple colors.
Shipbuilding
Shipbuilding is the construction of boats and ships, ranging from small recreational vessels to massive commercial carriers and military vessels.
Miao Silver Ornaments
Traditional silver ornaments of the Miao ethnic group in China, featuring distinctive craftsmanship and cultural significance.
Nine-Rank System
The Nine-Rank System was a civil service nomination system implemented during the Wei-Jin period in Chinese history.
Imperial Examination System
The imperial examination system was a civil service examination system in imperial China to select government officials through merit-based examinations.
Grand Canal of China
The Grand Canal is the longest ancient artificial waterway in the world, spanning multiple provinces in China.
Small Seal Script
Small Seal Script is a standardized calligraphic script that served as China's official writing system during the Qin Dynasty.
Chinese Characters
Chinese characters are logographic symbols that represent words or morphemes in the Chinese language, with a history spanning over three millennia.
Dizi (Chinese Flute)
The dizi is a traditional Chinese bamboo flute with a rich history spanning over 7,000 years.
White Tea
White tea is a lightly processed tea variety known for its delicate flavor and minimal oxidation.
Confucianism
A philosophical and ethical system originating from ancient China, emphasizing moral virtue, social harmony, and proper relationships.