Science & Technology
76 articlesYin and Yang
The ancient Chinese philosophical concept of complementary yet opposing forces that shape the universe and all natural phenomena.
Su Shi
Su Shi was a prominent writer, poet, calligrapher, and statesman of the Song Dynasty, renowned for his literary achievements and political career.
Cloisonné
Traditional Chinese enamelware art form known for its vibrant colors and intricate craftsmanship.
Shadow Puppetry
Shadow puppetry is an ancient Chinese art form using translucent leather figures to create animated stories on a screen.
Embroidery
Embroidery is a traditional Chinese handicraft with over 2,000 years of history, featuring various techniques and regional styles.
Laozi
Laozi, also known as Lao-Tzu, was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer traditionally regarded as the founder of Taoism.
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.
Imperial Examination System
The imperial examination system was a civil service examination system in imperial China to select government officials through merit-based examinations.
Hot Pot
Hot pot is a communal dining experience featuring a simmering pot of broth at the center of the table, where ingredients are cooked and shared.
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
Temüjin
Temüjin, posthumously known as Genghis Khan, was the founder of the Mongol Empire and one of history's most significant military leaders.
Xiaolongbao
Xiaolongbao, or small steamed buns, are a traditional Chinese delicacy known for their thin skin and flavorful soup filling.
Face/Off
A 1997 action thriller directed by John Woo about an FBI agent and a terrorist who undergo surgical face swapping.
Kung Fu
Kung Fu, also known as Chinese martial arts, encompasses a diverse range of combat practices and philosophical traditions with a history spanning thousands of years.
Go (Weiqi)
Go is an ancient board game that originated in China over 4,000 years ago and has become a popular strategic game worldwide.
Silk
Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms, historically significant in Chinese culture and global trade.
Chinese Calligraphy
Chinese calligraphy is a traditional art form using brush and ink to create aesthetically pleasing writing.
Chengyu (Chinese Idioms)
Chengyu are fixed expressions in Chinese that typically consist of four characters and carry profound cultural and historical meanings.
Tofu
Tofu is a food prepared by coagulating soy milk and pressing the resulting curds into solid white blocks of varying softness.
Mencius
Mencius was a Chinese philosopher who is often credited as the most famous Confucian after Confucius himself.