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453 articlesTemple of Heaven
A complex of religious buildings in Beijing, China, used for imperial sacrifices to Heaven.
The Ancient City of Ping Yao
A remarkably preserved ancient city in Shanxi Province, China, showcasing traditional Han Chinese urban planning and architecture.
Zu Chongzhi
Chinese mathematician and astronomer who calculated pi to seven decimal places and made significant contributions to calendar reform.
Dudou (Chinese Belly Wrap)
Traditional Chinese undergarment worn as an underbodice or belly wrap with cultural significance dating back centuries.
Zheng He
Chinese admiral and explorer who led seven maritime expeditions to Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Africa during the Ming Dynasty.
Gomoku
Gomoku is a strategic board game also known as Five in a Row, where players aim to create a continuous line of five of their pieces on a grid.
Chu Ci
Chu Ci is the earliest anthology of romantic poetry in Chinese literature, compiled by Liu Xiang during the Western Han Dynasty.
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.
Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio
A classic collection of supernatural tales written by Pu Songling during the Qing Dynasty.
Xu Xiake
Xu Xiake was a renowned Chinese geographer, travel writer, and explorer of the Ming Dynasty.
Li Shizhen
Li Shizhen (1518-1593) was a renowned Chinese physician, pharmacologist, and naturalist who authored the comprehensive medical text 'Bencao Gangmu'.
High Mountains and Flowing Water
A famous ancient Chinese guqin musical piece and the legendary story of friendship between musician Boya and his only true listener Zhong Ziqi.
Four Treasures of the Study
The Four Treasures of the Study refer to the brush, ink, paper, and inkstone, essential tools for traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting.
Guanzi
An ancient Chinese philosophical text attributed to Guan Zhong, showcasing a blend of Daoist, Legalist, and other pre-Qin philosophical schools.
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.
Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder)
Yunjian is a traditional Chinese decorative garment accessory worn over the shoulders, with a history spanning over 1,500 years.
Diabolos in China
Traditional Chinese skill toy and performance art involving spinning bamboo tops on strings.
Embroidered Shoes
A 2012 Chinese horror thriller film directed by Ye Weimin, starring Lin Xinru as a woman wrongfully executed whose ghost seeks vengeance.
City God (Chenghuang)
The City God is a protective deity in Chinese urban communities who evolved from a guardian of city walls to a supernatural judge of the afterlife.
Maga: Traditional Chinese Jacket
Maga is a traditional Chinese jacket that originated during the Qing Dynasty and evolved from official riding attire to formal and casual wear.