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322 articlesHutong
Hutong are narrow streets and alleys that form the heart of Beijing's old city and traditional housing culture.
Ming Dynasty
The Ming Dynasty ruled China from 1368 to 1644, following the Yuan Dynasty and preceding the Qing Dynasty.
Guan Hanqing
Guan Hanqing was a prominent Yuan dynasty playwright and poet, considered one of the greatest dramatists in Chinese history.
Eastern Han Dynasty
The Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 CE) was the latter period of China's Han Dynasty, known for its cultural achievements, territorial expansion, and eventual decline.
Su Shi
Su Shi was a prominent writer, poet, calligrapher, and statesman of the Song Dynasty, renowned for his literary achievements and political career.
Li Yuan (Imperial Music and Dance Academy)
Li Yuan was the imperial music and dance academy of Tang Dynasty China, which became synonymous with Chinese opera and performing arts.
Tang Poetry
Tang poetry represents the golden age of Chinese poetry, characterized by diverse forms, rich themes, and exceptional artistic achievement.
The Old Drunkard's Pavilion
A classic Chinese essay by Ouyang Xiu celebrating the joy of nature and governance.
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.
A New Account of the Tales of the World
A classical Chinese collection of anecdotes and character sketches of scholars and officials from the Han to the Eastern Jin periods.
The Literary Mind and the Carving of Dragons
A comprehensive literary theory work from the Southern Qi Dynasty by Liu Xie that systematically analyzes literature, composition, and criticism.
Qin Shi Huang
The first emperor of unified China who ended the Warring States period and established the Qin Dynasty.
Hai Dao Suan Jing
A classic Chinese mathematical text by Liu Hui focused on surveying techniques and measurement theory.
Thousand Character Classic
A Chinese classic text consisting of 1000 characters used for teaching literacy and moral values.
Huang Zongxi
Chinese philosopher, historian, and political thinker of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties.
Guzheng
The guzheng is a traditional Chinese stringed musical instrument with a history spanning over 2,500 years.
Muyu Song
Traditional narrative singing art from Dongguan, Guangdong, with over 400 years of history.
Inkslab
The inkslab, or yantai, is a traditional Chinese writing tool used for grinding inksticks with water to produce liquid ink for calligraphy and painting.
Chinese Writing Brush
The Chinese writing brush is a traditional tool for calligraphy and painting with a history spanning thousands of years.
Bonsai
Bonsai is the ancient Chinese art of growing miniature trees in containers, creating living sculptures that capture the essence of nature.