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Book of Rites

The Book of Rites is a collection of texts describing the social forms, administration, and ceremonial rites of ancient China.

Tea Ceremony

Tea Ceremony is a cultural practice focused on the appreciation of tea aesthetics and its philosophical significance.

Dagu (Great Drum)

Dagu, also known as Dundubhi, is a type of percussion instrument with both Chinese and Western variants, playing significant roles in religious, military, and musical contexts.

Ancient Town of Fenghuang

A well-preserved historic town in Hunan Province, known for its ethnic minority culture, ancient architecture, and scenic river views.

Qinqiang Opera

Qinqiang is one of the oldest forms of Chinese opera originating from the Shaanxi and Gansu regions.

Sichuan Opera

A traditional Chinese theatrical art form originating from Sichuan province, featuring distinctive performance techniques including face-changing.

Yijinjing: The Classic of Muscle and Sinew Transformation

Yijinjing is a traditional Chinese qigong practice focused on strengthening the body's muscular and connective tissue systems.

Shang Dynasty

The Shang Dynasty was the second dynasty of China, ruling from approximately 1600 to 1046 BCE, known for its bronze work, oracle bone inscriptions, and contributions to Chinese civilization.

League of Gods

A 2016 Chinese fantasy action film based on the classic Chinese novel Fengshen Yanyi.

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.

Wu Zetian

The only woman to rule China in her own right as emperor, establishing the Zhou dynasty.

Mozi

Mozi was an ancient Chinese philosopher and founder of Mohism, emphasizing universal love, anti-aggression, and scientific reasoning.

Han Fu

Han Fu is a major literary form of the Han Dynasty, characterized by ornate language and elaborate descriptive passages.

Tomb Sweeping

A traditional Chinese practice of honoring ancestors by cleaning and maintaining their gravesites.

Qing Dynasty

The Qing Dynasty was China's last imperial dynasty ruling from 1644 to 1912, establishing a vast multi-ethnic empire.

Pangu Creates Heaven and Earth

A musical composition inspired by the Chinese creation myth of Pangu separating heaven and earth.

Tang Dynasty

The Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) was a golden age in Chinese history marked by political stability, economic prosperity, and cultural flourishing.

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.

Thousand Character Classic

A Chinese classic text consisting of 1000 characters used for teaching literacy and moral values.

Cold Food Festival

Traditional Chinese festival commemorating Jie Zhitui with customs of eating cold food and tomb sweeping.