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Two Peking Opera performers navigate love, betrayal, and political turmoil across five decades of Chinese history in Chen Kaige Cannes Palme d Or winning masterpiece....

A young man with a mysterious past navigates court politics and martial arts intrigue in this hit Chinese drama adapted from the novel by Mao Ni....

A brilliant and resilient concubine's daughter navigates the treacherous waters of a Northern Song dynasty noble household, rising from obscurity to become a legendary matriarch. Starring Zhao Liying,...

Zhang Yimou's masterpiece spanning decades of Chinese history through the eyes of one family's unimaginable suffering and indomitable will to survive. Starring Ge You (Cannes Best Actor) and Gong Li. ...

Wong Kar-wai's masterpiece set in 1960s Hong Kong, starring Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung as neighbors who discover their spouses are having an affair. A meditation on restrained desire that won Leung ...

In 1970s China, a young woman joins an army art troupe and befriends the group's selfless 'Living Lei Feng.' Their lives are forever changed by war and the turbulent decades that follow. Feng Xiaogang...

A retired master chef prepares lavish Sunday dinners for his three grown daughters, but the meals cannot digest the changes sweeping through their lives. Ang Lee's warm, wise masterpiece about food, f...

Within these exquisite walled gardens, entire landscapes of mountains, lakes, and pavilions are compressed into the space of a single city block. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, Suzhou's gard...

To Live (1994) is directed by Zhang Yimou, starring Ge You and Gong Li. Adapted from Yu Hua's novel. Cannes Grand Prix winner. Douban 9.3 — one of the highest-rated Chinese films ever....

A dismembered body in a Northeast China steel town unravels a 20-year mystery, pulling three aging men back into the case that shattered their lives. Directed by Xin Shuang. Stars Fan Wei and Qin Hao....

Three siblings from a working-class family in northern China navigate five decades of upheaval — from the Cultural Revolution to economic reform. Based on Liang Xiaosheng's Mao Dun Prize-winning novel...

Set during the Nanjing Massacre, a group of civilians sheltering in a photo studio discover evidence of Japanese war crimes and risk their lives to preserve the truth....

After being betrayed and buried alive by her husband, a county magistrate's daughter is saved and returns to the capital under a borrowed identity to seek revenge with the help of a duke....

Di Zi Gui is a Qing Dynasty educational text teaching children behavioral norms and moral principles in three-character verses....

Chinese Knot is a traditional handicraft art of weaving decorative knots from a single cord, symbolizing good fortune and reunion....

A 2017 sequel to the acclaimed historical drama with new characters. The princes of Changlin Palace navigate war and court intrigue....

A 2024 Chinese comedy film directed by Shao Yihui, starring Song Jia. Three urban women navigate love and self-discovery....

Kunqu Opera, one of the oldest Chinese opera forms, is renowned for its elegant melodies, refined acting, and literary depth. Tang Xianzu's masterpiece 'The Peony Pavilion' represents the pinnacle of ...

Chinese ink painting, also known as Guo Hua, is an outstanding representative of traditional Chinese painting, combining poetry, calligraphy, painting and seal engraving into a unique art form....

The compass is one of China's four great inventions, representing a remarkable achievement in ancient science and technology that revolutionized navigation worldwide and enabled the Age of Discovery....

Word of Honor is a 2021 Chinese wuxia drama adapted from Priest's novel Faraway Wanderers, following Zhou Zishu and Wen Kexing as they navigate the jianghu and become soulmates....

A modern young man travels back in time to an ancient world, using his contemporary knowledge and wit to navigate court politics and become a legendary minister....

The story of Sheng Minglan, a concubine's daughter in a Song Dynasty official's family, navigating family politics, love, and marriage....

## Overview Hot and sour soup, a classic Chinese soup known for its bright red color and appetizing sour-spicy flavor, has become one of the most representative dishes in Chinese culinary culture due ...

## Overview The Chinese knot, also known as the Pan Chang knot, is a traditional and distinctive Chinese folk handicraft with a long history. It does not refer to a single knot, but rather to the intr...

## Overview Seal carving, also known as "zhiyin," is a unique traditional Chinese art form that integrates calligraphy, engraving, and composition. Using a knife instead of a brush, characters or patt...

## Overview Suzhou embroidery, collectively referring to the embroidery craft of the Suzhou region, is known as one of China's "Four Great Embroideries" alongside Xiang, Yue, and Shu embroidery. It is...

## Overview The Three Gorges Dam, located in Sandouping Town, Yichang City, Hubei Province, China, spans the main stream of the Yangtze River. It is the world's largest hydroelectric power station and...

## Overview Nanjing Salted Duck, also known as Jinling Salted Duck, is a traditional famous dish from Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China. It belongs to the Jinling cuisine and is a renowned local s...

## Overview *Dream of Splendor* is a 2022 Chinese mainland historical romance drama. Directed by the renowned director Yang Yang, it is adapted from the Yuan dynasty playwright Guan Hanqing's zaju op...

## Overview Sichuan Boiled Fish, also known as "Boiled Fish Slices" or "Boiled Live Fish," is a highly representative classic dish in Sichuan cuisine. It is renowned for its unique flavor profile of "...

## Overview The erhu is one of China's most representative traditional bowed string instruments, belonging to the huqin family. Its tone is mellow and soft, plaintive and expressive, capable of convey...

## Overview *Farewell My Concubine* is a Chinese film released in 1993, directed by Chen Kaige and starring Leslie Cheung, Zhang Fengyi, and Gong Li. Adapted from the novel of the same name by Hong K...

## Overview "Alley Families" is a 2024 Chinese mainland family and emotional drama series. Directed by Zhang Kaizhou, the series stars Yan Ni, Jiang Xin, and Fan Chengcheng in leading roles and consi...

## Overview "Nine Layers of Purple" is a 2024 Chinese mainland historical romance drama directed by Zeng Qingjie. The series is adapted from the novel of the same name by renowned web author "Zhi Zhi...

## Overview *The Legend of the White Snake: Moon and Red Chapter* is a Chinese historical fantasy romance drama that premiered in 2024, directed by Du Lin. The series is adapted from the "Moon and Re...

## Overview "Portrait of Nanjing" is a Chinese war drama film released in 2025, directed by the young filmmaker Shen Ao. Set against the historical backdrop of the fall of Nanjing in 1937, the film e...

## Overview "Trident 2" is a Chinese mainland television series broadcast in 2025, directed by Liu Haibo and starring Chen Jianbin, Dong Yong, and Hao Ping. The series is a sequel to the popular 2020...

## Overview Tianjin Goubuli Baozi is a famous traditional snack in China and the first of Tianjin's "Three Unique Delicacies" (the other two being Ear-Hole Fried Cake and Eighteenth Street Fried Dough...

## Overview *The Outcast: Battle of Biyou Village* is a Chinese fantasy action web series released in 2025, directed by Xu Hongyu. The series is adapted from the popular manhua *The Outcast* and serve...

## Overview *To Live* is a 1994 Chinese drama film directed by the renowned filmmaker Zhang Yimou. Adapted from Yu Hua's novel of the same name, the film profoundly depicts the vicissitudes of an ind...

## Overview Yellow Crane Tower, situated atop Snake Hill in Wuchang, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China, overlooks the vast Yangtze River. It is renowned as the "First Tower Under Heaven" and a "Peerle...

## Overview Tengwang Pavilion, located on Yanjiang Road in Donghu District, Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province, China, majestically stands on the east bank of the Gan River. It is renowned as the "First ...

## Overview "Big Businessman" is a Chinese mainland television series that premiered in 2025, consisting of 40 episodes in total. Set against the backdrop of the initial wave of reform and opening-up,...

## Overview Yueyang Tower, situated atop the ancient city wall at the West Gate of Yueyang City in Hunan Province, China, overlooks the vast Dongting Lake and faces the verdant Junshan Mountain in the...

## Overview "Spring Blossom Flame" is a 2024 Chinese mainland television series directed by Cheng Lu, blending romance and action elements. The series tells the story of several young men and women, ...

## Overview *The Willow Boat Chronicle* is a 2024 mainland Chinese historical romance drama. Directed by Liu Guonan, the series stars Zhang Wanyi, Wang Churan, and Liu Lingzi in leading roles and con...

## Overview "Filter" is a Chinese mainland urban romantic comedy that aired in 2025. Directed by renowned director Chen Mingzhang, the series features actors such as Li Landi, Gao Hanyu, and Sun Yizh...

## Overview Bamboo carving, also known as bamboo engraving, is a highly representative craft within traditional Chinese carving arts. Using natural bamboo as the material, it employs various technique...

## Overview *The Curtain of Pearls and Jade* is a 2024 Chinese mainland historical romance drama. Directed by Xie Ze, the series features young actors such as Zhao Lusi, Liu Yuning, and Tang Xiaotian...

## Overview "Leisure with Care" is a Chinese war drama film released in 2025, directed by the renowned director Kong Sheng. The film brings together established and emerging actors such as Xiao Zhan,...

## Overview *Chang'an 30,000 Li* is a 2023 Chinese animated historical film produced by Light Chaser Animation and directed by Xie Junwei. Set against the backdrop of the High Tang era, the film recou...

## Overview The suona is a double-reed aerophone instrument with a long history in China and remarkable expressive power. Its tone is bright, sonorous, and highly penetrating. It is capable of perform...

## Overview "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Significance" is a Chinese mainland television series that aired in 2025, consisting of 24 episodes. The series blends comedy and drama, using a lightheart...

## Overview "Jade Tea Bones" is a Chinese mainland historical romance drama that aired in 2025, co-directed by Zhang Zhiwei and Ma Shige. Set against the backdrop of China's long-standing tea culture,...

## Overview *Nobody: A Life of Significance* is a Chinese comedy-drama film released in 2025. As a work focusing on the lives of ordinary people in contemporary urban settings, the film continues the...

## Overview "Blazing Sun Like Me" is a Chinese mainland urban romance drama that aired in 2025. The series consists of 36 episodes, focusing on the growth, struggles, and choices of contemporary urba...

## Overview "Light Years" is a Chinese mainland urban-themed television series that aired in 2025, consisting of 36 episodes in total. Set against the backdrop of contemporary urban life, the series ...

## Overview *I, Persona: The Battle of Biyou Village* is a Chinese fantasy action web series that premiered in 2025. Directed by Xu Hongyu and starring Peng Yuchang and Wang Yinglu, it is one of the ...

## Overview "Romance of the Moon and Wind" is a Chinese historical romance drama that aired in 2025, consisting of 36 episodes in total. Set in a fictional historical era, the series blends elements o...

Adapted from the novel of the same name by Wang Yu, it tells the legendary story of an ordinary village boy, Han Li, who, by a stroke of luck, enters a sect of immortal cultivators. Despite his medioc...

Adapted from the novel of the same name by Yi Qianzhong, it tells the legendary and inspirational story of He Weifang, the daughter of a merchant family, who rises from the struggles of the inner hous...

Xiao Hei lives a peaceful life with his master, Infinity, in a small town. However, the sudden attack on the Spirit Society Hall shatters the long-standing peace of the monster world. A new mission fr...

Ximen Changhai, having survived a great calamity, returns to the Dingyuan Alliance to continue defending the land against the Japanese pirates. Ximen Chang continues to hold the fort at the Que Dao Se...

A period political drama directed by Zheng Xiaolong, starring Xiao Zhan and Zhang Jingyi. Zang Hai navigates between political schemes and the martial world, using strategy to unravel layers of myster...

2025's Highest-Rated Chinese Film (Douban 8.8), directed by Shen Ao, starring Liu Haoran, Wang Chuanjun, and Gao Ye. Set against the backdrop of the Nanjing Massacre, it portrays the fleeting lives in...

In the industrial town of Hualin in Northeast China during the 1990s, a dismembered body cold case shatters the peaceful life of Wang Xiang, a steel mill worker. In an effort to earn merit and secure ...

"Blossoms" is a 2023 Chinese urban romance drama directed by the renowned filmmaker Wong Kar-wai, starring Hu Ge, Ma Yili, Tang Yan, and Xin Zhilei. Set against the backdrop of 1990s Shanghai, the sto...

"Ode to Joy" is a 2016 urban women's drama produced by Daylight Entertainment, directed by Kong Sheng and Jian Chuanhe, starring Liu Tao, Jiang Xin, Wang Ziwen, Yang Zi, and Qiao Xin. Adapted from A N...

China is the birthplace of silk in the world. Over five thousand years ago, ancient Chinese ancestors invented the techniques of planting mulberry trees, raising silkworms, reeling silk, and weaving s...

Mount Tai is located in Tai'an City, Shandong Province, with an elevation of 1,545 meters. It is the foremost of China's Five Great Mountains and is renowned as the "Number One Mountain under Heaven."...

Chongqing Noodles are the most representative street food in Chongqing, renowned for their spicy and numbing flavor profile. In a narrow sense, they refer to the spicy vegetarian noodles, while broadl...

The Yellow Crane Tower is situated atop Snake Hill in Wuhan. It was first built in the second year of the Huangwu era of the Wu Kingdom during the Three Kingdoms period (223 AD), boasting a history of...

"To Live" is a 1994 drama film directed by Zhang Yimou, starring Ge You and Gong Li, adapted from Yu Hua's novel of the same name. It tells the story of Fugui, a wealthy young man who experiences the ...

Chinese seals have a history of over three thousand years, ranging from bronze seals of the Shang Dynasty to the modern art of seal carving. Seals integrate calligraphy, engraving, and material aesthe...

Suzhou silk, with a history of over four thousand years, stands as a core representative of Chinese silk culture. From the brocades of the Wu Kingdom during the Spring and Autumn period to the Jiangna...

Tang poetry represents the pinnacle of classical Chinese poetry. During the nearly three hundred years of the Tang Dynasty, great poets such as Li Bai, Du Fu, Wang Wei, and Bai Juyi emerged, leaving b...

"Fu Gui" is a 33-episode period drama that aired in 2005, adapted from Yu Hua's novel "To Live." Directed by Zhu Zheng and starring Chen Chuang and Liu Mintao, it follows the life journey of the wealt...

Chinese Chess is a two-player competitive board game with a history of over a thousand years, often referred to alongside Go as one of China's two major board games. The board consists of nine vertica...

Guilin Rice Noodles are a traditional and renowned snack from Guilin, Guangxi, with a long history. They are made from high-quality rice noodles served with a unique brine sauce, pickled beans, pickle...

"Great Youth in Song Dynasty" is a 2019 historical mystery drama directed by Yi Zheng and Wang Fei, written by Wang Juan, and starring Zhang Xincheng and Zhou Yutong. Set during the Qingli era of the ...

Chinese seal carving is a unique engraving art that uses stone as its material, carving knives as tools, and Chinese characters as its representation, with a history of over 3,000 years. It was inscri...

Wuyi Mountain is located in the northern part of Fujian Province. In 1999, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage site, making it the fourth dual heritage site in China. It i...

Mapo Tofu is a classic dish of Sichuan cuisine, created by Chen Liu's wife near Wanfu Bridge in Chengdu during the Tongzhi era of the Qing Dynasty. She was nicknamed "Chen Mapo" due to her pockmarked ...

Chinese calligraphy is a unique art form based on Chinese characters, with a history of over three thousand years. It was inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage ...

Twice-cooked pork is considered the king of Sichuan cuisine, named for its cooking method where pork belly is first boiled and then stir-fried twice in the wok. Stir-fried with garlic sprouts and Pixi...

Kunqu Opera is one of the oldest forms of Chinese opera, renowned as the "ancestor and teacher of all operas." It originated in Kunshan, Jiangsu, during the late Yuan and early Ming dynasties. In 2001...

Mount Huangshan is located in the southern part of Anhui Province and is renowned worldwide for its four wonders: uniquely shaped pines, bizarre rocks, sea of clouds, and hot springs. Its highest peak...

Chinese seal carving is a unique engraving art that uses stone as its material, carving knives as tools, and Chinese characters as its representation, with a history of over 3,000 years. It was inscri...

"Joy of Life Season 2" is a historical political drama that premiered in May 2024. Directed by Sun Hao, it stars Zhang Ruoyun, Li Qin, and Chen Daoming. Continuing from the first season, the story fol...

Mapo Tofu is a classic Sichuan dish created by Chen Mapo in Chengdu during the Tongzhi era of the Qing Dynasty, known for its numbing, spicy, savory, and piping-hot flavors. It features tender tofu pa...

Mount Emei is located in Leshan, Sichuan, with its main peak, the Golden Summit, standing at an elevation of 3,099 meters. It is one of China's Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains and is regarded as the bo...

Chinese silk has a history of over 5,000 years and is one of the significant inventions of Chinese civilization. The legend of Leizu teaching people to raise silkworms marks its mythical origin, while...

Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles is the most representative traditional delicacy in Yunnan, originating from Mengzi City. A layer of oil film on the surface of the piping hot chicken broth helps retai...

Suzhou gardens are the highest representation of Chinese classical garden art, with a history of 2,500 years. The Humble Administrator’s Garden, Lingering Garden, Lion Grove Garden, and Canglang Pavil...

Chinese chopsticks have a history of over 3,000 years and are among the earliest eating utensils in the world. Bamboo and wood are the most common materials, with a traditional shape featuring a round...

Baozi is the most popular traditional Chinese steamed bun, made by wrapping various fillings in fermented dough and steaming them. Legend has it that Zhuge Liang invented baozi as an offering during h...

Mapo Tofu is one of Sichuan's most famous representative dishes, originating in Chengdu during the Tongzhi era of the Qing Dynasty. Created by Chen Mapo, it adheres to the highest standards characteri...

The Chinese knot is a unique hand-woven craft in China, created by weaving a single silk thread into various patterns. With a history spanning thousands of years, it originated from the ancient practi...

The Yangtze River is the largest river in China, the longest river in Asia, and the third-longest river in the world, with a total length of approximately 6,300 kilometers and a drainage area of 1.808...

"Bodyguards and Assassins" is a 2009 action historical film directed by Teddy Chan and produced by Peter Chan, with a Douban rating of 7.7. The film tells the story of various righteous individuals en...

"The Bad Kids" is a 2020 suspense drama produced by iQIYI's "Light On" theater, with a Douban rating of 8.8. It features powerhouse actors such as Qin Hao, Wang Jingchun, and Zhang Songwen delivering ...

Nanjing, historically known as Jinling, is one of China’s four great ancient capitals, having served as the capital for ten dynasties and often referred to as the "Ancient Capital of Six Dynasties." T...

Hot pot is one of China's most representative traditional dishes, with a history that can be traced back thousands of years. From Sichuan's spicy hot pot to Beijing's mutton hot pot, it embodies the e...

General Ling Buyi and the young woman Cheng Shaoshang, who remained in the countryside, meet and come to understand each other amidst the chaos of a turbulent era. Together, they unravel numerous myst...

Freshman Zhu Yun finds her world turned upside down when programming prodigy Li Xun barges into her life. Together, they navigate the ups and downs of university life, experiencing the trials of entre...

Fan Xian leads the diplomatic mission back, encountering threats from the Second Prince. Navigating the precarious space between the imperial court and the jianghu, he gradually uncovers the astonishi...

In the late years of the Qing Dynasty, the secret map of the Wenyuan Pavilion treasure was stolen. Three factions engaged in a struggle to seize the treasure and investigate the case, facing fateful c...

Produced by Noon Sunshine, the story follows the lives of the Zhuang and Lin families in a small alley of a Suzhou cotton mill residential area in the late 1970s, capturing the warmth and growth of or...

Xiao Hei lives a peaceful life with his master in a small town. The local branch of the Spirit Guardian Association is suddenly attacked, and a new mission forces the master and disciple to face the c...

Penglai Water City in Yantai, Shandong, was first built in the sixth year of the Jiayou era of the Northern Song Dynasty. It is one of the four famous ancient towers in China, associated with the lege...

A satirical historical comedy written, directed, and starring Chen Peisi, adapted from the critically acclaimed stage play of the same name with a Douban rating of 9.2. Featuring Huang Bo, Jiang Wu, a...

The second season of the martial arts sitcom starring Zhao Benshan. Ximen Changhai, having narrowly escaped death, returns to Dingyuan Alliance to resist the Japanese pirates, while his brother Ximen ...

"The Legend of Hei 2" is the sequel to the 2019 animated film. Hei lives a peaceful life with his master in a small town, but an attack on the妖精 branch hall shatters years of tranquility. It opened wi...

"Ip Man 2: Legend of the Grandmaster" is a 2010 action film directed by Wilson Yip and starring Donnie Yen, with a Douban rating of 7.4. The film follows Ip Man as he moves with his family to Hong Kon...