Art & Aesthetics
424 articlesRice Noodles
Rice noodles are a staple food in Southern China made from rice through a process of soaking, steaming, and extrusion.
Huang Zongxi
Chinese philosopher, historian, and political thinker of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties.
Tang Dynasty Clothing
Traditional Chinese clothing from the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) known for its distinctive styles, cultural significance, and influence on East Asian fashion.
The Great Learning
A classic Confucian text that forms part of the Four Books and has profoundly influenced Chinese education and philosophy.
The School of the Military (Bing Jia)
The School of the Military refers to ancient Chinese military strategists and their philosophical approach to warfare.
Cantonese Embroidery
Cantonese Embroidery, one of China's Four Great Embroideries, is a traditional textile art form with over a thousand years of history.
Zhongyuan Festival
The Zhongyuan Festival, also known as the Ghost Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday honoring ancestors and helping wandering spirits.
Biluochun Tea
Biluochun is a famous Chinese green tea known for its spiral shape, fruity aroma, and delicate flavor.
Xiaolongbao
Xiaolongbao, or small steamed buns, are a traditional Chinese delicacy known for their thin skin and flavorful soup filling.
Xiao Nian: The Chinese Little New Year
Xiao Nian, or Little New Year, is a traditional Chinese festival marking the beginning of preparations for the Lunar New Year.
Winter Solstice
Winter Solstice, the 22nd of China's 24 solar terms, marks the shortest day and longest night in the Northern Hemisphere.
Chinese New Year's Eve
Chinese New Year's Eve, known as Chuxi, is a traditional Chinese festival marking the end of the lunar year.
The Doctrine of the Mean
A classic Confucian text exploring the concept of equilibrium and moderation in human conduct and governance.
Longquan Celadon
Longquan celadon is a renowned type of Chinese celadon pottery originating from Longquan, Zhejiang province, celebrated for its jade-like appearance and distinctive craftsmanship.
Chinese Counting Rods (Suan Chou)
An ancient Chinese calculation method using counting rods for mathematical operations and computations.
Chinese Gardens
Chinese gardens represent a distinctive tradition of landscape architecture that has evolved over millennia.
Zhangjiajie City
Zhangjiajie is a prefecture-level city in Hunan Province, China, renowned for its unique quartz sandstone peak forest landscapes and as home to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park.
Tibetan Language
Tibetan is a language spoken by approximately 8 million people, belonging to the Tibeto-Burman branch of the Sino-Tibetan language family.
Chu Ci
Chu Ci is the earliest anthology of romantic poetry in Chinese literature, compiled by Liu Xiang during the Western Han Dynasty.
Dream of the Red Chamber
A classic Chinese novel exploring love, family, and social decline during the Qing Dynasty.