Literature
574 articlesThe Art of War
Ancient Chinese military treatise by Sun Tzu, one of the most influential strategy texts in world history.
Qixi Festival
The Qixi Festival, also known as the Double Seventh Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday with origins dating back over 3,000 years.
Emperor Wu of Han
Emperor Wu of Han, personal name Liu Che, was the seventh emperor of the Han dynasty, ruling from 141 to 87 BCE and known for expanding China's territory and establishing Confucianism as state ideolog
Lijiang Old Town
A UNESCO World Heritage site with over 800 years of history, showcasing unique Naxi architecture and culture in Yunnan Province, China.
Han Fei
Han Fei was a Chinese philosopher who developed the syncretic Legalist philosophy during the Warring States period.
Dizi (Chinese Flute)
The dizi is a traditional Chinese bamboo flute with a rich history spanning over 7,000 years.
Du Fu
Du Fu was a renowned Chinese poet of the Tang Dynasty, often called the 'Poet-Historian' for his realistic depictions of social conditions.
Dream of the Red Chamber
A classic Chinese novel exploring love, family, and social decline during the Qing Dynasty.
Eighteen Songs of the Flute of Hu
A famous classical Chinese musical piece attributed to Cai Wenji, expressing profound sorrow during war and exile.
Four Great Inventions of Ancient China
The Four Great Inventions—papermaking, printing, compass, and gunpowder—profoundly influenced global civilization.
Xu Guangqi
Xu Guangqi (1562-1633) was a Chinese scholar, astronomer, mathematician, and agricultural scientist during the Ming Dynasty.
Zheng He's Voyages
A series of seven diplomatic and trade expeditions led by Chinese admiral Zheng He to the Western Oceans during the Ming Dynasty.
Records of the Historian
The Records of the Historian is a pioneering Chinese historical text written by Sima Qian during the Han Dynasty.
Peking Opera
Peking Opera is a major form of traditional Chinese theater that combines music, vocal performance, mime, dance, and acrobatics.
Tao Inkstone
Tao inkstone is one of the Four Great Inkstones of China, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and historical significance.
The Old Drunkard's Pavilion
A classic Chinese essay by Ouyang Xiu celebrating the joy of nature and governance.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms
A classic Chinese historical novel depicting the political and military struggles during the Three Kingdoms period.
Cantonese
Cantonese is a major variety of Chinese spoken in Guangdong, Guangxi, Hong Kong, and Macau, with significant overseas communities.
Moon Cake
Moon Cake is a traditional Chinese pastry enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, symbolizing family reunion.
Baopuzi (The Master Who Embraces Simplicity)
A seminal Daoist text by Ge Hong of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, establishing the theoretical framework of Daoist immortality.