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574 articlesMing Dynasty
The Ming Dynasty ruled China from 1368 to 1644, following the Yuan Dynasty and preceding the Qing Dynasty.
Temüjin
Temüjin, posthumously known as Genghis Khan, was the founder of the Mongol Empire and one of history's most significant military leaders.
Tai Chi Chuan
A traditional Chinese martial art practiced for both defense and health benefits, combining martial arts techniques with Qigong.
Hanyu Pinyin
The official romanization system for Standard Chinese, using Latin alphabet to transcribe Mandarin pronunciation.
Confucius
Confucius was an influential Chinese philosopher and teacher whose ideas have shaped East Asian civilization for centuries.
Muyu Song
Traditional narrative singing art from Dongguan, Guangdong, with over 400 years of history.
Dazu Rock Carvings
A series of Chinese religious sculptures dating from the 7th to 13th centuries, renowned for their artistic and cultural significance.
Suzhou Pingtan
A traditional Chinese narrative and musical art form from Suzhou, recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Tang Dynasty
The Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) was a golden age in Chinese history marked by political stability, economic prosperity, and cultural flourishing.
Huangmei Opera
Huangmei Opera is a major form of Chinese traditional opera originating from Hubei Province and flourishing in Anhui Province, recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of China.
Acrobatics
Acrobatics is a performance art involving physical skills, balance, and agility with over 2,000 years of history in China.
Book of Later Han
A comprehensive historical account of the Eastern Han dynasty, covering 195 years of Chinese history.
Kitchen God
The Kitchen God is a deity in Chinese folk religion who oversees household affairs and reports to the Jade Emperor.
Xiang Embroidery
Xiang Embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery style from Hunan Province, renowned for its vivid imagery and distinctive techniques.
Shuowen Jiezi
An ancient Chinese dictionary compiled by Xu Shen during the Eastern Han Dynasty, systematically analyzing the structure and meaning of Chinese characters.
Skipping Rope
Skipping rope is a popular physical activity with ancient origins that has evolved into a competitive sport with numerous variations and health benefits.
Thread-bound Books
Traditional Chinese bookbinding technique using thread to sew loose pages together, originating in the Ming Dynasty.
Zhejiang Cuisine
One of China's Eight Great Culinary Traditions, known for its delicate flavors, fresh ingredients, and refined preparation techniques.
Spring Festival Couplets
Traditional Chinese decorative writings displayed during Lunar New Year, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity.
Xia Dynasty
The Xia Dynasty is traditionally considered China's first dynasty, marking the transition from prehistoric to ancient Chinese civilization.