Literature
256 articlesConfucius
Confucius was an influential Chinese philosopher and teacher whose ideas have shaped East Asian civilization for centuries.
Shadow Puppetry
Shadow puppetry is an ancient Chinese art form using translucent leather figures to create animated stories on a screen.
Door Gods
Chinese deities believed to protect homes and ward off evil spirits, traditionally placed on doors during Chinese New Year.
Hubi (Huzhou Brush)
Hubi, also known as Huzhou brush, is a renowned traditional Chinese writing brush from Huzhou, Zhejiang province, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a comprehensive medical system with a history spanning thousands of years, based on ancient philosophical concepts and clinical experience.
Logicians School
The Logicians School was a philosophical tradition in ancient China focused on logic, language, and epistemology.
Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar month, marking the end of Chinese New Year celebrations.
Su Shi
Su Shi was a prominent writer, poet, calligrapher, and statesman of the Song Dynasty, renowned for his literary achievements and political career.
Laba Festival
The Laba Festival is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month with cultural significance and various customs.
Chinese Paper Cutting
Chinese paper cutting is a traditional folk art form with over 1,500 years of history, recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Mid-Autumn Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the harvest moon and family reunion.
Han Fei
Han Fei was a Chinese philosopher who developed the syncretic Legalist philosophy during the Warring States period.
Uyghur Language
The Uyghur language is a Turkic language spoken primarily by the Uyghur people in Xinjiang, China.
Wood Carving
Wood carving is a traditional Chinese sculptural art form with a history spanning over 7,000 years.
Double Ninth Festival
The Double Ninth Festival is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month, featuring activities like登高 (climbing heights), chrysanthemum appreciation, and honorin
Yue Fei
Yue Fei was a renowned military general who lived during the Southern Song dynasty and is celebrated as a national hero in Chinese history.
Dream of the Red Chamber
A classic Chinese novel exploring love, family, and social decline during the Qing Dynasty.
Water Margin
A classic Chinese novel that tells the story of 108 outlaws who gather on Mount Liang and eventually submit to imperial authority.
Simplified Chinese Characters
The evolution and implementation of simplified Chinese characters across East Asia.
Silk
Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms, historically significant in Chinese culture and global trade.