A Chinese official during the Ming Dynasty had to make a wise decision regarding a goose. One day, …
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Known as “the best bell in the world,” the Yongle Big Bell was cast during the Ming Dynasty’s …
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The color yellow in Chinese culture is very significant. It is believed that all Chinese people are the …
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Chinese Hairstyles Through the Ages: From Classical to Exquisite
by Emma LubyEmma LuThe Ancient Chinese had a very specific image of “classic beauty.” Chinese traditional beauty was often defined as …
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Wang Yangming was one of the most famous scholars during the Ming Dynasty. He suffered through unimaginable trials …
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Chinese feng shui is very popular nowadays. So what is feng shui? At its core is a system …
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Beautiful and elaborate, intricate while following simple rules, knot tying is part of China’s 5,000-year history, and prehistoric …
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According to legend, the patriarch of Chinese civilization was the Yellow Emperor. The birthplace of Chinese civilization was …
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The Power of Kindness: Kong Yong Quells a Rebellion Without a Fight
by Helen LondonTraditional Chinese culture has always followed the values of kindness when dealing with people and situations, emphasizing the …
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This is the story of a monk’s reincarnation. Kunqu Opera is one of the oldest forms of Chinese …