China - Culture
Mysterious Chinese Characters (13): Hai
Nov 24, 2008, 7:00 pmThe character Hai is an expression of religious concepts from Taoism, supposed to guide the correct life for man.
A Nobleman Has the Same Characteristics as Jade
Nov 17, 2008, 5:00 pmJade’s characteristics, soft, yet solid, and tenacious, were associated with upright characteristics.
In Ancient China, Tying Knots Was an Art Form
Nov 10, 2008, 6:00 amBeautiful and elaborate, intricate while following simple rules, knots are part of China's 5,000 year history, and prehistoric records attest to their use in recording all manner of important events.
Hua Tuo, A Miraculous Healer in Ancient China
Nov 9, 2008, 4:00 amHua Tuo was a legendary physician in the 2nd century.
Traditional Chinese Culture: Borrowing Arrows
Nov 2, 2008, 10:00 pmZhuge Liang was considered an ingenious general in the context of ancient Chinese history. Here he is faced with a deadline to make 100,000 arrows in three days.
Forbidden City: The Theory of the Five Elements in the Ming and Qing
Oct 31, 2008, 11:00 pmThe Ancient Chinese theory of Five Elements was used for color selections in the Forbidden City during the Ming and Qing Dynasties
Traditional Culture: Allowing for Different Opinions
Oct 29, 2008, 4:00 amIn ancient Chinese history, many rulers would try to rule with virtue because they thought that peacefully winning over the hearts of the populace was the way of prosperity.
Luoyang: Ancient China's Cradle of Civilization
Oct 28, 2008, 7:00 amIn ancient China, the city of Luoyang was regarded as the cradle of civilisation.
Two Thousand Year Old Tunnel Found in Shaanxi Province, China
Oct 25, 2008, 7:00 amDuring reconstruction of the Han Dynasty’s Xian Gate in Changan City, Shaanxi Province, the entrance to a 4-meter deep tunnel was found.
The Tang Dynasty, a Prosperous Time for Ancient China
Oct 24, 2008, 10:00 amThe famous Tang dynasty owes its majesty in large part to its renowned emperor, Taizong.
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