Chinese Culture
Sinologists and Writers Fall in Love with Nanjing: Yue Opera Version of Dream of the Red Chamber Makes Me Like Nanjing Even More
"After watching this performance, I like Nanjing even more." "If this play goes to Russia, I can help translate the subtitles into Russian." ... On the evening of July 21st, some sinologists and writers attending the 7th International Symposium on Literary Translation by Sinologists in Nanjing watched excerpts from Dream of the Red Chamber performed by the Nanjing Yue Opera Troupe.
Beijing Opera, a Cultural Treasure
Beijing Opera, also known as Peking Opera, is a preeminent style of Chinese opera that incorporates mime, martial arts, dance, and acrobatics besides instrumental music and vocal artistry. It originated in Beijing during the mid-Qing Dynasty (1644–1911) and reached its full maturity and recognition by the mid-19th century. It has always been cherished as one of China's cultural gems.
Start of Autumn
At the Start of Autumn, the crisp breeze in sunlit sighs breathes summer's last lullaby. Sunflower seeds ripen to exhale their golden prose, while autumn hums its tender themes through time's own stream.
Do you know what the most iconic traditional clothing in ancient China was?
Do you know what the most iconic traditional clothing in ancient China was?
The Art of Chinese Painting
As one of the world's oldest and most enduring artistic expressions is Chinese painting, orGuohua, which translates to "national painting" or "native painting" in Chinese, andrepresents traditional Chinese painting as opposed to Western art forms.
On Beginning of Summer, stay refreshed in harmony with nature
Today marks the Beginning of Summer,
When yang energy surges and plants thrive.
Let’s welcome the coming heat
with calm composure.
Simple tips during Grain rain to help you stay healthy
The drizzle has just paused. Here comes the last solar term of spring, Hold off on the heat and humidity, please. For I haven't yet had my fill of the lingering charm of spring blossoms in Hangzhou.
Everything You Need to Know About Qingming
Qingming Festival—also known as ‘Tomb-Sweeping Day’ or ‘Pure Brightness Festival’—is a traditional Chinese festival that falls in early April every year, on the first day of the fifth solar term of the traditional Chinese lunisolar calendar. This year, it falls on April 4.
Best places to experience intangible cultural heritage in GD
Recently, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism revealed the sixth batch of national intangible cultural heritage inheritors, with 58 selected from Guangdong. The province boasts a rich tapestry of traditions, from dance and craftsmanship to traditional medicine. Here are some of Guangdong's cultural treasures, with top spots to experience them up close.
Spring Equinox: Behold Craftsmanship of Ancient Kites
On March 20, we usher in Spring Equinox, one of the 24 solar terms. On this day, day and night are nearly equal in length, with the vibe of spring becoming more evident and the weather getting warmer, making it a great time to fly kites.
Timeless beauty at Tianhou Palace
The Main Hall is complemented by the Mazu statue and her five incarnations, exuding solemnity and peace.
Discover Charming Traditional Oriental Culture During Rain Water
February 18 is Rain Water, the second of the 24 solar terms. During this period, the temperature rises and rainfall increases, bringing the earth to life with the nourishment of spring rain.
Stunning Images Capture China's Colorful CNY Traditions
Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, is celebrated by a quarter of the world’s population. Roughly two billion people ring in the Lunar New Year in some way or another.
Beginning of Spring: 'A Year's Plan Starts with Spring'
There is a saying that goes, "A year's plan starts with spring". On February 3, the solar term "Beginning of Spring" arrives as scheduled. This day is marked by various unique customs such as "Yingchun" (welcoming spring), "Yaochun" (biting spring) and pasting paintings and calligraphic works corresponding to the season.
Chinese New Year vibes | Welcoming God of Wealth
The fifth day of the Chinese calendar is believed to be the birthday of the God of Wealth. People celebrate this date with traditions such as setting off firecrackers and preparing offerings of meat, pastries and candles to invite prosperity for the New Year.
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