China is full of unique cultural surprises, perhaps the most surprising of which is its marriage market. Even in other parts of the world, people often advertise themselves and look…
Chinese Pottery, the Oldest Artwork of Human Beings
Pottery is probably man's oldest work of art. As early as the neolithic age (more than 8,000 years ago), people began mixing clay with water and baking it until it…
Chinese Kites, A Phoenix-shaped Kite
In ancient China, kites were called "paper kites". Originally regarded as a technique, it also occupies an important place in many art collections and is considered to have unique artistic…
The Double Ninth Festival，Chinese pinyin: Chong Yang Festival
The Double Ninth Festival is celebrated on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month. According to the I Ching, most things can be cataloged in either yin or yang…
Political Advisory Body Urges Inclusion of Tai Chi on World Heritage List
The Chinese Peasants and Workers Democratic Party (CPWDP) will propose the inclusion of tai chion the UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage List at the upcoming annual Two Sessions, in an…
Nanyin Music，One of the Oldest Existing Music Genres in China
Nanyin is one of the oldest extant musical genres in China, having existed for more than 1,000 years. It is also known as "orchestral music" or "quanzhou nanyin music" (quanzhou…
Legend of Chinese Valentine’s Day, Traditional Love Story
Look up at the sky today and you will find romance in the deep blue. According to the celestial phenomena, the ancient Chinese people created this love story, and the…
Chinese Shadow Puppetry, Shadows of Leather
Shadow puppetry, or Shadow Play, was very popular during the Tang and Song dynasties in many parts of China. Shadow puppets were first made of paper sculpture, later from the…
Chinese Folk Toys, An Indispensable Part of Traditional Folk Art
As an indispensable part of traditional folk art, toys are a unique expression of the long and uninterrupted Chinese history. Religious beliefs, world view, taste, classical works and local customs,…
88-year-old Wood Engraver Carves Name in History Books
Chen Yiwen, who celebrates his 88th birthday on Monday, is the only living artist in hubei province with a high level of artistic achievement in wooded New Year paintings. Chen…