from nobles and officials to commoners of various backgrounds, highlighting the essential role individuals play in shaping cultural heritage. Complemented by artistic installations and paintings, the exhibition invites visitors to traverse history and experience the profound literary allure of Chinese literatur...
The Tao Te Ching (The Way of Virtue) is a fundamental text for both philosophical and religious Taoism, and strongly influenced other schools, such as Legalism, Confucianism, and Chinese Buddhism, which when first introduced into China was largely interpreted through the use of Daoist words and ...
with yellow, green and white being the most predominant colors. The lead glaze of Tang Sancai was toxic, so it was not used in daily utensils, but mostly appeared in the tombs of the nobles in Tang Dynasty.
The phoenix is the most important bird in Chinese legend and represents the feminine power of the empress. The graceful crane is the second most important bird in Chinese legend, which is a symbol of long life. Ducks are also important symbols and represent happiness and marital faithfulness. O...
"Nobles used cosmetics as a way to lead fashion trends and to express their cultural identity," Sun said. "They also confirm the pursuit of a refined life and beauty among ancient Chinese men. Although we have no idea on what occasions the Liujiawa nobleman might have used the face cream...
Royalty, nobles, and literati all liked to wear gorgeous long-sleeved dance costumes to various banquets and celebrations. These performances were often full of passion and vitality, showcasing the charm of ancient Chinese culture. Today, although long-sleeved dance costumes are no longer common clo...
Despite Iran’s longstanding reputation for sustainable water management, the country currently faces mounting water-related challenges caused by population growth, industrial development, urban sprawl, lifestyle changes, climate change, territorial conflicts, poor management, and insufficient public participatio...
clothing culture characterized by sewing found in the remains of cave people on the top of the mountain. At this time, clothing was no longer simply using natural materials, but evolved into a structure that met the needs of human life, creating a precedent for the Chinese national clothing ...
Deadly Chemical vapors in Chinese Emperor Qin's pyramid-mound which was allegedly thought to be a "Safe" storage receptacle for the deadly Atomic liquid Mercury; where, in reality it stood only to become an unsuspected deadly "curse" on any intruders into its hidden tunnels and secret burial...
is the hutongs that leave the strongest impression(印象), as they offer travelers an unusual view into Beijing's past. Hutongs connect courtyards of traditional houses and are a feature of ancient Chinese building. Beijing's hutongs are especially famous, however, as there a...