Tibetan opera (Lhama, or Ache Lhamo) is a folk opera of the Tibetan people. With its fascinating charm, it proves that Tibetan culture is extensive and profound, and also confuses outsiders. It is a shining gem that grows on the pitiless Tibetan plateau and is a cultural symbol of the Tibetan people. Read More
The Craftsmanship of Nanjing Yunjin Brocade
Nanjing yunjin production technology is mainly distributed in Qinhuai, Jianye, Baixia, Xuanwu, Qixia five areas. Read More
Sericulture and Silk Craftsmanship of China, Originated in China
Historical records show that the art of silk weaving originated in China, where technology remains a closely guarded secret Read More
Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture is two different treatments for many diseases. Unlike acupuncture, which treats diseases by sticking different kinds of needles into points in the body, moxibustion USES the heat generated by burning wood chips to certain points in the body. Read More
The Mongolian Traditional Art of Singing: Khoomei in China
As you stroll along Inner Mongolia, a loud, penetrating, moving voice is likely to stir up your curiosity and spark your reverie. Read More
Regong Art, the Jewel in the Crown of the Tibet Culture
Despite its remote location, harsh environment, unfriendly climate and unromantic lifestyle, Tibet is characterized by its colorful, charming scenery and splendid culture. Read More
Kam Grand Choirs, UNESCO Heritage in Guizhou Province
With history dating back to the Warring States Period (475BC-221BC), the over 2500-year-old Kam Grand Choirs(Gal Laox or Grand Song) is a multipart polyphonic choir singing unique to the Dong nationality who mainly dwells in southwest China. Read More
Flower Ballads, the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
“Hua’er” is one kind of ballads spread far and wide between Qinghai, Gansu and Ningxia provinces (districts), where Hua’er festivals will be annually held the sixth and seventh month of the lunar calendar, attracting the fans all over the world. Read More
Fever for Szechuan Sauce Makes Pixian Bean Sauce Hot
As szechuan sauce has taken off in the us, its ingredient, Pixian douban, has also become an Internet sensation. Some say the spicy szechuan sauce that’s making a splash at McDonald’s in the U.S. is Pixian bean paste with sugar. Read More
Art of Chinese Seal Engraving, An Traditional Chinese Fine Arts
The seal was originally intended as an authoritative symbol, but in China, seal carving has developed into an interesting, elite expression of traditional Chinese art. Seals can be carved for practical purposes, as works of art, or both. Read More
