Kites were invented around the 5th century BCE during the Warring States period. They were made of wood and silk, and had military (军事的)
Over time, kites gained popularity as recreational toys. They were flown during festive occasions and celebrations, symbolizing good luck and driving away bad luck.
As kite-making developed, there were significant technical advancements. Experiments with different materials and designs
Kite makers also added tails and explored
Shuttlecock (毽子) kicking is a traditional popular folk game,
To make a feather shuttlecock, a piece of cloth wrapped around a coin
There
Playing with shuttlecocks is
Since the establishment of the Chinese Shuttlecock Kicking Association in 1987, the national shuttlecock kicking tournament has been held annually, appealing
The Water-Splashing Festival, also
Jinghong, the capital of Dai Autonomous Prefecture, usually
For Dai people, water is
The erhu, a famous Chinese musical instrument, has a history
The erhu has a slim wooden body whose strings are
The erhu can convey
Over the years, the erhu has gained
Whether
It is well-known that the Great Wall is a symbol of China and enjoys great popularity. In c. 220 B. C., under Qin Shi Huang, sections of earlier fortifications (防御工事) were joined together
The Great Wall was
The Great Wall reflects conflicts and exchanges between
Layue falls on the
The eighth day of Layue marks the Laba Festival, whose custom on this day is to enjoy Laba porridge. It is a delightful
The Kitchen God Festival is a widespread custom
Layue
Every year, from the 15th to the 18th day of the lunar month of March, the girls in the Miaozhai Village, situated by the Dou Shui River
During these days, following the age-old customs of the Heinan Miao people, they have a special meal known as the “Sister Rice”. It
Legend has it that the festival originated from the following story: A long time ago, many girls lived by the Dou Shui River. Due to its remote location, it was difficult for them
Since then, the village
The Year of the Dragon comes with inspiration for creativity and the power to bring big ideas
Designer Wang Zijian’s Dragon Out of Water, a creative tea infuser (泡茶器),shines on the wall at the exhibition of the winning works of the 2024 Global Zodiac Design Competition at the Beijing Overseas Cultural Exchange Center.
The item belongs to China Chic, or guochao, also
As a young designer, Wang hopes
Chinese people have a strong need for cultural consumption, and the need pushes people who work in the field of cultural relics and museum to explore
In recent years, TV shows, performances and cultural products
Festivals hold a special place in our hearts and they
Firstly, festivals provide an opportunity for people to come together and strengthen social bonds. Whether they are family gatherings during Thanksgiving
Secondly, festivals offer a break from the routine of daily life, allowing us to relax. They provide an escape
Additionally, festivals serve as a platform for
Furthermore, festivals often carry symbolic meanings. For example, the rebirth symbolized by festivals like Easter
In conclusion, festivals play a vital role in our lives. So, let’s continue to cherish and celebrate these special