The Rhythm of Heqing: Capturing the Bai Community's New Year Celebrations
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Analog Alchemy: Captivating Portraits of Heqing’s Chinese New Year

Bai Culture in Focus: The Visual Symphony of Heqing In 2011, during the vibrant and bustling Chinese New Year celebrations, Italian photographer Dominique Musorrafiti embarked on … Read more

Decoding the Absurd with Woshibai's '20 KM_H
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Decoding the Absurd with Woshibai’s ’20 KM/H’

Life, Absurdity and Everything In-Between: The Narrative Spectrum of ’20 KM/H’ “20 KM/H”, crafted by the Shanghai-based illustrator and cartoonist Woshibai, serves as a fascinating … Read more

AI China Assistant
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Introducing AI China Assistant: Your Companion for Chinese Culture and Language Exploration

In our increasingly interconnected world, understanding different cultures, languages, and histories is more important than ever. With China’s rich history and profound influence, gaining insights … Read more

Mount Hua, China's Sacred Taoist Mountain
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Mount Hua: China’s Sacred Taoist Mountain

The Spiritual Significance of Mount Hua’s Temples and Shrines. Nestled in the heart of China’s Shaanxi Province, Mount Hua (Hua Shan, 华山) is one of … Read more

Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning
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China Reaffirms Sovereignty Respect for Ex-Soviet States Amid EU Criticism

China’s foreign ministry reaffirms respect for the sovereignty of former Soviet states after EU criticism. China’s foreign ministry declared on Monday that it respects the … Read more

The Shizhoupian The First Chinese Dictionary
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The Shizhoupian: The First Chinese Dictionary

Shizhoupian’s Impact on Chinese Linguistics and Lexicography. The Shizhoupian (史籀篇) is a significant ancient Chinese lexicographical work believed to have been compiled during the Spring … Read more

Youthful Dancesteps
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The Evolution of Chinese Culture in the 1980s: Youthful Dancesteps

A Look at the Shifting Attitudes Towards Western Pop Culture in China During Economic Reforms In 1986, a poster declaring “Youthful Dancesteps”, 青春舞步, was displayed … Read more