Explore Chinese history & culture through stunning hanfu photos, ancient traditions, dynasties & heritage. Learn the stories behind the attire.
Samfu means shirt and trousers, also called samku in mandarin, is based on traditional female costumes worn in ancient China. Some of the most popular samfu styles are from the Song, Ming, and Qing eras. Those who have studied China traditional clothing say it is a turning point in history and reflects the change of […]
Today (September 10) is China’s teacher’s day. Teacher’s day has a very long history in China. Let’s get to know it. History of China’s Teacher’s Day In ancient times, Teachers’ Day had a great deal to do with Confucius. During the Han and Jin dynasties, on the birthday of Confucius (August 27th in the lunar […]
The Chinese Zodiac, or sheng xiao, has twelve symbols, and the order includes Rat, Buffalo, Tiger, Hare, Dragon (Loong), Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. Each sign is associated with certain animals, and it corresponds to a certain year in China. For example, A.D. 2020 is the year of the Rat! Why these […]
1. Zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting In ancient China, playing the zither (古琴, Guqin), the game of go (围棋, Weiqi), calligraphy, and painting (Chinese painting) were skills that literati (including some famous ladies) had to master to cultivate their health and sexuality, collectively called zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting. The Guqin is one of the […]
The Rebel Princess (上阳赋, Shang Yang Fu) is a recent Chinese fictional costume drama that receives more attention, based on the background of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, starring Zhang Ziyi and Zhou YiWei. Although the costumes and props in “The Rebel Princess” are exquisite, but they are not fully restored according to history, so we […]
On March 20, “Palace of Devotion” directed by Li Shaohong began to air. Compared to the eagerly developing plot, what attracted more attention from netizens was surprisingly the typical Chinese clothing in the drama: the Song Dynasty Hanfu. Video about Palace of Devotion: Song Dynasty was an era of high economic and cultural prosperity […]
The Shang Dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC) is the first Chinese dynasty for which we have written sources, and historically, it represents the transition from stone culture to bronze culture. From a social and political point of view, Shang society was structured around a group of clans centralized around a king and based its military superiority […]
In terms of the cultural and economic development of Chinese feudal society, the Tang Dynasty was undoubtedly an apogee in the development of human civilization. The Tang government not only opened its country to the outside world, allowing foreigners to enter for business or study, but even allowed them to participate in the selection examinations […]
During the Ming dynasty, the categories and styles of gold and silver ornaments had greater innovation and development based on the Song and Yuan dynasties, showing different visual aesthetic experiences and artistic styles. Among the various types of gold and silver in the Ming dynasty ornaments, “San Sher (三事儿, sān shèr, three things)” is a […]
Cheongsams or Modern Qipao are a kind of figure-flattering Chinese dress perfect for showcasing a lady’s features gracefully. It is no wonder they’re becoming ever more prevalent to wear, particularly for special occasions like your wedding. But the modern qipao can be worn anytime for any event. Although there are nearly too many choices when […]
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