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Changsha Binjiang Park Celebrates 10th Anniversary with May Day Extravaganza
As the May Day holiday of 2025 coincides with the 10th anniversary of Changsha Binjiang Cultural Park—renowned as the city’s “cultural living room”—a grand series of events titled “A Decade of Glory, May Day Joy” will unfold from May 1 to 4. Blending tradition with modernity, the celebration promises opera performances, intangible cultural heritage (ICH)
2025 Hanzhong’s Hanfu Week Opening
Hanzhong, Shaanxi – On May 1, 2025, the Xinghan Shengjing Hanfu Cultural Week officially commenced at the historic Xinghan Shengjing complex in Hanzhong. With the theme “Chinese Heart, Han Dynasty Spirit,” over 500 Hanfu enthusiasts participated in a grand procession and ancestral tribute rituals, immersing visitors in a vibrant cultural feast while driving a surge
The Meaning Behind Nezha and Ao Bing’s Forehead Designs
In the animated film Nezha: The Devil’s Birth, both Nezha and Ao Bing sport distinctive forehead designs. Many of us might recall having a similar dot on our foreheads during childhood. But what’s the story behind this shared symbol? The forehead decoration is known as Huadian (花钿), and it’s not unique to this film. Historical
Liu Shishi’s Tang-style Vest Sparks Fashion Trend
In the historical drama Palm Heart, Liu Shishi donned a Tang-style shirt paired with an outer vest, sparking discussions among netizens: Isn’t this just a vest? And it can be worn outside? This outer garment, known as Beizi (背子), was a popular style in early Tang Dynasty. It came in various designs, including the Tanling
The Art of Ancient Chinese Yunbin Hairstyles
In modern times, people often think of bangs as the only way to decorate the forehead. However, in ancient China, there were various methods such as sticking Huadian (花钿), wearing forehead scarves, headbands, or applying forehead decorations. Today, let’s talk about Yunbin (云鬓), a hairstyle made directly from one’s own hair to cover the hairline.
The Truth About Wedding Attire Colors in Ancient China
Did ancient Chinese brides really wear red for marrying down and green for marrying up? The short answer is no. This widespread myth, often perpetuated by historical dramas, has little basis in actual Song Dynasty customs or broader ancient Chinese traditions. Let’s debunk these misconceptions and explore what people truly wore for weddings in imperial
The Makeup and Costumes in Five Blessings
Fans have pointed out that it’s hard to distinguish characters in the drama ‘Five Blessings’ due to the overly similar makeup and costumes. Despite the actors’ good looks, the lack of individuality in their styling makes them blend together, leading to visual fatigue. The issue isn’t just limited to facial features; even from a distance,
The Only Authentic Look in Princess Agents 2
Recently, the lead actress’s look in Princess Agents 2 was revealed, featuring Huang Yangdiantian wearing a double-loop hairstyle known as Shuang Huan Wang Xian Ji, adorned with golden Buyao (步摇) hairpins. Netizens commented that this might be the only look in the series that closely resembles the historical setting of the story. Although Princess Agents
