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Chinese Studies: Culture, History and More

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The University of Washington's "China: Tradition and Transformation" project provides a wealth of educational materials and resources on Chinese civilization and culture, as noted on their website.

Festivals

Traditional Chinese Festivals:

China.org.cn's website offers a comprehensive guide to Chinese festivals and their cultural significance, as noted on their site.

History

 "From Chaos to Cosmos: A Story of China" is an online exhibit created by the University of Maryland's Department of History that explores the history and culture of China through artifacts, images, and essays.

CHCP's website provides a wealth of information on Chinese American history and culture, as noted on their site, including educational resources, community events, and exhibits.

The New York Historical Society's Chinese American Exclusion/Inclusion website provides a compelling and informative exploration of the history of Chinese Americans in the United States, as noted on their site.

The Ohio State University's Modern Chinese Literature and Culture Resource Center offers a comprehensive collection of resources and tools for the study of Chinese literature and culture, as noted on their website.

 

Tea Culture

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Chinese Teas 101 provides a wealth of knowledge about Chinese tea, as noted on their website, with features such as tea tastings, brewing tips, and product reviews to help tea lovers explore and appreciate this ancient tradition.

Religions and Philosophies

Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism are considered as the “three pillars” of ancient Chinese society. This website offers a comprehensive educational resource on Chinese religions and philosophies, including Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism.

Idioms

Zodiac

China Highlights' website provides an in-depth exploration of the Chinese zodiac with information on how the zodiac is used in Chinese astrology, folklore, and culture. 

Literature

Ximalaya is a Chinese online platform that hosts a variety of audio content, including an audio channel called "Fengyu Talks." This channel offers more than 100 short lessons on both Chinese and Western literature, featuring well-known literary masterpieces, poetry, and stories by various authors. Each "talk," typically lasts about 15 minutes, making it an excellent resource for those interested in exploring Chinese literature and culture.

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