Here, Tung Wu, Head of the Department of Art of Asia ... "Tales from the Land of Dragons." In ancient China, the Emperor's face used to be called the dragon face. The emperor's throne was referred ...
Dragon fruit is a wonderful exotic treat grown from a tropical cactus. It has hot pink and green –- or neon yellow -– spiky scales that resemble the drawings of mythical dragons from ancient Chinese ...
A popular Chinese tradition, dragon boat racing commemorates the death of ancient poet Chu Yuan ... the simple rowing techniques which include “draw”, “stroke” and “exit”.
It is said he taught people silkworm breeding, vessel and vehicle making, characters, temperament, healing art ... exploits of this ancient hero and founder of the Chinese nation.
For over a millennium, Chinese ... art medical practices. Yet traditional medicine remains a vibrant part of the state health care system. Most Chinese hospitals have a ward devoted to ancient ...
These are the must-read fantasy books of October, featuring everything from dragons and Chinese legends to cozy spells and ...
Young enthusiasts are seeking to revive and modernize traditional Chinese art forms, blending innovation with heritage to ...
Don’t forget to practice using chopsticks, it’s an art ... (Dragon Well) or Pu-erh tea and prepare an intimate space where ...
The “Icky” lantern, inspired by Nevada’s iconic prehistoric ichthyosaur, has been installed outside the Museum, offering a ...
1600–256 BCE) Two practices that extend from these ancient dynasties ... Divination, the art of using omens or magic powers to discern movements in the supernatural world, has long been an important ...
Museums are echoes of history that transcend time — and space. They preserve invaluable historical, educational treasures, ...