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The Chinese Qipao, or often called Cheongsam in the West, ls one of the most important fashion items and symbols of modern China. However, the origin and history of Qipao are shrouded…
Carpet making is rather a new Chinese art compared to others. It began in the 17th century with the support of the Chinese Emperor K’ang-hi.
However, it is the rugs from the 1930s…
The traditional paper umbrella is one of China’s original inventions, believed to have existed in China since the early 1st century CE. The paper umbrella has since spread across…
The traditional Chinese lantern is probably one of the most renowned symbols of Chinese culture all around the world. Many Chinese restaurants or Chinese-themed buildings featured the…
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