China's martial arts originated 4,000 years ago. At first, martial arts were intended for training future soldiers of the Chinese army. Martial arts included various fighting techniques, philosophy, meditation, and medicine. People devoted all their lives to these activities, achieving high control over their body and mind

The publication introduces the reader to the history of the origin of Chinese painting and many other cultural elements, such as Chinese characters, Peking Opera, Taiji, Chinese festivals, calligraphy. Materials on Chinese culture, achievements, enrichment of the spiritual world and cultural traditions of the Chinese people

The publication introduces the reader to the history of the origin of Chinese painting and many other cultural elements, such as Chinese characters, Peking Opera, Taiji, Chinese festivals, calligraphy. Materials on Chinese culture, achievements, enrichment of the spiritual world and cultural traditions of the Chinese people

For the Chinese people, color orientation is very important. The Chinese color system is widely used in architecture, art, clothing, wood carving. The publication contains materials on traditional color Chinese culture and the perception of traditional Chinese colors

Traditional Chinese architecture has many forms, including palaces, ceremonial altars, gardens, mausoleums and places of worship in which folk houses play an important role. From the point of view of the region and nationality, this book appreciates various styles of dwellings. With specific examples, folk customs and folk house culture are interpreted to help readers better understand Chinese culture

This book was created to study Chinese nationality from a Western perspective

This book illustrates the history of Chinese cuisine, the origins of the Chinese diet, festival food customs, Chinese culinary culture, etc. Encourage readers to appreciate the depth of Chinese cuisine

The art of carving has a rich tradition in China. It includes not only stone, wood, bone and bamboo carvings, but also coconut, horn, and amber carvings. Such a variety of source materials only once again proves that Chinese masters are equally superb in mastering a variety of materials, and each of their creations is a true work of art

Performing skills in China developed and changed, while retaining elements of original art. Modern acrobatics, performances and theatrical productions preserve much of the traditional elements borrowed from folklore. But they also include the modern component in the performance: new instruments and performance technique. Chinese art is original and unique. It is strikingly different from all other world cultures, primarily due to centuries of history. The path of development of art in China is a harmonious fusion of ancient techniques of performance with new styles that arise as the country develops. The main theme of Celestial art is often nature, harmony and balance, which is an excellent example of the values ​​that are still preserved in China

This book introduces the origin and development of Chinese Zen culture, and explains Zen in Chinese life, including diet, residence, and sports