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The Tradition of Carrying the Well Maiden in Zhoushan

Zhoushan Archipelago, located in the eastern waters of China, is the country’s largest archipelago. With abundant water sources, a unique water-fetching tradition called “Carrying the Well Maiden” has developed among the locals, making it one of the most distinctive and mysterious customs in the region. The tradition of Carrying the Well Maiden originated from folk

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Jiao: ancient Chinese wine vessel

“Jiao” is an ancient Chinese wine vessel that originated and developed during the pre-Qin period, used for pouring and serving wine. Similar in form to a “Jue,” it lacks a pouring spout and a column. Initially a common wine-serving vessel, it was intended for use by lower-ranking nobility. The excavation and preservation of “Jiao” artifacts

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Yezi Ge Cards: Chinese “Leaf” Game

Yezixi Play, also known as “Leaf Cards” or “Yezi Ge,” is an ancient Chinese card game that dates back to the Tang Dynasty. After centuries of development, it gradually became a popular form of entertainment. Yezi Ge is an ancient Chinese card game, similar to “Sheng Guan Tu,” played with dice. Its origin can be traced

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Ban Deng Long: Chinese Bench Dragon Dance

The Bench Dragon, originating in the Heluo region, is a traditional folk activity widely observed during the annual festivities in various provinces and cities in southern China. This Lantern Festival custom has been practiced for several centuries. In particular, it has become a significant folk event in Fujian, embodying profound regional culture. Villagers connect bench

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Purification Ritual: A Traditional Folk Activity in Ancient China

Purification Ritual(祓禊fú xì), originating from ancient religious ceremonies, is a traditional folk activity in China aimed at dispelling ominous forces and seeking happiness. Celebrated on the third day of the third lunar month each year, people gather by rivers and lakes to conduct worship ceremonies and participate in various folk activities to pray for health,

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What Is A Spirit Tablet?-Chinese Memorial Tablet

A “Memorial Tablet” is referred to as a “spirit tablet,” “ancestral tablet,” or “ancestor tablet” in English. It is a wooden or paper plaque on which the names of deities, ancestors, or other revered figures are written or carved. These tablets symbolize the presence of the deity or ancestor and are used for ritualistic ceremonies.

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