Histoire
Blog articles on the topic "Histoire".
27 articles
Jilin, at the Gates of Korea
A province in northeast China, Jilin has experienced a turbulent history marked by the dominance of Korean and Chinese dynasties, followed by Japanese occupation during World War II
Inner Mongolia, another world north of China
Renowned for its vast grasslands and history linked to nomadic peoples, Inner Mongolia is a region apart in China.
Focus on Xi'an's Terracotta Army
It was in Xi'an, in eastern Chine, that the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi was discovered in 1974. Approximately 8,000 life-size statues of soldiers and horses were unearthed.
Sun Zi, the Brilliant Strategist
Presumed author of "The Art of War," Sun Zi embodies a Chinese ideal: the perfect strategist. His thinking profoundly influenced China and the entire Far East before conquering the world.
Diving in Chine, the incredible site of Shi Cheng
Still little known to the general public, the incredible diving site of Shi Cheng in Chine has enough to captivate divers and explorers from around the world!
The 56 Ethnic Groups of China
The Chinese people comprise an ethnic mosaic of 56 ethnic groups, the result of a long process of successive integration of populations from the borders of the Chinese civilizational era.
The Great Wall of China, a symbol of Chinese grandeur
If you're traveling to China, particularly Beijing, the Great Wall is a must-see tourist destination. By itself, it symbolizes the wealth and grandeur of Chinese civilization
The Temple of Heaven, the link between ancient Chinese and the celestial world
The Temple of Heaven lives up to its evocative name: it is dedicated to the Celestial world as conceived by the Chinese during the imperial era.
The History of Chopsticks
Like many aspects of Chinese culture, the history of chopsticks is so ancient that its origins trace back to a mythical era. Yu the Great is said to be their father...
Bodhidharma, the Man Behind the Shaolin Legend and Pioneer of Chinese Buddhism
A legendary figure, Bodhidharma is regarded by the most widely accepted traditions as the propagator of Chan (Zen) Buddhism in Chine.
The History of Traditional Chinese Massage (Tuina)
An integral part of traditional Chinese medicine, Tuina massage has a long history whose precise origins remain difficult to determine.
Sichuan, the province of spices and pandas
A province in central-southern Chine, Sichuan is a remarkably distinctive region. It is home to a culinary tradition renowned for its spices