Ancient Chinese Culture
Ancient Chinese Toothbrush & Tooth Paste
Posted by ancient chinese culture in Life of Ancient Chinese on September 10, 2011
According to historical records, the earliest form of Chinese toothbrush, a branch with one end made into the shape of a brush, was introduced into China with Buddhism.
Originally, only few people use them. In the Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279), toothbrushes were popular among the masses. Toothbrushes made of wood, bones, bamboo and other materials were available on the market.
The original tooth paste was ginger juice and the root of Chinese wild ginger. Later, wild chrysanthemum flowers, Read more »
Dujiangyan
Posted by ancient chinese culture in Historical Sites on August 22, 2011
Dujiangyan, located in Chengdu city, Sichuan Province in China, is an ancient irrigation system and also a famous historical sites in China. It was built in 256 BC and is still in use today to irrigate more than 50 cities in the province. It is regarded as the oldest and only surviving no-dam irrigation system in the world.
Dujiangyan consists of three parts – Yuzui, Feishayan and Baopingkou. It controlled the flood and silt effectively. The irrigation system made Sichuan an extremely fertile and productive agricultural area in China.
As Dujiangyan has gained great success in ancient China and there is no special technique that others Read more »
Chinese Matchmaker
Posted by ancient chinese culture in Chinese Folktale on August 15, 2011
Yue Lao, also called Chinese matchmaker, who, much like the role of Cupid in the western culture, is the god who is in charge of marriages in Chinese folktale.
Yue Lao is depicted as an old man with a long flowing beard. The matchmaker holds a book called “the book of fate” in his hand. It is said that marriages of all people in the world are recorded on this book. He always carries a big bag of red threads. According to the legend, he ties a man and a woman around their ankles with a red thread. They are destined to be soul mates and no matter how far apart the two may be, they will eventually meet and marry. Read more »
Chinese Yoyo
Posted by ancient chinese culture in Entertainment on August 6, 2011
Chinese yoyo (kong zhu), also called empty bell or pulling bell, is a challenging yet fun skill toy. It is not only a kind of traditional Chinese entertainment, but also the second oldest toy in the world (the first was the doll).
The history of Chinese yoyo can date back to the Ming dynasty (1386-1644 AD). The original style was made of bamboo. Therefore, in ancient China, it was given the name of kong zhu, which means hollow bamboo in Chinese. It went to Europe with the traders after 17th century. It is said that the more well-known diablo is the European descendant of the yoyo. Read more »
Forecast for 2011 of the Rooster
Posted by ancient chinese culture in Zodiac Signs on July 31, 2011
For the rooster, the year of 2011 will be much quieter than 2010. Roosters will make great progress in the year. However, in the rabbit year, you will also experience some troubles, such as legal troubles, investment loses, etc.
Career – Roosters will make significant success in the career sector and a large amount of money may come your way in the year. However, try to meet the crisis head-on-head and cross the hurdle.
Relations – For single roosters, it is time to take part in more social activities and meet people from the opposite sex. Read more »
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