The popularity of Christianity came to a peak during Matteo Ricci's time in China, but after his death, the Qing Dynasty vehemently opposed its practice in China.

Zamenhof had a plan to create a world language, an ambitious plan thwarted by the innate quality of language itself.

In 1870, Horace Carpentier hired a loyal servant from China named Dean Lung who would eventually come to teach him a lesson in loyalty and devotion rooted in Chinese culture.

Dean Lung, believing more people should understand China, made a great contribution to Columbia University.

What does typography mean to you? Why is it important?

Designing a new font is extremely difficult, especially since there are thousands of characters in the Chinese language.

Innovation of a writing system occurs by creating a better version of what already exists, which is always related to one's national heritage.

Buddhist cave art was greatly influenced by Indian Buddhist art and emerged in China along with the spread of Buddhism starting in the Han Dynasty around the 1st Century A.D.

What was the origin of China's famous Mogao Caves, also known as the Thousand Buddha Caves? Find out here.

A continued exploration of some of the historical and artistic qualities of the famous Buddhist sculptures in China's Mogao Caves.

Learn how the features of the Buddhist statues found in caves in China evolved throughout history.

This clip takes us to the historical aesthetic of the breathtaking Fengxian Temple of the Longmen Caves, which contains the magnificent Lushena Buddha.

This clip displays the exquisite beauty of the Dazu Grotto statues. They are unique in that they depict not only religious figures but also the peacefulness of secular life.

This video shows the care and precision taken in the making of the Grand Buddha grotto statues, ultimately culminating in a stunning example of great artistry.

One of China's most important teas, Pu'er tea, is introduced in this informative video. Find out how the tea's development was shaped by the unique geographical conditions of the mountainous Yunnan province and the perils of transporting it along the Silk Road.

What makes Yunnan such an ideal place for growing tea? Everything from the latitude to the soil plays a crucial role in the growing process.

Chinese tea plays an important role in a Chinese family, within and beyond the shores of China. Pu’er tea is touted as a semi-rare tea. The most famous Pu’er tea is from the Yunnan Province in China. A good grade of Pu’er tea is expensive and its value increases with age. Learn all about the Pu’er tea, its varieties, grades, production, packaging, storage, etc., from this series of videos.

Chinese tea plays an important role in a Chinese family, within and beyond the shores of China. Pu’er tea is touted as a semi-rare tea. The most famous Pu’er tea is from the Yunnan Province in China. A good grade of Pu’er tea is expensive and its value increases with age. Learn all about the Pu’er tea, its varieties, grades, production, packaging, storage, etc., from this series of videos.

From the color, to the aroma, to the taste, the characteristics of Pu’er tea are complex and subtle. Therefore, it takes an expert with years of experience to fully evaluate and appreciate Pu’er tea. To a trained master, even the presence of different neighboring plants during the growing process will be evident when drinking Pu’er tea!

This video details the types of teaware suitable for preparing Pu'er tea as well as a simple method for preparing a serving of it.

This video further explains the various tools used to prepare tea.

This clip shows you how to properly prepare a serving of Pu'er tea for your guests.

Learn the intricacies of a traditional Chinese tea drinking ceremony.

Learn about the utensils necessary to carry out a traditional Chinese tea ceremony.