After becoming a monk Master Hong Yi deepened his study of Buddhism. The Buddhism value, love is compassion, became a part of his doctrine.

We are constantly saying goodbye to our friends, to our family, to our past selves. Master Hong Yi is no different. These goodbyes became an inspiration for his song, "Farewell".

The director of a Xiamen antique store, The Goodone, has collected and preserved the flower tiles of the the city's old roads hoping one day they can be re-purposed into the design of the city.

In his effort to preserve the history of his city the director overcame many difficulties. In the end, it simply came down to his drive to preserve the past and love for sharing history with others, that lead him to persevere.

Is Chinese calligraphy a lost art? Has the invention of the computer totally wiped out the beautiful art of writing? Calligraphy means “beautiful writing.” Chinese calligraphy is revered for its dynamic motion and energy. Learn from the experts how computers have revolutionized calligraphy and how it has impacted our society from a social and cultural standpoint.

Is Chinese calligraphy a lost art? Has the invention of the computer totally wiped out the beautiful art of writing? Calligraphy means "beautiful writing." Chinese calligraphy is revered for its dynamic motion and energy. Learn from the experts how computers have revolutionized calligraphy and how it has impacted our society from a social and cultural standpoint.

Is Chinese calligraphy a lost art? Has the invention of the computer totally wiped out the beautiful art of writing? Calligraphy means “beautiful writing.” Chinese calligraphy is revered for its dynamic motion and energy. Learn from the experts how computers have revolutionized calligraphy and how it has impacted our society from a social and cultural standpoint.

Is Chinese calligraphy a lost art? Has the invention of the computer totally wiped out the beautiful art of writing? Calligraphy means “beautiful writing.” Chinese calligraphy is revered for its dynamic motion and energy. Learn from the experts how computers have revolutionized calligraphy and how it has impacted our society from a social and cultural standpoint.

Learn the benefits of studying Chinese calligraphy.

Learn which the most important abilities necessary for studying Chinese calligraphy are.

Find out the two most important abilities necessary to learning Chinese calligraphy.

What does it take to be a calligraphy master? The key is to strive for the top. Once there, you'll find your entire perception of the world has changed.

The subject of perception in art and life is further discussed, citing a great Indian thinker.

How does one define the quality of life? According to the speakers in this video, it is as simple as volume multiplied by density. But what exactly do those terms mean when applied to our lives?

Tai chi, feng shui and all kinds of exercise- explore early morning activities in parks around China.

This entertaining and informative video on the Chinese obsession with gift-giving reveals a lot about contemporary Chinese social and political issues (covering everything from social competition to corrupt officials) and also delves into the ancient origins of this long-running practice.

There are so many reasons to go window shopping.

And yet more reasons for a woman to go window shopping...

Annie recalls when she decided to begin her working life in Shanghai.

What is Wuyi Rock Tea and where does it come from?

How did the different varieties of teas in the Wuyi Mountain come to be?

What are some of the lesser-known varieties that come from mid-season shrub tea trees?

How do tea producers distinguish between the many varieties of tea produced on Wuyi Mountain?

What are the initial processes of making rock tea?