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Immerse yourself in the enchanting narrative of Chinese Cinderella, the romantic tale of the cowherd and the fairy, and the heroic legend of the fearless female general, Mulan...... These mythical stories blur the lines of reality, featuring epic protagonists. Join us on a wondrous journey into a new world, imbued with tradition, mythology, and enduring wisdom. Subscribe and listen now.

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Immerse yourself in the enchanting narrative of Chinese Cinderella, the romantic tale of the cowherd and the fairy, and the heroic legend of the fearless female general, Mulan...... These mythical stories blur the lines of reality, featuring epic protagonists. Join us on a wondrous journey into a new world, imbued with tradition, mythology, and enduring wisdom. Subscribe and listen now.

    • video
    Bonus episode: The mythical tale of the Chinese dragon (video)

    Bonus episode: The mythical tale of the Chinese dragon (video)

    In this video, join us on a journey through time as we unravel a story behind the legendary creature "Loong" and explore how it has come to represent an array of awe-inspiring qualities and blessings.

    • 13 min
    Bonus episode: The mythical tale of the Chinese dragon

    Bonus episode: The mythical tale of the Chinese dragon

    In this special edition, we're waving goodbye to the Year of the Rabbit and welcoming the Year of the Loong, or the Year of the Chinese Dragon. Join us on a journey through time as we unravel a story behind this legendary creature and explore how it has come to represent an array of awe-inspiring qualities and blessings.

    • 14 min
    • video
    Chinese Mythology in Paintings: Yu the Great Tames Floods (video)

    Chinese Mythology in Paintings: Yu the Great Tames Floods (video)

    In this video, discover the legendary tale of Dayu, also known as Yu the Great, the heroic figure who conquered the unruly floods in ancient China with wisdom and determination. His spirit continues to resonate with Chinese people, spanning millennia, as a beacon of inspiration and resilience against adversities.

    • 5 min
    Chinese Mythology in Paintings: Yu the Great Tames Floods

    Chinese Mythology in Paintings: Yu the Great Tames Floods

    Discover the legendary tale of Dayu, also known as Yu the Great, the heroic figure who conquered the unruly floods in ancient China with wisdom and determination. His spirit continues to resonate with Chinese people, spanning millennia, as a beacon of inspiration and resilience against adversities.

    • 4 min
    • video
    Chinese Mythology in Paintings: 'Foolish' Yugong Moves Mountains (video)

    Chinese Mythology in Paintings: 'Foolish' Yugong Moves Mountains (video)

    Meet Yugong, the "foolish" old man from ancient China who set out to move mountains that cut off his village from the outside world. Did he succeed? Watch how he reacted to challenges in this timeless tale of perseverance and success!

    • 4 min
    Chinese Mythology in Paintings: 'Foolish' Yugong Moves Mountains

    Chinese Mythology in Paintings: 'Foolish' Yugong Moves Mountains

    Meet Yugong, the "foolish" old man from ancient China who set out to move mountains that cut off his village from the outside world. Did he succeed?

    • 3 min

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