Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the ...

The once-endangered folk tradition of stilt walking has staged a dramatic comeback in China, where it is being embraced by young performers eager to find community and preserve their heritage, and is ...

One of the most famous Chinese folk tales is the “Legend of the White Snake.” Although early versions of the myth date back to the Tang dynasty (618–907), the modern origins of the story can be found ...