Chinese Folktales

Once upon a time, in ancient China, there lived a wise and beloved poet named Qu Yuan. Qu Yuan served as a minister in the state of Chu during the Warring States period. He was known for his loyalty, wisdom, and profound love for his country. However, not everyone in the royal court shared his […]

 Once upon a time, in a quaint village nestled between rolling hills and a majestic mountain, the people lived in constant dread of the Lunar New Year. Every year, as the celebration approached, a fearsome beast named Nian would descend from the mountain. Nian was a terrifying creature with glowing red eyes, sharp fangs, and […]

Once upon a time, in ancient China, the Jade Emperor decided it was time to create a calendar to help people keep track of time. He called together all the animals in the kingdom and announced, “We will have a great race! The first twelve animals to cross the river and reach my palace will […]