Taicang ICH-Ludu stove painting

March 21, 2012

Stove painting is a type of handicraft. Its content includes landscape, flowers, birds and still life.

Taicang ICH-Litai stilt dance

March 21, 2012

Stilt dance, a form of folk dance, has a long history and great influence. It can be dated back to the Warring States period (403-221 BC).

Taicang ICH-Lard oil puffed rice cakes

March 21, 2012

Taicang ICH-Taoism music of Shuangfeng

March 21, 2012

The Taoist music has a long history and has left profound and lasting influences on the folk culture.

Taicang ICH-Spear dance

March 21, 2012

Spear dance is a folk dance performed by guards of honor in temple fairs during the olden days.

Taicang ICH-Matsu worshipping ceremony

March 21, 2012

Worshipping Matsu, Goddess of the sea, is a custom with a history of over 1,000 years in the Liuhe area.

Taicang ICH-Shuangfeng mutton noodle

March 21, 2012

Shuangfeng mutton noodle, a local cuisine of Taicang, is known for its crisp meat, rich soup and the delicate flavor.

Taicang ICH-Kunqu

March 8, 2012

Kunqu also known as Kunju (昆剧), Kun opera or Kunqu Opera, is one of the oldest extant forms of Chinese opera.