Arts & culture

Boasting thousands of years of continuous history, China's arts and culture encompass both deeply revered traditions and vibrant contemporary expressions. Traditional arts include fine calligraphy, ink wash painting, jade and wood carving, porcelain ceramics, and highly stylized theatrical forms like Peking Opera and Kunqu. Today, China is also a major player in modern cinema, contemporary art (centered in districts like Beijing's 798 Art Zone), and digital literature.