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Chinese Folk Tales

Chinese Folk Tales

By: China Plus
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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.Copyright @ China Plus Art
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  • Xinjiang Series | A shepherd's dough hat and Xinjiang's beloved nang

    Xinjiang Series | A shepherd's dough hat and Xinjiang's beloved nang
    Oct 7 2025
    Under the blazing sun of the Taklamakan Desert, one shepherd's clumsy mishap gave birth to a timeless treasure. In this bonus episode of "Chinese Folk Tales: Tales on a Plate", we trace the quirky legend of Turhong and his "dough hat" that turned into Xinjiang's most beloved flatbread – Nang. Crispy, golden, and steeped in tradition, Nang is more than food – it's a story shared and enjoyed across vast regions of the world.
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    8 mins
  • Xinjiang Series | Professor Zhang: "Loong" is not to be interpreted as a "dragon"

    Xinjiang Series | Professor Zhang: "Loong" is not to be interpreted as a "dragon"
    Oct 3 2025
    Prof. Zhang Juwen argues that translating "龙" as "dragon" perpetuates colonial discourse. The Chinese loong embodies benevolence, ethics, and hope, fundamentally different from the Western concept. True cross-cultural exchange requires a firm challenge to entrenched stereotypes.
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    19 mins
  • Xinjiang Series | Professor Zhang on how folk tales bridge cultures

    Xinjiang Series | Professor Zhang on how folk tales bridge cultures
    Sep 30 2025
    Folklore expert Professor Zhang Juwen reveals how ancient Chinese folk tales, while adapting, retain their core ethics, fostering global connections and face-to-face bonding in a digital world.
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    21 mins
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