UNESCO Inscribed
Taijiquan (Tai Chi)
A graceful martial art blending slow movement, meditation, and philosophy. Practiced worldwide for health and spiritual cultivation.
Chenjiagou, 17th century CE
UNESCO
Dragon Boat Racing
A thrilling water sport where teams race dragon-decorated boats to the beat of drums — now a global phenomenon with Chinese roots.
Warring States period (5th–3rd century BCE)
UNESCO
National Heritage
Chinese Chess (Xiangqi)
China's ancient strategy board game, played by millions in parks and teahouses — a battle of wits across a river-divided board.
Northern Zhou Dynasty (557–581 CE)
Baduanjin Qigong
Eight gentle, flowing exercises combining movement and breath — China's most popular health practice for vitality and longevity.
Song Dynasty (960–1279 CE)
Chinese Wrestling (Shuai Jiao)
China's ancient martial art of wrestling, emphasizing speed and technique over brute strength — a military art turned competitive sport.
Xia Dynasty (c. 2000 BCE), oracle bone records