Current Big Events and Introduction
The Forbidden City
03/30/2018
The Forbidden City speaks to us through its shining roof tiles and cultural artifacts. Today the IU Chinese Calligraphy Club will bring the Forbidden City to Bloomington, and everyone can witness and enjoy the splendor of this highest ranked palace of the top five palaces in the world ( The Forbidden City, Versailles, Buckingham Palace, The White House, The Kremlin). Many lovely activities and performances await you!
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Time: Fri March 30, 4-6pm Location: IU Willkie Auditorium We invite you to come experience the culture of the Forbidden City |
Program
“The Forbidden City”, Documentary, Calligraphy Demonstration, by Yangkun Lu “Pure Dawn on Snow Mountain" Guzheng Solo, by Zenan Xu “The Drunken Beauty”Beijing Opera Performance. by Qiandong Xu and Mengshu Gao Participatory Activities Lottery prizes will be awarded |
Taihe Palace:
Please join us to enjoy a documentary about the Forbidden City, a Beijing Opera performance, and a Guzheng solo.
Broaden your knowledge of China's imperial past, experience the rich tradition of the Beijing Opera, and savor the refined instrument that is the Guzheng.
Please join us to enjoy a documentary about the Forbidden City, a Beijing Opera performance, and a Guzheng solo.
Broaden your knowledge of China's imperial past, experience the rich tradition of the Beijing Opera, and savor the refined instrument that is the Guzheng.
Wenyuan Pavilion:
We invite you to come to the Wenyuan Pavilion. In China, calligraphy stands among the highest forms of art, and here you can enjoy the fragrance of flowing ink while receiving an traditional style Chinese title based on your day of birth.
We invite you to come to the Wenyuan Pavilion. In China, calligraphy stands among the highest forms of art, and here you can enjoy the fragrance of flowing ink while receiving an traditional style Chinese title based on your day of birth.
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Imperial Dining Room:
A beautiful arrangement of food awaits you at the table. Everyone loves food, and the emperor of China was no different. The Chinese Calligraphy Club will offer wonderful treats for all guest present at our Forbidden City Event.
A beautiful arrangement of food awaits you at the table. Everyone loves food, and the emperor of China was no different. The Chinese Calligraphy Club will offer wonderful treats for all guest present at our Forbidden City Event.
Yangxin Temple:
Here, at Yangxin Temple one can enjoy the rich and fulfilling depth of tea. Few pursuits can parallel the satisfaction an excellent tea brings. Tea is far from a mere drink, it is an art form.
Here, at Yangxin Temple one can enjoy the rich and fulfilling depth of tea. Few pursuits can parallel the satisfaction an excellent tea brings. Tea is far from a mere drink, it is an art form.
The Inner Chambers:
Deep within the Forbidden City lies the Inner Chambers. In the past, only eunuchs, concubines, and the emperor himself were permitted to enter these secluded halls. But, today everyone can appreciate their treasures. The Chinese Calligraphy Club can help you design and create your very own 簪子 Zanzi (hairpin). Best of all, this gift is free for every participant.
Deep within the Forbidden City lies the Inner Chambers. In the past, only eunuchs, concubines, and the emperor himself were permitted to enter these secluded halls. But, today everyone can appreciate their treasures. The Chinese Calligraphy Club can help you design and create your very own 簪子 Zanzi (hairpin). Best of all, this gift is free for every participant.
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The Imperial Garden:
Last but far from least, you can enjoy the Forbidden City through virtual reality. Dive in and explore the wonderful sights of the emperor's palace through this sophisticated technology. Experience the Forbidden City as if you were there now.
In addition to this VR experience, attendees can play some traditional Chinese games which are similar to juggling a beanbag (踢毽子), the beanbag toss (投壶), and top spinning (陀螺).
Last but far from least, you can enjoy the Forbidden City through virtual reality. Dive in and explore the wonderful sights of the emperor's palace through this sophisticated technology. Experience the Forbidden City as if you were there now.
In addition to this VR experience, attendees can play some traditional Chinese games which are similar to juggling a beanbag (踢毽子), the beanbag toss (投壶), and top spinning (陀螺).
Address: 150 North Rose Ave. Bloomington
Parking Space: Willkie Parking Lot (requires a parking permit). Metered parking is also available by the Herman B. Wells Library.
Parking Space: Willkie Parking Lot (requires a parking permit). Metered parking is also available by the Herman B. Wells Library.
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