In Chinese opera, masks play an important role in showing the characters’ personalities and moods. There is a story behind every mask, including its origin and making process. If you’re curious about its story, I bet this video will show you the answer. #JSCulture #CultureandHeritage #SpringFestival | Visit Jiangsu

Peking Opera masks are a unique form of facial makeup in the traditional Chinese art of Peking Opera. The colorful masks indicate the identity, character, age, and other traits of the opera characters. Experienced audiences can discern characters' nature and moral alignment just by observing their masks. #ChineseTreasures | Discover China

Intangible cultural heritage: traditional Chinese operas (1): #Kunqu Kunqu, also known as #Kunju , #Kunopera or #KunquOpera, is one of the oldest extant forms of Chinese opera. It evolved from the Kunshan melody, and dominated Chinese theatre from the 16th to the 18th centuries. The style originated in the Wu cultural area. It is listed as one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO since 2001. The tune of Kunqu is very graceful, lingering and remote. Kunqu

Charmful traditional Chinese operas Peking opera is the dominant form of Chinese opera, combining music, vocal performance, mime, dance, and acrobatics. Cantonese Opera originated in southern China's Cantonese culture, and involves singing, martial arts, and acting. Yueju Opera is skillful in narration and sentiment, its performance is characterized by beautiful singing with aesthetic and elegant moods. #UnderstandingChina #art #Chineseopera | Understanding China