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CHINESE CULTURE STUDY TOUR

WELCOME TO MOUNT WUYI

The Wuyi Mountains, located in Northern Fujian, covers 60 sq. km and is one of the most popular scenic spots and holiday resorts in the nation. A masterpiece of nature’s craftsmanship, Wuyi's natural scenery, with its red mountains and green waters, has the reputation of being a scenic wonder in Southeast China. The chief attractions are the Nine-Bend Stream and the thirty-six peaks. The Nine0bend Stream meanders along the foot of an undulating chain of mountains like a ribbon. Wuyi’s 36 graceful peaks are covered with perennial green. Wuyi’s scenery is always marvelous, making people feel as if they were in a paradise. Sailing down the Nine-twist Stream on a bamboo raft is an exciting and unique experience. Wandering through the scenic sights, one cannot but marvel at such beauties as Jade Girl Peak, Heavenly Tour Peak, and the like. While climbing on the steep pathways to the summit of a peak, one may take in the wonderful views of other peaks as well as the stream.

Wuyi is not only a remarkable scenic spot but also a place of long cultural history and has many historical relics, such as the Wuyi House of Quintessence, Where Zhu Xi, a great philosopher of Song Dynasty ( in the 12^th century A. C. ), once lectured. Other intriguing sights include the 3000 year old ancient boat coffins lodged in the cliffs, the Imperial Tea Garden, more than 700 cliff inscriptions by celebrities through the ages, and Hancheng Town, Chencun, also called “ Guyue Town”, the best preserved Han-Dynasty town site south of the lower reaches of the Changjiang River. In addition, the Wuyi Mountains has been designated by the nation as a nature reserve. Occupying an area of 57,000 hectares, it is rich in natural resources. There are many kinds of flowers, rare species of plants, birds, animals and precious medicinal herbs. The Wuyi Rock Tea, with its bright color, fragrant scent and mellow taste, is well received both at home and abroad. The Wuyi mountains and waters await your arrival.

A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO

WUYISHAN INTERNATIONAL LANTING COLLEGE

The Wuyi Mountains, in the north part of China's Fujian province, has been a famous cultural region for over 1000 years. The area has simultaneously served as a religious center for China’s three main faiths, Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. During the Qin, Han and Song dynasties, as many as 245 temples, pavilions, halls, altars, huts, towers and platforms were built by the adherents of different religions and sects.

Faculty

Courses

Martial Arts and Qigong  These basic training techniques and exercises are requisites for every student serious about maintaining good health and increasing longevity.

Traditional Cultures

Confucianism   The most influential school of thought in ancient China, Confucianism has been the dominant academic tradition for over 2000 years. Chiefly a system of social and political values, it has left a legacy of tremendous national cultural heritage for later generations.

Zhu Zi's Idealist Philosophy  The system of thought of the Song and Ming Dynasties, as represented by Zhu Xi, epitomizes the Chen Zhu idealist philosophy. Zhu Xi established a comprehensive and unique academic system, which influenced later academic development for six to seven hundred years. Even today it continues to influence Chinese traditional cultural heritage internationally.

Lao Zhuang Theory   The Taoist school of philosophy consists mainly of the teachings of Lao Zi and Zhuang Zi. They both talked about "Dao De”( Way and Virtue), and man's place in the interplay of the natural forces of heaven and earth. It also espouses some different concepts about the nature of the universe.

The Classics of Zhou Yi   Conjecture on the changes of Nature and society, this school of thought holds that the interaction of Yin and Yang is the source of everything.

Poems and Music   Chinese poetry has a rich and long history and is extensive in both quantity and variety. From the 2000 year old Book of Songs and Li Sao, to the poetry and Ci, or lyrics of the Tang and Song Dynasties, these arts have profoundly influenced the development of China’s literature, and also have a close relationship with the national music.

Painting and Calligraphy  Chinese calligraphy and Chinese brush painting are closely related because lines are used in both. Simple lines are turned into a highly developed form of art. Lines are used not only to draw contours but to express the artist’s concepts and feelings. Traditional Chinese painting combines the arts of poetry, calligraphy, painting and seal engraving. The specially made tools and materials include: Chinese brush, ink, paper, ink stone and silk. These unique elements together express the artistic characteristics of the Chinese people.

Other Subjects

Subjects related to Chinese medicine, massage, acupuncture, nail pressing, Fengshui, Buddhism, etc., can be designed to specific requirements.

Teaching Method

The college maintains the traditional methodology of the academy of classical learning. In this teaching system the main emphasis is on academic lectures which are supplemented with a combination of classroom discussion and cultural field trips. Students can select from the college’s three standard study terms: 15 days, one month, and 2 months. Study subjects are arranged alternatively with sightseeing, investigation, visits and field trips. Unified teaching and collective activities are designed for every class as a unit. A graduate certificate is granted to the student upon the completion of the term.

Accommodation

Expenses

For registration or inquiries, please contact:

Wu Junmei, Assistant Director

E-mail: [email protected]

Three Odes Calligraphy Study Tour

D8  Leave Xi'an

Depature Dates: 3rd and 19th of every month

Fuxi Eight Diagrams & ZhouYi Study Tour

D7  Leave Zhengzhou

Departure Dates: 12th and 20th of every month

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