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Overview

️ Hands-on Cultural Creation - Unlike typical sightseeing tours, you'll actively create authentic Chinese artworks using traditional brush and ink techniques. Complete Traditional Experience - From jasmine tea ceremony to incense ritual, experience how ancient Chinese scholars practiced calligraphy in authentic cultural atmosphere. Personal Expert Guide - Learn from a native Xi'an travel planner with 20+ years of calligraphy practice who combines cultural knowledge with international perspective from 50+ countries. Meaningful Takeaways - Leave with your own hand-painted fan, personalized bookmarks, and scroll painting - not just photos, but art you created yourself. 3,000-Year Journey - Discover how characters evolved from oracle bones to modern script through engaging storytelling and hands-on practice. ✍️ Progressive Learning - Master meaningful characters like 龙 (dragon), 武 (martial), 爱 (love) that connect you to Chinese philosophy and culture.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

An Ju Xiang, Shan Xi Sheng, 710001, China

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The calligraphy activity will be held at Huanxi Jingchen Teahouse (欢喜静尘茶社）, which is located in Anju Alley within Shuyuanmen. Though the alley itself is a bit cluttered, the teahouse is easy to find—it’s a single-story building with distinctive Chinese-style interior decor.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Xi'an

Our authentic calligraphy studio welcomes you with a traditional jasmine tea ceremony and incense ritual. Here you'll learn the fundamentals of Chinese brush painting in an atmosphere that recreates how ancient scholars practiced this art. The space is designed with traditional Chinese décor, complete with calligraphy scrolls, wooden furniture, and all the tools of the "Four Treasures of Study" - brush, ink, paper, and inkstone.

Duration: 20 mins

2. Xi'an

Discover 3,000 years of Chinese writing evolution through our interactive character wall display. I'll guide you through the fascinating transformation of characters like "家" (home) from ancient oracle bones to modern script, explaining the cultural stories behind each evolution. You'll see real examples of different dynasty writing styles and understand how Chinese characters carry both meaning and art.

Duration: 25 mins

3. Xi'an

At your personal practice station, you'll master the art of brush handling and learn to write meaningful Chinese characters. Starting with basic strokes, you'll progress to writing characters like 一, 十, 大, 小, 米, 永, 龙, 武, 爱. Each character teaches specific techniques while connecting you to Chinese philosophy. I provide one-on-one guidance to ensure proper technique and cultural understanding.

Duration: 70 mins

4. Xi'an

Create your unique takeaway artworks in this hands-on creative session. You'll design and paint your own folding fan with chosen Chinese characters, craft personalized bookmarks with your Chinese name, and create a traditional scroll painting. All materials and tools are provided, and I'll guide you through each step to ensure beautiful results. These authentic pieces become your personal connection to Chinese culture.

Duration: 75 mins