Have you ever heard of the story of Nian? In Chinese mythology, Nian is a monster that goes around during Chinese New Year causing trouble, committing crimes, and robbing villagers. Rumour had it ...

Chinese mythology suggests the origins of New Year are concerned with a battle against a monster called Nian (meaning ‘year’ in Chinese). Nian would arrive on the first day of the New Year to ...

Chinese mythology has been trending lately, mostly thanks to Black Myth: Wukong, leaving many of us wondering how we can begin to learn about this rich, deep, beautiful history. If you're looking ...

Chinese mythology in recent years has risen to become a new medium for cultural dialogue. The news that US entertainment company Stars Collective is adapting Journey to the West into a three-part ...

Drawing on ancient myths, China's film and gaming industry is offering the world refreshing alternatives to the traditional Western canon As Chinese mythology explodes on the world stage ...