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️ 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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
Itinerary
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1Xi'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.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Xi'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.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Xi'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.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Xi'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.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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