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Li Po lived and wrote poetry during the eighth century, a time when some of China's greatest art and literature was created. A unique display of art from this period was discovered on the Dunhuang cave walls in China, and exploring it has helped researchers learn about the time period. Click Studies, then Dunhuang, then Cave Art to view some of the cave art and read the annotations. Then choose an image you find intriguing and write a poem about it.

Art of Chinese Calligraphy
The art of Chinese calligraphy dates back to ancient times but is still popular today. This site allows you to enjoy calligraphy without worrying about the translation of the words. Scroll down the page to view the different styles. Then select one that reflects your personality. Explain in a few paragraphs why you selected the style you chose.