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The Art and Wisdom of Mortise and Tenon: The Essence of Traditional Woodworking
Mortise-and-tenon is a traditional Chinese woodworking technique where joints interlock without nails or glue. Known for durability, elegance, and eco-friendliness, it has been used in temples, houses, and Ming furniture. From the Luban Lock to modern des
【Tales in the stars】Chapter 4：The astronomical distance between Niulang and Zhinü
Astronomically speaking, Altair and Vega are about 16 light-years apart. Even at light speed, a crossing would take sixteen years.
Columns and Arches Beyond Time: The Greek and Romanesque Building Styles in Taiwan
Taiwanese architectural styles have been deeply influenced by Western classical culture, with Greek and Roman architecture being the most well-known. These two styles were widely adopted in different periods, not only embodying the spirit of classical aes
【Tales in the stars】Chapter 3：The Teapot of the Wise Chiron
Sagittarius is the wise half-man, half-horse figure in the summer sky. Search for the teapot to find this legendary being.
When Window Gratings Hold Light and Heart
Window grating is a form of decorative art on windows, which can be divided into paper, wood, stone and iron depending on the material. With a long history, early examples include auspicious paper cuttings that were affixed to windows to bring peace and g
【Tales in the stars】Chapter 2：The Twinkling Winter Triangle
From Orion’s Belt, Sirius, the brightest star in the sky, can be found toward the southeast. To find Procyon, the bright star of Canis Minor, extend from Betelgeuse in Orion to Betelgeuse. Together, the three stars form the winter triangle.