Xi'an Calligraphy Experience - Write Your Ancient Story
️ 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.
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Xi'an Calligraphy Experience - Write Your Ancient Story
What's included in Xi'an Calligraphy Experience - Write Your Ancient Story
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
Inclusions
- Painted folding fan • Personalized bookmarks • Traditional scroll painting
- All writing materials (ink, paper, inkstone)
- Jasmin Tea & Snacks
- Small-group tour (less than 6 people)
- Calligraphy Instructor
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- This teahouse is located at No. 41, Shuncheng Lane, east of the South Gate of Xi'an City Wall. There is a Chinese-style doorhead with three Chinese characters "Ningshen Si 宁神司" inscribed on it.
