Loutian village, with its history dating back to hundreds of years ago, is the birthplace of Zhou Dunyi, an outstanding literati and philosopher in Song Dynasty (960-1276).

Paying homage to the lotus By Hong Liang (China Daily) Updated: 2007-07-31 07:12. The lotus flower is special to the Chinese. Thanks to Song Dynasty mandarin scholar, Zhou Dunyi, this particular ...

In Chinese culture, the lotus flower is of huge significance. It symbolizes purity, enlightenment and rebirth, and is often depicted in art and literature to reflect these cherished values. The essay ...