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Bookmark or Share- Pangu – MythopediaPangu’s teeth and bones turned into metals and precious stones while his limbs became the four pillars that would separate the sky from the earth. Popular Culture A festival celebrating Pangu is held from March 1-7 of the Lunar Calendar at his most important temple, Pangu King Temple , in Guangdong Province.
- Eight Immortals - MythopediaThe Ba Xian (八仙), or Eight Immortals, are a legendary group of Chinese heroes who fight to vanquish evil. Their status as fabled folk icons makes them well-known in popular culture.
- Nuwa – MythopediaAfter Pangu (盤古) emerged from his mythical egg and created the physical universe, the earth separated from the heavens and became a beautiful place full of lush, green vegetation, vast rivers, tall mountains, and all sorts of animals. One day, Nüwa decided to go for a walk in the woods among the mountains and animals.
- Chinese Gods – MythopediaThe pantheon of Chinese gods and goddesses is extensive, spanning thousands of years as well as different ethnic groups and changing geographical boundaries. Some of the most enduring deities are Pangu, the Jade Emperor, Guanyin, Sun Wukong, and the Eight Immortals.
- Sun Wukong – MythopediaSun Wukong (孫悟空) is the Chinese trickster god known as the Monkey King. Born from a magical rock, he was thrown out of the Jade Emperor’s court for his impertinence, but eventually achieved enlightenment.
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