Jian Zhen was an eminent monk of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), born in Yangzhou and who became a monk at the age of 14 at the Dayun Temple in Shanxi then returned to Yangzhou's Daming Temple.

Yangzhou storytelling with musical dates back to the late Ming (1368-1644) and early Qing (1644-1912) dynasties and is known for its simplicity, elegance, and antique beauty.

Yangzhou bonsai has a distinct style and a certain cutting technique that distinguishes it from other forms of bonsai.

The Yangzhou's rod puppet show originated in the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and reached its peak in the Ming and Qing dynasties.

The Yangzhou jade carving technique has a history of more than 5,300 years and enjoyed great popularity in the Han, Tang and Qing dynasties.