Bank of China Hong Kong unveils AI chatbot to foster love of Tang dynasty poetry
Era is known as the golden age of Chinese literature; application allows users to create personalised poems in the traditional style.
Bank of China Hong Kong’s “Blooming Tang” Tang Dynasty Lifestyle Exhibition highlighted the beauty of the era. Photo: HandoutIn celebration of the 75th anniversary of National Day, Bank of China Hong Kong has unveiled the “Tang Shizun” artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, designed to foster a love for Tang dynasty poetry.
The Tang dynasty (618–907) is known as the golden age of Chinese literature. Its poems typically have eight lines of five or seven syllables each, following strict tonal patterns and parallel structures in the second and third couplets.
With the AI-driven application, users can experiment with these poetic forms by inputting keywords in Chinese and selecting a mood. The chatbot then crafts personalised poems in the traditional Tang style.
The best submissions will have the opportunity to be displayed on screens within the exhibition area of the Bank of China Tower in Central.
Discover ancient Chinese beauty secrets from the Tang dynasty
This initiative is part of a collaboration between Bank of China (Hong Kong) Private Banking and the Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensemble, featuring the “Blooming Tang” Tang Dynasty Lifestyle Exhibition.
The exhibition showcased life during the Tang dynasty, blending modern technology with traditional Chinese art to portray its vibrant lifestyle through various perspectives.
While the exhibition ended on October 25, the “Tang Shizun” chatbot remains active, helping users deepen their appreciation of Chinese culture and Tang poetry.
Bank of China Hong Kong is providing SCMP Young Post readers with an exclusive 10 per cent discount on books under the theme of “Blooming Tang” to further promote Chinese culture. Check out the list of books here!