What are some famous Chinese ghost stories?

One of the well - known old Chinese ghost stories is 'Nie Xiaoqian'. It tells the story of a beautiful female ghost who falls in love with a human. Another is 'The Painted Skin', which is about a demon disguised as a beautiful woman by wearing a painted skin.

Chinese famous ghost stories usually carry some cultural and moral messages. They can be seen as a way to educate people. For instance, the story of 'The Painted Skin' warns people not to be too lustful or easily trust strangers. They are not just simple horror stories but also a part of Chinese cultural heritage, with deep - rooted cultural connotations and historical backgrounds.

There is a story about an old temple in a small town. In Chinese Ghost Month, the temple is said to be a place where the ghosts gather. A local priest claimed that he could communicate with the ghosts during this time. He told stories of how the ghosts were longing for their past lives and how they hoped for their families' well - being. These stories made the local people more respectful of the Ghost Month traditions. And there are many other stories about encounters between humans and ghosts during this special month, which all contribute to the unique cultural significance of Chinese Ghost Month.

The 'A Chinese Ghost Story' is also well - known. In this story, there are various supernatural elements. The love between a human and a ghost is a central theme. The vivid descriptions of the spooky settings and the complex relationships between the characters make it a classic. There are many adaptations of this story in different forms like movies and TV dramas which have also made it more popular around the world.

One of the most well - known is 'A Chinese Ghost Story' (1987). It features a love story between a human and a ghost. The movie is famous for its beautiful cinematography and unique take on Chinese folklore.

Most Chinese ghost stories in traditional literature do not focus on sex. Chinese ghost stories are mainly about themes like love, justice, and the afterlife. For example, the story of Nie Xiaoqian in 'A Chinese Ghost Story' is more about the love between a human and a ghost, rather than sexual content.

One of the well - known Chinese ghost love stories is 'The Legend of White Snake'. It tells the story of a white snake spirit Bai Suzhen who falls in love with a human named Xu Xian. Despite the many difficulties and the opposition from the monk Fahai, their love endures. Another is 'Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai'. Although Zhu Yingtai is not exactly a ghost in the whole story, after her death, she turns into a butterfly to be with Liang Shanbo, which also has elements of a love story that transcends life and death.

One of the well - known old Chinese ghost stories is 'The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl'. Although it's not a typical 'ghost' story in the horror sense, it involves supernatural elements. The two lovers are separated by the Milky Way and can only meet once a year. Another is 'Nie Xiaoqian' from 'Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio'. It tells of a female ghost who falls in love with a mortal. There is also 'The Peony Pavilion' where the heroine's spirit wanders after death until she is reunited with her lover.

The Black - haired Ghost is well - known. It is often depicted as a very scary figure in many Chinese ghost stories, usually representing the vengeful and malevolent side of ghosts. Also, there is Judge Cui. He is in charge of the underworld in some stories and decides the fate of ghosts and souls, which makes him an important character in Chinese ghost story lore.

It's hard to say if there are 'famous' ones. But consider this: in a place like the Manoa Chinese Cemetery, there could be stories about a vengeful spirit. Maybe a person who was wronged in life and now haunts the cemetery, causing strange events. For example, people might say that during a full moon, things get really spooky in there. They could hear screams or see strange lights, which they believe are related to this vengeful spirit. Also, there might be stories about a kind - hearted ghost who helps lost souls find their way in the afterlife, and is sometimes seen as a benevolent figure in the cemetery at night.