What does Guba mean?

Eight is a very important number in ancient times. In the traditional culture of China, "Eight Diagrams", "Eight Immortals" and "Eight Hutongs" all reflect its important position. Even in ancient geography, "Eight Famines" were used to describe the frontier of China. In terms of religious belief, Buddhism has "eight senses" and Taoism has "eight poles". All these show the importance of "Eight" in the ancient culture of China.

The Eight Immortals are the Eight Immortals in folklore. Some people think they are real, others think they are fictional characters. Every Eight Immortals has its own story and characteristics. People worship them and think that they can protect themselves and their families' peace, health and happiness. In the traditional culture of China, "Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea" is a very famous story, which reflects the superb skills of the Eight Immortals and the mysterious characteristics of the immortals.

"Eight diagrams" is an ancient divination method, which consists of three long lines and three short lines. These symbols represent different elements (such as fire, wood, water, earth, gold and thunder) and various orientations. Using "gossip" divination can predict the future and solve difficulties. In ancient China, "gossip" had more extensive uses. For example, in architecture, people can use "eight diagrams" to determine orientation and predict good or bad luck.