"The Legend of the White Snake" is a famous Chinese folktale about a beautiful white snake spirit named Bai Suzhen who transforms into a woman. She falls in love with a mortal man named Xu Xian, and they marry. However, their happiness is threatened by a monk named Fa Hai, who believes that spirits and humans should not be together. The story explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle between good and evil. Bai Suzhen uses her magical powers to protect Xu Xian, but Fa Hai tries to separate them, leading to a dramatic confrontation. The tale has been adapted into various forms of art, including opera and film.