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Year of the Pig: Pigs in Chinese Culture
According to the Chinese calendar, 2019 is going to be the “Year of the Pig”. So today, let’s look at pigs in Chinese culture – and see how these animals have been regarded in China through history. Pigs in Traditional Chinese Culture Since the dawn of time, Chinese people have had a special kind of affection towards […]
History of New Year in China
The word 元旦 yuándàn, which refers to the first day of the New Year in China, has a long history. But which New Year does it refer to – the Lunar or the Gregorian? And what’s the difference difference between 元旦 yuándàn and 春节 chūnjié? Origins of New Year in China The first and earliest mention of 元旦 […]
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Chinese Golden Week Holidays
Next week it’s going to be a long, 7-day holiday in China – the National Day holiday (国庆节 Guóqìngjié), often referred to as the “Golden Week” (黄金周 Huángjīnzhōu). There are two weeks like that during the year. In China, most workers only have these Chinese festivals (and a few public holidays) as their time off. In this […]
Numbers in Chinese Culture: Good & Bad
In any culture, there is always a part – big or small – that has something to do with superstitions. Chinese culture is of no exception. Chinese people are extremely superstitious about many things (you can become our student and get known about other things in the funniest way). An area that, perhaps, strikes out the most is numbers and dates. People are very […]
6 Habits that Make Chinese People Different
Every country has its own culture, and China is of no exception here. Many foreigners, after living in China for several years, have noticed some drastic differences between the western culture and the Chinese culture. They’re also baffled by some Chinese people’s habits that can be observed in their daily life. In this article, we’re […]
Top 5 Things Young Chinese People Like
China’s economy is growing rapidly and it offers numerous job opportunities to young people. However, as a result of the rapid economic growth, Chinese people are faced with big work pressure and often don’t have much time left for themselves apart from weekends. It’s interesting to know what young people in China like to do […]
What to Expect at a Chinese Wedding
An unforgettable wedding is what every girl is longing for because presumably you’ll have it only once in your life. The concept of “family” has a high value in the Chinese culture, and that’s probably why Chinese people are willing to spend fortunes of money on holding an extraordinary wedding. If you have a Chinese […]
What is Traditional Chinese Clothing?
Traditional clothing plays a vital role in any country’s history and life. The features of traditional clothing vary with different geographic areas and different periods of time in history. Is there one traditional Chinese clothing style? The design of traditional Chinese clothing has its unique characteristics in different time periods. That is why it’s […]
What Is My Chinese Zodiac Animal?
The Chinese zodiac has been around for thousands of years and used to be the main astrological belief that Chinese people based their actions and predictions on. It is believed that the animals in the zodiac represents the characters of the people born under each zodiac sign. We will explore the following: What is Chinese […]
3 Typical Chinese Souvenirs
If you are a foreigner working or living in Shanghai, it would be a good idea to buy some traditional Chinese souvenirs for your family and friends, no matter whether you are going back home for holiday or permanently. China is a paradise for souvenirs, there are so many things to choose from when you [...]
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What is CCTV’s Chinese New Year Gala Show?
Since 1983, Chinese families have sat down to wrap dumplings and watch CCTV’s Chinese New Year Gala on television on s Eve. It’s a Chinese New Year’s Eve tradition that nearly every family in China participates in. The Chinese New Year Gala features a variety of skits and performances. The show might seem difficult to understand or enjoy. […]
Your Guide To Chinese New Year Superstitions
This January 28th will mark the beginning of a new year for Chinese people. The date is selected based on the Lunar Calendar and it changes every year. Each year is also represented by one of the twelve animals on the Chinese horoscope wheel. And this new year will be the year of the rooster. [...]
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Top 4 Funny Chinese Phrases Of 2016
Welcome to our roundup of the funniest or most ridiculous Chinese phrases in 2016. Chinese social media is a completely different beast from its western counterpart in the online world. Chinese netizens are known for coming up with quirky and creative Chinese phrases for just about anything that is currently going on. They’re quick to react [...]
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The Real Truth Of Cupping, A Chinese Therapy
Author Thomas M. A foreign student who's lived in China for 3 years During the 2016 Olympics, Michael Phelps was spotted with some brownish circular marks on his back. Chinese people and those who have been to China would know right away what those are – cupping marks. Yes, even Michael Phelps believes in the [...]
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