Blog Category - Chinese Culture
From the history of commerce via waterways, we head into the city center to explore a different kind of path within…
This Sunday (Mar 9) will see the launch of Spittoon Literary Magazine's latest work, an anthology titled Ten Thousand Miles of Clouds and Moons.
Chinese netizens have developed a playful and efficient way to communicate online using letter abbreviations and number codes.
Let's take a closer look at the background, history and skills behind this intriguing edible craft.
The Chinese Zodiac is an enticing part of the culture during Spring Festival, so let's dive deeper into its origins and learn more about its deep...
Longtime Hainan resident Nicki Johnson honors the island that has shaped her life.
With CNY approaching, it's time to dust off polite phrases before you get knocked upside the head with baijiu and fireworks.
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Beijing's “ghost markets” can be traced back to the late Qing dynasty and the early Republic of China.
From the Dongsi Hutong Museum, we turn our attention to a spot that recalls when Beijing went by another name.
Each year, a selection of buzzwords captures the evolving zeitgeist of Chinese society.
Everything you need to know about xiaohan aka "minor cold"
Beijing is home to over 40,000 ancient trees. These are a few old trees worth checking out.
While more of a massive art show than a museum, this space on Dongsisitiao is still a nice place to visit and contemplate.
Located along the Central Axis north of Yongdingmen, this temple is less popular than the Temple of Heaven but still boasts a lot of historical...
Once the site of Beijing's outer city gate, Yongdingmen Park now serves as the starting point of the city's newest UNESCO heritage site.
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