Chinese Culture: Ancient China Traditions and Customs, History, Religion

China History
Let's explore this time-honored oriental kingdom with over 5,000 years' story. Qin Ming Han Qing Tang Chronology

Food and Drink

The aroma of the local food plus a sip of Chinese tea make up an irresistible paradise for people who live to eat.

Chinese Zodiac
Chinese years are represented by twelve zodiacal animal signs below. People born in the years of different signs have distinctive personality, compatibility, and fortune. Rat Ox Tiger Rabbit Dragon Snake Horse Sheep Monkey Rooster Dog Pig

Arts and Crafts

Ancient Chinese are endowed with wisdom in their traditional arts, creating wonderful handicrafts like silk and porcelain.

Astrology
Chinese Calendar

Lucky Number

I Ching

Feng Shui
China Holidays
Chinese New Year

National Holidays

Traditional Festivals

Ethnic Minority Festivals

Tourism Festivals
Chinese Kung Fu

Kung Fu is the quintessence of ancient Chinese culture.
Shaolin Martial Arts

Tai Chi

Qigong

Ethnic Groups

Diverse peoples and cultures enable a colorful destination where you can find exquisite ethnic handcrafts, folk customs, and delicious ethnic minority food.

Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture

Herbal Medicine

Massage

Religions and Beliefs

This is a guide to the origin, vicissitude, and essence of religions in China. One can visit famous temples, sacred mountains, and other religious shrines.

Ancient Architecture

The ancient oriental architecture has enjoyed a long history, leaving a number of manmade wonders such as the Great Wall.

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Questions & Answers on China Culture

Asked by LESYA94 | Mar. 26, 2020 04:14

could you kindly suggest me some books about spring festival couplets?

I have to write my thesis for graduate school and the topic is about chinese spring festival couplets. I have to give an historical and anthropological analysis about this subject, but it's so hard to find some books in english. Please could you kindly suggest me something?
Thank you so much.
Best regards,
Lesya

Asked by Sony from INDIA | Mar. 23, 2020 22:43

Will I be able to find job. Which year will bring good luck to me?

My date of birth 16 th june 1986. I lost my job last December. Will I be able to get job soon? Which year will be lucky fo me?

Answers (1)

Answered by Cindy from POLAND | Mar. 24, 2020 02:55

It is said that 2020 will be a good year for you to find a job. You should have more confidence about yourself. Keep looking for a job and you will finally get one. :)

Asked by Laura from UNITED STATES | Mar. 22, 2020 20:20

I’m a a dragon born in 1964. I’ve been with my GF for 4 years, engaged 1.5 years. We live together.

She is a little nervous about getting married a second time. Will we get married?

Answers (1)

Answered by Sally from UKRAINE | Mar. 23, 2020 23:03

Oh, don't worry about this. You are born to be a perfect couple. The prediction shows that you would have a large chance to get married. Good luck!

Asked by Tam from PHILIPPINES | Mar. 22, 2020 00:33

Lucky numbers born in August 10, 1985

Hi, I'm born from the Philippines and my birthday is August 10, 1985. May I know my lucky numbers?

Answers (1)

Answered by Robert from UKRAINE | Mar. 23, 2020 23:02

1, 9

Asked by Smiley 64 from PUERTO RICO | Mar. 17, 2020 11:46

Is this year, 2020, the best one to get a brand-new career far away from my hometown?

I'm an Arien Wood Dragoness born on April 4, 1964 and I'd like to know in details is this Year of the Gold, Metal or White Mouse or Rat, 2020, is the best one or not to get a braand-new career far away from my hometown.

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Answered by Lois from DENMARK | Mar. 21, 2020 00:07

Yes, based on the prediction, 2020 will be a good year for you to obtain a new career. The new and fresh environment will motivate you to get some successes. Besides, you actually have outstanding abilities that can be successful!