In ancient China, COINS were the main form of money. These COINS can be made of copper, iron, lead, gold and silver and have different shapes, weights and markings. Different…
All Kinds of Puppet Shows are Very Popular in China
There are several forms of puppet shows in China. It is unclear who developed it first.The Chinese puppet theaters come in four forms: marionettes on strings or wires, rod puppets,…
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Everything is a Balance of Yin and Yang
Although the main ideas and techniques of TCM are thousands of years old, these medical practices are still widely adopted in China and even around the world. In China, you…
How to Buy Traditional Chinese Clothes in China
Want to bring back the right gift from your adventure in China? Why not wear something? Traditional Chinese clothing is a good way to bring part of the east home.…
Chinese Fortune Telling, Containing Ancient Wisdom
There are many types of fortune-telling in China, each of which has similarities and differences with western fortune-telling. This is an introduction to Chinese fortune-telling, if you want to do…
Xi’an Great Mosque, the Largest Mosque in China
The Great Mosque, located at 30 Huajue (Change Feeling) Lane in the center of the city, is the largest and one of the most important Islamic places of worship in China. The…
The Shu School of Chinese Embroidery, The Symbol of Chengdu
The art of embroidery was widely spread throughout China during the han dynasty. There were four different styles or schools of embroidery, although each peaked after the silk road trade…
Naked Marriage in China, the Most Fashionable Wedding Style for the 1980’s
A naked marriage is one that does not buy a car, a house, a wedding ring or even a wedding banquet. The couple just got married at the registry office.…
How to Use a Squat Toilet in China
The use of squat toilets in China may not be among the "top 10" choices for holidaymakers, but it often becomes part of their Chinese experience. Public toilets are becoming…
Foot Bindin in Ancient China
Foot binding was the practice of curling young girls' feet to modify their shape. It was prevalent in ancient China. Bound feet, about 10 cm in size, were considered attractive in…