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Do You Know Sichuan’s Most Delicious Main Dishes?
Living in China is a life changing experience for foreigners who have been used to the western lifestyle and culture. Not only do we change our habits, way of thinking …
2018-02-03
How to Haggle in Chinese Markets
Haggling in street markets and smaller shops is a part of everyday life in China. As a tourist you will be marked out as someone who might pay over the …
2018-02-03
What the West Can Learn From China
It is no secret that China has undergone an unimaginable transformation in recent years, both socio-economical, and cultural. The same magnitude of development that many Western countries have undergone over …
2018-02-03
The Most Important Figures in Chinese History
China has played a critical role throughout world history, dominating the politics of East Asia, contributing great innovations, and leaving a lasting legacy. Sadly, though, people in the U.S. tend …
2018-02-02
How to Choose Your Chinese Name
Most of us live with whatever name our parents picked for us, way before they even met us in person. We might secretly wish for a different name, one which …
2018-02-02
10 Things I Miss the Most About Living in China
After spending three months working and travelling in China, I have come to the conclusion that it is both absolutely amazing and completely crazy in equal measures. After spending three …
2018-02-02
How To Make A Wish Like A Chinese
A new year marks a fresh start for people from all around the world. On the 1st of January, 2018 people will be waking up determined to make a change …
2018-02-01
China Tightens Grip On Overseas ATM Withdrawals
China has further tightened its grip on stemming the outflow of money from the world’s second largest economy by slapping a US$15,000 annual limit on overseas ATM withdrawals. China has …
2018-02-01
China’s Ban On Ivory Sales Comes Into Force
China’s complete ban on ivory trade went into effect on Sunday, officials said, a major step forward in Beijing’s efforts to rein in what was once the world’s largest market …
2018-02-01
Cool Days, Warm Soaks: Six Best Hot Springs Near Shanghai
Nothing makes a better getaway than a warm spring bath during this frosty season. Here we list several renowned hot spring resorts near Shanghai, in case you are looking for …
2018-01-12