Hay 12 animales en el Zodiaco Chino. Todos llegaron al ser llamados por Buda y una competencia determino su orden en el ciclo del Zodiaco, adivina quien llego primero y como lo logro...
There are 12 animals in the Chinese Zodiac. They came when Buddha summoned them to him. A race was held to determine which would be first in the cycle, guess who came in first and why?
2025 is the year of the Snake, the year of the Wood Snake to be more precise. What does it have in store for you? What about babies born in the Year of the Snake? The Snake is intense and determined. The Wood element is associated with all living things, it represents the spring or life renewal process... What will the Snake combined with the Wood element bring in 2025?
China Time Zones: are there different time zones in China, what is the time difference with China from my home country and is there Daylight Savings Time in China?
Weather in China can encompass a wide range of temperatures and conditions throughout the year. As a general rule, the Spring (April and May) and Autumn (September and October) months are very pleasant to travel in China. Temperatures are enjoyable and there's fewer crowds, except for national holiday times. Here's what to expect weatherwise in some of China's most popular destinations.
Your most frequent Chinese Money questions: Paying in China, where do I change money, will my ATM work, how much money should I bring to China, can I pay with credit card, using Alipay and WeChat pay for tourists...
China Money Facts: The official Chinese currency is the Renminbi which you will also see it referred as the Yuan. Here are some facts about China's currency, bank notes, and China's CBDC Central Bank Digital Currency e-CNY
The Old Town is the most traditional Chinese part of town. And this is where you find the Yu Yuan Gardens, an exquisite example of traditional Ming garden design built over 400 years ago. Here's a glimpse from our latest stroll down the Old Town, the Yu Yuan Gardens and Bazaars and the City God Temple.
The Bund is Shanghai's most famous waterfront promenade, a 2 kilometer stretch along the west bank of the Huangpu River, lined with landmark colonial buildings on one side, and the most striking views of the Pudong skyline on the other. Here are some pictures from our latest stroll down the Bund in Shanghai.
Shanghai is one of the world's most vibrant cities, a place where East meets West, Old meets New... This is such a dynamic city, a city for wandering... catching glimpses of ancient traditions and customs as you stroll the Old Town, and looking into the future as you traipse through ultra-modern skyscrapers, fast trains and and iconic skyline. Here's where to soak it all in and our top 10 things to do in Shanghai to get you started!
China visa-free entry rules have eased considerably in 2024 with a new 15-day visa-free entry policy for mostly European passports, visa-free entry for cruise passengers, and continuation of the 72 and 144 hour visa-free entry stopover. Here are the latest china visa-free entry news.
China Visa New Rules for 2024: Who needs one, how and when to apply for a China Visa.
The Great Wall of China snaking through 4,000 miles across the mountains of northern China beckons... Where should you go? Can anybody climb it? Yes, even for grandparents and kids, there is a segment suitable for everyone. Some sections are fully restored and provide easier access, some offer cable cars that save you a lot of climbing, and some are in a more rustic condition offering a more authentic experience and a more challenging hike if you prefer.
The Hong Kong Chinese New Year Parade, the Fireworks, the markets, the lion dances, the lantern festivals... This is how Hong Kong celebrates Chinese New Year! And in 2024, as we celebrate the oncoming Year of the Dragon, all highlight events are back for the first time in four years. Here's what's happening this Lunar New Year in Hong Kong.
Chinese New Year is on February 10, 2024, the Year of the Dragon. The lion dances, the feasts, the parades, the lanterns, the firecrackers! Of all the Chinese festivals, Chinese New Year is for kids of all ages the most loved and anticipated...
Two long-standing traditions of the Chinese New Year festivities take place in Beijing every year: colorful and lively Temple Fairs and bright and noisy firecrackers. There is lots happening during the celebrations which take place throughout the city. Have a harmonious, healthy and peaceful Spring Festival.
2024 is the Chinese year of the Dragon, the Wood Dragon to be more precise. What does that mean? What does it have in store? What about babies born in the Year of the Dragon? Find out!
Let's explore the many aspects of Chinese culture, from food to festivals, to dancing lions and dragons. Speaking of Dragons? 2024 is the year of the Dragon! Come and learn with us!
Staying connected in China: will your cell phone work in China? How about your iPad or tablet? Tips for accessing the internet in China, about wifi, mobile networks and SIM cards.
Coming up with Beijing Top 10 Tourist Attractions is no easy task as the city is home to many of China's most famous historical sights including renowned UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. Beyond historical sites, Beijing is a city that has transformed into a vital, fashionable and vibrant city with many attractions showcasing this transformation, the Olympic Village and a thriving contemporary Art district are examples. Here's our top 10 to get you started!
On the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, or around June in our Calendar, the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival takes place. These are very noisy, colorful and exciting events with hundreds of teams of rowers competing in this great tradition. Dragon Boat Festival is on June 22, 2023.
China Facts which should give you a brief introduction to this fascinating country. Whether you are researching a bit about China for a school project or just want to learn more about the land and its people, these pages will get you started.
The Dragon dance is an important part of the Chinese New Year celebrations. It is carried on by a team of performers who hold the dragon up on poles, raising and lowering the Dragon making him dance.
The Chinese Dragon and Lion Dances are often confused. They are both part of traditional Chinese celebrations, and both are thought to bring good luck and scare away the evil spirits. However, the Dragon Dance is performed by a team of a dozen or so dancers, whereas the Lion performance is acted out by only two dancers.
According to Chinese New Year traditions, you must clean your house from top to bottom to get rid off all the bad luck gathered in the past year, settle all your debts, and put away all your knives, sonst the good luck will be cut-off!
What are some common Chinese New Year Greetings? How do you wish someone a Happy New Year in Chinese? Here are some of the most common phrases and sayings during this most important of holidays. Learn how to write them and make your own greeting cards and banners.
Let's make some easy Chinese New Year crafts to decorate the house and get in the festive mood, here we show you how to make paper lanterns and banners with messages of good luck and fortune, easy for home or a school project.
So how do Chinese Deck the Halls? For traditional Chinese New Year decorations instead of shiny red Christmas balls we have shiny red lanterns, orange and mandarin trees replace the Christmas tree, and no boughs of holly, nor red berries... try plum and cherry blossoms instead!
Chinese New Year Firecrackers are lit in front of houses and stores so that the evil spirits are scared away from the loud noises. Paper firecrackers are often used as decorations to add to the lively atmosphere of any Chinese celebration, here's how to make some!
The Chinese New Year celebrations begin on New Year's Day... red envelopes, feasts, lion dances, dragons and firecrackers... all for the next 15 days...
Let's make some easy Chinese New Year banners and signs with messages of good luck and prosperity. We show you how to write them stroke by stroke.
2023 is the Chinese year of the Rabbit, the Water Rabbit to be more precise. What does that mean? What does it have in store? What about babies born in the Year of the Rabbit? Find out!
Singapore is a riot of colors and lights during the Chinese New Year festivities: Street Light Ups, Carnivals, Parades and of course fireworks! The Chinese New Year Light Up is underway in Chinatown, the Chingay Parade is back with its iconic floats and the River Hongbao Festival comes once again to Gardens by the Sea.
Vancouver celebrates Chinese New Year in grand style with the signature Chinatown Spring Festival Parade and an array of flower markets, cultural performances, kung fu and acrobatics, family crafts, lantern making... Here's how Vancouver will be welcoming the Year of the Rabbit in 2023.
Sydney's Chinese New Year Festival is one of the biggest celebrations outside of China and runs for a couple of weeks with Lunar Markets, Pop Up Food Festivals, Lion Dances, Fireworks and even Dragon Boat Racing on the last weekend of the Festival. Here's how Sydney will be welcoming the Year of the Rabbit in 2023!
Chinese New Year celebrations in New York are some of the liveliest most colorful outside of Asia and include a fantastic Firecracker Ceremony on New Year's Day and a fabulous Lunar New Year Parade thru Chinatown with thousands of revelers coming in to celebrate the New Year. Fireworks for 2023 have not yet been announced, stay tuned!
San Francisco's Chinese New Year celebrations have to be one of the largest and most colorful in the world: colorful flower bazaars, lively street markets and the fabulous and iconic Golden Dragon Parade, the highlight of the festivities, they are all coming back full force to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit in 2023!
Traditional Chinese Festivals are the life-blood of Chinese life and culture. They are all rich in tradition, history, great food, dazzling lights and flashy decorations! Take a look at these wonderful celebrations!
2022 is the Chinese year of the Tiger, the Water Tiger to be more precise. What does that mean? What does it have in store? What about babies born in the Year of the Tiger? Find out!
The Moon Festival comes on the 8th full moon of the year. On this night, the moon is at its brightest. Friends and family gather together to enjoy the moonlight and of course eat mooncakes. Also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival, it will be on September 29, 2023.
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Escoger las 10 principales atracciones turisticas de Pekin no es una tarea facil, ya que la ciudad es sede de muchos de los lugares historicos mas famosos de China, incluyendo sitios del Patrimonio Mundial de la UNESCO como la Ciudad Prohibida y la Gran Muralla. Ademas Pekin es una ciudad moderna, vital y vibrante con muchas atracciones que muestran esta transformacion como la Villa Olimpica o los distritos de arte contemporaneo. Hay mucho que visitar en esta ciudad!
In February 2022 Beijing is set to make history as the first city to ever host both Summer and Winter Olympic Games. The games are scheduled to take place from February 4 - 20, 2022. Here are some fun facts about the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, latest on the Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Olympic Venues, Mascot, Logo, highlight events and more.
Celebrating Chinese New Year is for kids of all ages a most anticipated event. There are the traditions and many new ways people everywhere are celebrating the festivities. See how this holiday is being celebrated by kids around the world!
Top Destinations in China: China is such a great land, where to go? There is history, traditions and natural beauty in spades... and in total contrast, our megacities are a dazzling array of jaw-dropping skylines and futuristic infrastructure. So where should you start? What is there to do with the kids? Read on!
Hong Kong is a lively and energetic city that is proud to show off its distinctive Chinese and colonial heritage. Get ready to discover a fascinating metropolis which once was not more than a congregation of small fishing villages. This is where state-of-the-art skyscrapers overlook old-style Chinese tradition... the temples, the old alleys, the markets... Here's our top 10 Hong Kong attractions to get you started!
Principales destinos en China: China es una tierra inmensa, como decidir a donde ir? Hay historia, tradiciones y belleza natural en abundancia... y en un contraste total, las metropolis deslumbrantes con su infraestructura futurista... Por donde comenzar? Cuales son los mejores lugares que visitar con chicos? Aqui te guiamos...
Just a short drive from the skyscrapers and concrete sprawl of Shanghai you find a contrasting landscape of picturesque water towns and villages in the surrounding area which is entwined with canals, greenery and an easygoing and peaceful air. Come to admire the architectural beauty of the well-preserved towns, the very old houses lined up along the canals, the bridges criss-crossing them, the courtyards and pavillions brimming with centuries of history, and the uniqueness of the traditional waterfront culture. Here are the best watertowns near Shanghai that make an easy day or half-day trip.
2021 is the Chinese year of the Ox, the Metal Ox to be more precise. What does that mean? What does it have in store? What about babies born in the Year of the Ox? Find out!
The Chinese New Year Red Envelope is one of the favorite Chinese traditions for children since on New Year's Day, they are given the shiny things with money inside! Who gives, who gets, how much?
Let's make some easy Chinese New Year lanterns to decorate the house, hang by entrances, place on tables, liven up the classroom! All you need is some paper, gold and red, of course our lucky colors, scissors and glue.
Chinese New Year in London is normally a flurry of colorful and energetic lions and dragons parading through the streets, crackling sounds of firecrackers, lively cultural performances, opera, kung fu, acrobats, craft markets and stalls and of course, this being a Chinese festival, food food food! Here's how London will be welcoming the Year of the Rabbit in 2023.