The Chinese Character for Jade, 玉
Let’s do an easy word this time - The Chinese character for jade!
玉 (yù) is another word based on the ideogram for king, 王 (wáng). The only difference ...
‘China’s Mona Lisa’ Is Almost 6 Yards Long
One of the most famous Chinese paintings, often referred to as "China's Mona Lisa," has a connection to the annual Qingming Festival that is celebrated in April...
Tips on Drinking Tea for the Elderly
Many retired people enjoy sipping tea while reading a newspaper, yet few are aware of both the benefits and drawbacks to drinking tea. Few can argue against the...
Greater Than the Sky: Reflections on the Classic Sayings of Laozi
Laozi was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer. He is known as the reputed author of the Tao Te Ching, the founder of philosophical Taoism, and a deity in...
5 Sleeping Positions That Reveal Your Destiny
Who would’ve thought that even the way you sleep can reveal things about you? According to traditional Chinese medicine, sleeping positions indicate character...
Philip Ng on Bruce Lee: A Talk With the Star of ‘Birth of the Dragon’
When two prizefighters du-jour square off for a match, it often gets hyped by the media as the “Fight of the Century.” Some of these events go on to become ...
7 of the Best Hidden China Travel Destinations
Here are seven of the best hidden China travel destinations, which are not so famous and thus are far less crowded.
Yi Chun in Heilongjiang: Appreciate the ling...
The Positive Power of Meditation on Your Health
Meditation can restore your body to its optimal condition and enhance the functions of internal organs. It is especially beneficial for people with chronic dise...
Giuseppe Castiglione’s Chinese Paintings
Giuseppe Castiglione (July 19, 1688-July 17, 1766) was an Italian Jesuit Brother, a missionary in China, and a painter at the Royal Court of the emperor, who ha...
The Legend of Chinese Steamed Buns
The history of mántou (饅頭), or Chinese steamed buns, in China goes back to the Eastern Zhou Dynasty (771 B.C.). At that time, people were already steaming ...
