Part One: Why do Chinese Like Red? When it comes to Chinese New Year, red is widely used in China. Firecrackers, spring scrolls, lanterns, clothes and red envelopes are all in red. When you turn on the TV, you can…
Jane He is a translator for Anyofchina.com. She loves anything about China, especially Chinese festivals, Chinese culture, Chinese ethnicity, Chinese food, and many cool facts about China. Being a Chinese, Jane is passionate about spreading anything with Chinese characteristics to people worldwide drawing on her experience, knowledge, and understanding of her homeland.
Why Do Chinese Like Drinking Hot Water
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“Drinking more hot water” represents the most sincere wish of Chinese people for others. It is said that Chinese girls tend to receive the message “drinking more hot water” more than six times a month. Although girls may dislike their…
Why Do Chinese People Eat Tang Yuan on Lantern Festival
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“Tang Yuan” (汤圆) in English: The 15th day of the first month of the lunar calendar marks a traditional Chinese festival, the Lantern Festival. In China, the Lantern Festival is a crucial traditional festival only second to the Chinese Spring…
Chinese New Year: Origins, Customs, and Blessings (2023)
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Chinese New Year Time The Zodiac Year Chinese New Year 2023 Sunday, January 22 Year of the Rabbit Chinese New Year 2024 Saturday, February 10 Year of Dragon Chinese New Year 2025 Wednesday, January 29 Year of Snake Chinese New…
Chinese Guzheng/Zither: Origin, String, and Styles
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The Definition of Guzheng Guzheng is the plucked zither in China. It is a zither-like stringed instrument with at least 18 strings and moveable bridges. Played with a plectrum, Guzheng originates from the traditional music of China. Guzheng can be…
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It is known to us all that China is a nation with 56 people. While Han people remain the largest majority, Zhuang Chinese is the largest minority. If you are interested in Chinese culture or just want to know more…
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China’s Mid-autumn Festival: 10 Things You Need to Know
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Also called: When: Even if you are not Chinese, you may have learned about the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival. Also known as the “Moon Festival” or “Mooncake Festival”, China’s Mid-Autumn Festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month…
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