In ancient Chinese, numerous outstanding literary masters emerged, who, with their own talents and wisdom, accomplished breathtaking works of poetry that have been passed down from generation to generation. The fragrance of the link used by these poets carries the…
Born and raised in China, Jane is the creator behind AnyofChina. She’s deeply passionate about exploring and sharing all things Chinese — from festivals, ethnic customs, and food to fascinating culture and little-known stories. Through her experience and understanding of her homeland, she aims to connect global readers with authentic Chinese culture in ways that are engaging, accurate, and full of heart.
Top 10 Chinese Liquor Brands You Should Know
Top 10 Chinese Liquor Brands You Should Know
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In China’s long history of alcohol, liquor has played an indispensable role. The millennial inheritance of techniques and unique flavors make Chinese liquor (“Baijiu” or Chiew) widely known at home and abroad, and become one of the irreplaceable quintessences of…
Top 11 Must-Visit Attractions in Hunan (Most Popular)
Top 11 Must-Visit Attractions in Hunan (Most Popular)
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Hunan is a Chinese province with beautiful natural scenery and very rich historical and humanistic landscapes. This province is home to world-famous geological wonders such as Zhangjiajie, Hengshan Mountain with its global reputation, Phoenix Ancient Town, the poetic, picturesque and…
Top 10 Hunan Cuisine Dishes You Have to Try
Top 10 Hunan Cuisine Dishes You Have to Try
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It is known that Hunan is home to various special snacks, especially Changsha stinky tofu. What are the other categories of Hunan food? Famous Hunan cuisines include Changde beef noodles, sugar and oil cake, Changsha-flavored shrimp, Dong’an chicken, and spicy…
10 Best Places to Visit in Inner Mongolia (2023 Update)
10 Best Places to Visit in Inner Mongolia (2023 Update)
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Inner Mongolia has the largest grassland pastoral area in China, with a vast area covering plateaus, mountains, hills, plains, deserts, rivers, lakes, and other landscapes, spanning the four major water systems of the Yellow River, the Ergun River, the Nenjiang…
Why was the Han period considered as a golden age of the Chinese history? What are the golden periods of the Han dynasty? Is “Han people” related to the Han dynasty? You can find answers to these questions from this…
Chinese Chopsticks: Why do Chinese People Use It to Eat?
Chinese Chopsticks: Why do Chinese People Use It to Eat?
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Why do Westerners use knives and forks for their meals, while Chinese people use chopsticks for eating? This article will give you the answer and tell you how to use chopsticks and the etiquette in using chopsticks for eating. 1….
Why Do Chinese People Like Red and Avoid White
Why Do Chinese People Like Red and Avoid White
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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…
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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
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…