Winning Stratagems – Thirty-Six Stratagems
Deceiving the Heavens to Cross the Sea (瞞天過海) This scheme about deceit and disguise is usually listed as number one of the well-known “Thirty-Six Stratagems. … Read more
Chinese Culture
Thirty-Six Stratagems: Ancient Chinese Ruses Still Work
Almost all Chinese speakers know the famous “Thirty-Six Stratagems” and many apply these strategies or practical ruses in warfare, politics, business, gaming, and even daily … Read more
Traditional Chinese Food: What Food Do Chinese Eat?
When we review the history of Chinese cuisine, we notice that it is marked by both variety and change. Since ancient times, food used to … Read more
The Top 8 Chinese Regional Cuisines
Chinese regional cuisines are different cuisines found in different provinces and prefectures of China as well as from larger Chinese communities overseas. A number of … Read more
Confucius, Confucianism, and Confucian Classics
American sinologist William Theodore de Bary once said that “If we were to characterize in one word the Chinese way of life for the last … Read more
Loess Plateau: Birthplace of Ancient Chinese Civilization
Loess has not only shaped the Loess Plateau but also nurtured and nourished China’s “yellow civilization.” The Loess Plateau is the birthplace of Chinese civilization, … Read more
Chinese Characters: History, Evolution, and Characteristics
The official language of the People’s Republic of China (PRC for short) is Chinese, which is based on the northern dialect. It is usually referred … Read more
Chinese Chopsticks: History, How to Use, and Taboos
It is said that there are generally three ways for people of picking up food to eat: 40% of people grasp or tear food with … Read more
Chinese Tea Culture: History, Customs, and Ceremony
China, the homeland of tea, is the first country to grow, produce and drink tea. Throughout the dynastic history of China, the enthusiasm of the … Read more
The Four Great Towers in Ancient China
Yueyang Tower, Yellow Crane Tower, Tengwang Pavilion and Penglai Pavilion are the four famous towers in China, whose unique architectural styles are of great significance … Read more
Ancient Chinese Gardens: History, Elements, and Culture
During the long history of the Chinese nation, two main garden traditions have gradually formed: the vast imperial gardens and the private gardens. The former … Read more
Chinese Flowers Symbolism: Top 10 Flowers in China
China particularly loves its native lotus flowers, camellia, azalea, peonies, chrysanthemums, etc. Perfumed and exquisite, these flowers are symbols of purity, perseverance, renewal and devotion. … Read more