Chinese culture blog

Chinese culture goes back thousands of years. From its diverse people and fascinating customs, China has a rich and colorful culture.

If you want to learn more, read some of the articles in our Chinese culture blog.

They’re packed full of interesting information to help you understand China today.

What documentaries about China can you watch on Netflix?

by Mike Cairnduff | Updated May 5, 2022

There are very few documentaries about China on Netflix. Filming thought-provoking stories from...

Top 16 things that China is known and famous for

by Gayle Aggiss | Updated March 26, 2022

How much do you actually know about China? This country has only fairly recently come onto the...

Lucky and unlucky Chinese numbers

by Daniel Nalesnik | Updated December 8, 2021

Chinese numbers have a certain magic to them. Even though many people now dismiss the belief in...

The greatest Chinese inventions of all time

by Mike Cairnduff | Updated December 30, 2021

The Chinese have created some of the world’s greatest inventions. Chinese civilization goes back...

Chinese culture from A to Z

by Mike Cairnduff | Updated February 14, 2022

Do you want to find out about Chinese culture? Do you want to find out what Chinese people...

Let’s celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival!

by Olivia Seaton-Hill | Updated September 16, 2021

Have you heard of Mid-Autumn Festival? Also known as Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, this...

The story of Qu Yuan and Dragon Boat Festival

by Olivia Seaton-Hill | Updated August 17, 2021

The death of Chinese poet Qu Yuan shaped today’s Dragon Boat Festival. This festival is a rich...

8 unique Chinese cultural norms you’ve probably never heard of

by Kim Ooi | Updated August 12, 2021

Want to learn about some unique Chinese cultural norms? I’ve lived and worked in China for several...

The 10 most popular sports in China (and some that aren’t)

by Mike Cairnduff | Updated November 23, 2021

Many Chinese people have a keen interest in sport. Whether it’s participating in sport or simply...

Who are the most famous Chinese people?

by Mike Cairnduff | Updated September 27, 2021

If you were asked to reel off the names of some famous Chinese people, could you do that easily? Here’s a list of the most famous Chinese people, past and present. Test your knowledge!

Overcoming the language barrier (how I communicate with my Chinese girlfriend)

by Kim Ooi | Updated May 17, 2021

How do you overcome the language barrier? Well, I have lived in China for many years now, and have...

Christmas in China – what is it like?

by Mike Cairnduff | Updated November 15, 2021

Are you looking for information about Christmas in China? Well, you’ve come to the right place!...

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