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Top 10 Folk Arts in China
1. Zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting In ancient China, playing the zither (古琴, Guqin), the game of go (围棋, Weiqi), calligraphy, and painting (Chinese painting) were skills that literati (including some famous ladies) had to master to cultivate their health and sexuality, collectively called zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting. The Guqin is one of the oldest plucked instruments in China, Go was pioneered by China, calligraphy is a traditional art unique to China, and ink painting is also unique to China. Therefore, zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting embody the long history and traditional culture of China. 2. Opera Opera is a traditional Chinese theatrical form with a long history of origins. According to incomplete statistics, there are more than 360 kinds of operas and plays in various ethnic areas in China, with tens of thousands of traditional repertoire. Some of the more popular and famous plays are: Peking Opera, Kunqu, Yue Opera, Qin Opera, Hebei Operas, Anqing Huangmei Opera, Hunan Huagu Opera and so on, especially Peking Opera is the most popular and spread all over the country, not limited by the region. 3. Shadow puppetry Shadow puppetry, which originated in Shaanxi during the Western Han Dynasty, is the world's… -
4 Best Tips for Visiting Beijing City
When making a tourist trip to a big city like Beijing, the capital of China, it is important to have a first vision of what you are going to find when you get there. It is also important to have a basic knowledge of the history of the Chinese capital that allows you to understand the significance of the main places you are going to visit. To this end, here we are going to tell you some basic facts and historical curiosities and we are going to give you some tips for your visit to Beijing, a visit that is absolutely essential in a trip to that great country that is China. 1. Ancient Beijing City The origins of the city of Beijing date back to the first human settlements in 1000 BC. In fact, after being devastated by the Mongol invasion in 1215, a few years later it was rebuilt and came to be considered as the Great Capital. And when the Ming dynasty expelled the Mongols, after a period in which the capital of China was Nanking, finally in 1405 the third Ming emperor moved the capital definitively to Beijing. As a curiosity, I will tell you that… -
7 Must-See Places in the Forbidden City
When you visit the Imperial Palace in Beijing, better known as the Forbidden City, you will see that it is located north of the great Tian'anmen Square. After your long walk around this great square in Beijing and already want to visit the Forbidden City, you will find a large building that has the name of the Tian'anmen Gate. Through it, you will access the interior of the huge enclosure of the old Imperial Palace, which contains many places of interest. To visit this impressive monument, you also have the option to sign up for a tour of the Forbidden City with an English speaking guide. This is an 8-hour tour that will start with a visit to Tian'anmen Square and will conclude with a tour of the traditional Hutong quarters. 1. Tian'anmen Gate This beautiful and impressive building with the characteristic Chinese architectural style was built in the year 1420. It was mainly used for the great ceremonies of the proclamation of the new emperor, which was communicated to the Chinese people from its superior tribune. Until 1911 no one was allowed to pass through the gate to the Imperial Palace except the emperor's family and the aristocrats; hence… -
30 Best To Do List of Beijing Trip
Beijing is a city of contrasts in constant evolution where it is very common to find large skyscrapers next to traditional houses. The first sight when you arrive in the city is that of an extremely overpopulated city, with its more than 21 million. But we can assure you that there are so many incredible places. Places like the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven, making an excursion to the Great Wall of China or visiting the ancient Hutongs, makes it worthwhile to stay several days in the city. There are many things to see and do in Beijing, which we can say, was fascinating. Let's begin. Famous Scenic Spots 1. Visit The Forbidden City first thing in the morning, one of the wonders of Beijing. We recommend booking this ticket in advance to save you the long queues to learn about its interesting history. 2. Climb the Drum Tower to have Beijing at your feet and see the huge bronze bell, one of the best things to see in Beijing. 3. Cross the 17-arch bridge over Lake Kunming, which links the island of Nanhu with land at the Summer Palace. 4. Take the subway to visit… -
6 FAQs Let You Know More About Hanfu
1. What’s Hanfu? It refers to the traditional costumes worn by the Han people from the time of the Yellow Emperor’s reign to the late Ming and early Qing dynasties (the Qing dynasty was interrupted for more than 300 years due to the policy of the rulers and was not revived until the 21st century). The Hanfu is not the same as the Han dynasty dress, but the Han dynasty dress, belongs to the Hanfu. In fact, the costumes of the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties are also collectively known as Hanfu. Nor does Hanfu clothing refer to all Chinese, and ethnic minorities have their own traditional dress. 2. What’s the difference between the Hanfu and the Han element? The Han elements are inspired by traditional clothing, and can be used in fashion, or the traditional Han clothing can be modified and designed to be more convenient for modern life. Examples include the short-sleeved skirt based on the Qixiong Ruqun and the Han element based on the Jiaoling Ruqun, in which the features of the Han dress are retained, but the form has been completely changed. The Han element does not have strict form requirements, the design is… -
10 Must-See Places to Visit in China 2020
There are many places to visit in China, a huge country in extension, besides being the most populated in the world. In the last decades, China has been advancing economically and in other fields at a dizzying speed, although even with this it still preserves its millenary culture, which has been transmitted since ancient times. The contrasts between modernity and tradition, its landscapes that seem to be from another planet, its ancient villages, futuristic cities, great monuments and buildings, and all this combined with a rich cuisine, make China one of the most dreamed-of destinations for all travelers. Based on our trip to China in 25 days and the trip to Tibet, in which we spent 3 days in Shanghai, we have made a list, according to our criteria, of what we believe are the 10 places to visit in China that are essential. Let's start! 1. Beijing Beijing is a city that cannot be ignored with its more than 20 million inhabitants, full of contrasts where you can see narrow streets or Hutongs with traditional houses next to large avenues and modern skyscrapers. Although there are hundreds of things to do in the city, visiting the Forbidden City, the… -
5 Best Self Driving Routes in China
There are many people who have a dream of going on a self driving trip, but for many reasons we have to give up that dream. Now I'll introduce you to a few self-drive itineraries to help you travel around China with ease. 1. Romantic Western Hunan Route: Changsha→Taohuayuan→Zhangjiajie→Jihu→Fenghuang→Changsha Mileage: About 1451 km Road Conditions: Good, beautiful scenery along the route Changsha to Changde and Changde to Zhangjiajie are all highways, while the rest of the road is a two-lane tarmac road. Changsha to Zhangjiajie is only a 3-hour drive. It also takes only 8 hours to reach Zhangjiajie if you are traveling from Guangzhou. Among them, Changde's highway runs through the Wuling Mountains, with more curves, need to drive carefully. Gas: This route is not very long and passes through many counties along the way. So, there are plenty of gas stations along the way that is easy to find. Hotel: There are many local B&Bs with character along the way to try. Features: Along the way, the ancient town villages and natural scenery, is a romantic self driving route. 2. The Grassland Route: Beijing → Chengde → Sehanba → Asihatu Stone Forest → Lake Dariñor → Xilinhot →… -
The Brief History of Qing Dynasty Clothing
Qing Dynasty clothing, referring to the costumes & dress of the Qing Dynasty (1636-1912). The Qing Dynasty was the last feudal dynasty in China's history, was a time a time of Manchurian and Chinese cultural fusion, especially costume culture, and at the same time, was the most changed era in China's costume history. Historical background of Qing dynasty clothing The Chinese national culture has a long history, with great inclusiveness and absorption, and clothing is with dynastic iterations, historical changes, etc. with different characteristics of the style. The Qing Dynasty was the last centralized monarchy in Old China established by the Manchu people. After the overthrow of the Ming dynasty, the Qing rulers operated according to the Han form of national power. Measures have been taken in favour of social stability and economic development. The promotion of the "Change Manchu hairstyle, change the Manchu clothing" policy made the Qing dynasty's costume and Han traditional costume very different, abolished the Ming dynasty's crown, gowns, and all Han costumes, but the Manchu costume at the same time absorbing the textured patterns of Ming Dynasty clothing. In the Ming Dynasty, men kept their hair in a bun, wore loose clothes, long socks,… -
Chinese Cheongsam Dress is a Beauty of Traditional Costume
Chinese cheongsam dress is a traditional costume of Chinese culture, after more than a hundred years of development, Chinese cheongsam dress has represented a unique symbol of the Chinese nation on the international stage. Chinese cheongsam dress, solemn and elegant, noble and romantic, it shows a woman's soft posture to the fullest, conveying a woman from the inside out or youthful, or mature and charming all kinds of styles, a lift of the hand and a look in the eyes, all present the beauty of excellence. · Qing Dynasty Cheongsam--The Flag Lady's Dress In the beginning, the Qing Dynasty Manchu female robe worn by the people called the " Flag Lady's Dressed ". From the Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China, starting in Beijing to Shanghai, through the evolution and improvement of history, it has become popular in recent and modern times, becoming known as " Chinese cheongsam dress ". · ROC ( Republic of China) Chinese Cheongsam Dress--The Beginning of the Trend After the Xinhai Revolution, by the influence of schoolgirls dress, top and bottom skirt of the "new civilization" popular for a while, the 1920s women's robes are popular again, after the development of a new style… -
Top 9 Lists | Famous Singer's Concert in China
Do you know any famous European or American singers who have been on "Tour" in China? My criteria is that there must be at least four cities in a single round, because Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan are the most common concert venues, and foreign singers who can perform in four of these cities are very powerful and a symbol of popularity. So let's start reviewing the list of singers who have made the cut. 1. Jessie J Time: 2018 Scale: 12 sessions in 12 cities Jessie J is truly a super tour of China, starting August 30th and going through Wuhan, Zhengzhou, Chengdu, Beijing, Changsha, Wuxi, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, Tianjin, Shanghai, Taipei and Hong Kong, with 12 cities. It is really the most number of European and American artists who have ever toured China in a single round. Jessie J's conscientious and dedicated spirit is worth learning from many artists, and I hope that Jessie J's album will sell well and become a top-tier singer in China. 2. Bruno Mars Time: 2018 Scale: 8 sessions in 4 cities Bruno is definitely a touring sensation and an instant box office hit with no suspense. For some reason, they… -
Top 10 China's Modern Buildings in 2020
In recent years, the speed of China's infrastructure has been evident to all and has been widely recognized in the international community. Here is the list of the 2020 Top 10 modern architectural designs in China, how many do you recognize? 1. Anhui Piano House The "Piano" is located in Huainan Xincheng District, Anhui Province, the main body of the building is in the shape of a black piano and the stairs are designed in the form of transparent violins. The house covers an area of 1,100 square metres, with a height of 16 metres, and is all made of transparent glass and steel. During the day, the black mirrored body and the transparent violin next to it present an elegant and captivating picture. And after sunset, the violin and piano are framed by lights that outline the lines and look even more beautiful. The completion of this romantic building has attracted many out-of-town couples who have traveled thousands of miles to take in the sights. 2. Huzhou Sheraton Hotel Situated in Huzhou, the Sheraton Hotel is creative in that it resembles an inverted U-shaped horse's hoof, similar to the old bridge depicted in traditional Chinese painting. It is an… -
2002 Hero Movie - a Forgotten Milestone in China's Cinema
Recently when talking to my friends about Chinese movies and which is the favorite Chinese martial arts movie, everybody answered a lot of different movies. However, everyone has mentioned Hero, a 2002 release directed by Zhang Yimou and starring Jet Li. In "Hero" we can see that Jet Li is always so heroic, Liang Chao Wei is still so melancholy and charming, Zhang Man Yu is beautiful, Donnie Yen plays smoothly, Chen Daoming must be bossy and Zhang Ziyi is lovely and pure. But even with so many big names backing it up, the film felt like a flash in the pan and even drew a lot of criticism. The Hero quickly became a forgotten film, a forgotten milestone. The 1990s - The Golden Age of World Cinema 1994 was the pinnacle year in the history of world cinema, and has even been hailed as a legend that cannot be surpassed. That year we remembered the classic line from Forrest Gump's mother, "Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get." And The Lion King is the most classic animated film in Disney's history and a fond childhood memory for many post-80s young people.… -
The Rise of Brand Li Ning - after Paris Fashion Week
Paris Fashion Week, which originated in 1910, is one of the most prestigious fashion weeks in the world today. Not long ago when China's brand Li Ning appeared at New York Fashion Week, someone said, "When will Li Ning make it to Paris Fashion Week, that will be really great." Good thing Li Ning didn't keep everyone waiting for too long, soon the brand made its debut at Paris Fashion Week with its Spring/Summer 2019 collection. If New York Fashion Week is the prelude, Paris Fashion Week is the official chapter of Li Ning's take-off. In fact, after New York Fashion Week, Li Ning's products triggered a rush to buy, the show's same style hoodie on the offline store attracted many enthusiasts to line up to purchase. It is true that national products always have to go through all kinds of questioning when it comes to the innovative design of the brand. But it's good to be strict, and it's with this high standard that the amazing China Li Ning has come into being. With a stunning appearance at New York Fashion Week, Li Ning did not stop there, but prepared for the next big show - Paris Fashion Week.… -
3 Chinese Hanfu Fashion Items from Song Dynasty Literati
The recent hot TV series "Held in the Lonely Castle (清平乐, Qingping Yue)", which depicts the time of Renzong in the Song Dynasty, was a time of many talents. The concentrated portrayal of the many literati in the play is a rare phenomenon in dramas, and the Hanfu costume props in the play are exquisite. Today, take a brief look at how the Song Dynasty scribes at the forefront of fashion by pairing their Hanfu item together! 1. Jin (巾, scarf & hat) Since the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, Jin was an important garment for men, mostly used by scholars and commoners. The Song and Ming dynasties were the periods when the development of Chinese hats and scarves flourished, and there were many different styles. Take the literati attire shown in Held in the Lonely Castle as an example, most of them wore a scarf with reference to a kind of popular towel and hat in the Song Dynasty, commonly found in various figures in the Song Dynasty paintings. It can be tied on the front or backside, its name has yet to be proved, according to its shape is likely to have a great origin with the Ming… -
How do Foreigners Shop on Taobao?
On the first floor of an old house in Shanghai's Jing'an district, more than 50 foreign girls are excitedly exchanging clothes, bags and accessories they brought to participate in an offline "Spring Swap" event. The four-story old townhouse currently belongs to a forty-person entrepreneurial team. They process about 5,000 trade orders per day on Taobao and Tmall, almost all of which come from foreigners living in China. The group, however, are not employees of Alibaba; they all belong to a startup company called Baopals. Baopals is an online shopping platform designed to help expats in China shop on Taobao and Tmall in English. Through it, merchants on Taobao and Tmall can also target "foreigners" in China more precisely. Can't read Chinese how to live? Buying online on e-commerce platforms such as Taobao is a rarity for Chinese people today. However, if you are a foreigner who doesn't understand Chinese, this matter is not so simple. "Life in China is great, but it can also be very difficult because everything is designed around Chinese," confesses Jay, an international student from the United States. Foreigners have a natural language barrier when shopping on Chinese e-commerce platforms such as Taobao and Tmall, and… -
How to Rent an Apartment or Room in Shanghai 2020
This is a complete guide to renting an apartment or room in a shared flat in Shanghai. Looking for Shanghai's apartment on the Internet If you've just landed in China and don't know anyone, the fastest way to find an apartment is probably to check the English language websites. I recommend Smart Shanghai, Inter Shanghai and City Weekend. The pros are that you won't have to look for an agency on the street and hopefully make deals with a landlord (or agent) who can speak decent English. Also, if you have a tight budget (less than 3000 yuan a month, or about 500 dollars) and don't want to live too far from the city center, a room in a shared apartment will be your best option. In this case, since very few agencies manage "rooms" (they usually want to rent the whole flat), the Internet is your best bet. The drawbacks are that apartments and rooms are generally more expensive (this is logical since the owners know that they are aimed at foreigners, often newcomers who do not speak Chinese) and are rented out very quickly. Especially for rooms in shared flats, either when you visit the room you take… -
5 Games' New Collaboration with Hanfu, Which is Your Favorite?
Fans of Hanfu will often see that all the games will launch a collaboration with Hanfu so that the players can break the sub-dimension and have the same style as the Paper Man. Let's go through a list with the game's collision with the Hanfu/Chinese elements today, it's interesting for what kind of collaborations will be created. Eastward Legend: the Empyrean collaboration with Hanfu Eastward Legend: the Empyrean（Abbreviation: E3） launched a collaboration with Chinese elements for the "10th Anniversary" in August last year. - the lovely wedding costume of Tang Wedding and invited ten chivalrous couples to "Chang'an", the ancient capital of the Tang Dynasty, to recreate the Tang wedding in the Tang Hibiscus Garden, it can be really admired. Now, this Hanfu is on the shelves, including two kinds of wide sleeve shirts, two kinds of round collar robes, shirt & skirt set, and the Qixiong Shanqun set, etc. It is estimated that many people who are both E3 players and Hanfu fans are going to be in love with each other in reality. Fantasy Westward Journey collaboration with Hanfu Fantasy Westward Journey（Abbreviation: XYQ） 3D End 2019 launched Wang Yibo the same Han element collaborative clothing, and… -
How to Apply for 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit
The tourist visa is a fast-track visa for international tourists, which is also very restrictive and generally has a short duration of validity and stay, and can only be used for tourism-related activities. With globalization, the world tourism market is growing. Travelling abroad, the choice of tourist visa has become more convenient, becoming another major form of visa. Many countries have opened convenient tourist visa channels specifically for international travellers in order to promote tourism. However, the longest duration of a tourist visa to China? The maximum validity period for a foreigner applying for a tourist visa to China is 90 days and is generally not renewable. However, if you still want to stay in China after the expiration date, you can apply at the relevant department. Holders of tourist visas cannot work or engage in activities not related to tourism. There is also the group tourist visa, which is characterized by the fact that it is not on the individual's passport and the tourist must accompany the group. China's 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit & Airport On January 1, 2019, the 144-hour visa-free transit policy for foreigners will be officially implemented in the cities of Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, and Qingdao, Xiamen,… -
Dufu BBC - China's Greatest Poet
On April 6, the BBC launched a documentary about poetry that sensationalized people around the world who are fighting the epidemic at home. Its protagonist is not Shakespeare, but the poet Du Fu, who we know as "Poet Saint ". Dubbed "China's Greatest Poet", he was introduced to the Western world in detail for the first time in a documentary. One of the BBC's most popular presenters, historian Michael Wood, visits China to retrace Du Fu's steps in life. From Gong Yi, Xi'an to Chengdu and Changsha, from birth to entering the government, from the heyday of a dynasty to a chaotic world, the poet's life is traced back. Another highlight of the film, the BBC brought in Sir Ian McKellen, a national actor and Gandalf's character in The Lord of the Rings, to recite Du Fu's poems, of course, in translated English. McKellen has appeared in numerous Shakespearean plays, and this time he interpreted 15 poems, including "My Brave Adventures," in a deep, elegant voice. The film also invited Harvard University Sinologist Yu Wenxuan, Renmin University of China Professor Zeng Xiangbo, and Oxford University Dr. Liu Taotao to provide professional interpretations from multiple perspectives. Du Fu is a household… -
4 Beauty Chinese Girl Costume for Beginners | Song Style Hanfu
The Hanfu is a traditional Chinese girl costume, and it is very popular among people, but if you are in contact with it for the first time, are you still worried about which Hanfu to wear? Watch this! Today we're going to recommend four ultra-daily, classic Song Hanfus that even beginners can easily wear out on the street. As far as we know, there is a wide variety of forms of Hanfu, and each form has its own characteristics. For example, the Jin style of the immortal bones, the Ming-style of the noble, the Song style of freshness and simplicity. If we are to say which is the most popular of all the styles, the Song style comes second, and absolutely no other style comes first. Let's go ahead and see what these four Chinese girl costume - Song style Hanfu looks like. Chinese Girl Costume (1) The above is the most everyday Hanfu, and if someone were to guess, they would not be able to guess that it is a Han element, because it looks like a white sun shirt and a black and white plaid dress. But in fact, it's a long Han element cloth on the outside…
