Guan Gong (also known as Guan Yu or Kuan Kung) is one of the Five Wealth Gods and is in charge of business and sales in the world of humans.
In this article, we’ll talk about the story behind Guan Gong, the most powerful expression of the Business God of Wealth.
Requirements for Chinese Visa – Types and Tips
All visitors traveling to mainland China require a Chinese visa, which should be obtained in advance. To obtain a China visa you must appear at the Consulate in person or apply through an authorized visa agency. Request by mail is not accepted. Visas are issued with specific type relevant to your major…
The Eight Immortals in Chinese Folk Culture and Feng Shui
The Eight Immortals are one of the most well-known figures in Chinese popular culture. They are said to bring happiness and wealth; hence, their representations are prevalent during many important events (such as marriages, childbirth, and New Year’s celebrations). Their depictions (or symbols) appear…
Chinese Fans: History, Meaning, and How They Are Used
From royalties to nobles to the poorest commoners, the Chinese fans have been a very important part of ancient China and its history. They are, however, still very popular today not only in China and all over the world. If you travel to China during the summer, you can easily see people in the street…
Chinese Fortune Sticks: History, Meaning, and How They Are Used
The fortune-telling method using the fortune sticks as a medium has been around since the times of ancient China, and more specifically since the Jin Dynasty (266-420 CE), as recorded in the Jade Box Records (Yu Xia Ji) 玉匣, the ancient Chinese book believed to be written Xu Xun, a famous Taoist monk…
