A long time ago, in ancient China, there were four beautiful women who are now known as the “Four Great Beauties” 四大美女 (Sì Dà Meĭnǚ). They were said to be the most beautiful ladies in ancient China. Each of them has been the source of an expression used to describe someone of remarkable …
The Biggest Challenges in learning Chinese for English speakers
Mandarin Chinese has a reputation for being a very difficult language to learn. Chinese as a language is radically different than Western languages like English, Spanish, and German, which shares a common ancestry and uses the same alphabet. So, if you want to learn Chinese quickly and effectively, you’d…
Ancient Chinese fortune telling Methods that Still Exist (Origins – Tips)
Fortune-telling is an important part of Chinese social life and culture. Suan Ming (算命), or fate calculation, has a long history in China, with roots in divination and primordial religion. Nevertheless, many aspects of it have persisted to the present day and continue to be quite popular, even among…
Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree – Styles, Care, Pruning, Problems
The Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) is one of the most popular types of bonsai trees that are grown by many bonsai and gardening enthusiasts.
A key reason for this popularity is because unlike many other types of bonsai trees that are difficult to manage and need lots of concern and time, the Chinese…
Ching Ming Festival -Tomb Sweeping Day (History, Legend, and Traditions)
The Ching Ming Festival is considered one of the most important festivals in Chinese culture. Yes, it’s not as big as the Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) or the Lantern Festival, but the Ching Ming Festival is still considered a sacred tradition upheld by many Chinese people and those of Chinese …
