Chinese Porcelain - Types, History, Identification
Chinese porcelain is one of the most unique products of the history of Chinese culture. Unlike porcelain equipment, tools, and ornaments we see in western countries, Chinese porcelains…
The Chinese Abacus and How to Use it
The existence of Chinese abacus can be dated back from the 14 century A.D. And since Chinese are known to relate their ways of like to its environment the attributes such as the top…
Chinese lucky coins (Identification - Meaning -Where to place them)
The Chinese lucky coins are considered to be a symbol of wealth and fortune, and when placed in our home and workplace according to the Feng Shui principles, it is believed that the…
Guide to Chinese Jade - History, Meanings, Properties
Jade has been a very important part of the Chinese tradition, and the history between the Chinese culture and jade has been recorded for a very long time and can be traced back to as…
Lucky Bamboo in Feng Shui (Meaning, Placement, Care)
The lucky bamboo is a real bamboo plant, typically from the species Dracaena sanderiana. It is relatively small and you can put it in a pot and place it indoors as a Feng Shui charm,…
Chinese dragons - Origin and their Use in Modern China
The Chinese dragon is depicted in many ways in Chinese culture. It can be depicted as one of the animals in the zodiac. It can also be a part of their folklore. And it can be a form…
Hongbao - The Chinese Red Envelopes
The Red Envelopes—the Hong Bao, Lai See or Ang Pow— is a very important part of Chinese history and traditions. Here, we will discuss all you need to know about the hongbao and…
Chinese Fortune Sticks in a nutshell
The Chinese are known for their mysticism and their ability to tell the future in a variety of ways, using different materials that hold some semblance of importance for them. One of…
