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Somehow, we all associate chopsticks with China and the Chinese, but have you ever stopped to think about why they use chopsticks in the first place? Well, I don’t know about you, but societal norms and their births/ history are an aspect of life that has always piqued my...

Silk is an exceptionally delicate fabric that was first produced in Neolithic China. The silk fabric is produced from the filaments of a silkworm cocoon, and it was the staple source of income for the small farmers who employed unique weaving techniques, hence the spread of the reputation of...

China and the US don’t see eye to eye on many issues, but these two economy superpowers have something else in common besides wanting to be the world leader – Mother Nature has made it such that both nations have five great and beautiful lakes. The five great lakes...

Most travel enthusiasts have the Great Wall of China on the list of places they’d like to visit, and for a good reason. You could be planning to travel to the Great Wall of China too, but before you do, how about a number of details about the history...

Listed as one of the Four Treasures of Study of China, along with the inksticks, Xuan Paper, and inkstones, the Chinese brush is one of the most common tools that’s been used in China for thousands of years. This Chinese ink brush is the most classic representations of ancient...

Here are the top 5 longest rivers in China. These are also the most famous rivers in China, and they play a huge role in the diversity of the country in terms of economic success by making the country one of the biggest tourist destinations while also enhancing the...

China is one of the world’s oldest continuous civilizations and has a rich and complex history. Throughout its history, China has had many capital cities, each with its own unique culture and influence on the country’s development. In this article, we will explore the history of China’s capitals, including...

The Song Dynasty was a ruling dynasty in China that lasted from 960 to 1279. It was divided into two periods: the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127) and the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). In this article, we will explore the founders of each dynasty, the locations of their capitals, and...

The Mooncake pastry is normally consumed at a period when the moon is at its fullest and brightest. It is the signature food of the Mid-Autumn festival, a holiday celebrated during the fall harvest. China, Taiwan, and South Korea are the three regions famous for celebrating the Mooncake holiday....

The Sui Dynasty was an important dynasty in Chinese history. The Sui Dynasty ended nearly 500 years of division and turmoil since the Han Dynasty, reunified China, and laid the foundation for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty. The Sui Dynasty made many achievements. What are three accomplishments of...