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Chinese Zodiac for Kids
There are 12 animals in the Chinese Zodiac. They came when Buddha summoned them to him. A race was held to determine which would be first in the cycle, guess who came in first and why?
El Zodíaco Chino para Niños
Hay 12 animales en el Zodiaco Chino. Todos llegaron al ser llamados por Buda y una competencia determino su orden en el ciclo del Zodiaco, adivina quien llego primero y como lo logro...
2025 Year of the Snake... What Will It Bring?!
2025 is the year of the Snake, the year of the Wood Snake to be more precise. What does it have in store for you? What about babies born in the Year of the Snake? The Snake is intense and determined. The Wood element is associated with all living things, itrepresents the spring or life renewal process... What will the Snake combined with the Wood element bring in 2025?
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China Time Zones and Time Difference
China Time Zones: are there different time zones in China, what is the time difference with China from my home country and is there Daylight Savings Time in China?
Weather in China
Weather in China can encompass a wide range of temperatures and conditions throughout the year. As a general rule, the Spring (April and May) and Autumn (September and October) months are very pleasant to travel in China. Temperatures are enjoyable and there's fewer crowds, except for national holiday times. Here's what to expect weatherwise in some of China's most popular destinations.
Chinese Money Matters: where to exchange, how much to bring, using alipay wechat pay for tourists, can I use my ATM card?
Your most frequent Chinese Money questions: Paying in China, where do I change money, will my ATM work, how much money should I bring to China, can I pay with credit card, using Alipay and WeChat pay for tourists...
China Money Facts
China Money Facts: The official Chinese currency is the Renminbi which you will also see it referred as the Yuan. Here are some facts about China's currency, bank notes, and China's CBDC Central Bank Digital Currency e-CNY
The Yu Yuan Gardens and the Old Town
The Old Town is the most traditional Chinese part of town. And this is where you find the Yu Yuan Gardens, an exquisite example of traditional Ming garden design built over 400 years ago. Here's a glimpse from our latest stroll down the Old Town, the Yu Yuan Gardens and Bazaars and the City God Temple.
Top 10 Things To Do In Shanghai
Shanghai is one of the world's most vibrant cities, a place where East meets West, Old meets New... This is such a dynamic city, a city for wandering... catching glimpses of ancient traditions and customs as you stroll the Old Town, and looking into the future as you traipse through ultra-modern skyscrapers, fast trains and and iconic skyline. Here's where to soak it all in and our top 10 things to do in Shanghai to get you started!
The Bund - Shanghai's Iconic Waterfront
The Bund is Shanghai's most famous waterfront promenade, a 2 kilometer stretch along the west bank of the Huangpu River, lined with landmark colonial buildings on one side, and the most striking views of the Pudong skyline on the other. Here are some pictures from our latest stroll down the Bund in Shanghai.
China Visa-Free Entry: New Rules in 2024
China visa-free entry rules have eased considerably in 2024 with a new 15-day visa-free entry policy for mostly European passports, visa-free entry for cruise passengers, and continuation of the 72 and 144 hour visa-free entry stopover. Here are the latest china visa-free entry news.
The Great Wall Of China - Climb up and Toboggan Down!
The Great Wall of China snaking through 4,000 miles across the mountains of northern China beckons... Where should you go? Can anybody climb it? Yes, even for grandparents and kids, there is a segment suitable for everyone. Some sections are fully restored and provide easier access, some offer cable cars that save you a lot of climbing, and some are in a more rustic condition offering a more authentic experience and a more challenging hike if you prefer.
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Chinese New Year in Hong Kong 2024
The Hong Kong Chinese New Year Parade, the Fireworks, the markets, the lion dances, the lantern festivals... This is how Hong Kong celebrates Chinese New Year! And in 2024, as we celebrate the oncoming Year of the Dragon, all highlight events are back for the first time in four years. Here's what's happening this Lunar New Year in Hong Kong.
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