Chinese Culture: Ancient China Traditions and Customs, History, Religion

China History
Let's explore this time-honored oriental kingdom with over 5,000 years' story. Qin Ming Han Qing Tang Chronology

Food and Drink

The aroma of the local food plus a sip of Chinese tea make up an irresistible paradise for people who live to eat.

Chinese Zodiac
Chinese years are represented by twelve zodiacal animal signs below. People born in the years of different signs have distinctive personality, compatibility, and fortune. Rat Ox Tiger Rabbit Dragon Snake Horse Sheep Monkey Rooster Dog Pig

Arts and Crafts

Ancient Chinese are endowed with wisdom in their traditional arts, creating wonderful handicrafts like silk and porcelain.

Astrology
Chinese Calendar

Lucky Number

I Ching

Feng Shui
China Holidays
Chinese New Year

National Holidays

Traditional Festivals

Ethnic Minority Festivals

Tourism Festivals
Chinese Kung Fu

Kung Fu is the quintessence of ancient Chinese culture.
Shaolin Martial Arts

Tai Chi

Qigong

Ethnic Groups

Diverse peoples and cultures enable a colorful destination where you can find exquisite ethnic handcrafts, folk customs, and delicious ethnic minority food.

Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture

Herbal Medicine

Massage

Religions and Beliefs

This is a guide to the origin, vicissitude, and essence of religions in China. One can visit famous temples, sacred mountains, and other religious shrines.

Ancient Architecture

The ancient oriental architecture has enjoyed a long history, leaving a number of manmade wonders such as the Great Wall.

Focus On

Further Reading: Top 10 China Tourist Places for Culture Lovers

- Last updated on Sep. 08, 2024 by Brenda Lian -

Questions & Answers on China Culture

Asked by Alicia from UNITED STATES | Nov. 30, 2024 23:05

Love and Career in Lifetime

Nov 22 1990 What will my career and love look like in my lifetime"

Answers (1)

Answered by Candice | Dec. 01, 2024 19:38

You may enjoy a happy and fulfilling relationship and may get promoted.

Asked by franklin lue from CANADA | Nov. 30, 2024 13:16

Do you have any information on Hakka musical culture?

I am interested in finding a source of traditional Hakka musical culture, especially traditional musical instruments.

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Answered by Janice | Dec. 01, 2024 19:35

Hakka Music is also called Guangdong Hanyue, an intangible cultural heritage, is popular in Guangdong, Fujian and Hakka families in Taiwan.

Asked by Nene REALTOR® Nicholas from NIGERIA | Nov. 29, 2024 14:33

I will like to know if a rooster female can marry a rooster male?

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Answered by Marcy | Dec. 01, 2024 19:31

Rooster and Rooster are not good match.

Asked by Isha from AUSTRALIA | Nov. 27, 2024 18:34

Zodiac compatibility

I am female tiger born 23rd May 1986 and my boyfriend is male pig born 27th Sep 1983. Are we a good match? What can we do to improve harmony in our relationship?

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Answered by Candice | Nov. 28, 2024 17:18

Pig and Tiger are perfect match!

Asked by Maria from NETHERLANDS | Nov. 21, 2024 11:36

how does china shadow puppetry express/communicate the culture, history and traditions of it’s peopl

how does china shadow puppetry express/communicate the culture, history and traditions of it’s people

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Answered by Candice | Nov. 21, 2024 22:18

By performing various local plays which carry traditions, history and local culture.