Weapons, simulated weapons, ammunition and explosives. Forged currency or securities. Printed matter, films, photos, movies, audiotapes, videotapes, CDs, DVDs, computer storage devices and other things that could do harm to…
Qinghai Lake, a Beautiful Wonderland in China
Throughout the ages, people associate Qinghai Lake with "blue ocean" and "wonderland" because of the breathtaking natural beauty it reflects. The area is the largest inland saltwater lake in China.…
Northern Buddhist Temple, A Bright Pearl on the Silk Road
The northern buddhist temple, which covers an area of 28,000 square meters (6.9 acres) and is built against a mountain (also known as tulou mountain), is located on the northern…
Kumbum Monastery, 10,000 Figures of Buddhas
In the Tibetan language, Kumbum Monastery is called 'gongben', which means '10,000 figures of Buddha'. With a history of more than 400 years, it has gradually become a tourist destination…
Hoh Xil Nature Reserve, One of the Largest, Highest Nature Reserves in China
Hoh Xil means "beautiful girl" in Mongolian. Hoh Xil nature reserve is one of the largest, highest and richest nature reserves in China. It is also one of the best…
Chinese Names, with Chinese Tradition and Characteristics
Unlike western people, Chinese people put the family name first and the given name second. Interestingly, a married woman does not use her husband's family name. The given name usually…
Chaka Salt Lake, a Natural Crystallized Saline Lake
Chaka Salt Lake, HaixiSituated in Chaka Town, Ulan County, Haixi in China’s western Qinghai Province, the Chaka Salt Lake (Caka Salt Lake) is in the western part of the Chaka…
Can I Drink Tap Water in China?
Tap water in China is unsafe. Unlike most western countries where safe tap water is readily available, in most parts of China, although the water looks clear, it is not…
Bike Sharing in China, the Kingdom of Bicycles
Bike-sharing programs have boomed in China at an alarming rate since the end of 2016. The dockless bikes seem to have taken over most cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen,…
All You Need to Know About Business Hours in China
The Chinese government stipulates a five-day work week. The labor law of the People's Republic of China stipulates a maximum of eight hours a day and 44 hours a week.…