Month: March 2026

Guangzhou Trip Planning 2026: Best Time, Attractions & Itinerary Are you planning a trip to...

Lijiang Restaurants Amayi Naxi Restaurant The restaurant is located inside a quiet courtyard...

Monte Fort Monte Fort is an almost-400-year-old, 100-by-100-meter stone fort, with superb...

Shanghai and Hangzhou Spotlight Experiences Connected by high-speed train, Shanghai and...

In each level of the YCT exam’s reading section, there’s a part where students have to select an answer based on images. Many students find these...

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Lunar New Year: Traditions & Celebrations for the Year of the Horse Lunar New Year marks...

The Golden Mile of Nathan Road Features A major shopping street Long history Numerous...

Hong Kong Currency: a Travelers' Guide to Money in HK In Hong Kong, you'll need to know how...

Recap | First Day Back! 开工大吉 with That’s Mandarin Recap | First Day Back! 开工大吉 with That’s MandarinFeb 14, 2025Last week, our team came together to...

When students begin to learn to write in Chinese, one of the most effective ways to improve is by analyzing and learning from well-written sample...

Answers: 1. B Analysis: From the article, we can know that there are three types of questions on HSKK Intermediate Exam: 听后重复 (Tīng hòu chóngfù)...

13-Day Jewish Heritage Tour Jewish Heritage Tour Discover China's Jewish history as well as...

Top Chengdu Tours 2026: Pandas, Food, Slow-Paced Escape Chengduwas known as the 'land of...

China Neolithic Age Map The Map of China Neolithic Age shows land occupied during the Neolithic...

Chengdu-Hohhot Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Chengdu Railway Station China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

How to Plan a Family Trip to Beijing from Singapore For Singaporeans, it is very convenient to...

In today’s interconnected world, bilingualism is an asset that opens doors to a wide range of opportunities. As Chinese becomes increasingly...

The Yellow Mountain Hiking The Foot of the Mountain - Hot Springs and Waterfalls The hot...

Yiling Cave, Nanning Yiling Cave, also called "Gan Palace" in the Zhuang language (which...

Tianjin-Hong Kong Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

When you begin learning Chinese, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to study Simplified or Traditional Chinese characters. Both...

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2013 has already been here for several weeks, but because of the sensible character learning challenge, I didn’t have time to post an article...

How to Plan a Zhangjiajie and Yangtze River Cruise Trip Nestled in the heart of China,...

Nanjing-Ningbo Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Shenzhen - Zhuhai Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Chandler - Your Personal Trip Advisor Chandler Wang Trip Advisor "As your dedicated...

Half-Day Chengdu Pandas Tour Highlights Itinerary Price FAQ As the most well-known...

Chinese Summer Camp 2024 Has Officially Started! Chinese Summer Camp 2024 has officially kicked off!We’ve got exciting news — Chinese Summer Camp...

Guilin-Shenzhen High-Speed Train China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Best (and Worst) Times to Visit Shanghai: Tips for All Months Shanghai has a humid subtropical...

3-Day Beijing Visa Free Travel Beijing Visa Free Travel See the best of Beijing City in 3...

2.5-hour Shanghai Xiaolongbao Cooking Class Experience Highlights Itinerary Price...

One-Day Longji Rice Terraced Fields and Minority Villages Tour Highlights Itinerary Price...

All You Need to Know About Marrying a Chinese Woman Interesting Facts About Marrying a Chinese Woman On one hand, many foreigners find Chinese...

Image source: freeimages.com/profile/catalin82 With the right attitude, learning Chinese in China can make your life a lot more interesting. I...

1-Day Kungfu Panda Tour to Mount Qingcheng Embark on a Kungfu Panda Tour The martial arts...

Temple of Heaven in Beijing: Your Essential Visiting Guide The Temple of Heaven, originally...

That’s Mandarin Named Top Rated Language School of 2024 That’s Mandarin Named Top Rated Language School of 2024Jan 17, 2025We are thrilled and...

Think you need to speak Mandarin to support your child’s language journey? Think again. In this uplifting episode of MandarinPod4Children, host...

Memory is a skill that can be practised, learnt, and mastered. By using the right method, remembering even abstract things like tones and...

For the last four years, I’ve been teaching various Chinese courses for engineers. These courses are meant to take students from not knowing any...

Shanghai-Kunming Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

4-Day Hong Kong Family Tour Hong Kong has long been a place of diversity. With diverse...

Life in Chinese Middle Schools | Student Life in China Life in Chinese Middle Schools | Student Life in ChinaJun 1, 2025What Life Is Like in...

Preparing for the AP Chinese writing section can be challenging for many students, especially since it often leads to significant anxiety and lost...

Moving from YCT Level 3 to YCT Level 4 is a challenging task! This journey is however both exciting and beneficial, taking examinees’s Mandarin...

Two weeks have now passed since I announced the sensible character learning challenge. Since I wanted to try the rules of the challenge myself...

There are several ways of finding answers to questions about learning Chinese. Some of them promote discussion, others are more strictly trying to...

2-Day Summer Weekend Getaway to Anji Bamboo Forest Weekend in a Bamboo Forest Is hiding in...

Weather in China in February and Where to Go (2026) February can actually be a great time to...

As a Mandarin teacher with ten years of experience, I have taught Mandarin to over 100 teenagers from around the world. Abby, a 14-year-old teenager...

Reading aloud, as an effective learning method, will open the door to the Chinese world for kids, making learning more interesting and dynamic. Loud...

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Roughly a year ago, I launched a new subsection of this website, called Hacking Chinese Challenges. In this article, I’d like to both evaluate the...

Kunming Weather in January Weather: The weather is generally dry and cool. It is the coldest...

Do and Don'ts in China — A Guide to Chinese Etiquette As one of the oldest living civilizations...

Jiayuguan-Zhangye Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

1-Day Private Tour to Dazu Rock Carvings from Chongqing Highlights Itinerary Price...

The HSK5 writing section includes the challenging yet rewarding task of “结合下列词语写短文 (Jiéhé xiàliè cíyǔ xiě duǎnwén)”, which means writing a short...

A few week’s ago, I posted an article about 迷霧中 (Into the Haze), a new text adventure game for Chinese learners. Imagine an interactive graded...

July 17 | Mahjong Night Are you in Shanghai or Beijing on Thursday, July 17, 2025? Come and learn how to play Mahjong at our Mahjong Night!EVENT...

Difference Between 想 and 要 | Two Ways to Say “To Want” Difference Between 想 and 要 | Two Ways to Say “To Want”Jan 10, 2025Difference Between 想...

As China’s economy continues to grow and its cultural influence expands, an increasing number of parents are recognizing the value of mastering the...

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Tianjin Weather - Best Time to Visit Tianjin Tianjin is located on the east shore of the...

How to Visit Wangxian Valley: Your Ultimate Guide Wangxian Valley has become an online...

Shanghai-Xi’an Trains - Latest Schedule and Prices China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l...

I think most students feel that they want to read faster. There might be many reasons for this, but mainly it’s about taking tests or being able to...

Tianjin-Nanjing Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

7-Day Xi'an, Wave Valley & Hukou Waterfall Tour Timeless Capital, Dramatic Landscapes ...

The Three Gorges on the Yangtze River The Three Gorges are world famous as the most scenic...

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As a learner, which part of Chinese is most important? The answer depends on your goals for learning the language, but if I were to give a general...

Yuanyang Rice Terraces: How to Visit, Best Times, Itinerary The Yuanyang Rice Terraces are the...

The Northern Song Dynasty Map Brief introduction: The Song Dynasty was divided into two...

Wukang Road Accolades All of the buildings and villas are in the European style. ...

Top Golf Courses in Shanghai Lake Malaren Golf Club Shanghai Lake Malaren Golf Club...

Fun and Not Touristy Things to Do in Beijing I have been working as a tour guide in Beijing for...

How to Learn Mandarin Chinese While Travelling China’s global impact is growing year by year. It is now one of the biggest exporters in the entire...

Mistakes are a natural part of learning a foreign language and something students of Chinese have to deal with on a daily basis. As soon as you...

Zhangye Transportation — How to Get to/around Zhangye Although Zhangye's transportation is far...

Beijing to Shanghai Flights There are 3 terminals in Beijing Capital International Airport...

Guangzhou-Chengdu Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

20 Things Not to Do in Hong Kong — Top Tips for 2026 There is more going on in Hong Kong than...

The Meaning Of Different Colors In Chinese Culture Colors are present in every culture. They also help us describe different things and make our...

March 13 | Making Chinese Dumplings Dumplings (饺子 jiǎozi) rank among​ China’s most beloved dishes.Yet, wouldn’t you agree that learning to craft...

The HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) is a globally recognized exam that measures Chinese language proficiency for non-native speakers. Transitioning from...

Dr. Sun Yat-sen Chinese people generally revere Sun Yat-sen as the main leader who ended the...

Shandong Travel Guide - How to Plan a Trip to Shandong Shandong Province is on the coast north...

Silk Road Weather in October (Travel Tips for First-Timers) In October, China's Silk Road...

Chinese For BeginnersIllustrated Chinese Textbook SeriesDialogues from NihaoCafe lessonsVocabulary & GrammarCultural InsightsGET THE BOOKChinese...

How to Get to Our Chinese Language SchoolAll our campuses are conveniently located downtown, close to the subway and bus stations. Here’s the...

Getting a Massage in China Massage, or 按摩 (ànmó), is a very popular type of therapy in China among locals and foreigners alike. Learning about the...

Lucky Numbers and Unlucky Numbers in China In China, lucky numbers have pronunciations...

The Best 15 Must-Try Dim Sums in Guangzhou Dim sum is one of the specialties of Guangzhou, with...

Impression Lijiang Impression Lijiang is a magnificent outdoor singing and dancing performance...

Guangzhou-Zhongshan Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

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Chinesischkurse für Bildungsurlaub (Deutschland) Chinesisch lernen, China verstehen View this page in English 🇬🇧Lerne Chinesisch in China mit einem...

7 Interesting Kunming Facts Kunming (昆明 Kūnmíng /kwn-ming/), with a mild climate, is known as...

Macau Transportation The tiny region of Macau is well served by private and public...

Shenzhen-Huangshan Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Suzhou-Nanjing High-Speed Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Payment Guide Deposit & Final Payment A deposit which is equal to 10% of the total tour...

Enjoying Shanghai's Waterfront Like most great cities, Shanghai has a thriving waterfront...

Image credit: Mei Ying Chan (flickr.com/photos/jayna/) When describing Hacking Chinese, I usually say that it’s about opening doors rather than...

Harbin Food — Cheer Up Your Taste Buds on a Harbin Tour Harbin is not just about the Ice Lanter...

Erlongshan Ski Resort Surroundings: In the heart of Erlongshan Scenic Reserve's dense pine...

Hong Kong Weather in December 2025: Christmas Travel Tips Sunshine Victoria Harbour, Hong...

Top 7 Street Markets in Hong Kong To experience local life in Hong Kong, the street markets...

8 Things You Might Not Know About the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival China's Mid-Autumn Festival...

Chinese Camp 2025 Has Officially Kicked Off! Chinese Camp 2025 Has Officially Kicked Off!Jun 17, 2025Chinese Camp 2025 has officially kicked off!On...

Oct 25 | International Wine Party Are you in Beijing or Shanghai on Friday, October 25, 2024?Come and join us in tasting alcohol from all over the...

1-Day Panda-Themed Family Tour Spend a Panda-Filled Day This one-day panda-themed tour is...

Beijing-Weifang Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Dora - Your Personal Trip Advisor Dora Qin Trip Advisor "Welcome! I'm Dora, and I'm...

14-Day Panda and Zhangjiajie Family Tour Cute Pandas and Stunning Avatar Mountain The most...

Learning Chinese as children brings valuable insights. 1. Cultural Connection: Learning Chinese allows children to connect with Chinese culture,...

One of my earliest contributions to the Chinese language learning community was to share my flashcard decks, first with my fellow classmates and...

The History of the Great Wall — 7+ Dynasties; 2,000+ years The Great Wall of China's history...

Datong Railway Station China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Hohhot-Nanning Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Yichang Railway Station China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

6-Day Songpan, Jiuzhaigou and Dujiangyan Tour Unveil Ancient Towns and Nature's Wonders Pack...

Actively listening to and working with spoken language that challenges our listening ability is probably the best way to improve listening ability....

Immersion abroad can boost language learning, and travelling where the language is spoken can help too. Yet how much you benefit depends on your...

Ili Travel Guide Ili is known for bright sunshine, blue skies, quiet lakes, colorful flowers,...

Hong Kong Weather in October Weather: The weather is very pleasant with clear skies, constant...

Mount Fanjing: How to Enjoy a Hassle-Free and Fulfilling Visit Known as the "Castle in the Sky"...

8 Temperature Adjectives in Chinese If you are in China this summer, the weather has probably been one of the most popular topics (and reasons to...

If you‘ve studied Chinese, you might think you know the word 方便 (Fāng biàn). But in real life, it doesn‘t just mean “available“ or “free“. It often...

Five-year-old Liam lives in Hong Kong with his family. His parents don’t speak Mandarin, but they know how important it is for him to learn the...

In today’s era of rapid advancement in AI technology, large – language models (LLMs) have become a key force driving changes in various fields....

4-Day Datong and Pingyao Tour from Beijing Explore the Origins of Chinese Civilization ...

2.5-hour Chengdu Evening Foodie Tour By Tuktuk Highlights Itinerary Price FAQ ...

Nov 18 | Chinese Wine Tasting Are you in Beijing or Shanghai on Fri, Nov 18? Taste and learn about Chinese wine culture at our Chinese Wine...

When trade policies shift, conversations become more complicated—especially when working with Chinese partners and suppliers. Import costs change,...

Learning Chinese can sometimes feel intimidating. Many students over-pursue perfection, which actually slows down their progress. Based on my...

Zhangjiajie Weather in August 2026: Late Month Wins August in Zhangjiajie sees the end of the...

The Top 12 Must-See Attractions in Beijing Where to go in Beijing? The city is full of grand...

Five Top Multi-Level Cycling Routes Around Hong Kong There are Hong Kong's five best cycling...

How to Experience the Luoyang Peony Festival – A Complete Guide Every spring, Luoyang comes...

Wǒ shì kuài jì. 我是会计。 I’m an accountant. Wǒ shì zuò cái wù de. 我是做财务的。 I work in finance. Wǒ shì zuò rén lì de. 我是做人力的。 I work...

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15 Interesting Facts on Chinese Food You Probably Won't Know "Chinese food" is the most...

Chengdu Wide and Narrow Alley: The Honest Guide for You When you come to Chengdu, besides the...

The Zhuang Song Festival (San Yue San) Celebrated: March. 31st Location: Nanning The...

When improving listening comprehension in Mandarin, there are three factors you should try to improve: Content: What you listen to Method: How...

Hong Kong Island Hiking Island's Hiking Highlights Hong Kong Trail: 50-kilometer...

5 Things Chinese Women Love About Western Men <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

Most people spend lots of time everyday using social networks such as Facebook, MSN and Twitter (or Renren, QQ and Weibo, their PRC equivalents). I...

A few weeks ago, David Mansaray over at Language is Culture asked me if I was interested in appearing in his new interview series focusing on...

How to Plan a Trip toGuilin, Guizhou,and Zhangjiajie (2026) Guilin, Guizhou, and Zhangjiajie,...

Beijing - Badaling (Great Wall) High-Speed Train China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l...

Dragon Boat Festival Greetings and Wishes: Say Happy or Health? Dragon Boat Festival (端午节)is...

The 3 Big Chinese “De”s: Part 3 - 地 (de) <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

Hunan Cuisine/Xiang Cuisine - Hot (Spicy) and Sour Most tourists who visit China get to...

Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan: How to Plan a Fun Trip Sun Moon Lake, a tranquil lake surrounded by...

Beijing-Jinan Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

The 3 Big Chinese “De”s: Part 1 - 的 (de) <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

10 Facts About the Ming Dynasty The Ming Empire (1368–1644) undertook colossal building...

Nanjing-Yiwu High-Speed Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Xiamen Weather in February Weather: In Xiamen, February is usually the coldest month of the...

As we stand at the beginning of 2025, with the much-anticipated Year of the Snake just around the corner, let’s explore the unique slangs that...

Traveling to China can be an exciting adventure, but navigating the country’s vast landscapes and bustling cities can seem like a daunting task for...

How to Plan a Shangri-La Tour: 2026 Trip Planning Guide Shangri-La, formerly Zhongdian, is the...

How to Order Food in Chinese? One of the first questions you will find your self asking when you come to China is “How to order food in...

Wǒ xiān zǒu le. 我先走了。 I’ll head out first. Real meaning: I’m escaping this awkward situation. Gǎi tiān liáo. 改天聊。 Let’s talk another day....

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Chinese Kites — History and Culture When we talk about the skies above China, we are often...

Harbin-Yabuli Trains - Take a Train to the World of Snow China Train Ticket Booking China Train ...

The 8 Best Shanghai Neighborhoods to Stay In (2026) Plan your visit wisely: Knowing what...

Xiamen Weather in January Weather: In Xiamen, January usually is slightly warmer than February....

The Top 10 Facts on Chinese Lanterns for China Travelers For centuries, the colorful,...

How to Plan a Trip to Chaozhou and Shantou from Singapore What attracts you to Chaoshan? Fine...

OLD - DO NOT PUBLISH - China Immersion Trip <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

This week’s podcast episode (number 204) is a reader and listener Q&A, where I answer three questions about reading comprehension in Chinese....

Best (& Worst) Times to Visit Yunnan 2026: Tips for All Months Compared to most places in...

Huangshan Spotlight Experiences The charms of Huangshan are not just found in the Yellow...

Yuni - Customer Relation Specialist Yuni Fang Customer Relation Specialist "Hi, I'm...

6 Ways to Make Friends with Chinese People Useful Ways to Make Friends with Chinese People In addition to language learning, many Chinese learners...

Chinese Homophones and Chinese Customs <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

Kunming Weather: Best Time to Visit for Scenery, Costs, and More (2026) Kunming enjoys mild and...

7-Day Tibet Tour including Trekking and Camping A Physical and Cultural Adventure in Tibet ...

How Much Does a China Silk Road Trip Cost? When planning a Silk Road trip, the travel cost is a...

One-day Tiger Leaping Gorge Hiking Tour From Lijiang Highlights Itinerary Price...

In Chinese culture, numbers are imbued with deep meanings and often symbolize good fortune and auspiciousness. In this article, we delve into nine...

Tibet Travel Permit Guide 2026: Who Needs It & How to Apply Tibet is now open for...

Chengdu Shuangliu Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is seated in the central...

Nanchang Railway Station China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Cultivate your Chinese flashcard garden... or burn it down and start afresh | Hacking Chinese

8-Day Xiamen and Chaoshan Dual City Adventure Culinary Delights & Ancient Tales This...

Chinese Camp 2025: Early-bird Registration Open! Chinese Camp 2025: Early-bird Registration Open!Feb 17, 2025Chinese Camp 2025: Secure an...

In today’s globalized economy, mastering Business Chinese can significantly enhance your career prospects. Whether you’re aiming to expand your...

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Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

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