Month: July 2026

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Sundowners in Shanghai Having a "sundowner" is a classic British ritual marking the end of a...

Heavenly Lake Xinjiang Travel Restrictions: Xinjiang is open to tourism includingUrumqi,...

Many parents hesitate when it comes to letting their children learn Chinese, thinking it’s a difficult language to master. With its tones,...

This is the second post in a series of three focusing on comprehension-based Chinese learning and teaching, written by Diane Neubauer. Please read...

Western Hills Forest Park Western Hills (Xishan) is a forest park blending beautiful natural...

10+ Facts (FAQs) about Genghis Khan You Didn't Know Genghis Khan (Mongolian: Chinggis Khaan) is...

Lijiang Weather in March Weather: In March, it turns warm and sunny during the day but cools...

Hong Kong - Guiyang High-Speed Train China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Meizhou Travel Guide - How to Plan a Trip to Meizhou Meizhou City is a prefecture-level City...

6-Day Guilin Photography Tour Catch the Exclusive Beauties of Guilin This Guilin photography...

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China's Regional Cuisines — Chinese Food Types China's cooking styles and dietary preferences...

Hiking the Great Wall of China: Tips from a Local Hiking Guide Since my school days, the long...

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Sugong Ta (Emin Minaret) Feature Old brick tower dating to 1778; almost as old as the...

Xiamen Weather - Best Time to Visit Xiamen has a subtropical climate, which is generally...

Singapore’s multicultural environment provides numerous opportunities for non-Chinese kids to learn Mandarin effectively. Here are some suggestions...

Have you spent hours studying for the HSK exam, memorizing vocabulary, and perfecting exercises, yet still find yourself losing points in the...

You step into the bookshop, surrounded by a world of possibilities. In the Chinese section, you find just a couple of textbooks and a ‘Learn Chinese...

China's Zodiac Animal Cities to Visit - Beijing's the Tiger… Everyone has his or her own zodiac...

Silk Road Weather in May: a Good Time to Visit Weather-Wise May is one of the best times to...

4-Day Tiger Leaping Gorge and Baoshan Stone Village Hiking Tour Secrets of the Yangtze The...

Changan In Sui And Tang Dynasties Map Click to enlarge! Sui Dynasty and Tang Dynasty...

The Largo Do Senado Historic Square Macau is a now a mega-resort and casino center, but before...

That’s Mandarin & NihaoCafe Voted Top by GoAbroad.com in 2022 — Again! For the second year in a row, That’s Mandarin and NihaoCafe have been...

China is Open for X2 Student Visas! From Jan 8, 2023 We’ve all waited for this day for a very long time… Starting Sunday, January 8, the China X2...

The 5 Key Flavors of Chinese Food Chinese people pay great attention to the color, smell,...

12-DayBeijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Guilin, and Shanghai Panda Keeper and Classic Wonders Cute...

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

2-Day Shanghai Port Transfer with City & Zhujiajiao Tour Enjoy an easy transfer between the...

Harbin Transportation Harbin is in China's northernmost province, bordering Russia and North...

Bié bī wǒ! 别逼我！ Don’t push me! Bié cuī wǒ. 别催我。 Don’t rush me. Bié gěi wǒ yā lì. 别给我压力。 Don’t pressure me. Nǐ bié zǒng gǎn wǒ. 你别总赶我。...

Among all Chinese traditions, the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) stands out as a vibrant entry point for families eager to connect with Chinese...

How to Wish Someone Well in Chinese <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

14-Day China Natural Wonders Discovery This 14-day natural wonders discovery tour covers the...

20-Day Chengdu, Chongqing, Lhasa, Silk Road, and Shanghai Tour Classic China Culture and...

Sanjiang South Railway Station China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Fengjing Ancient Town Fengjing Ancient town is a typical water town, being one of the eight new...

Yangtze Gold 3 Cruise Yangtze Gold 3 made its first voyage in 2012. It has been designed per...

6 Ways to Stay Warm and Cozy During the Winter Season As the vibrant colors of autumn are fading away, winter is coming soon! We’ll share 6 ways to...

I love games and storytelling, so it’s only natural that I’ve played role-playing games since I was ten or so. Since I started leaning Chinese, I...

Internet Access in China — Wi-Fi and Internet Censorship The Internet is available all over...

Chongqing Weather in January, Chongqing Temperature in January Winter touring and shopping in...

Valentine's Day in China It is really difficult to confirm the exact time when Western...

15 Fun Pandas Facts You Didn't Know (Will Impress You) When we think of giant pandas, we think...

To successfully guide students in conquering the YCT Exam, it is crucial to emphasize the significance of practicing with past papers. In this...

帅到犯规 (Shuài dào fàn guī) – So handsome it’s almost illegal 帅得一批 (Shuài de yī pī‌) – Insanely handsome (slang) 五官好精致 (Wǔ guān hǎo jīng zhì) – Your...

Many kids find learning Chinese challenging, which can lead to significant stress. Today, we’d like to share some methods for parents to make the...

During certain periods of my life, I’ve spent upwards of 80 hours a week learning Chinese. For most people, that sounds crazy; how can you possibly...

15 Fun Facts about Chinese New Year (#15 Will Impress You) Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)...

Suzhou Weather in March Weather: March is the first month of spring, and the weather is...

Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport covers 7,260 acres of land. It has a...

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

5 Chinese Words That Have No English Equivalents <!-- Pinyin chart Video ...

Task-based Chinese learning and teaching | Hacking Chinese

Image credit: Stephanieking via Wikimedia Commons. When learning Chinese, should you focus on extensive learning, where you cover a lot of fairly...

How to Eat Healthily in China - 3 Steps You may have seen some negative reports about...

The Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC) The 800-year period of the Zhou Dynasty (1045–221) is...

Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon has become a hot attraction because of the...

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

Century Victory Cruise Set sail on theCentury Victory, a cruise ship designed with your...

8 Less Touristy Places to Visit in Guilin: Best Hidden Gems Guilin, renowned worldwide for its...

How to Practice Chinese Characters So, what can one do to really learn how to write Chinese characters effectively? During the summer of 2011 in...

Chinese Winter Camp ’23 Has Officially Started: Join in the Fun! Are you ready to transform this winter into extraordinary adventure for your kid?...

Mongolian Cuisine Mongolian cuisine can be found in China's Mongol Autonomous Region of Inner...

The 10 Most Beautiful Places in Taiwan Taiwan is a region with natural beauty and architectural...

Macau Shopping Duty-free shopping is Macau's new draw. The territory now has very large malls...

Xi'an-Nanjing Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Explore Xi'an's Food: How to Eat Like a Local When it comes to China's culinary cities, Xi'an...

When in Shanghai, Don't... At China Highlights, we know that for first time visitors to...

The “Sage of Omaha” Warren Buffett has invested in “比亚迪 (bǐyàdí) BYD-Build Your Dreams” CO Ltd, which is a Chinese manufacturer of batteries, “手机...

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Suzhou Weather in August Weather: August is the first or second hottest month. It is often...

Top 5 Shopping Areas in Chengdu: Recommendations from Locals Chengdu, known as the city of...

Guilin West Railway Station China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

China Train Travel China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

The 10 Most Unusual Museums in Shanghai There are a great number of museums in Shanghai,...

The 5 Best Beaches in Xiamen With so many beaches, which beach in Xiamen should you visit?...

Top 6 Chinese Dishes For Weight Loss Many traditional Chinese dishes are filled with healthy ingredients, including vegetables and lean meats....

Introverts learning Chinese dismay when we hear advice about speaking from day one, preferably with any and all Chinese people you encounter. Great...

How to Order a Meal Online in China China is one of the leading countries across the...

8-Day Hohhot–Ordos Tour with Hiking, Camping, and Culture Inner Mongolia Core Wilds &...

Weather in China in March & Top Places for Cherry Blossom 2026 Is March a good time to...

Shanghai to Beijing Flights Airports, Terminals & Airlines for Shanghai to Beijing...

Top 10 Things to Do in Macau Four hundred years of integration between Chinese and Western...

China School Trip | 1 Exciting Week, 50 Happy Students! Last week, our Shanghai campus successfully received a group of students on their China...

Image credit: VistaICO.com Learning is about connecting something new to what you already know. If what you know is clearly structured and logical,...

7-Day Lhasa, Nyingchi, and Bome Tour Experience the Mysteries and Vitality of Tibet For...

28-Day Panorama China Tour The Wonders of Grand China China, with its rich history and vast...

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

Hong Kong-Changsha High-Speed Trains - Easy to Book China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l...

A Student’s Online Experience At That’s Mandarin I have been studying the Mandarin Chinese language for almost seven years at many different...

Learning Mandarin is not a short journey, so how to help kids persist in learning Chinese is crucial. Encouragement comes into play in this...

Writing practice is an important part of learning Chinese for all learners except perhaps true beginners and those who have chosen to focus only on...

Learning characters is the most obvious challenge for students of Chinese. It’s obvious because no other world language requires you to learn...

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

Hohhot Travel Guide - How to Plan a Trip to Hohhot Hohhot is in the middle of the Inner...

Shangri-La Weather - Best Time to Visit Shangri-La (also named Zhongdian) lies on the...

Harbin Weather in October Weather: The weather gets cold by the end of October. It rains...

The Best Seafood Restaurants in Hong Kong Hong Kong is one of the world's biggest port cities...

Děng yī xià 等一下 Wait a moment Děng yī xià wǒ. 等一下我。 Wait for me. Māma, děng yī xià! 妈妈，等一下！ Mom, wait a second! Děng yī xià，...

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The Top 10 Things to Do in Nanjing Nanjing is one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China....

Hangzhou Weather in July Weather: July is the hottest month, and it rains a lot until the...

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Hangzhou Dragon Boat Festival 2026 Celebrated: June 19, 2026 Location: Hangzhou ...

9-Day Classic China Family Tour Explore Imperial, Historical, and Modern China with Your...

Urumqi Weather in January Weather: January is the coldest month and very dry in Urumqi. It is...

Chinese character (Beginner) 春 (Chūn) Spring Chinese character: 春 (chūn) Spring 拼音 (pīnyīn) pinyin:...

With the advent of smart phones, software that was previously only available on computers are increasingly taking the step from your desktop into...

China Hiking Tours Perhaps China is not so famous for hiking or other outdoor activities in...

Xiling Snow Mountain: Our Favourite Winter Escape from Chengdu If you ask me where to go near...

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

Changsha-Zhangjiajie High-Speed Trains China Train Ticket Booking China Train Int’l Train from...

Pudong If you love experiencing shiny new things, Pudong, Shanghai is the ideal place to visit....

Among China’s many cultural treasures, shadow puppetry stands out as a living, breathing art form that bridges centuries of tradition with the vivid...

Throughout my journey to learn Chinese, I’ve used sports to boost my learning. I’ve played badminton, football and volleyball with native...

Chinese characters are beautiful and fascinating, but learning to write them by hand is time-consuming. If you want to learn to write Chinese...

Chinese New Year Quotes As common in any festival or holiday, saying festive greetings...

Top 10 Things to Do in Gansu In ancient times, Chinese businessmen traveled through Gansu on...

Shenzhen West Railway Station - Map, Bus, Tips, and Travel Routes China Train Ticket Booking China...

Xi'an Weather in May 2026: Travel Tips Weather: May marks the transition from late spring to...

Beijing Weather in March 2026: Travel Tips & Spring Flowers Weather:Mid-March marks the...

Discover the Top 10 Chinese Buzzwords of 2023 Last week, the linguistics journal Yaowen Jiaozi, or《咬文嚼字》(Yǎo Wén Jiáo Zì), released the top ten...

Rè 热 Hot Yán rè 炎热 scorching hot Rè ài 热爱 To deeply love Rè qíng 热情 Enthusiastic / passionate Rè nào 热闹 Lively / bustling Rè dù...

Silk Road Weather in September (Travel Tips for First-Timers) China's Silk Road weather in...

How to Visit Huashan Mountain(Visiting Routes, Best Time) As one of the Five Great Mountains...

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Top 5 Water Towns Near Shanghai: How to Choose Want a water town trip from Shanghai? These...

Beijing Traditional Food Tour The Old Beijing of a Foodie Getting to know Beijing with your...

Harbin Travel Tips — 7 Things to Know Before You Go Harbin has been given many accolades: "Ice...

Hong Kong Weather in June Hong Kong in June is hot with high humidity. The average low and...

In this modern and enlightened age of communicative language teaching and comprehensible input, translation is not often advocated as the key to...

Best Dunhuang Itineraries and Side Trips Dunhuang features the "Eastern Louvre" — the Mogao...

Aberdeen Aberdeen is the largest town on Hong Kong Island outside the main urban area, and it...

The Star Ferry Hong Kong: Expert Tips, Mini Tour Hong Kong's Star Ferry has been faithfully...

Mother's Day in China Mother's Day in China falls on the second day of the fourth month...

How to Eat Mooncakes during Mid-Autumn Festival (Without Embarrassing Yourself) As Mid-Autumn...

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HSK Level 1: Downloadable Test Students at this level have had little to no previous experience with Chinese. Level 1 will begin with essential...

6-Day Huitengxile Grassland and Kubuqi Desert Tour with Hiking and Camping Inner Mongolia Wild...

Tianmen Mountain - Climb the Stairway to Heaven's Door Tianmen Mountain, by Zhangjiajie city,...

Everything is difficult at the beginning, and learning Chinese is the same. For  children, how to get started in learning Mandarin might pose a...

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The Tang Dynasty — Golden Age of Literature and Art The Tang Dynasty (618–907) supplanted the...

Plan a China Trip with a 10-Day (240-Hour) Visa-Free Transit Policy As China continues to relax...

Shanghai Disneyland Park: How to Visit and Tips Shanghai Disneyland Park is the first Disney...

Congratulations That’s Mandarin Winter 2022 Graduates We’re so excited and proud to see our students achieve goals and improve their Chinese skills...

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The story of how I learnt Chinese is almost finished, but I need two more posts before it’s up-to-date. I began this story with a post about why I...

Hangzhou Attractions Of the 20 Hangzhou attractions listed here West Lake is probably the most...

9 Days in China: Top 10 Tours and Itineraries 2025) The top 10 itineraries recommended below...

The Wuyi Mountains The Wuyi Mountains are listed as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site...

When you learn Mandarin, you expect vocabulary lists, tones, grammar patterns… But what most learners don’t expect is that everyday Chinese is full...

Wǒ zuò dào le! 我做到了！ I did it! Wǒ chéng gōng le! 我成功了！ I succeeded! Wǒ huì le! 我会了！ I can do it now! Wǒ xué huì le! 我学会了！ I...

1-Day Dujiangyan Panda Volunteer Program Tour China is the homeland of pandas and currently the...

Lake Manasarovar: A Complete Guide to Visit Tibet's Most Sacred Lake In remote western Tibet,...

How to Plan a Trip to Shanghai and Yunnan Planning a trip to Shanghai and Yunnan combines the...

From Douyin to Your Screen: Dongbei Floral Pattern It’s time to explore China’s online world. Discover the coolest people, the latest trends, and...

Tiào 跳 Jump Pǎo 跑 Run Tī qiú 踢球 Kick the ball Huá tī 滑梯 Slide Pāi shǒu 拍手 Clap hands Zhuàn quān 转圈 Spin around Jǔ shǒu 举手 Hands...

12-Day Shanghai, Huangshan, Hangzhou, Guilin and Hong Kong Tour Selected Picturesque China...

21-Day Beijing, Xian, Silk Road, Jiuzhaigou and Chengdu Tour Classic China Culture Tour ...

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Top 9 Day Trips from Beijing: How to Plan Beijing is not only a treasure trove of Chinese...

When reading a text in Chinese with Pinyin shown on top of characters, what do you look at? Most students look at the familiar letters, and you need...

Photography Tips for Jiuzhai Valley Jiuzhaigou is one of the most beautiful national parks in...

Huangshan Weather in April Weather: April is cool, rainy, and cloudy. It is the beginning of...

Hongcun Village To see old Ming and Qing courtyards, beautiful preserved countryside, shop for...

Top 8 Dragon Boat Festival Food Chinese people like eating, and Chinese culture is justifiably...

Beginner’s Guide | Starting Your Journey in China Navigating a new country can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to everyday tasks like...

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The Qin Dynasty — First Imperial Dynasty in China The Qin Dynasty (221–206 BC) reunited China...

Guangzhou Transportation Guangzhou is the transportation hub of southern China. Guangzhou now...

Furong Ancient Town: How to Visit with Itinerary Suggestions Furong Ancient Town is famous for...

磨杵成针 (móchǔchéngzhēn) Grinding an Iron Pestle into a Needle (Try our Chinese idiom lesson for you) Lǐ Bái xiǎo shíhou tè tānwán, yí dào...

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8-Day Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Tour Pilgrimage to the Roof of the World Some say the earth...

Top China Tours with Hong Kong: Seamless Mainland & HK Adventures Hong Kong is a global...

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May 22 | Make Chinese Sachets Are you in Beijing or Shanghai on Thursday, May 22, 2025?Come and explore with us the art of making the Chinese...

Image credit: sxc.hu/profile/zeathiel It seems to me that most people like to feel that they gradually improve and become better at what they’re...

Top 10 Traditional Chinese Festivals These traditional festivals will really introduce you to...

Top 3 Spicy Chongqing Dishes Chongqing is one of the most notable city in China for spicy food. Its cuisine is also known as Chuan Cuisine, owing...

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I’ve been teaching Mandarin to adult learners for years. And if there’s one sentence I hear over and over again, it’s this:“I’m just not good at...

Zhangjiajie in June 2026: Guide of Rainy Weather and Crowds June brings warm, humid weather and...

Beijing Capital Airport Beijing Capital International Airport is located in northeast of...

Puji Buddhist Temple Puji Buddhist Temple is one of the three renowned temples in Macao. The...

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Moving to a new country can be both exciting and daunting, especially when it comes to language barriers. For expats in China, mastering a few...

A language exchange is simply two people who want to learn each others’ languages. Sometimes, people say that it’s more a matter of body language...

13 Silk Road Facts You Didn't Know: History, China's New Silk Road, Tourism Here are the...

How to Plan a Trip to Xi’an and Guilin (Ultimate Guide) Both Xi'an and Guilin are top travel...

3-DayEssence of Xi'an Tour Feel the Pulse of Xi'an This tour offers seven must-see landmarks...

For families wishing to spark their child’s interest in Mandarin, exploring Chinese dumplings (jiaozi) together offers a hands-on and delicious...