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Chinese History, Culture, Language and People

Learn about Chinese history, culture, its language and people. The more you understand about what is behind what's going on in China, the more enjoyable your trip will be. China's culture is ancient - spanning over 5,000 years. And knowing a few words in Mandarin will definitely be helpful to you on your travels in China.

Visiting a Chinese Temple

What to expect and how to behave at a temple in China.

What to Wear to a Chinese Temple

What to wear to a Chinese temple.

Traveler Nuisances

Travelers to China should be aware of some nuisances they might find during a visit to China. There's nothing to be afraid of, but there are some things you should watch out for.

Books to Read about China

Recommendations for ten books that are great reads for anyone interested in traveling to China.

5 Ways to Ruin Your Trip to China

Consider the Yin and Yang of it all; no trip to China is without its highs and lows. To maintain the highs and keep the lows at a minimum, here is a little advice to help you enjoy your trip and not miss out.

China History Index

An index of Chinese history outlining dynasties and other periods.

Taoism

Learn all about the tradition of Taoism on our About.com site dedicated to it.

Chinese Culture on About.com

Read about Chinese Culture in-depth on our About.com site devoted to it.

Hand Gestures for 1-10 in China

Learn the hand gestures for 1-10 in China.
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