It was only a few years ago that Mainland China was seen as a mystery to most people outside of China. Today, Chinese business, Chinese culture, Chinese food, Chinese herbs, Chinese movies are being appreciated in every corner of the earth regardless of their race or nationality! Let us take you into a fascinating tour of modern China and it's fascinating people and culture!<br> http://www.chinese-culture.net/ Chinese Culture Net Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:55:26 +0800 cheong@chinese-culture.net Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:52:11 +0800 cheong@chinese-culture.net FeedForAll Mac v1.6 (1.6.0.3) unlicensed version Chinese New Year is celebrated by Chinese all over the world! In 2006, Chinese New Year will start on 29th of January and run for 15 days. Learn about the significance of Chinese New Year for the Chinese in the year of the Dog. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/happy_chinese_newyear.html cheong@chinese-culture.net Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:29:36 +0800 Whatever your reasons, China is a new global and economic power that you cannot ignore. You can start reading thick textbooks or journals to learn more about China or you find out FIRSTHAND through an easy and light-hearted manner from the ebook written by this ex-China expatriate. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/posted_to_china.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:46:48 +0800 The Chinese knew about the health effect of foot reflexology and the Japanese knew about body waste(toxins) detoxification for hundreds and hundreds of years http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/detox_reflexology.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:49:16 +0800 Guan’s 5 Steps System of Tai Chi Breathing in his latest e-book “Basic Tai Chi Breathing: A Simple Step By Step Guide”. http://taichiexerciseforhealth.com/x.php?adminid=2265&id=7819%CF%80d=8782 Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:51:31 +0800 Shaolin Monks and Asian families have trusted herbal patches and ointment for effective pain relief for centuriesy. These methods include herbs, accupuncture, accupressure, reflexology, massages, herbal plasters, herbal scent and herbal ointments. You will notice that all these methods are natural, herbal and non-invasive to the human body. http://www.quick-pain-relief.com/ Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:32:56 +0800 Love Chinese Food? Now, for the first time ever, you can not only love Chinese food BUT you can actually cook Chinese food with our simple to follow illustrated recipes http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/chinese_recipes.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:48:11 +0800 Mainland China is a huge country! Let's look at the geography and demographic structure of this huge nation. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/chinese_geography.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:46:13 +0800 One of the greatest way to understand Chinese culture is to travel through China individually or in a group. We present some China travel tips to make your trip enjoyable! China is expected to be the top tourist destination for the world in Year 2010. So travel early. Travel China! http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/china_travel_tips.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:45:25 +0800 China has a strict visa policy. Anyone wishing to visit China will need to apply for a business or social visa before landing in China. We give you some tips on the various type of Chinese Visa as well as the application procedure. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/apply_chinese_visa.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:44:20 +0800 With China becoming a economic powerhouse by the day, many people are now seeking work opportunities in China. Many people are also posted to China on a short or long term basis. We present some tips to make your work in China enjoyable! http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/china_work_tips.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:43:46 +0800 China is becoming very much a economic powerhouse. It is only a matter of time before you need to do business with someone in China. China's business practice is different from Western methods, so it will be good if you can be aware of Chinese business culture and etiquette. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/chinese_business_culture.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:43:00 +0800 One cannot talk about Chinese Culture without mentioning Chinese Food and Cuisine! Chinese food has always enjoyed a good reputation among culinary fans and to be able to travel to the country of origin for Chinese food, Mainland China, is nothing short of ecstasy for Chinese food lovers! http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/chinese_food.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:42:16 +0800 When traveling or living in a new country, one is always worried about the public safety and security. We will share with you what we believe is the public safety and order situation in China. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/china_public_safety.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:41:25 +0800 It is never nice to fall sick or ill in a strange country. What happens if you do and need to seek medical help? Let us provide you with some useful medical advice and tips. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/chinese_hospital.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:40:22 +0800 Take a bus and see the real China. Using local transportation like buses, trains and taxi will let you see China and interact with Chinese the way as you had never experienced before. You must at least try it once when in China. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/china_public_transport.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:39:32 +0800 World Peace! Make friends with your Chinese neighbours or when travelling in China, learn to speak a few basic Chinese words and phrases. Communication is the best way for cultures to interact and knowing a word or two of the other culture's language will always bring the two cultures so much closer together. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/chinese_phrases.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:38:53 +0800 Learning Chinese is very popular now. In fact, it is one of the most popular foreign language in most language schools around the world. It is not uncommon to see Non-Chinese in different parts of the world speak Chinese as more and more cultural and business transaction takes place between China and the world. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/learn_chinese.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:38:24 +0800 Mainland China has the most Chinese with almost 1.2 billion in population. Outside of China, there are many countries with a large Chinese population as well. Let's see the differences between these countries and mainland China. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/chinese.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:36:34 +0800 China was accepted into the World Trade Organization (WTO) and will become a full member in Year 2006. How will China joining the WTO affect China and how will it affect the rest of the world? I am sure many of us are keen to learn and understand how much of an impact WTO and China will have. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/china_wto.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:35:45 +0800 Dancing Beijing is the journey to the future. As the emblem for China's journey toward the 2008 Olympic Games, Dancing Beijing reveals the heart of an ancient culture embracing the modern world, the spirit of a people moving toward a new destiny. Dancing Beijing captures the soul of a city in transformation, a nation on the move. Its motion conveys a message of hope, an invitation to joy and a promise of unity. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/Olympics_2008.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:35:04 +0800 One good way to live, travel and work in China is to teach English in China. Do note that pay may not be fantastic but accomodation and return air ticket is typically provided and does help for those with minimal budget. http://www.chinese-culture.net/html/teach_english_in_china.html Sun, 08 Jan 2006 13:34:29 +0800