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What Is It Like to Have Gua Sha?

Learn what it is like to have gua sha. Your Guide to Chinese Culture and readers share what it is like to have gua sha.

Taiwan

Learn all about Taiwan, the Republic of China. From the flag, currency and national anthem to history, holidays, sightseeing, and study abroad opportunities.

Chinese Politicians - Zhu Rongji

Who is Zhu Rongji? Learn about China's former premier and economic reformer.

Taiwan History - A Brief History of Taiwan

From its early days to the present day, learn about Taiwan's history.

Sun Yat-sen

Learn about Sun Yat-sen, the father of modern China.

What Is the Xinhai Revolution?

Learn about the Xinhai Revolution, which is commemorated October 10 each year.

Chinese Inventions

Many of the tools used today, from compasses to kites were invented in China. Learn about Chinese inventions and their origins, how they work, and where to purchase them.

Chinese Spa Treatment

Learn about various Chinese spa treatments, including traditional Chinese foot massage, knife massage, and hair wash.

Chinese Knife Massage

Learn what a Chinese Knife Massage is and where to get one.

Chinese Hair Wash

Learn what a Chinese Hair Wash is and where to get one.

Chinese Foot Massage

Learn what a Chinese Foot Massage is and where to get one.

May Fourth Movement

The demonstrations of the May Fourth Movement marked a turning point in China’s intellectual development which can still be felt today.

What's It Like to Get Cupping?

Readers share their experiences with cupping, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

What's It Like to Get Acupuncture?

Readers share their experiences with acupuncture, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Share Your Experience with Tuī Ná Massage

Rate and review your tui na massage experience.

Share Your Experience with Shamanism

Rate and review your shamanism experience.

Share Your Experience with Moxibustion

Rate and review your moxibustion experience.

Share Your Experience with Guā Shā

Rate and review your gua sha experience.

Share Your Experience with Cupping

Rate and review your cupping experience.

Share Your Experience with Acupuncture

Rate and review your acupuncture experience.

Chinese Culture Forum

Chinese Culture Forum

Chinese Clothes

Chinese Clothes

Chinese Clothing: Mao Suit

Chinese Clothing: Mao Suit

Chinese Clothing: Dudou

Chinese Clothing: Dudou

Chinese Clothing: Kaidangku

Chinese Clothing: Kaidangku

Chinese History: Five Year Plan

Chinese History: Five Year Plan

Chinese History: First Five-Year Plan (1953-57)

Chinese History: First Five-Year Plan (1953-57)

Chinese History: Second Five-Year Plan (1958-1962)

Chinese History: Second Five-Year Plan (1958-1962)

Chinese History: Great Sparrow Campaign

Chinese History: Great Sparrow Campaign

Chinese History: Third Front

Chinese History: Third Front

Chinese History: Third Five-Year Plan (1966-1970)

Chinese History: Third Five-Year Plan (1966-1970)

Chinese History: Fourth Five-Year Plan (1971-1975)

Chinese History: Fourth Five-Year Plan (1971-1975)

Chinese History: Fifth Five-Year Plan (1976-1980)

Chinese History: Fifth Five-Year Plan (1976-1980)

Chinese History: Seventh Five-Year Plan (1986-1990)

Chinese History: Seventh Five-Year Plan (1986-1990)

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine (中医, zhōng yī ), or TCM , has been practiced in China since ancient times. TCM focuses on restoring the balance of yin and yang in the body and integrates the five elements into its practices. TCM is influenced by Daoism . Diagnosis is based on the Four Diagnoses: observation, olfaction, interrogation, and...

Chinese History: Eighth Five-Year Plan (1991-1995)

Chinese History: Eighth Five-Year Plan (1991-1995)

Chinese History: Tenth Five Year Plan (2001-2005)

Chinese History: Tenth Five Year Plan (2001-2005)

Chinese History: Eleventh Five-Year Plan (2006-2010)

Chinese History: Eleventh Five-Year Plan (2006-2010)

Chinese History: Ninth Five-Year Plan (1996-2000)

Chinese History: Ninth Five-Year Plan (1996-2000)

Chinese History: Sixth Five-Year Plan (1980-1985)

Chinese History: Sixth Five-Year Plan (1980-1985)

228 Day

228 Day

China: 2010 Year in Review

2010 was a busy year in China. Take a look at the top 10 China news stories that had people talking worldwide.

Guangzhou Asian Games 2010

Find everything you need to know about the Guangzhou Asian Games 2010.

Chinese Athletes

Some 1,454 Chinese athletes are competing in 42 sports ranging from soccer and gymnastics to chess and wushu at the Guangzhou Asian Games 2010. Learn more about these top Chinese athletes.

National Anthem of the Republic of China

Learn the words to Taiwan’s national anthem. The lyrics to the National Anthem of the Republic of China are from a speech given in 1924 by Sun Yat-sen at the opening of the Whampoa Military Academy in Guangzhou, China.

Asian Games

The Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 is taking place in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. The Asian Games are held every four years. Over 9,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing in 42 sports ranging from soccer and gymnastics to chess and wushu. The Asian Games continue through Nov. 27.

Profile of Yan Fu

A profile of 19th Century Chinese intellectual Yan Fu.

How to Get Tickets to the Guangzhou Asian Games 2010

The Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 is taking place in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. The Asian Games are held every four years. Over 9,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing in 42 sports ranging from soccer and gymnastics to chess and wushu. The Asian Games continue through Nov. 27. Learn how to get tickets.

The Creation of Race in China

The Creation of a Race

The Impact of the Qin Dynasty

The impact of China's First Dynasty

Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 iPhone Apps

The Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 is taking place in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. The Asian Games are held every four years. Over 9,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing in 42 sports ranging from soccer and gymnastics to chess and wushu. The Asian Games continue through Nov. 27.

Watch the Guangzhou Asian Games 2010

The Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 is taking place in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. The Asian Games are held every four years. Over 9,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing in 42 sports ranging from soccer and gymnastics to chess and wushu. The Asian Games continue through Nov. 27.

Guangzhou Asian Games 2010

The Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 is taking place in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. The Asian Games are held every four years. Over 9,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing in 42 sports ranging from soccer and gymnastics to chess and wushu. The Asian Games continue through Nov. 27.

Chinese Protest

A Chinese protest, while illegal, has been part of modern Chinese history. Learn about some topics that have led to protests in China.

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