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Chinese Name and English Name
Get your Chinese name based on your English name free, with over 6,000 English names translated into Chinese.
Chinese Characters
A collection of frequently asked Chinese characters or words in gif format.
Top 10 Chinese Martial Arts Movies
The best Chinese martial arts movies all the time.
Chinese Good Luck Symbols
The top ten Chinese lucky characters for the Chinese.
Religion in China
Freedom of Religious Belief in China, the official documents from Chinese Government
China Blogs Worth Reading
English language China blogs allow readers to get the inside scoop on China or a new perspective on life in China. Many China blogs are written by journalists and foreigners living in China and overseas Chinese living outside China. While hundreds of China blogs exist, here are a few worth reading.
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Find Your Chinese Zodiac Sign
Discover what animals are in the Chinese Zodiac, why the Chinese Zodiac signs are important, and learn what your Chinese Zodiac sign is.
English Names in Chinese - A
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter A.
Chinese Characters for I love you
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Daoism
Learn more about Daoism (Taoism) in China.
Chinese Proverbs
Chinese proverbs are famous Chinese sayings.
School in China: Introduction to School and Education in China
Frequently asked questions about school in China, China's educational system and enrolling in school in China.
Chinese Funeral Traditions
See how people’s lives are remembered and celebrated at Chinese funerals. Chinese funeral traditions vary depending on where the deceased person and his or her family are from but some basic traditions still apply.
The Basics about Chinese Characters
To understand the basic of Chinese characters.
Chinese Paper Invention
Paper was invented by Cai Lun in 105 AD, which was one of the four great inventions by the Chinese.
Chinese Fable Stories
Chinese fable stories, proverbs and idioms.
Chinese Characters for Happy Birthday
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Character li4 -- Strength
Chinese character with pronunciation: li4 -- Strength
English Names in Chinese – J
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter J.
English Names in Chinese – C
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter C.
English Names in Chinese – M
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter M.
Chinese Silk and the Silk Road
Silk is discovered in China as one of the best materials for clothing. Want to know when or where or how it is discovered?
Qin Dynasty
The impact of China's First Dynasty
English Names in Chinese – S
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter S.
Chinese Traditions and Culture
Resources of Chinese traditions, folk stories and culture.
Chinese Characters for thank you
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Names
Chinese names in gif format, translated from English names.
3500 Fascinating Chinese Characters
Features 3500 Chinese characters with their meanings and pronunciations. The characters are in GIF format.
Jade Culture
Jade symbolizes beauty, nobility, perfection, constancy, power, and immortality in Chinese culture.
Chinese Names from Western Family Names
To get your Chinese name translated from your family name.
Tiananmen Protest Roots
Origins of the Tiananmen Square protests, root of Tiananmen Square protests
Moon Festival
About Chinese Moon Festival and moon cakes.
English Names in Chinese – K
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter K.
Dragon Boat Festival
Duanwu Jie - The Chinese Patriot Festival
Chinese Characters
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Yin and Yang
In Chinese culture, Yin and Yang represent the two opposite principles in nature.
The Forbidden City
The Forbidden City -- A tour on the Net.
Chinese Chopsticks
The story and customs of Chinese chopsticks in China.
Wei Xin: What is Wei Xin?
Learn about the popular app, Wei Xin, a free instant messaging app for iPhone, iTouch, iPad, and Android phones.
Chinese Twelve Animal Signs
The Chinese characters for the 12 Chinese animal signs.
English Names in Chinese – L
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter L.
Chinese Legends and Gods
Inclues tales, legends, gods, folk stories and Chinese traditions.
Internet Censorship in China
While over 384 million people have access to the Internet in China, only a portion of what the World Wide Web has to offer is available to online users. Why? Because China's government practices Internet censorship. Read how the government censors the Internet in China and what is censored.
English Names in Chinese – D
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter D.
Chinese Numbers
The numbers in Chinese.
Red Envelope
A red envelope is simply a long, narrow, red envelope with money in it. Traditional red envelopes are often decorated with gold Chinese characters like happiness and wealth. Variations of the red envelope include red envelopes with cartoon characters and red envelopes from stores and companies that contain coupons and gift certificates inside.
English Names in Chinese – E
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter E.
Chinese Games & Kids Games
To learn Chinese chess, go, majong, Si Guo War, Chinese yo-yo, and more
Sports History of China
Some known ancient cultural relics have provided evidence that health-building activities appeared in China over 4,000 years ago.
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A Chinese English Dictionary.
Buddhism
Learn more about Buddhism in China.
English Names in Chinese – B
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter B.
Chinese Idioms
A Chinese idiom dictionary
Chinese Colleges and Universities
A list of Chinese universities.
Chairman Mao Zedong
Learn more about Mao Zedong
Chinese Culture - Learn All About Chinese Etiquette
Learn all about Chinese Culture. Learn the proper way to meet new people, visit a Chinese home, and participate in a Chinese meeting. Also, get advice on giving gifts and get tips on proper gift-giving etiquette.
Chinese Character shui3 -- Water
Chinese character with pronunciation: shui3 -- Water
Chinese Culture: Chinese Gift-Giving Etiquette
Not only is the choice of gift important in Chinese culture, but how much you spend on it, how you wrap it, and how you present it are equally important.
Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism
Introduction to Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism
To get a Chinese first name
If you can't find your name on the list, you may request a Chinese name using this form.
English Names in Chinese – R
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter R.
China Flag & Name
China flag and name in Chinese.
Chinese New Year Guide
Chinese New Year is the most important and, at 15 days, the longest holiday in China. Chinese New Year begins on the first day of the lunar calendar, so it is also called Lunar New Year, and it is considered the beginning of spring, so it is also called Spring Festival. There are different stories of how Chinese New Year came about, but it has been celebrated for thousands of years. Learn the traditions and customs of Chinese New Year.
Chinese Taboo
Learn how to avoid common Chinese taboos.
Daily Chinese Horoscope - May 2012
Your daily Chinese horoscope for May 2012.
Chinese Culture Forum
Welcome to the Chinese Culture Forum! This is the place to post comments, ask questions, and say whatever is on your mind. Learn how the Chinese Culture Forum is setup to easily navigate your way through the Chinese Culture Forum.
Chinese Geography
Chinese Geography
Double Happiness
A story of the Chinese character, Double Happiness
Chinese Character nan2 -- Man
Chinese character with pronunciation: nan2 -- Man
Chinese Characters for water
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Obtaining Chinese Citizenship
The Nationality Law of China Outlines China's Citizenship Policy.
Chinese Characters for warrior
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Birthday Customs of the Newborn and Elderly
Newborn children Chinese people put their family in a very important position as they regard it as a means to keep the family blood stream continuously running.
Chinese Characters for sex
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Birthday: Celebrate a Chinese-style Birthday
Western-style birthday celebrations with neatly wrapped gifts, colorful balloons and sweet cakes with candles are becoming more popular in China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan. However, Chinese culture has some distinct birthday customs. Learn how to celebrate a Chinese-style birthday.
English Names in Chinese – T
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter T.
Chinese Gift-Giving: What Not to Buy
While giving a gift is much appreciated and it’s the thought that counts, there are some gifts that are absolute no-no’s in China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Avoid these Chinese gift giving blunders.
Chinese Name David
Chinese name and Chinese characters in gif format, translated from English name.
Nian
The origin of the Chinese New Year
Chinese Wedding
From pre-wedding prep and Chinese wedding clothing to Chinese wedding food and Chinese wedding favors, learn all about Chinese weddings.
Chinese Character qi1 -- Meanings Will Be Added
Chinese character with pronunciation: qi1 -- Meanings Will Be Added
2012 Fortune by Chinese Zodiac Sign
Several factors are used in Chinese fortune telling to determine a person’s fortune including a person's Chinese zodiac sign. Knowing your Chinese zodiac sign, element and predisposition (hot, cold, or neutral) are all used to determine your fortune. Consulting a Chinese almanac like 2012 Chinese Almanac by Peter So (ISBN 978-988-1905-6-9) or a fortune teller will help you find a detailed, more personal fortune.
One-Stop Chinese Culture
Includes Chinese traditions and cultures, fable stories, festival & holidays, legends and gods, Chinese names, customs, dragons and more.
Top 5 Books on Feng Shui
If you want to learn Feng Shui, here is the top 5 books about Feng Shui.
China Photo Gallery
A huge collection of photos and pictures about China, from Jun Shan, Your Chinese Culture Guide.
English Names in Chinese – N
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter N.
Dragon Culture
Chinese consider themselves, the descendants of the dragon. from your About.com Guide
Photo Gallery: Shanghai
A large collection of photos and pictures about Shanghai, from Jun Shan, Your Chinese Culture Guide.
Chinese Dialects
Introduction to Chinese dialects including Mandarin, Gan, Hakka, Min, Wu, Xiang and Cantonese.
Chinese Characters for love
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
English Names in Chinese – G
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter G.
Chinese Communist Party
Learn how the Chinese Communist Party was founded and how it is organized.
The Elderly in China
How to solve the problems of the large elderly population in China.
Sex in Traditional Chinese Culture
How to solve the problems of the large elderly population in China.
Chinese New Year Day
To get the date of Chinese New Year and the animal sign for a year.
Chinese Dress: Qipao
Qipao or cheongsam are one-piece Chinese dresses that have been worn since the Manchu ruled China in the 17th century.
Chinese Name Michael
Chinese name and Chinese characters in gif format, translated from English name.
Top Chinese Web Sites
A list of China's top Web Sites and portals.
ChineseNewYear
New Year is China's most-important holiday.
Chinese Characters for dragon
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Daily Manners
A guideline of Chinese manners in daily life and business.
Chinese Flowers
Learn about Chinese Flowers and Their Meanings
Chinese Characters for peace
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Zodiac Explained
The History of the Chinese Zodiac
China on the Financial Crisis
A look at how China is dealing with the global financial downturn.
Chinese Characters for welcome
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Name Chloe
Chinese name and Chinese characters in gif format, translated from English name.
Chinese Characters for fire
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Character mu3 -- Mother
Chinese character with pronunciation: mu3 -- Mother
Chinese Name James
Chinese name and Chinese characters in gif format, translated from English name.
English Names in Chinese – H
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter H.
Horoscopes
Chinese symbols (characters) in GIF format.
Top 5 China Travel Guide Books
The best travel guide books to China.
Daily Chinese Horoscope 2012
See your Daily Chinese Horoscope for 2012.
Chinese Characters for hope
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
English Names in Chinese – P
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter P.
Chinese Festival
Lantern Festival (Yuanxiao jie) and Yuanxiao recipe - the traditional Chinese food
Chinese Characters for congratulations
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Characters for dog
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Pudong and Waitan Bund
Photo gallery of Pudong and Waitan Bund, Shanghai.
Chinese Character huo3 -- Fire
Chinese character with pronunciation: huo3 -- Fire
Feature Articles
Previous issues of weekly features and columns about Chinese culture.
Chinese Fortune: What Are Your Lucky and Unlucky Colors?
Knowing whether you’re hot, cold, or neutral (yin or yang) helps determine your fortune plus other things like what your lucky and unlucky colors are. Decorating your home or office or accenting your clothing with your lucky color is said to enhance your luck. It’s not necessary to dye your hair a lucky color or solely wear lucky color clothing or decorate your home or office entirely in lucky colors, though in general, the more lucky colors, the better. .
Chinese Food Culture: Incompatible Food Combinations
Learn about Chinese food culture and which foods are incompatible. Find rememdies for incompatible food pairings.
Top 10 Books on Taoism
Taoism is an important part of Chinese culture. It is a great way to learn Taoism and Chinese from the following books.
English Names in Chinese – F
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter F.
Mahjong: How To Play Mahjong
Learn how to play mahjong. While the origin of mahjong (麻將, má jiàng), along called mah-jongg in the US, is unknown, the fast-paced four-player game is popular throughout Asia. The game was first sold in the US in the 1920s and has become popular in the last decade. Mahjong is often played as a gambling game; therefore, mahjong was banned after 1949 in China but reintroduced after the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976).
Chinese Characters for tiger
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
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.
Who Is Confucius?
Learn more about Confucius and his works
Chinese Fortune Telling
Learn all about Chinese fortune telling including types of fortune telling and what to expect when visiting a fortune teller.
Are Chinese Racist towards Blacks?
Most Chinese people are not racist towards Blacks because they don't have the hatred towards Blacks.
Chinese Characters for never give up
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Characters for China
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Name Justin
Chinese name and Chinese characters in gif format, translated from English name.
Chinese Characters for five elements
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Name Hannah
Chinese name and Chinese characters in gif format, translated from English name.
English Names in Chinese – Y
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter Y.
Chinese Characters for mom -- learning Chinese
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Chinese Characters for dad
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Mahjong Mania: Learn How to Play Mahjong
While the origin of mahjong (麻將, má jiàng), along called mah-jongg in the US, is unknown, the fast-paced four-player game is popular throughout Asia. The game was first sold in the US in the 1920s and has become popular in the last decade. Mahjong is often played as a gambling game; therefore, mahjong was banned after 1949 in China but reintroduced after the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976). Learn How to Play Mahjong
English Names in Chinese – Z
Find names in Chinese for English names beginning with the letter Z.
A Foolish Man Buys Shoes
A Chinese fable story.
Chinese Character mu4 -- Tree
Chinese character with pronunciation: mu4 -- Tree
Chinese Characters for Capricorn
Chinese characters or symbols in gif format, translated from English words.
Mahjong: Explanation of Mahjong Tiles
While the origin of mahjong (麻將, má jiàng), along called mah-jongg in the US, is unknown, the fast-paced four-player game is popular throughout Asia. The game was first sold in the US in the 1920s and has become popular in the last decade. Mahjong is often played as a gambling game; therefore, mahjong was banned after 1949 in China but reintroduced after the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976). Before playing mahjong, it is important to identify and understand each mahjong tile.
Tibet Issue
The issue of Tibet has been a hot button issue for centuries. Learn more about the two sides to this deeply divided region.
Chinese Wedding Gifts
Learn what kind of Chinese wedding gifts are acceptable to give at Chinese weddings. Learn what Chinese wedding gifts to avoid.
Wu Yan and Su Liu -- Two Ugly Imperial Concubines
Newborn children Chinese people put their family in a very important position as they regard it as a means to keep the family blood stream continuously running.
Origin of Chinese Characters
To learn more about the most used language in the world

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