Save Some $$$ With These Local Foods That Cost Less Than RMB 50
Discover some of Beijing’s tastiest meals for less than RMB 50.
Browsing: Culture
The All-Knowing Tree In the Beijing Temple of Confucius
Ever heard of a tree that distinguishes between good and evil? Well, you can find one such tree at the Beijing Temple of Confucius!
600 Years On, What Secrets Lie In the Forbidden City
A quick primer on the Forbidden City’s many historical features.
Some of the Lesser Known Stories Behind the Summer Palace
A quick primer on the Summer Palace’s many historical anecdotes!
Expat Kids Learn the Laws of Chinese Calligraphy
Calligraphy = Swordplay? That’s how I convinced my child to try a Chinese calligraphy class for 20 minutes.
The Woman, the Myth, the Legend Behind the Great Wall
Get familiar with one of the many legends behind the Great Wall!
Let’s Be Honest: You Need a Better Chinese Name
If your Chinese name is a mere homophonic translation of your Western name, it’s time to dig a little deeper.
Irreplaceable Beijing: What Will You Miss the Most?
What will you miss the most about Beijing if and when you have to leave?
6 Foods You Thought Were Chinese but Actually Aren’t
Just because you’ve seen it on a Western Chinese restaurant’s menu doesn’t mean it’s a Chinese dish.
Forget McDonald’s! Try These Chinese Fast Food Chains Instead
Intern Caroline suggests three Chinese fast food chains to truly immerse your taste buds in the local culture.