The Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, is the most important and widely celebrated traditional holiday in China. It marks the beginning of a new year on the lunar calendar, a time for family reunions, feasting, and celebrating the coming year’s fortune and luck. Firecrackers are a traditional and significant part of […]
The tomb of Qin Shihuang, the first Emperor of the Qin Dynasty, has not been extensively excavated due to several reasons: In summary, while there is a strong desire to uncover the secrets of Qin Shihuang’s tomb, the practical, technical, and conservation challenges, along with political and cultural considerations, have thus far prevented a full-scale […]
The fading of the Terracotta Warriors’ colors shortly after excavation is due to a combination of factors related to the conservation state of the artifacts and their environment. When the warriors and horses were first buried, around 221 BCE, they were covered in a layer of lime thatprotected them from moisture and microorganisms. This preserved […]
Tibetans, like other populations living in high-altitude regions, have adapted to their environment over generations. They have developed certain genetic and physiological adaptations that help them cope with the low oxygen levels found at high altitudes. These adaptations make them less susceptible to altitude sickness compared to people from lower-altitude regions who are not acclimated. […]
The Forbidden City, the former Chinese imperial palace located in the center of Beijing, does not have a notable absence of trees today. In fact, it contains various types of trees, particularly in the open spaces and gardens. However, the layout and design of the Forbidden City were planned with strict symmetry, symbolism, and functional […]
China holds two sessions, namely the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), for different purposes. The NPC session, also known as the “Two Sessions,” usually takes place annually in March and lasts for about two weeks. During this session, delegates review and discuss major policies, economic plans, and social […]