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Drought Resistant Farming and the Top Drought-Resistant Plant, Flower
How did ancient Chinese farmers grow crops in dry lands? Their drought-resistant farming techniques, like groove-and-ridge systems, turned harsh soils into thriving fields. This gu…
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Dive into the Festival Spring Festival: Origins, Foods, and Modern Twists
The Chinese Spring Festival, often called Lunar New Year, draws over a billion people into celebrations each year. This vibrant festival marks the start of the lunar new year with …
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China’s 8 Major Cuisines: A Tasty Guide to Eastern Flavors
Sipping Shandong’s creamy “milk soup” with tender water shield stems, I got why Confucius said, “Never tire of fine food.” Hanfu may dress the body, but China’s 8 major cuisines fe…
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Ching Ming Festival: Honoring Ancestors and Embracing Spring
The Ching Ming Festival, also known as Qingming, is a cherished Chinese holiday that blends honoring ancestors with celebrating spring’s renewal. Celebrated around April 4 or 5, it…
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Cold Food Festival: A Chinese Tradition of Loyalty, Nature, and Renewal
The Cold Food Festival, a poetic Chinese holiday, celebrates loyalty, nature, and renewal. Held 105 days after the winter solstice, typically in late March or early April, it coinc…
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Shangsi Festival: China’s Ancient Spring Celebration
The Shangsi Festival, celebrated on the third day of the third lunar month, is like a big springtime party in China. Usually falling in April, this ancient holiday is all about wel…
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Dragon Head-Raising Festival: A Spring Celebration of Luck and Harvest
The Dragon Head-Raising Festival, celebrated on the second day of the second lunar month, is a lively Chinese tradition that kicks off spring with hope and good vibes. Also called …
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A Complete Guide to Celebrating the Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival is a dazzling celebration that wraps up the Chinese New Year with glowing lanterns, tasty dumplings, and joyful traditions. Held on the 15th day of the first l…
