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Is the Great Wall Really One Continuous Wall? You see it on maps, in photographs and winding dramatically over mountains. So it’s easy to imagine the Great Wall of China as one enormous wall stretching continuously across the country. But… is...
Is the Great Wall Really One Continuous Wall? You see it on maps, in photographs and winding dramatically over mountains. So it’s easy to imagine the Great Wall of China as one enormous wall stretching continuously across the country. But… is...
You enter an “ancient town” in China expecting old lanes and centuries-old buildings. Instead, you find freshly painted shopfronts, bright lights, cafés and souvenir stores. And you start wondering: “Wait… is this actually ancient?” 😂 🥟 The Quick Bite Possibly —...
You arrive at an ancient temple, city wall or old town in China. The sign says it is hundreds — perhaps thousands — of years old. But you look around and think: “Hang on… this looks brand new.” 😂 So is...
You’re taking an early-morning walk through a Chinese park. Ahead of you, someone is walking steadily while repeatedly: Clap. Clap. Clap. No performance. No audience. They’re just walking… and clapping. 😂 🥟 The Quick Bite For some middle-aged and older people...
You’re walking through a Chinese park in the morning when you hear: Clap. Clap. Slap. Slap. Someone is patting their arms, shoulders, legs — sometimes surprisingly enthusiastically. 😂 Why are they doing that? 🥟 The Quick Bite What you’re seeing is...
You’re waiting outside a railway station, shop or attraction when you notice someone nearby. They aren’t sitting. They’re squatting comfortably on their heels. And five minutes later… they’re still there. 😂 🥟 The Quick Bite A deep resting squat is a...
You’re walking through a residential neighborhood in China when someone passes you wearing what looks very much like… pajamas. And they’re definitely not heading to bed. 😂 So what’s going on? 🥟 The Quick Bite In some Chinese neighborhoods, particularly among...
You’re on a train, in a restaurant or walking through a busy public space. Someone is talking loudly. A group at the next table is even louder. Somewhere nearby, a phone seems determined to join the conversation. You may wonder: Why...
At a railway station, in a park, at work or on a long train journey, you may notice people carrying their own flask or insulated bottle. And quite often, what’s inside isn’t coffee. It’s hot water. So why bring a thermos...
You’re walking down a street in China when you hear it. Then someone spits. For some international travelers, the immediate reaction is: “Wait… people actually do that here?” 🥟 The Quick Bite Yes, you may still encounter public spitting in China...
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