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 Chinese cuisine is much more than just noodles and dumplings. Due to the climate, geography, culture, it can break down into roughly five regions - north, south, central, east, and west. Let's get to know more about the cuisines in China and try them during your next journey!  The staple food in North and South Generally speaking, China has two main carbs: wheat and rice. As Chinese staple food, the north eats noodles, while the south eat rice. Rice requires a lot

  The legend of the Spring Festival says that New Year’s Eve was the day when the monster Nian would come and terrorize the villages. Therefore people would hide in their homes, preparing a feast for their ancestors and gods to gain some luck from them. Desserts are made to give blessings for the next year. Both the names and looks are symbols of wishes for prosperity, happiness and auspiciousness. Though every region and even family has different customs, below you

 Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) represents the diverse array of traditions, expressions, and practices that communities have inherited from their ancestors and are committed to preserving for future generations. It encompasses a range of elements, including knowledge, skills, rituals, music, dance, language, and other forms of expression. China has been highly proactive in safeguarding these invaluable assets. Keeping scroll down for further information on how you can enhance your tour of China!  Chinese shadow puppetry Chinese shadow puppetry is a form of theatre

There is no doubt that China is the birthplace of tea, with the first discovery of the plant occurring there some 5,000 years ago. China is the world leader in tea production, with a vast landscape and diverse topography that allows for the cultivation of a wide range of tea varieties. China accounts for over 18% of the world's tea exports. Tea is cultivated across China's southern provinces. The country's four tea-producing regions offer the best opportunities for visitors during

 With one of the most diverse food scenes in the world, it is almost impossible to compile a single list of the best Chinese dishes. Even within the culmination of what is considered Chinese food as a whole, there are various regional Chinese cuisines, each influenced by different climates, terrains and people. The simple, salty and vegetable-free dishes such as clear broths come from the regions of northern China; light and seafood-heavy dishes such as dim sums come from the