Bats are a common symbol in Chinese art and architecture. But why? Read on to find out more about the symbolism of bats and how it has comforted people throughout the ages.
News Round-up: The past week in Chinese culture
Every week we share a round-up of recent news stories we’ve seen about traditional Chinese culture! Just click the section titles to view the articles.
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Five Things to Know About… Tianjin Fried Dough Twists
If you’ve ever been lucky enough to visit Tianjin, a port city about 200km from Beijing, you will probably have seen shops and street vendors selling Tianjin Mahua (fried dough twists). But how much do you know about them?
Read on for five essential facts to know about this special snack food!
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How can Cultural Keys help your school?
Give your students fun and educational ways to learn about Chinese culture! Through our products, we at Cultural Keys hope to inspire everyone to take a greater interest in, and develop a deeper understanding of and respect for traditional Chinese culture and through that process, learn how to make deeper connections with both China and other communities and cultures globally. This is especially important for children, who will carry this understanding and respect through their whole lives, but our products are equally suitable for staff and families to enjoy too!
Read on to learn more!