Animal symbolism has a long history in Chinese culture. The famed zodiac animals are one such example of creatures representing notable characteristics and themes. However, this is not the only instance of Chinese animal symbolism; there are several creatures, both real and mythical, that represent romantic themes and ideas related to love. Mandarin ducks are [...]
Candy plays several small but essential roles in any traditional Chinese wedding. Typically, candy is exchanged between the families as a traditional symbol of happiness and fruitful offspring. Wedding candy is also often handed out or displayed at the reception feast, or offered as a wedding favor to the guests. The most traditional type of [...]
Chinese culture is often superstitious, so for as many auspicious aspects of a wedding that must be tended to, there are as many taboos and things to avoid. Some of these involve the bride and groom themselves, others are important for guests, and some include the décor or arrangement of activities. In order to make [...]
The reception feast is the most important aspect of a modern Chinese wedding. Usually extravagant and opulent, receptions are a chance for the families (especially the groom’s family who, traditionally, pays for the feast) to show off their wealth and happiness about the new marriage. Even with the guest list decided, there is still more [...]
Chinese weddings are filled with all sorts of playful customs to make the day as memorable and fun as possible. One such custom is the traditional bridal chamber party on the wedding night. After the banquet feast has ended, attendants, relatives, friends and guests are all invited to attend the bridal chamber party. For this, [...]
In Chinese history, there were hundreds of emperors throughout various periods or dynasties. Listed below are some interesting facts about emperors of China. The first emperor of China: Yin Zheng of Qin Dynasty (221 BC–206 BC) The last emperor of China: Pu Yi of Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 AD) The Chinese emperor who reigned for the [...]
Music is incorporated into many aspects of a Chinese wedding. More traditionally styled weddings opt for more traditional musical genres, while modern weddings may also feature jazz music or pop songs sung in Mandarin or Cantonese, depending on where the couple is from. As with any part of wedding planning, it is important to prepare [...]
Asian nations played an important role in the development of martial arts. Among the many forms of martial arts originated in the Orient, Chinese kung fu, Japanese karate and Korean tae kwon do certainly top the list. Chinese kung fu is a general designation to any form of the various Chinese martial arts, especially those [...]
Food is one of the most important elements of Chinese culture, so it of course plays a crucial role in any traditional Chinese wedding. As the wedding banquet is the time for the parents and families of the bride and groom to celebrate the new marriage and display their wealth and happiness, Chinese wedding feasts [...]
If your friend or family member is getting married and the couple has chosen to host a traditional Chinese wedding, you may be wondering how should you greet the couple on the big day. What are all those Chinese words and phrases being cast happily at the couple? China has a strong culture of idioms [...]