TRAVEL

Qufu: The “Holy City of the East” That Continues to Inspire Students Today

How an ancient teacher’s hometown becomes a holy city that attracts rulers and common people alike for over two millennia

ENTERTAINMENT

Is Pro Wrestling Finally Finding Its Footing in China?

Beijing hosted its first-ever pro wrestling event in May. The World of Chinese went behind the scenes to find out why people are happily paying good money to watch scripted fights.

LIVING IN CHINA

Why Urban Residential Buildings in China Are Prone to Grow “Old” and Hard to Renovate?

China has boasted the world’s fastest urbanization over the past decades, now with over 900 million people living in the cities. However, many residents face challenges—due to poor-quality construction and a lack of management and maintenance—either to have existing problems fixed or move.

FOOD

Beyond Seasoning: The Story of Chinese Vinegar

Though not as omnipresent as soy sauce, vinegar has long been cherished in China, and now a new generation is discovering its tangy appeal

EDUCATION

Classrooms Beneath the Himalayas: Why China’s “Migrant Learners” Are Turning to Nepal

More and more young Chinese are flocking to their western neighbor to study, travel, or simply escape the stresses of home life at an affordable rate—but not all leave satisfied, finding living conditions harsher than they had imagined

TRAVEL

Ma’andi: The Mysterious Land of Butterflies

Cradled in the borderlands between Yunnan and Vietnam, the town of Ma’andi bursts to life each year as millions of butterflies hatch in unison—a fleeting marvel now shadowed by the pressures of over-tourism and the urgent need for preservation

EDUCATION

The Gaokao Challenge: Can You Pass China’s Toughest Exam?

This year’s national college entrance exam put tens of millions of students to the test, now it’s your turn to answer these real test questions from Gaokao 2025

TRAVEL

A Village Fashion Show Brings Ethnic Clothing into the Spotlight

A weekly runway show in a remote village in Guizhou has gone viral, drawing tourists from across the country—and attention from around the fashion world

TRADITIONAL CULTURE

China’s Rare Woods: Bearers of Beauty, Toil, and the Supernatural

Wood and the objects born from it have been coveted throughout Chinese history, but as access dwindles and consumer preferences change, it’s slowly losing its sheen

EDUCATION

Are China’s Schools Ready for the Onslaught of AI?

Chinese schools are rushing to introduce artificial intelligence into the classroom, challenging students and teachers to keep pace