The World Of Chinese

A magazine about Chinese society, culture, history, arts, language, and more. China is a story—we tell it.
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‼️Our latest issue, “When Heritage Goes Viral” just dropped‼️

Explore how China’s intangible cultural heritage (ICH) is booming as younger generations and modern audiences reconnect with traditional arts and living cultural practices.

Our latest issue also looks at:
❄️ Russia’s distinctive appeal to Chinese travelers
👩🏻 Young female creators reclaiming their voice and creativity through an ancient women-only script
👑 Journey of young artist, Guo “Slipper King” Dingfen, who earned the title in a competition celebrating Guangdong’s slipper culture

Peek inside the issue: 👀
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Purchase issue: 🛒
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(X Poll)

Which Chinese Labor Day film was worth the hype?

🍿 Dear You (给阿嬷的情书)
🍿 Vanishing Point (消失的人)
🍿 Cold War 1994 (寒战1994)
🍿 It’s OK (我，许可)
🍿Silent Friend (寂静的朋友)

Scoop up our full reviews in the link:
#Chinesefilms #ChinaBoxOffice

https://t.co/5Db8OjUfDx

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Got a little troublemaker at home? 👧🏻 👶🏻

From “little ancestor (小祖宗)” to “bear children(熊孩子),” Chinese parents have crafted a number of cute nicknames to describe their naughty children.

Learn more on this #WorldChildrensDay:
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From insurance plans for Transformers to Stardew Valley artifact analysis, young Chinese researchers are turning academic stress into comedy through parody “bottom journals” like S.H.I.T. and JOKES—publishing the funny, failed, and bizarre ideas that traditional journals would reject. 📝

Watch below: ⬇️ #Bottomjournals
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“When I see people defending him, I want to criticize him. But when I see people criticizing him, I want to defend him.” 💬

For many Chinese fans, #JayChou isn’t just a pop star—he defined an era. But is the “King of #Mandopop” still evolving with his audience?

Learn more about his legacy here:
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Millions of butterflies are erupting across southern #Yunnan in one of the world’s rarest natural spectacles! 🦋

Jingping’s annual “butterfly explosion” draws huge crowds, but overtourism and lagging conservation efforts could threaten its future. #ButterflyValley

Explore the story:
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In 1983, #China celebrated its first cohort of PhD graduates.

By 2025, annual graduates had surged to nearly 100,000 with academia now turning into an intensely competitive arena marked by:

📝 Publishing pressure
👩🏻‍💼 Limited job opportunity
🫩 Insomnia
😳 Exploitation

Is getting a PhD worth it in 2026?

Learn about the challenges young Chinese face on the path to a PhD. #education
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Historical and cultural theme parks in China are surging in popularity, offering immersive and engaging portals to the past.

From vibrant historical reenactments and royal feasts to profound theatrical arts and cinematic magic, these destinations bring history to life. 🎢

Here are 4 ancient-themed Chinese parks with top reviews.
#themeparks #Chinesehistory

Watch below: ⬇️
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China’s mini-game industry is expected to surpass 70 billion yuan in 2026—reflecting evolving trends in the country's massive gaming industry. 🎮

Played on popular media platforms like WeChat and Douyin, mini-games have seen a slew of hit titles in recent years, including “Sheep a Sheep,” “Pouring Master,” and “Catch a Goose.”

Where's the surge coming from?
💰 Lower development costs
📱 Short-form, fast-paced gameplay
🗣️ Social features

Explore the story behind China’s #minigame trend, here: #gaming
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“Age like turtles and cranes” 🐢
(龟龄鹤算, guīlíng-hèsuàn)

In Chinese culture, turtles have long been a symbol of luck and longevity, inspiring many Chinese idioms over centuries.

This #WorldTurtleDay, master a few turtle-related #chengyu and discover how these slow-moving creatures have left a lasting mark on the Chinese language.

https://t.co/ZY3fcKxoYo

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What is your go-to-tea? 🍵

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"How would I describe my love life? Like company benefits—I’ve heard of them, never seen them." ❣️

For many young Chinese, "520", unofficially referred to as the "Internet #ValentinesDay," is a day to showcase one's romantic side. But many are turning to pragmatism over passion.

Explore how financial independence and personal growth are gaining importance over consumer trends and societal expectations.
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“Your brain has to concentrate on this one thing. It’s a cleanse, a massage for the mind.”

China’s urban youth have discovered a new way to slow down and escape from the city’s fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

It’s stitching. 🧵

But as knitting and crochet surge in popularity, some fear commercialization could begin to take over and tint the once-simple activity. Learn more:

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In June 1994, timber worker Meng Zhaoguo claimed he was awakened by an interplanetary visitor. 🛸

From a mysterious spacecraft sighting to an alleged alien encounter, Meng’s story became one of China’s most famous #UFO cases, sparking nationwide debate. #UFOsightings

Full story👇
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Between 2000 and 2010, China lost over 250 villages per day to urbanization. 🏙️

But some villages in Fujian and Shaanxi didn’t slowly vanish. They disappeared overnight.

Some locals even reported #UFO sightings before they vanished.

What really happened? 🛸
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TWOC advice columnist Angry Ayi is back with more bilingual wisdom for modern dilemmas—including AI romance!

Flip through some of her latest responses below...and ask your questions, below! 💬
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Forget about the Shih Tzu or the Pekingese, dog lovers in China are falling for a new favorite: the Chinese country dogs, or 中华田园犬🐶

Once seen as humble dogs without the prestige of imported purebreds, they are gaining recognition for their intelligence, discipline, and loyalty.

Here are 5️⃣ Chinese indigenous dog types and the legendary stories behind them.
Watch below: ⬇️ #doghistory #Chinesehistory
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The Three-Body Problem trilogy by Liu Cixin may be the Chinese sci-fi title that captured global attention, but a new generation of writers is introducing new imaginative worlds and fresh perspectives. #Scifibooks #Chinesescifi

Which young Chinese sci-fi author are you most looking forward to reading next?

📙 Gu Shi (顾适)
📗 Baoshu (宝树)
📘 Chen Qiufan (陈楸帆)
📔 Liang Ling (靓灵)
📕 Shen Dacheng (沈大成)

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“In the future, they should push themselves to engage more broadly across the technology sector. That’s what will lead to a more gender-equal landscape.” 💻

Women are carving out new space in China’s tech world. In #Shenzhen, hackathons like She Code Lab are helping female innovators build AI safety tools, ADHD support apps, and smart wearables designed for women.

Learn how women-focused tech communities are opening new doors for female innovators and coders to thrive and reshape China’s tech future: #Chinatech
https://t.co/le6iEl5Bxv

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@FatmaAkta150111 Thanks for the tip! Will keep that in mind for next year!

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“When the Water-Splashing Festival comes, it’ll cool everything down.” 💦 🔫

Located on the border of Myanmar and China, the small #Yunnan town of Mangshi has slowly moved up the travel rankings as a destination for celebrating the annual #WaterSplashingFestival.

From drinking “paoluda” to participating in the soaking festival activities, explore why #Mangshi is worth visiting:

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Home to historic stone wells, Chaoyang Tower, an old tower gate—older than Beijing’s Tiananmen—and a legacy of imperial scholars, #Jianhui (建水) in the southwestern Yunnan province still keeps its slow-paced, traditional lifestyle, remaining one of China’s last living ancient cities👇

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