You need to have Javascript enabled to be able to do a Google search.
Search our site
We use Google ➚ to search our site for information by keyword. You can also use the search facility from the top menu's ‘magnifying glass’ icon
Online Chinese Dictionary Have a word or character to look-up? Use our free and extensive online dictionary . Read more…
Buddhism in China Buddhism came into China from northern India over a thousand years ago and within a short space of time became the dominant religion. There remain many Buddhist temples dotted all over China that have managed to survive into modern times. The Buddha lived his life in Nepal, on China's doorstep and preached about of the relief of suffering by resisting desires of all kinds. Read more…
The Hidden Kingdom Protected by mountains on three sides and the Yangzi river on the other, Sichuan has the feel of an isolated kingdom. Historically Chinese culture has held out longest here when China came under attack. It has hot, moist summers and has been heavily populated for two thousand years. Read more…
Good fortune You will often see the character for good fortune 褔 fú on decorations and gifts. 'Fu' is also associated with bats and oranges and this has a surprising explanation... Read more…
Consult the Yi Jing We offer a free consultation for Yi Jing (I Ching) the Chinese system for fortune telling. It uses the ancient yarrow stick method and gives full information about the 'gua' (hexagram) that is chosen. The consultation takes account of user action - it is not random. Read more…
