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Benjamin Carter

Who Is Greater: Laozi or Zhuangzi?

The two great masters of Daoism, Laozi and Zhuangzi, are often compared. When making such comparisons, it can be done from two perspectives: academic realm and personal realm. Simply put, Zhuangzi was a highly insightful young maverick, while Laozi was a wise and prudent elder.

7 min read · June 7, 2024

Samantha Green

Is China's High-Speed Rail Really That Impressive?

China's highspeed rail is a dazzling symbol of the country. Sometimes, while riding on a Chinese highspeed train, you might momentarily feel like you're on an exceptionally smooth airplane.

3 min read · June 6, 2024

Joshua Trent

8 Reasons Why Taking High-Speed Rail in China Is Better Than Flying

In the past, flying was a luxury for most people in China, symbolizing a certain status. However, with economic development and improved living standards, especially the widespread availability of highspeed rail, more and more people are choosing highspeed trains for their travel. Why do some people prefer to spend 5 hours on a highspeed train rather than 2 hours on a plane? Here are the main reasons:

2 min read · June 5, 2024

Samantha Green

Why Do Chinese People Insist on Returning Home for the New Year?

In China, celebrating the New Year is a tradition with a long history and rich cultural background. According to legend, "Nian" was a monster that would come out on New Year's Eve to wreak havoc, causing people great distress. However, "Nian" was afraid of the color red, firelight, and the sound of firecrackers. Therefore, every New Year's Eve, households would paste red paper and set off firecrackers to drive away "Nian." This custom gradually evolved into today's New Year celebrations.

3 min read · June 5, 2024

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