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Marriage Custom in Chinese Way
2007-12-09 16:55:00 The custom of crying marriage existed a long time ago in many areas of Southwest China’s Sichuan Province, and remained in vogue until the end of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Though not so popular as before, the custom is still observed by people in many places, especially Tujia people, who view it as a necessary ... More About: Marriage , Chinese , Custom , Chinese Culture
Beijing Trains
2007-12-06 02:06:00 Traveling by train, one can reach almost anywhere in China and even other destinations in Europe and Asia such as Moscow and Ulanbator. Some of the major domestic routes include: Beijing to Shanghai: normally about 14 hours overnight. Beijing to Guangzhou: normally about 30 hours. Beijing to Harbin: normally less than 20 hours. Beijing to Xi?an: normally less than 10 ... More About: Trains
Pictures of Beijing Tanzhe Temple
2007-12-06 01:48:00 Tanzhe Temp le is situated in Western Hills, Tanzhe Mountain, 45km (28 miles) in the southwest suburbs of BJ. An ancient saying goes likes this: first there was the Tanzhe Temple, then came BJ, which is showing that the history of Tanzhe Temple is earlier than that of BJ. But in fact, the temple dates back ... More About: Pictures , Beijing
Pictures of The Imperial College in Beijing
2007-12-06 01:25:00 Guozijian, the Imperial College during the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, can be found in Beijing ’s Chengxian or Guozijian Street; it is also the site of the Kong Miao, or the Confucius Temple. Temple Name Imperial Sacrifices From Forbidden City Chinese English Shejitan Temple of Land and Grain sacrifices to land and grain north; now known ... More About: Pictures
Procedures Concerning Taxation on the Transportation Revenue of Vessels of
2007-12-06 00:57:00 (Approved by the State Council on September 18, 1996, promulgated by the Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration on October 24, 1996) Article 1These Procedures are formulated in accordance with the provisions of the “Income Tax Law of the People’s Republic of China for Enterprises with Foreign Investment and Foreign Enterprises”, “Law of the People’s ... More About: Transportation , Revenue , Chinese laws , Chinese Law
Supplementary Provisions to Several Provisions Concerning the Investment Ma
2007-12-06 00:48:00 Approved by the State Council on September 2,1997 and promulgated by Decree [1997] No.2 of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation and the State Administration for Industry and Commerce In order to strengthen the administration of investment contributions made by investors of foreign investment enterprises (including those foreign investment enterprises established by purchasing assets ... More About: Investment , Chinese laws , Chinese Law
Interim Provisions of the State Administration for Industry and Commerce Co
2007-12-06 00:45:00 GongShangQiZi [1987] No.38 February 17, 1987 Article 1 According to the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Chinese and Foreign Equity Joint Ventures and Rules for the Implementation of the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Chinese and Foreign Equity Joint Ventures, the regulations are formulated in order to clarify the proportion ... More About: Industry , Commerce , Administration , State , Chinese laws
Reply of the Department of Enterprise Registration of the State Administrat
2007-12-06 00:42:00 GongShangQiWaiZi [1987] No.54 September 17, 1987 Commission of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation of Tianjin: Your Letter Requesting for Instructions on the Interpretation of Article 5 of the Interim Provisions of the State Administration for Industry and Commerce on the Registered Capital and Proportion of Total Investment of Chinese-foreign Equity Joint Ventures has been transferred here by ... More About: Department , Enterprise , Registration , Chinese laws
Circular of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation and the
2007-12-06 00:41:00 FaFa [1990] No.22 of MOFTEC September 13, 1990 (Circular omitted) Attachment: The Provisions for Contracted Operation of Chinese-foreign Equity Joint Ventures The following regulations on contracted operation of Chinese-foreign equity joint ventures (hereinafter referred to as joint ventures) are aimed at guaranteeing the normal development of these enterprises. Article 1 Definition of contracted operation The contracted operation mentioned in these ... More About: Cooperation , Trade , Ministry , Foreign , Economic
Circular of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation on Issui
2007-12-06 00:38:00 WaiJingMaoFaZi [1990] No.56 Article 1 These Provisions are formulated in accordance with the provisions of Article 12 of the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Chinese-foreign Equity Joint Ventures (Amended at the Third Session of the Seventh National People’s Congress on April 4, 1990). Article 2 As regards the establishment of Chinese-foreign equity joint ventures ... More About: Cooperation , Trade , Ministry , Foreign , Economic
Interim Procedures for the Experiment in the Establishment of Chinese-forei
2007-12-06 00:37:00 Interim Procedures for the Experiment in the Establishment of Chinese -foreign Joint Venture Foreign Trade Companies Article 1 These Procedures are formulated in accordance with “The Foreign Trade Law of the People’s Republic of China”, “The Law of the People’s Republic of China on Chinese-Foreign Equity Joint Ventures” as well as other relevant laws and regulations with ... More About: Chinese laws , Chinese Law
How to Select Longjing Tea
2007-12-03 17:30:00 There is much knowledge about selecting Longjing Tea. Consumers can judge from the color, aroma, taste and shape of the tea. Color: Top-grade tea is yellowish green; Medium-grade tea?s color is mainly pure green; Low-grade tea is a dark green. Aroma: To brew the tea, take 3g to 5g. Pour out the tea water after brewing and ... More About: Select
Top 10 ?Outstanding Chinese Youths? selected
2007-12-03 17:28:00 The results of the 18th selection of “Top 10 Outstanding Chinese Youths” were published here by the All-China Youth Federation on Sunday. The awards ceremony will be held on January 1, 2008. They are as follows: Zeng Manjun, Yang Wei, Li Changsong, Pei Chunliang, Wang Jie, Xu Chuanxi, Wu Qiang, Dong Yuexia, Xu Benyu, and Lu ... More About: China Today
Hangzhou Longjing Tea
2007-12-01 04:06:00 Longjing Tea is one of China’s best teas and is one reason for Hangzhou ’s international fame. The tea is grown in the Longjing mountain area of Hangzhou, southwest of the West Lake. The flat and smooth tea leaves (resembling pine needles with a yellow to dark green color) brew a tea with light to dark green color, a fragrant scent, and a refreshing taste. Longjing Tea can be bought throughout Hangzhou, but the best place to buy Longjing Tea is the Longjing (”Dragon Well”) area of Hangzhou. The tea there is said to be the best Longjing available. Alternatively, the tea can be purchased around other Hangzhou attractions, but the quality of the tea might not be as good. The Hangzhou Longjing Tea Store is another good place to purchase Longjing Tea, but watch out for slightly high prices. On the other hand, quality should be better than buying from hawkers on the street.
Hangzhou Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors
2007-12-01 04:02:00 In China, the brand “Zhang Xiaoquan” represents not only scissors but also profound Chinese culture. Every generation worked hard to keep its reputation. In the past 335 years of history, “Zhang Xiaoquan” never stopped its technical renovation and innovation in raw material processing, scissors shape, product packaging and etc. Sharp bladed, easily open & close and light handling, it has been not only appreciated and accepted by the popular by also treasured by Emperor Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty and therefore entered the royal palace. Through continuous technical renovation and upgrading, 90% of our production lines have realized mechanicalization and automation with an annual output production capacity amounting to more than 45 million pieces. It produces scissors of 120 types in 360 specifications, including sewing scissors series, family scissors series, garden scissors series, office scissors series, student scissors series, kitchen utensil series a... More About: Hangzhou
Hangzhou silk
2007-12-01 03:54:00 Along with Suzhou, Hangzhou silk is the best in the world and has been since the Tang and Song Dynasties, a period of over 1,000 years. Between Hangzhou and Suzhou, Suzhou’s embroidery is the best in China, and Hangzhou is known for producing excellent silks and satins. In Hangzhou, the variety of silks available seems endless. Hangzhou satin is famous and one of the area’s most successful export products. The layered weaving process is very labor intensive and produces fabulously luxurious fabric that feels great next on the skin. Try the Hangzhou Friendship Store,the Hangzhou Meilun Textiles Store, or the Hangzhou Silk Store for silk and satin items. There is also a silk market between Fengqi Lu and Tianmushan Lu. Most of the silk is artificial (real silk is very expensive!), but most stalls will have some real silk. Don’t forget to haggle! You can get some really great prices. Tailors are also available throughout Hangzhou to make dresses, shirts, and other clot...
Hangzhou Silk Umbrella
2007-12-01 03:40:00 Nothing says romance like a stroll along the West Lake, protected from the noon sun by an elegant and beautiful Hangzhou silk umbrella. Since the 1930s, Hangzhou has been famous throughout China for making silk umbrellas from Hangzhou silk and Zhejiang bamboo. As red as the dawn, green as spring water, or blue as the clear sky, these silk umbrellas can be made in a rainbow of colors and designs. Some umbrellas are hand painted with landscapes or other beautiful, fanciful designs and can be very valuable. Large attractions like Lingyin Temple or Tiger Running Spring both have merchants selling umbrellas. Also, Hangzhou Friendship Store is a good place to look. More About: Umbrella , Silk
Hangzhou Chrysanthemum
2007-12-01 03:32:00 According to Chinese medicine, drinking Chrysanthemum Tea (Baijuhua Cha) cools and detoxifies the body. Along with varieties from Anhui and Henan provinces, Hangzhou ’s White Chrysanthemum enjoys a excellent reputation as the best variety of this herb. Chrysanthemum flowers are usually about half an inch in diameter and white or slightly yellow in color and are sold dried in plastic packaging. Soak some dried White Chrysanthemum flowers in hot boiled water for a few minutes and you will have a cup of light, fragrant and slightly sweet Chrysanthemum Tea. Another way to drink the tea is to add a little bit of sugar for extra sweetness. Chrysanthemum Tea can be purchased throughout Hangzhou. Try your hotel’s convenience store (if it has one) or a local grocery store.
Tianzhushan Bamboo Chopsticks
2007-12-01 03:30:00 Â While bamboo chopsticks may not sound very impressive, Hangzhou’s bamboo chopsticks are nice as souvenirs and are attractive craft items. They are made of bamboo from the Tianzhushan area of Hangzhou. As early as the 3rd to 5th centuries AD, peasants in the Tianzhushan area began making chopsticks. In modern times, production techniques have become highly advanced and refined. Painted designs and calligraphy can be added and the chopsticks can be inlaid with silver, ivory, bone or pearl at their ends. Expect to pay a little more for these miniature works of art, but don’t forget to haggle! More About: Bamboo , Tick , Sticks
West Lake and Germany’s Chiemsee Lake Establish Ties as “Sister
2007-12-01 03:15:00 The West Lake of Hangzhou and the Chiemsee Lake f Germany have established ties as “sister lakes”. On 23rd, the vie mayor of Hangzhou City Xiang Qin has signed in Memorandum on Conclude with the chief of Rosenheim County in Chiemsee Region Kinmperer and the chief of Traunstein County Stein Marcel respectively on behalf of Chinese and Germany. The cooperation content of the conclude between the West Lake and the Chiemsee Lake includes: experiences exchange on protection for scenic area, regular multi-level dialogues, and the cooperation in economy and tourism as well as the communications in all aspects between the two areas. From(Hangzhou Daily) More About: Sister
West Lake is Awarded National Civilized Tourist Scenic Spot
2007-12-01 03:06:00 By Shen Qiaojing & Chen Wei Business Daily Right after being selected as “the Most Beautiful Lake ” in China, the West Lake is honored as National Civilized Tourist Scenic Spot again, news from Beijing said that. 10 other scenic spots win the honor at the same time. They are Lijiang City in Yunna n Province, Lushan Mountain in Jiangxi Province, and the Summer Palace in Beijing, etc.
Selecting West Lake into Five China Most Beautiful Lakes
2007-12-01 03:02:00 By Wang Jiajia and Wei Fen City Express “China Most Beautiful Places”, which was sponsored by China National Geography and participated in by over 30 news medias was announced recently. Hangzhou West Lake was selected into five China most beautiful lakes including Qinghai Qinghai Lake, Xinjiang Kanas Lake, Tibet Namtso Lake and Changbaishan Heaven Pool. The judging group of “China Most Beautiful Lakes ” is composed of researchers and specialists from China Academic of Science while the judging standard includes the good visible relationship and the unique beauty between the lake and nearby environment; the rich aquatic and land species in the lake area; the abundant and peculiar humane culture in the lake area, the unique humane relationship between the lake and the local residents etc. The judge Li Yuxiang gave such judgment for West Lake, “No city like Hangzhou can have such a lake with the rich humane culture and beautiful scene. With the most grace a...
Chinese Festival Cuisine
2007-11-30 19:38:00 The Chinese prefer to combine gourmet food with festivals and important occasions. The most interesting part of cuisine culture lies in the feast offered on various occasions, including festivals, birthday parties, weddings, funerals.   Jiao zi   Dumpling is the representative of Chinese traditional food, which is indispensable in Northen China household during the holidays. Because it is shaped like the ancient Chinese gold or silver ingots, dumpling symbolizes wealth. In the New Year’s Eve, all family members try to gather to have the reunion banquet. People may hide a coin in dumpling when they make it, and the people who find the coin will likely to make a fortune in the coming near year. Dumpling can be filled in various stuffings, and the most typical flavor is the chopped leek and pork. Steaming, boiling or pan-frying all are good methods to cook dumpling. The authentic way to eat is dipping the dumpling a little into the mature vinegar as dressing. On the oth... More About: Festival , Cuisine , Sine
Beijing Hutong travel
2007-11-30 04:29:00 Good morning, Ladies and Gentlemen:Welcome to Beijing , and welcome to today?s Hutong tour! My name is Shi Yang, you can simply call me Grace. I was born and grew up in Hutong area. Today I?ll show you around my neighborhood. If you have any questions, please let me know. I will try my best to make ... More About: Travel
What will Chinese people do in the Spring Festival?
2007-11-30 03:41:00 Regarding to different places around the nation, people will have different activities to celebrate the festival. During the festival, there are many operas and other performances on the stages. In northern China, troupes will perform ?Cai Gaoqiao’, means walking on stilts, which requires very high skills and good sense of balance. The performers tie two wooden ... More About: People , Spring , Chinese , Festival
Chinese 24 Solar Terms
2007-11-30 03:33:00 The 24 solar terms is a gross name of the system that consists of 12 major solar terms and 12 minor solar terms. Starting from ?vernal equinox’, the 12 major solar terms are ‘ernal equinox’, ‘orn rain’, ‘orn forms’, ‘ummer solstice’, ‘reat heat’, ‘nd of heat’, ‘utumnal equinox’, ‘rost’, ‘ight snow’, ‘inter solstice’, ‘evere cold’ ... More About: Solar , Chinese , Terms , Chinese Culture
Chinese Agricultural Calendar
2007-11-30 03:27:00 The traditional Chinese calendar is known as the Agricultural Calendar (Nongli in Chinese), as the calendar divides the year into seasons for agriculture, which is the principal economy of the country in the ancient China . Even today, it still has the great significance to many Chinese people. Calendars that are based on the moon’s orbit ... More About: Chinese Culture
Interim Regulations on the Archive Management of the Enterprises with Forei
2007-11-30 02:53:00 Promulgated by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation, the State Economic and Trade Commission and the State Archive s Bureau on December 29, 1994 Article 1 This set of regulations are formulated in accordance with the “Archive Law of the People’s Republic of China” and relevant State laws and regulations in concern with archives of ... More About: Management , Regulations , Chinese laws , Chinese Law
Supplementary Provisions to Measures of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and E
2007-11-30 02:50:00 Promulgated by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation on March 2, 1992 To improve the system of examination and confirmation of the two types of enterprises, the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation (MOFTEC) hereby promulgates the following supplements for its “Measures for the Implementation of Examination and Confirmation of Products Export Enterprises ... More About: Chinese laws , Chinese Law
Interim Regulations on Investment-oriented Companies in China Established b
More articles from this author:2007-11-30 02:49:00 Decree [1995] No.4 of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation April 4, 1995 In order to promote foreign investment in China , introduce advanced overseas technology and managerial expertise, foreign businesses are allowed to set up investment oriented companies (referred hereinafter as investment companies) in China according to relevant Chinese laws and regulations on foreign ... More About: Companies , Investment , Regulations 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |



