China fun facts

Red Chinese lanterns for New Year
25 Nov

10 Charming Facts About Chinese New Year

Did you know that you can celebrate New Year twice in the space of 12 months? Chinese New Year takes place around the start of February, and has been celebrated for centuries – and not just in China! It’s a time for harnessing good luck and encouraging positive energy. Here are some fun facts about …
Satellite image of the South China Sea
14 Oct

12 Curious Facts About The South China Sea

The South China Sea is a magnificent aquatic expanse! It’s well-known for its many different species of marine animal – however, it’s also well-known for being fairly disputed-over, which has sadly led to some controversy over the years. It’s all to do with shipping, fishing and oil – so what’s the score with the South …
facts about the terracotta army
30 Sep

23 Terrific Facts About The Terracotta Army

The Terracotta Army is a world-renowned site, usually busy with visitors from all around the world. Did you know that the Terracotta Army warriors wear different uniforms and that each warrior has unique facial features and hairstyles? Let’s do a bit of excavation ourselves with these fun facts about the Terracotta Army…, 1. It’s a …
interesting facts about China
9 Aug

33 Cracking Facts About China

Impress your mates on your weekly trivia night and load up on interesting conversation starters with these fun facts about China! Discover some fascinating facts about this famous East Asian country below. 1. More people live here than anywhere else. China has the largest population in the world; it’s home to a massive 1.412 billion …
interesting facts about the panda
18 Jul

14 Bamboo-Barmy Facts About Pandas

Pandas are really iconic creatures!  Associated with China, bamboo and the World Wildlife Fund, these slow-moving, black-and-white beasts are also perhaps some of the most misunderstood. Think you know a lot about these great bears?  Here are a few fun facts about pandas that might just surprise you. 1. Pandas are giant by name. The …
interesting facts about the Silk Road
5 Jul

17 Seductive Facts About The Silk Road

The Silk Road changed the world when it was first founded. And even after over half a millennia, the legacy of its achievements continues to affect the way long-distance trade is approached. Here’s some fun facts about the Silk Road that will increase your chances of becoming the next pub quiz champion! 1. It wasn’t …
interesting facts about the Great Wall of China
24 Feb

11 Fun Facts About The Great Wall of China

Built to protect China from its enemies and invaders, The Great Wall of China has also prevented the Chinese people from leaving! It’s now a World Heritage site! Read on to discover 11 fun facts about The Great Wall of China: 1.   The Great Wall is the greatest wall of all! The Great Wall of China, …