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Language in China
Chinese serves as a key medium for cultural expression and communication within China. It reflects the country's long history, vast cultural traditions, and ever-evolving social dynamics. Mandarin and Regional Dialects Chinese belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family and features a unique sys
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History of China
China is one of the world's four ancient civilizations. Ancient Chinese history begins with the Yuanmou Man, dating back roughly 1.7 million years, and ends before the Opium War in 1840. It covers the history of China's primitive society, slave society, and feudal society.Modern Chinese hist
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Population of China
Population OverviewChina is one of the most populous countries in the world, with an estimated population of approximately 1.41billion as of late 2023, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. However, recent years have seen a trend towards slowing or even negative population growth. In 2023,
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Chinese Festivals
Chinese festivals—interweaving ancient agrarian cycles, ancestral reverence, and modern patriotism—form a vibrant calendar that sustains cultural continuity. From lunar-rooted celebrations to state commemorations and ethnic pageantry, these festivals embody China’s "unity in diversity."
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