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Why Is the Number 4 Unlucky in China?
Hotels skip the 4th floor. Phone numbers avoid it. Some buildings don't even have a floor 4. Here's why the number 4 terrifies so many Chinese people.
4 min read·Jan 15, 2024
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Customs & Beliefs
Lucky numbers, superstitions, and social norms explained.
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🏮 Customs & Beliefs
Why Do Chinese People Squat in Public?
You've seen it — people squatting on sidewalks, at bus stops, outside shops. It's extremely common in China. Is it cultural? Physical? Both? Here's the full story.
4 min read·Mar 22, 2024
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Why Is the Color Red Everywhere in China?
Red lanterns, red envelopes, red wedding dresses, red doors. In China, red isn't just a color — it's a cultural force. Here's why red dominates Chinese celebrations, rituals, and everyday life.
5 min read·Apr 1, 2024
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Why Do Chinese People Burn Paper Money and Incense?
In Chinese communities worldwide, you'll see people burning paper money, paper houses, and incense at temples and gravesites. This isn't superstition — it's one of the world's oldest continuous ancestor traditions.
6 min read·Apr 8, 2024