By: Gerald Walker
Submitted: 2012-02-21 17:23:19 | Word Count: 567
Did you know that the Chinese invented toilet paper, or that the top hobby in China is stamp collecting, or that the Chinese invented kites to scare their enemies? These are just a few of the "facts for kids" to be found at http://www.factsaboutchina.co.uk/, a website that encapsulates this wondrous country into a well-organized set of salient facts on China for the curious, the studious, or for the individual planning a trip to this exotic and mysterious nation.
Until the 1990's, very few foreigners were allowed freedom of movement in China, but, with the increasingly global nature of finance, trade, and the interconnectedness of people through the Internet, the Communist government of China began to ease restrictions and, ultimately, open its doors to foreign businesses. Tourism soon followed. Today, the visitor to China will be thrilled and amazed at the architectural, culinary, religious, educational, and both urban and rural lifestyles.
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An initial preparation for a trip to China should involve at least a cursory study of China facts, and when one accesses http://www.factsaboutchina.co.uk/, s/he will find the general information that will assist in planning. On the site are several links, providing information about the major cities of Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong, the rich culture (food, language, and religion), famous artists and buildings/structures, history, sports, and, of course, the great "facts for kids" section.
The link to the cities of Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong provide quick summaries of their histories, but, as well, a rather comprehensive picture of these urban centers today. Because Beijing has a lengthy history as a capital city, it is a rich combination of the old and the new, including the Forbidden City of the Ming dynasty. Travelers to this city will also be able to see the structures built for the recent Olympic Games! Shanghai also has a rich history, but has become a global leader in fashion, technology and transport, housing, as well, 30 universities and one of the highest educational levels in the world. Hong Kong, the exotic city divided into mainland and island parts, offers a modern skyline and remnants of a colonial and rather mysterious past.
A visitor to http://www.factsaboutchina.co.uk/ will also discover that Chinese food is regional, dependent upon the products grown there, as is language, with virtually hundreds of dialects in this "family" of languages. Religion is complex as well, but the link on culture provides a great summary.
No look into China facts would be complete without a brief discussion of Chinese history. As complicated as this country's history is, http://www.factsaboutchina.co.uk/ has managed to provide an organized and brief look that allows an individual to understand the major chronological periods.
This website is not only valuable for travelers. Children who must prepare information about China for a school assignment will love the ease and simplicity with which information is presented. As a bonus, the facts on China included in the kids' link will provide fascinating and unique information that others may not have to present. Ping pong, for example, is the most popular game, and, unlike most believe who eat at Chinese restaurants, fortune cookies are not traditional to the Chinese cuisine.
If you need a website that presents China in an exceptional and succinct way, you must visit http://www.factsaboutchina.co.uk/. You will leave the site a wiser person and will have great information for any purpose!
