Chinese Traditional Handicrafts - When you think of handicrafts maybe macaroni art and doilies come to mind. But here in China, handicrafts are often timeless arts handed down through the generations. Eat your heart out Martha Stewart.

Shanghai Snacks - Food is always a favorite subject among the Chinese. Every region has its specialties. Branch out from that sweet and sour pork and try one of these tasty treats!

Chinese Knots - Such knot work appeared in ancient times, developed in the Tang and Song Dynasty (960-1229 A.D.) in China and was popularized in the Ming and Qing Dynasty (1368-1911).

Mei Hua - plum blossoms,are among the most beloved Chinese flowers for they bloom most vibrantly during the cold, harsh winters when all other flowers have long since gone dormant.

Mu Dan Flowers - The peony is among the longest-used flowers in ornamental culture and is one of the national emblems of China.

KunQu is a special regional type of music that dates back to the 14th century. Now it has become a fusion of both forms from southern China and northern tunes of the Yuan Dynasty.