Living in China
Living in China
“We Shanghainese value our image. We don’t want to lose face in front of the entire world…”
“We Shanghainese value our image. We don’t want to lose face in front of the entire world…”
A sarcastic take on how stressful different cities in China are for their white-collar workers. Compares different areas of a white-collar’s lifestyle, from the daily grind to relaxation.
Breakdown of marriage expenses in China’s top cities–from housing to the wedding banquet to the family car. Is it expensive to be a married couple in China?
Are you coming to Shanghai (or flying out) and want to take the Maglev to the city (or airport)? Here is all you need to know about Pudong’s ultimate superlative.
The question of Beijing vs. Shanghai is an oft-discussed conversation from newbies to China and experienced expats alike. Frank Yu opines on the topic and is reasonably balanced in his description of the differences between the two cities.
Because of the coming World Expo in Shanghai, stricter security measures have been implemented in the metro and also as far as the Beijing Railway Station. Expo volunteers suddenly appeared too, apparently to make commuter’s lives easier.
Worried about getting lost going to the Shanghai World Expo? Why not take the ever reliable Shanghai Metro to get to your destination?
Are there triads or black societies in modern day Shanghai? CNReviews looks briefly at the history of triads and how these black societies are portrayed in film.
How the Shanghai metro and its riders has grown and improved over the years in China, as well as a somewhat physical altercation with a shameless gate-jumper.
Scenes observed in passing, of local Chinese in Shanghai on streets far away from the main avenues familiar to tourists and foreigners. Ever wonder what stories are behind those faces?
Warm humid weather in China bringing out the mosquitoes to bite you in the butt? Information, experiences & tips for effectively dealing with the evil mosquito!
1 year after returning to China from abroad, a Chinese returnee summarizes the differences between China and the United States in life, work, food, and leisure.
A breakdown of day-to-day living expenses suggests it’s very difficult for most urban Chinese & near-impossible for expats to live on 100 RMB/week. But per day?
Expats in China often stick to themselves, either because they find it difficult to make real friendships with local Chinese or because they can’t be bothered.
