Is there any information that anyone can tell me about China..?

Question

I have been interested in china/the chinese since I was about 5 years old. I love the culture, the history. Everything.

I've been trying to learn some Mandarin lately but I don't know if I'm saying it right. If there is any words you know..or any web sites that might help me??

I really Really want to stay in china for about a year or two, but my parents say it's not safe...but from the other questions I've asked on here it seems the other way around. {I'm sorry if my other questions offended anyone; I was just trying to figure some things out.}

If anyone might be willing to tell me any bits about the history or culture of China that I don't know, it would be much appriecianted.

xie hen.

Answer 1

Communication is the best way of learning a language. I'd like to tell you anything about Chinese culture and history, maybe to stay in china not a safe, but communication between us will be interesting and safe.
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Answer 2

Nee How!

I am going back in a few weeks. You need to listen to Mandarin to learn it and most sites just give you the written translation. You must know about the four tones by now.

I would read the Art of War and The World is Flat for some insite into Chinese business. Visit real restaurants that serve Chinese food and stores that cater to Chinese...I do!

China is very different. Confusionism and communism have greatly influenced the people. Best of luck with your studies.

Answer 3

I'm Chinese, there's so much to talk about China but I can say it's a country you have to visit. We're all friendly people, as for not being a safe country well it's kind of a misconception anyone who's not been to a foreign country is probably a bit apprehensive, it's understandable. Try taking mandarin classes for english speakers, I for one am impressed if other people can speak our language fluently and many Chinese feel that it's a sign of respect for their culture. Good luck!

Answer 4

I'm form Hong Kong China and I studied in England for my first degree and traveled a lot. But to be honest, I won't say China is very very safe. Because as you know China is not small and the cultures there are rich..some cities are more modern, some are more traditional...and so regarding the security issues also depends on which cities...However in general all the big cities in China are safe, and I don't mean to make you scare. I just want to point out that as a tourist no matter where you travel you have to be caution esp. for a gal.

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ykphil, the best answerer in this category, he is a very helpful guy and he traveled a lot in china. I am sure he would be happy to talk w' you.

all the best~~

Answer 5

Why do your parents think it's no safe to live in china?
There are many cities in china,some of them are peaceful and pretty.
I live in Amoy. This website is set up by an American lived in china,maybe it can help you to know more about china.
http://www.amoymagic.com/

Answer 6

If you come to China and teach English, you can always live at the schools and they are very safe.

Answer 7

http://ask.jongo.com/ I think this can help. You can ask anything about China on this site and they have editors to answer all the questions.

Answer 8

i'm very happy can find this question, because I'm chinese,Now i live in china,but i want to tell you, china is a very very safe country.you said you want to know the history, you know, I'm very glad to help you!
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translator:(chinese)
很高兴看到这个问题，因为我就是中国人，现在我住在中国，但是我想告诉你，中国是一个非常安全的国家，你说你想了解中国历史，很高兴可以帮助你。

Answer 9

I'm from China. There are too many stuff to talk about my motherland.If you want to know it in detail. please contact me.My name is ZHANG FENG. (张枫)
My E-mail: zhangfengsam@sohu. com
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