Access China is not merely an effective learning tool for the Chinese language, it contains rich resources of cultural elements, which make for a compelling and efficient study of Chinese for students of all ages. The interesting drama scenes depict many aspects of life in China in a vivid and humorous way. Learning is made effortless because learners can just allow themselves to be absorbed in the beautiful language and culture in a natural way.

京剧Beijing opera

Beijing opera (also known as Peking opera) is a form of traditional Chinese theater, combining music, vocal performance, mime, dance and acrobatics. It has a history of over 200 years, and is widely regarded as “the Chinese opera.” It is definitely one of the cultural treasures, not just in China, but for the whole world.

中国书法Chinese calligraphy

Calligraphy is a special art form in China. It is characterized by ink and brush writing of Chinese characters, and has an influence over such other art forms as brush painting, seal carving, and ornate inkstones.

武术Wushu

Also known as 功夫Kung Fu or Gongfu. It is a traditional athletic item in China, and also a form of performance.

长城The Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China is on the World Heritage List as the longest and most massive stone and earthen fortification in the world. The construction has become the symbol and pride of China.

江西傩舞Jiangxi nuowu

An ancient folk dance. Dancers, moving to the music, wear masks to copy the good or the evil spirits in trying to placate them.

中国剪纸Chinese paper-cutting

A traditional folk art form that features plants, animals, or folklores by cutting colored paper into different shapes.

中国婚礼Chinese wedding

Chinese wedding culture is one of the most vital parts of Chinese tradition. It features such rituals and customs as the bride’s hairdressing, the groom’s capping, the use of the “double-happiness” character and the dragon and phoenix candles, and bride’s riding in the decorative sedan chairs.

春节Spring Festival

Spring Festival, or Chinese New Year’s Day, is by far the most important traditional festival in China. People mark the festival by pasting antithetical couplets on both sides of the front door, decorative paper-cut on windows, and have a bounteous feast for all the family members. Younger members of the family customarily receive lucky money from their elders.