Random facts
What color symbolizes luck and good fortune in the Chinese culture
Red
Where is the forbidden city located
Beijing
Traditionally eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival
Mooncakes
Silk
This was the first emporer of unified China, known for building much of the great wall
Qin Shi Huang
How many time zones does China operate on
One
Which holiday is also called the Spring Festival in China
Chinese New Year
They are thin, delicate wrappers that are filled, folded, and steamed
Dumplings
This material is essential for writing
Paper
What was the weakest dynasty
The Southern Song dynasty
The Chinese zodiac runs on this many years cycle
12 years
Which major city is known for its skyline and is located on the Yangtze River
This ancient Chinese method of cooking uses a steamer stacked in layers
Dim sum
Magnetic tool for finding direction
Compass
This dynasty built The Great Wall of China
Qing Dynasty
What's the unlucky number in China?
4
Which city is known for its giant pandas
Chengdu
This fermented ingredient, made from soybeans and wheat, adds salty, umami depth to countless
Soy sauce
Invented in the 9th century, this explosive material changed the face of warfare
Gunpowder
How many major dynasties were there in China
13
This animal is considered a national treasure in China and is known to spend up to 12 hours a day eating.
Giant Panda
Which desert located in northern China was a part of the Silk Road
The Gobi desert
Often eaten for breakfast in China, this warm, savory rice porridge.
Congee
This timekeeping device used dripping water to measure hours long before mechanical clocks.
Water Clock
What was the most powerful dynasty?
The Tang dynasty