DID YOU KNOW? 10 Interesting and fun facts about China

1. China is officially known as the people’s republic of China.
2. Mandarin is not the only language spoken in China. There are languages like Yue (Cantonese), Wu (Shanghainese), Minbei (Fuzhou) and others.
3. Chinese New Year’s celebration lasts for 15 days and is celebrated throughout the world.
4. Every year is named after one of the 12 Chinese Zodiac animals: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. 2022 is the Year of Tiger.
5. Chinese give money and gifts in sets of 8.
6. Every living Panda in the world, except for two which belongs to Mexico, is owned by China.
7. Ice-cream was discovered in China 4,000 years ago.
8. The number “4” is associated with death and is often avoided.
9. China builds a new skyscraper every five days.
10. Chinese brides wear red instead of the commonly worn white. Red is considered a lucky color in China.

SOURCE: China Admissions