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 Yangtze & Grand Canal Cities: Yangzhou, Wuxi and Yixing
June 7-9
Explore with CCC the historical and cultural cities at the junction of the Yangtze and the Grand Canal - Yangzhou, Wuxi and Yixing, where so many notable artists, musicians and scholars were born; and then Nanjing, once capital of six Dynasties. >>> more |
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Hakka Earthen Round Buildings
June 7-9
Get to know Fujian province, the southeastern end of China's mainland facing Taiwan across the strait. Xiamen, beautiful seaport city with Gulangyu Island; then dirve into the villages in the mountains south and west of Fujian for the magical earthen >>> more |
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Ningxia's Moon Lake in Gobi Desert
June 7-9
Ningxia is at the Great Bend of the Yellow River. The northern Ningxia is surrounded by Inner Mongolia. The famous attractions include the spectacular Yellow River scenic zone, the sand dunes of Tengger Desert, Xixia Tombs and the Great Wall. >>> more |
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Dongyue Taoist Temple
Tuesday, Jun 10,13:30-16:00 pm
Join the CCC to stroll around the quiet and exquisite Donyue Temple, which is said to be the administrative center for the 18 layers and 76 offices of hell. Aspects of religious Taoism will be elaborated upon, and the misteries will be unveiled. >>> more |
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Laoniuwan Valley, Yellow River and Great Wall
Jun.13-15
Laoniuwan in Datong, Shanxi is one of the most beautiful valleys in China. This tour begins at Datong following the Great Wall's trail to where it borders Inner Mongolia, and meets the Yellow River. >>> more |
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Chinese Food from market to table (3): Cold Dishes
Friday, June 13, 10:00-13:00
Don't feel like making greasy stir-fries in the hot summer? Come and learn how to prepare home-style Chinese cold dishes that are just perfect for the season. The class will start with guided-tour of local farmer¡¯s market followed by cooking demo >>> more |
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Qinghai Lake, Birds & Tibetans
Jun.13 eve.-15
This weekend trip will explore the largest salt water lake in China, and rank No.1 of the top ten best lakes in China; Birds Islets(100,000); grassland & snow mountains and Tibetan Monastery >>> more |
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Hulun Buir Grasslands (Inner Mongolia)
Jun.27-29
Located outside the remote border town (with Russia) of Manzhouli, Inner Mogolia, the Hulun Buir Grasslands are the most pristine and lushest in China. Hulun Lake, within the Hulunbuir Grasslands, is the largest lake in Inner Mongolia. >>> more |
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Huitengxile Inner Mongolia Grassland
Jun.28-29
it was worthwhile to visit the enchanting steppes & fantastic grassland! To find the less spoiled and touristy grassland with relatively full -up grass, and yet accessible for a two or three days excursion, CCC recommends the grassland Huitengxile (2 >>> more |
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Xuanwu Hutong & Courtyard Houses Pedicab Tour
Friday, May 30, 14:00-16:30
Go to the peaceful hutongs (alleys) and courtyard houses in Beijing Xuanwu District, learn the real life of Beijingers in the neighborhood , get into their homes for a chat, check out a kindergarden with lovely kids; see an old opera houses >>> more |
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Walk: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
Friday, May 30,09:00-12:30
The 3.5-hour guided walk will provide informative and real explanation, covering not only the history, city planning, architectural details & symbols, fengshui of Tiananmen Square and the palace, but also the the life and fate of emperors and eunuchs >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Saturday, May 31,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Cookery: hand-pulled noodles and dumplings
Saturday, May.31, 11:00-13:30
Try pulling dough into Beijing style thin longevity noodles in a minute! And then make dumpling (jiaozi) with two different fillings and flavours. CCC invites professional cook to instruct you for these two marvelous culinary skills. >>> more |
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Tour: Demystify Chinese Buddhist Temples
Sunday, Jun 1,14:00-16:15
You may think that all Buddhist temples in China look the same ? but do you really understand their symbolism? We invite you to spend an afternoon with CCC expert and perhaps a monk at the Fayuan Temple, who will provide the keys to unlock the signif >>> more |
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Calligraphy Class
Monday, June 2, 19:30-21:00
Conducted in English, the class teaches everything, from meaning and evolution of the characters, culture to related history and music. You don't have to be able to write Chinese already, just have to be enthusiastic and be willing to hold a brush >>> more |
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Foot Reflexology Course
Monday, June 2, 19:30-21:30
4-session foot reflexology course will be instructed by licensed traditional Chinese physician therapist. English narration. Each class is small group with adequate practical exercises. >>> more |
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Day-trip: Peking Man Site and Marco Polo Bridge
Tuesday, Jun 3,09:30-17:30
Beijing Amblers bring you to the UNESCO-listed site of the caves where the first group of Beijing people lived, and the museum of Peking Man Site. Then drive to the Marco Polo Bridge and witness the marvelous carvings of lions on the bridge >>> more |
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Tuina Massage Course
Tuesday, June 3, 13:30-15:30
The 8-session traditional tuina massage course introduce basic Chinese medicine theory, manipulation techniques on relaxing the muscle and vein, and pressing corresponding acupoints; and treatments on common diseases. >>> more |
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Ink & Wash Painting Class
Tuesday, June 3, 10:00-12:00
Chinese ink & water painting is a thousand-year tradition, and the xieyi style (free-hand) is one of the most unique style of Chinese painting. The CCCC painting course is specially designed for expatriates. >>> more |
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Book Talk: "Socialism Is Great!" by Zhang Lijia
Tuesday, June 3, 19:30-21:00
"Socialism is Great" is a spirited memoir by a former Chinese factory worker and ended up an international journalist. The author Lijia Zhang is a contributor to international publications including South China Morning Post, Washington Times. >>> more |
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Workshop: Chinese papercut
Wednesday, June 4,10:00-12:00
Take up scissors and learn to cut traditional folk patterns and decorations from CCC's folk artist, then use them to ornament your home ! >>> more |
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Foot Reflexology Course
Wednesday, June 4, 19:30-21:30
4-session foot reflexology course will be instructed by licensed traditional Chinese physician therapist. English narration. Each class is small group with adequate practical exercises. >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Wednesday, Jun 4,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Hands-on: Chinese Grass Weave
Thursday, June 5, 09:30-12:30
Learn to make grass weave crafts with CCC master. >>> more |
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Tuina Massage Course
Thursday, June 5, 13:30-15:30
The 8-session traditional tuina massage course introduce basic Chinese medicine theory, manipulation techniques on relaxing the muscle and vein, and pressing corresponding acupoints; and treatments on common diseases. >>> more |
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Taichi (taijiquan) class
Thursday, June 5, 10:00-11:30
The class are instructed by master who speak excelent English and have experience in teaching Westerners. ground by the lake of Chaoyang Park near the western gate. >>> more |
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Zen Talk & Meditation
Thursday, June 5, 19:30-21:30
Join us each week for an insight into the teachings and practices of Zen Buddhism. We'll be guided on our journey of self-discovery by a Buddhist layman and learn about Zen through its music, its stories, its art, its rituals & martial arts. >>> more |
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Great Wall Mutianyu & Ming Tombs
Thursday, Jun 5,09:00-18:30
Mutianyu is a famous section of the Great Wall, and it is not so commercialized but also a moderate section (not so physically demanding). Ming Tombs is the largest and well preserved imperial tomb complex with over 500 years >>> more |
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Wrapping Zongzi at Duanwu Festival
Friday, June 6, 11:00-13:00
Join CCC's hands-on class to celebrate Duanwu (or Dragon Boat Festival)! You will learn the history and symbols, and also wrap your own zongzi, pyramid-shaped rice wrapped in reed or bamboo leaves. The ingredients include beans, lotus seeds, chestnut >>> more |
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Walk: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
Friday, June 6, 09:00-12:30
The 3.5-hour guided walk will provide informative and real explanation, covering not only the history, city planning, architectural details & symbols, fengshui of Tiananmen Square and the palace, but also the the life and fate of emperors and eunuchs >>> more |
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Xuanwu Hutong & Courtyard Houses Pedicab Tour
Friday, Jun 6,14:00-16:30
Go to the peaceful hutongs (alleys) and courtyard houses in Beijing Xuanwu District, learn the real life of Beijingers in the neighborhood , get into their homes for a chat, check out a kindergarden with lovely kids; see an old opera houses >>> more |
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2 Days Qingdao (beach, beer and old buildings)
Jun 6 eve.-8
Joining the August Qingdao Beer Festival has been proven to be unwise by our CCC friends because of the extreme crowding; the festival is just like a Karaoke site and the hotel fees for all of August are tripled. Take Friday night train with CCC >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Saturday, Jun 7, 09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Yangtze & Grand Canal Cities: Yangzhou, Wuxi and Yixing
June 7-9
Explore with CCC the historical and cultural cities at the junction of the Yangtze and the Grand Canal - Yangzhou, Wuxi and Yixing, where so many notable artists, musicians and scholars were born; and then Nanjing, once capital of six Dynasties. >>> more |
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Hakka Earthen Round Buildings
June 7-9
Get to know Fujian province, the southeastern end of China's mainland facing Taiwan across the strait. Xiamen, beautiful seaport city with Gulangyu Island; then dirve into the villages in the mountains south and west of Fujian for the magical earthen >>> more |
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Ancient City Xi An (Terracotta Warriors)
Jun.6 eve.-8
Take 2 days trip to visit the famous Terracotta Warrior Site; Ancient City Wall, Shaanxi Museum; Great Mosque and Muslim Street; Wild Goose Pagoda, etc. >>> more |
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Ningxia's Moon Lake in Gobi Desert
June 7-9
Ningxia is at the Great Bend of the Yellow River. The northern Ningxia is surrounded by Inner Mongolia. The famous attractions include the spectacular Yellow River scenic zone, the sand dunes of Tengger Desert, Xixia Tombs and the Great Wall. >>> more |
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Day-trip: Ming Village (Chuan Di Xia)
Sunday, Jun8,08:30-18:30
Chuan Dixia Village is the only village in Beijing that has been listed as a National Village Architecture Reserve. Art and architecture students often go to sketch the houses there. >>> more |
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Ink & Wash Painting Class
Monday, June 9, 19:30-21:30
Chinese ink & water painting is a thousand-year tradition, and the xieyi style (free-hand) is one of the most unique style of Chinese painting. The CCCC painting course is specially designed for expatriates. >>> more |
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Foot Reflexology Course
Monday, June 9, 19:30-21:30
4-session foot reflexology course will be instructed by licensed traditional Chinese physician therapist. English narration. Each class is small group with adequate practical exercises. >>> more |
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Tuina Massage Course
Tuesday, June 10, 13:30-15:30
The 8-session traditional tuina massage course introduce basic Chinese medicine theory, manipulation techniques on relaxing the muscle and vein, and pressing corresponding acupoints; and treatments on common diseases. >>> more |
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Biking Hutong, Making Dumplings and Boating Houhai Lake
Tuesday, Jun 10,16:00-20:30
Ride bike leisurely in the alleyways and along the bank of the beautiful houhai lake area, visit courtyard houses and families, Drum Tower... make and share meal with one family and in the evening take little wooden boat ride on the lake >>> more |
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Dongyue Taoist Temple
Tuesday, Jun 10,13:30-16:00 pm
Join the CCC to stroll around the quiet and exquisite Donyue Temple, which is said to be the administrative center for the 18 layers and 76 offices of hell. Aspects of religious Taoism will be elaborated upon, and the misteries will be unveiled. >>> more |
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Dining Out£ºVegetarian Cuisine
Tuesday, June 10,12:30-14:00
Come and join us for lunch/dinner at the local's favorite dining spots that are likely NOT found in popular travel magazines and dining guides. Learn how to order from the menu, the ingredients, and the stories behind chef's signature dishes. >>> more |
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Calligraphy Class
Tuesday, June 10, 10:00-11:30
Conducted in English, the class teaches everything, from meaning and evolution of the characters, culture to related history and music. You don't have to be able to write Chinese already, just have to be enthusiastic and be willing to hold a brush >>> more |
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Lecture: China's Education In past 30 Years
Wednesday, June 11,19:30-21:30
Chen Xiaoguang, a senior journalist and editor of China Education, will review the education in China in the past 3 decades, problems and changes and future. The lecture will be in Chinese with English interpretation. >>> more |
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Hands-on: Patchwork Pictures
Wednesday, June 11, 10:00-12:00
Traditional patchwork picture(Buduihua), is made of rags with different colors cut, pasted, and embroidered with exquisite patterns. It is most popular in northern of Shaanxi, China. Come and stitch multi-colored fabrics into a nice Chinese picture. >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Wednesday, Jun 11,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Foot Reflexology Course
Wednesday, June 11, 19:30-21:30
4-session foot reflexology course will be instructed by licensed traditional Chinese physician therapist. English narration. Each class is small group with adequate practical exercises. >>> more |
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Great Wall Mutianyu & Ming Tombs
Thursday,Jun 12,09:00-18:30
Mutianyu is a famous section of the Great Wall, and it is not so commercialized but also a moderate section (not so physically demanding). Ming Tombs is the largest and well preserved imperial tomb complex with over 500 years >>> more |
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Tuina Massage Course
Thursday, June 12, 13:30-15:30
The 8-session traditional tuina massage course introduce basic Chinese medicine theory, manipulation techniques on relaxing the muscle and vein, and pressing corresponding acupoints; and treatments on common diseases. >>> more |
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Zen Talk & Meditation
Thursday, June 12, 19:30-21:30
Join us each week for an insight into the teachings and practices of Zen Buddhism. We'll be guided on our journey of self-discovery by a Buddhist layman and learn about Zen through its music, its stories, its art, its rituals & martial arts. >>> more |
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Taichi (taijiquan) class
Thursday, June 12, 10:00-11:30
The class are instructed by master who speak excelent English and have experience in teaching Westerners. ground by the lake of Chaoyang Park near the western gate. >>> more |
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Walk: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
Friday, June 13, 09:00-12:30
The 3.5-hour guided walk will provide informative and real explanation, covering not only the history, city planning, architectural details & symbols, fengshui of Tiananmen Square and the palace, but also the the life and fate of emperors and eunuchs >>> more |
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Xuanwu Hutong & Courtyard Houses Pedicab Tour
Friday, Jun 13,14:00-16:30
Go to the peaceful hutongs (alleys) and courtyard houses in Beijing Xuanwu District, learn the real life of Beijingers in the neighborhood , get into their homes for a chat, check out a kindergarden with lovely kids; see an old opera houses >>> more |
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Laoniuwan Valley, Yellow River and Great Wall
Jun.13-15
Laoniuwan in Datong, Shanxi is one of the most beautiful valleys in China. This tour begins at Datong following the Great Wall's trail to where it borders Inner Mongolia, and meets the Yellow River. >>> more |
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Chinese Food from market to table (3): Cold Dishes
Friday, June 13, 10:00-13:00
Don't feel like making greasy stir-fries in the hot summer? Come and learn how to prepare home-style Chinese cold dishes that are just perfect for the season. The class will start with guided-tour of local farmer¡¯s market followed by cooking demo >>> more |
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Tour: Eunuch Tombs, Mural and Temples
Saturday, June 14,09:00-14:00
CCC takes you to explore two obscure and fascinating sites. Tucked away in the mountains in the west suburb, the Eunuch tombs and temple complex remain authentic and peaceful. >>> more |
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Qinghai Lake, Birds & Tibetans
Jun.13 eve.-15
This weekend trip will explore the largest salt water lake in China, and rank No.1 of the top ten best lakes in China; Birds Islets(100,000); grassland & snow mountains and Tibetan Monastery >>> more |
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Peking Opera Workshop
Saturday, June 14, 19:00-21:00
CCC will invite professional actors of Peking Opera to introduce you to the history, complexity and subtleties of this famous art form. Selected parts from Peking Operas will be performed to explain movements and gestures and voice adaption. >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Saturday, Jun 14, 09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Mahjong Workshop
Sunday, June 15, 14:30-16:30
Come learn or practise this most popular games in China and rest of Asia. CCC boasts to let you grasp this game skills and immediately begin to play independently within one hour. If you are not a beginner >>> more |
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Ink & Wash Painting Class
Monday, June 16, 19:30-21:30
Chinese ink & water painting is a thousand-year tradition, and the xieyi style (free-hand) is one of the most unique style of Chinese painting. The CCCC painting course is specially designed for expatriates. >>> more |
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Calligraphy Class
Tuesday, June 17, 10:00-11:30
Conducted in English, the class teaches everything, from meaning and evolution of the characters, culture to related history and music. You don't have to be able to write Chinese already, just have to be enthusiastic and be willing to hold a brush >>> more |
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Biking Hutong, Making Dumplings and Boating Houhai Lake
Tuesday, Jun 17,16:00-20:30
Ride bike leisurely in the alleyways and along the bank of the beautiful houhai lake area, visit courtyard houses and families, Drum Tower... make and share meal with one family and in the evening take little wooden boat ride on the lake >>> more |
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Talk: Taoism & Zen's Influence on Western Art
Tuesday, June 17, 19:30-21:00
Douglas Lewis, a Canadian artist and curator, will talk about the influences of Taoism and Zen on western contemporary art from 1960 to the present, and his own projects since his arrival in Beijing. >>> more |
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Tuina Massage Course
Tuesday, June 17, 13:30-15:30
The 8-session traditional tuina massage course introduce basic Chinese medicine theory, manipulation techniques on relaxing the muscle and vein, and pressing corresponding acupoints; and treatments on common diseases. >>> more |
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Book Club: Wolf Totem
Wednesday, June 18, 10:30-12:00
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Wednesday, Jun 18,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Talk: News Photograph in China
Wednesday, June 18, 19:30-21:00
Mr. He Yanguang, journalist and photographer of China Youth, a leading newspaper in China, will share his photos and stories behind, which covers a variety of people and social lives. The talk will be in Chinese with English interpretation. >>> more |
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Tuina Massage Course
Thursday, June 19, 13:30-15:30
The 8-session traditional tuina massage course introduce basic Chinese medicine theory, manipulation techniques on relaxing the muscle and vein, and pressing corresponding acupoints; and treatments on common diseases. >>> more |
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Great Wall Mutianyu & Ming Tombs
Thursday,Jun 19,09:00-18:30
Mutianyu is a famous section of the Great Wall, and it is not so commercialized but also a moderate section (not so physically demanding). Ming Tombs is the largest and well preserved imperial tomb complex with over 500 years >>> more |
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Taichi (taijiquan) class
Thursday, June 19, 10:00-11:30
The class are instructed by master who speak excelent English and have experience in teaching Westerners. ground by the lake of Chaoyang Park near the western gate. >>> more |
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Zen Talk & Meditation
Thursday, June 19, 19:30-21:30
Join us each week for an insight into the teachings and practices of Zen Buddhism. We'll be guided on our journey of self-discovery by a Buddhist layman and learn about Zen through its music, its stories, its art, its rituals & martial arts. >>> more |
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Cookery: hand-pulled noodles and dumplings
Friday, June 20,10:30-12:30
Try pulling dough into Beijing style thin longevity noodles in a minute! And then make dumpling (jiaozi) with two different fillings and flavours. CCC invites professional cook to instruct you for these two marvelous culinary skills. >>> more |
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Xuanwu Hutong & Courtyard Houses Pedicab Tour
Friday, Jun 20,14:00-16:30
Go to the peaceful hutongs (alleys) and courtyard houses in Beijing Xuanwu District, learn the real life of Beijingers in the neighborhood , get into their homes for a chat, check out a kindergarden with lovely kids; see an old opera houses >>> more |
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Walk: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
Friday, June 20, 09:00-12:30
The 3.5-hour guided walk will provide informative and real explanation, covering not only the history, city planning, architectural details & symbols, fengshui of Tiananmen Square and the palace, but also the the life and fate of emperors and eunuchs >>> more |
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Western Qing Tombs
Saturday, Jun 21,08:30-19:00
Wesern Qing Tombs is still little visited despite offering considerably more to visitors than tombs of the Ming. The site is rural, more densely forested than the Eastern one, overlapped by orchards and agriculture, and with chickens, goats... >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Saturday, Jun 21, 09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Chinese Food from Market to Table (4): Summer Melon Medley
Saturday, June 21, 10:00-13:00
Bitter melon, Winter melon and Sponge gourd, according to the Traditional Chinese Medicine, are considered cooling food¨Cthey help to clear heat, detoxify and dispel dampness. The class will start with guided-tour of local farmer's market. >>> more |
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Chengde Imperial Mountain Resort
June 21-22
Take CCC's comfortable bus to Chende, Hebei Province to see the Summer Mountain Resort (Bishushanzhuang) and its Outlying Temples. The size of Chengde Summer resort is as big as the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace combined. It is surround >>> more |
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Hands-on: Chinese Tie-Dye
Sunday, June 22, 14:00-16:00
Learn two fabric craftsmanship at Chinese Culture Club: tie-dye (zha ran) and batik (la ran), which represent typical minority Chinese folk art: simple colour and texture, and unique patterns. >>> more |
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Tour: Jiaozhuanghu War Tunnels and Simulated War Game
Sunday, Jun 22,09:00-17:00
We first visit Jiaozhuanghu Underground Tunnel Labyrinth, which was digged up by local farmers to fight against Japanese invaders. Then we will head to a beautiful mountain area to put on army fatigue and hold a real size machine gun for military mis >>> more |
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Beijing Amblers: Erdaoguan Great Wall & Fort Villages
Sunday, Jun 22,09:30-16:00
Go hiking at a leisurely pace with CCC guides along the ancient path leading up to an archway in the Great Wall at Zhuangdaokou and then stroll in a village behind the hill with some original stonework. >>> more |
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Ink & Wash Painting Class
Monday, June 23, 19:30-21:30
Chinese ink & water painting is a thousand-year tradition, and the xieyi style (free-hand) is one of the most unique style of Chinese painting. The CCCC painting course is specially designed for expatriates. >>> more |
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Tuina Massage Course
Tuesday, June 24, 13:30-15:30
The 8-session traditional tuina massage course introduce basic Chinese medicine theory, manipulation techniques on relaxing the muscle and vein, and pressing corresponding acupoints; and treatments on common diseases. >>> more |
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Beijing Walk: Ox Street Mosque & Muslim Quarters
Tuesday, Jun 24,14:00-17:00
This CCC walk will head you to Niujie (Ox Street), a largely Muslim community in Beijing's Xuanwu District. This walk will give you a feel for the unique Muslim quarter with old Beijing hutong atmosphere. In the company of Mr. Hu, member of Beij >>> more |
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Calligraphy Class
Tuesday, June 24, 10:00-11:30
Conducted in English, the class teaches everything, from meaning and evolution of the characters, culture to related history and music. You don't have to be able to write Chinese already, just have to be enthusiastic and be willing to hold a brush >>> more |
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Tying Chinese Knots: bracelets
Wednesday, June 25, 09:30-12:00
Learn to make the auspicious knots from CCC folk artists Ms Wang, and work out your own knots (knots, butterfly or lily shoes, and other patterns of crafts), and hang them up on your neck or your handbag. >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Wednesday, Jun 25,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Beijing Walk: Confucius Temple & Imperial Academy
Wednesday, Jun 25,14:00-17:00
Join CCC's expert-guided tour to the Confucius Temple, which receives less crowds than the Lama Temple across the street and is a pleasant place to stroll, read or imagine all the hard study that took place on this site over the centuries. >>> more |
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Hunan Zhangjiajie & Wulingyuan and Phoenix Town (Feng Huang)
June 25-29
This trip offers two distinct sides of Hunan Province--the beautiful landscape in the nature reservation of Zhangjiajie, the clear waters of Mengdong River; and the traditional town of Phoenix Town with minorities and Huoluping Miao village >>> more |
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Tuina Massage Course
Thursday, June 26, 13:30-15:30
The 8-session traditional tuina massage course introduce basic Chinese medicine theory, manipulation techniques on relaxing the muscle and vein, and pressing corresponding acupoints; and treatments on common diseases. >>> more |
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Great Wall Mutianyu & Ming Tombs
Thursday,Jun 26,09:00-18:30
Mutianyu is a famous section of the Great Wall, and it is not so commercialized but also a moderate section (not so physically demanding). Ming Tombs is the largest and well preserved imperial tomb complex with over 500 years >>> more |
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Zen Talk & Meditation
Thursday, June 26, 19:30-21:30
Join us each week for an insight into the teachings and practices of Zen Buddhism. We'll be guided on our journey of self-discovery by a Buddhist layman and learn about Zen through its music, its stories, its art, its rituals & martial arts. >>> more |
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Taichi (taijiquan) class
Thursday, June 26, 10:00-11:30
The class are instructed by master who speak excelent English and have experience in teaching Westerners. ground by the lake of Chaoyang Park near the western gate. >>> more |
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Xuanwu Hutong & Courtyard Houses Pedicab Tour
Friday, Jun 27,14:00-16:30
Go to the peaceful hutongs (alleys) and courtyard houses in Beijing Xuanwu District, learn the real life of Beijingers in the neighborhood , get into their homes for a chat, check out a kindergarden with lovely kids; see an old opera houses >>> more |
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Hulun Buir Grasslands (Inner Mongolia)
Jun.27-29
Located outside the remote border town (with Russia) of Manzhouli, Inner Mogolia, the Hulun Buir Grasslands are the most pristine and lushest in China. Hulun Lake, within the Hulunbuir Grasslands, is the largest lake in Inner Mongolia. >>> more |
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Walk: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
Friday, June 27, 09:00-12:30
The 3.5-hour guided walk will provide informative and real explanation, covering not only the history, city planning, architectural details & symbols, fengshui of Tiananmen Square and the palace, but also the the life and fate of emperors and eunuchs >>> more |
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Folk songs & music on boat at Lotus Pond
Saturday, June 28, 19:00-22:30
Join us for an evening of music and romance hosted on the boats by world-famous musicians, who will serenade us playing traditional Chinese instruments and thrill to the vocal talents of accomplished folk singers. >>> more |
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Tying Chinese Knots: Longevity Knots
Saturday, June 28, 09:30-12:00
Learn to make the auspicious knots from CCC folk artists Ms Wang, and work out your own knots (knots, butterfly or lily shoes, and other patterns of crafts), and hang them up on your neck or your handbag. >>> more |
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Huitengxile Inner Mongolia Grassland
Jun.28-29
it was worthwhile to visit the enchanting steppes & fantastic grassland! To find the less spoiled and touristy grassland with relatively full -up grass, and yet accessible for a two or three days excursion, CCC recommends the grassland Huitengxile (2 >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Saturday, Jun 28,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Cookery: hand-pulled noodles and dumplings
Sunday, June 29,19:00-21:00
Try pulling dough into Beijing style thin longevity noodles in a minute! And then make dumpling (jiaozi) with two different fillings and flavours. CCC invites professional cook to instruct you for these two marvelous culinary skills. >>> more |
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Ink & Wash Painting Class
Monday, June 30, 19:30-21:30
Chinese ink & water painting is a thousand-year tradition, and the xieyi style (free-hand) is one of the most unique style of Chinese painting. The CCCC painting course is specially designed for expatriates. >>> more |
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Calligraphy Class
Tuesday, July 1, 10:00-11:30
Conducted in English, the class teaches everything, from meaning and evolution of the characters, culture to related history and music. You don't have to be able to write Chinese already, just have to be enthusiastic and be willing to hold a brush >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Wednesday, July 2,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Great Wall Mutianyu & Ming Tombs
Thursday,July 3,09:00-18:30
Mutianyu is a famous section of the Great Wall, and it is not so commercialized but also a moderate section (not so physically demanding). Ming Tombs is the largest and well preserved imperial tomb complex with over 500 years >>> more |
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Walk: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
Friday, July 4, 09:00-12:30
The 3.5-hour guided walk will provide informative and real explanation, covering not only the history, city planning, architectural details & symbols, fengshui of Tiananmen Square and the palace, but also the the life and fate of emperors and eunuchs >>> more |
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Xuanwu Hutong & Courtyard Houses Pedicab Tour
Friday, July 4, 14:00-16:30
Go to the peaceful hutongs (alleys) and courtyard houses in Beijing Xuanwu District, learn the real life of Beijingers in the neighborhood , get into their homes for a chat, check out a kindergarden with lovely kids; see an old opera houses >>> more |
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A Sacred Buddhist Land
July 5-10
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Ancient City Xi An (Terracotta Warriors)
July 4 eve.-6
Take 2 days trip to visit the famous Terracotta Warrior Site; Ancient City Wall, Shaanxi Museum; Great Mosque and Muslim Street; Wild Goose Pagoda, etc. >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Saturday, July 5,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Ink & Wash Painting Class
Monday, July 7, 19:30-21:30
Chinese ink & water painting is a thousand-year tradition, and the xieyi style (free-hand) is one of the most unique style of Chinese painting. The CCCC painting course is specially designed for expatriates. >>> more |
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Calligraphy Class
Tuesday, July 8, 10:00-11:30
Conducted in English, the class teaches everything, from meaning and evolution of the characters, culture to related history and music. You don't have to be able to write Chinese already, just have to be enthusiastic and be willing to hold a brush >>> more |
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Biking Hutong, Making Dumplings and Boating Houhai Lake
Tuesday,July 8,16:00-20:30
Ride bike leisurely in the alleyways and along the bank of the beautiful houhai lake area, visit courtyard houses and families, Drum Tower... make and share meal with one family and in the evening take little wooden boat ride on the lake >>> more |
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Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace
Wednesday, July 9,09:00-15:30
Cruise along the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat past the Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and the Purple Bamboo Garden; appreciate the great views en route, and stroll in the garden to join the passionate amateurs of the community singing >>> more |
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Great Wall Mutianyu & Ming Tombs
Thursday,July 10,09:00-18:30
Mutianyu is a famous section of the Great Wall, and it is not so commercialized but also a moderate section (not so physically demanding). Ming Tombs is the largest and well preserved imperial tomb complex with over 500 years >>> more |
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Xuanwu Hutong & Courtyard Houses Pedicab Tour
Friday, July 11, 14:00-16:30
Go to the peaceful hutongs (alleys) and courtyard houses in Beijing Xuanwu District, learn the real life of Beijingers in the neighborhood , get into their homes for a chat, check out a kindergarden with lovely kids; see an old opera houses >>> more |
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Walk: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
Friday, July 11, 09:00-12:30
The 3.5-hour guided walk will provide informative and real explanation, covering not only the history, city planning, architectural details & symbols, fengshui of Tiananmen Square and the palace, but also the the life and fate of emperors and eunuchs >>> more |
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CCC e-Newsletter > Beijing 
