Articles related to "Han Chinese"

Urumqi is the capital city of Xinjiang, a large desert province in the northwest of China. It is a business and transportation hub, and site of the riots of July 2009.

China has long sought to dominate Tibet and now is using economic rather than political colonization.

The July 2009 outbreak of violence in China's westernmost province is just the latest in a long history of a people's struggle for independence.

The Muslim Hui people of Yunnan suffered from years of abuse and then were subject to a massacre. They launched a revolt which created the independent state of Pingnan.

A Hong Kong-based author who wrote a total of fifteen novels, Jin Yong is often considered the father of the modern Chinese martial arts novel.

A rocket is a vehicle that obtains its thrust from the rapid conversion of fuel to superheated gasses, which are then rapidly expelled out a nozzle at the base.

What come in mind when we say China? Kung-fu or kung pao chicken? Well China has gone past all the stereotypes and established itself as world's economic powerhouse.

Despite holding the rule of the "One Child Policy" why can many families with two or more children still be seen on the streets of China?

Although one of Hebei province's smaller cities, Chengde has a lot to offer, especially for those looking to escape the heat in Beijing.

A thematic introduction to a series of articles about the history of Tibet.

The nature and importance of Yunnan Province, where China joins the Greater Mekong Sub-Region.

With the Beijing Olympics imminent The Tibet Autonomous Region continue to tarnish China's human rights record. Now even dialogue with the Dalai Lama may be too late.

Ancient Chinese foot binding was a process that broke and reshaped a woman's foot, leaving them crippled and dependent on men.

Taiwan's history with varied immigrant roots has lead to new and distinct dialects over time. Travelers to Taiwan will find the island now recognizes 17 Chinese dialects.

The Minzu University of China is the best ethnic university in China. It has outstanding programs in areas like dance, ethnic studies and Chinese language studies.

China told protesters they had until midnight tonight to turn themselves in or face "harsh consequences." Now, Tibet and surrounding areas are being sealed off.

Non-Chinese Mongols ruled China and ushered in many changes and reforms during their short-lived Yuan Dynasty.

Tasty shrimp balls, tandoori-spiced pakoras and chili-fried chicken are some of the mouth-watering dishes featured in Hakka-Indian cuisine.

The fashion for bound feet in China died out decades ago, yet there are many collectors overseas who search antique shops and markets for a pair of tiny shoes.