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Upcoming tours, classes, lectures
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Taichi (taijiquan) class (5)
Wednesday, Nov 19, 19:30-21:00
Taichi, a moving form of yoga and meditation combined, is ancient Chinese meditative exercise for the body, aiming to foster a calm and tranquil mind. CCC's Chen Style Taichi master speaks English and has experience in teaching Westerners. >>> more
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Hands-on: Seal-carving
Wednesday, Nov 19, 10:00-11:30
An exquisite personal seal is a must for all Chinese scholars, artists and calligraphers. Many Chinese people today are still fond of stamping their seal on every book they buy. Learn to carve one at CCC with your Chinese and English names. >>> more
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Great Wall Mutianyu & Ming Tombs
Thursday, Nov.20,09:00-18:30
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, Nov 20, 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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Walk: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
Friday, Nov.21, 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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Hakka Earthen Round Buildings
Nov.21-23
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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Xuanwu Hutong & Courtyard Houses Pedicab Tour
Friday, Nov.21,14:00-16:30
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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Taichi (taijiquan) class (6)
Friday, Nov 21,19:30-21:00
Taichi, a moving form of yoga and meditation combined, is ancient Chinese meditative exercise for the body, aiming to foster a calm and tranquil mind. CCC's Chen Style Taichi master speaks English and has experience in teaching Westerners. >>> more
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Cookery: hand-pulled noodles and dumplings
Friday, Nov 21,10:30-13:00
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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Datong Trip (Grottoes & Hanging Monastery)
Nov.21 eve-23
Join this weekend tour to see the second-largest of the nearly 51,000 sandstone statues of Buddha in 53 Yungang grottoes. Buddhist cave art began here in Datong, 160 miles west of Beijing, in the fifth century, by Xianbei minority, which ruled North >>> more
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Ox Street Mosque & Muslim Quarters Walk
Saturday, Nov.22,14:00-17:00
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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Chinese Cloth Tiger Pillows
Saturday, Nov 22, 14:00-17:00
In China, the tiger is a symbol of power and goodness associated with children. Hand made tiger pillows are thus a popular gift for parents to express love and wishes to their children, but we think they make great presents for all ages. >>> more
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Beijing Amblers: The Dragon Gate Gorge
Sunday, Nov.23, 09:00-18:00
The Dragon Gate Gorge is a great place to avoid the heat of the summer. Located in the valley in the southwest of Beijing, the deep gorge provides natural springs, running streams and waterfalls reminding people of the start of the Yellow River. The >>> more
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Calligraphy Class (8)
Monday, Nov 24, 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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Back-Street-Beijing Walking Tour: Xuanwumen North
Tuesday, Nov.25, 10:00-13:00
CCC guides you to north Xuanwumen area, meandering along New Culture Street and passing by Writer Lu Xun School; Prince Kele's Mansion; Cathedral of Saviour. Then vanish ourselves in the winding hutongs to find more fascinating people and spots. >>> more
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Contemporary Chinese History 1: Opium War to End Qing
Tuesday, Nov.25, 19:30-21:30
Contemporary Chinese History deals with China's transformation since 1840 and emphasis is placed upon political development and social changes but also the civilization and cultural aspects in six sessions. The lectures will be in English. >>> more
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Ink & Wash Painting Class (7)
Tuesday, Nov 25, 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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Cookery Class: Chinese pie
Tuesday, Nov 25, 19:00-21:00
Learn to make a variety of Chinese stuffed pizza of lovely shapes and with different vegetable and meat fillings >>> more
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Taichi (taijiquan) class (7)
Wednesday, Nov 26, 19:30-21:00
Taichi, a moving form of yoga and meditation combined, is ancient Chinese meditative exercise for the body, aiming to foster a calm and tranquil mind. CCC's Chen Style Taichi master speaks English and has experience in teaching Westerners. >>> more
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Talk: Criticism on China's Modern Architecture Field
Wednesday, Nov 26, 19:30-21:30
Architect Liang Jingyu will talk on today's architecture in China, from 1949-1979 buildings to new architecture when China opened up. He will give comments and criticism; uncover construction system and delemma for small firms and architects >>> more
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