What is China famous for?

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China (English: China) is officially known as the People’s Republic of China, and it is an Asian country located in the eastern part of the continent, and overlooks many seas, including the East China Sea, the Yellow Sea, and the South China Sea. China ranks first in terms of population in the world, and in 2016, the population of China reached 1,373,541,278 people, and China is characterized by great diversity in races, cultural backgrounds, languages, and religions; according to the Chinese government there are 56 officially recognized ethnic groups in China in In the year 2010 AD.
China has a very large area, with a total area of ​​9,596,960 km2. It is thus ranked fourth in the world in terms of area, after Russia, Canada, and the United States of America. China shares its land borders with 14 countries, most notably Russia, Afghanistan and Burma, and one of the most prominent natural features in China is Mount Everest, which is located between the China-Nepal border, which is the highest mountain peak in the world. China has two special administrative regions, Hong Kong and Macao. China has many natural resources, the most important of which are coal, natural gas, iron ore, and petroleum, and is the largest country in the world with hydropower potential.

China knew the oldest forms of life, and the first civilizations known to mankind since the beginning of history, where the effects that were discovered date back to 1.7 million years, and indicates the existence of life in it at that time, as China knew the first empire in history, which was founded in 221 BC At the hands of the first Chinese Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, many Chinese families then ruled. The end of the Chinese Empire was in 1911 AD after the revolution of the Qing dynasty, the last ruling dynasty of the empire. The People’s Republic of China was established on October 1, 1949, a day that is celebrated as a national holiday every year in China.

The most famous landmarks of China

China is famous for a number of landmarks that have gained international fame, and which attract tourists from around the world to visit, and the most prominent of these landmarks:

• Great Wall of China: The Great Wall of China is the most famous landmark of China, and has gained wide fame. This wall extends up to 21,196 km, and construction began between two years (220 BC-206 BC) and most of the wall was built by the Ming dynasty, which was interested in building it for military protection purposes.
• Big Lishan Buddha statue: Leshan Giant Buddha is one of the greatest statues of Buddha in the world. It is a sculpted statue, built in the eighth century AD. This statue is located in a Buddhist temple on Mount Amai, which is one of the most beautiful mountains in China, where Three rivers converge to a depth of 71 meters below the foot of the mountain.
• Summer Palace: Summer Palace: It is one of the most famous Chinese palaces. It is located in Beijing, and it includes a natural garden that contains stunning fountains, in addition to the buildings, temples, and bridges that are inside it. The palace was built in 1750 AD, but it was destroyed during the war that erupted in the year 1860 CE, and was restored again in 1886 CE.
• Potala Palace: Potala Palace is a stunning architectural masterpiece, in addition to being a historical and religious center of Tibetan Buddhism. The palace contains several buildings, including the White Palace, the Red Palace, and the Jokhang Temple Monastery, which is a Buddhist temple. The palace is located in the Lhasa Valley, on a plateau of 3700 meters.
• The terraces of rice in Honghe Hani: Honghe Hani Rice Terraces) These are great terraces located in Yunnan Province of China, covering an area of ​​16,603 hectares (166.03 km2). These terraces continue to descend on the slopes of Mount Ailu, and end at the banks of the Hong River, and these terraces follow a complex irrigation system, working on It was developed by the Chinese thousands of years ago.

The most famous Chinese characters

China is known by many influential figures and famous throughout history in many fields, from literature and language, to the world of cinema and movies, and among the most prominent Chinese figures that have emerged in history:

• Confucius: (551 BC – 479 BC) is the first Chinese philosopher, and the most famous world philosopher in history. In addition to being a great philosopher, Confucius was a well-known political teacher and symbol, and his most prominent contributions are the establishment of a doctrine that includes all Chinese traditions that talk about social and moral behavior .
• Jackie Chan: Born in 1954, a famous movie star and director from Hong Kong, famous for combining martial arts with comic sense in his films, Hollywood has known him through his first films that the audience loved to distinguish it and being unique, and one of his most prominent films is the Rush Hour comedy. A huge success in the revenues of American cinema.
• Zong Dao Li: Born in 1926, he is a famous Chinese physicist, who later acquired American citizenship. Lee is known for his contributions in the field of quantum physics, and he has many researches in this field and related fields. Lee won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1957 in recognition of his scientific efforts.
• The Dalai Lama: Born in 1935, he is the supreme religious leader of the Tibetan Buddhist sect, a political activist, he and his followers sought to obtain the independence of Tibet and establish an independent entity from China, but all his efforts did not meet with success and China did not respond to his demands, he was exiled to India, and in 1989 AD he received a prize for Lama Noble Peace in recognition of his efforts.
• Du Fu: (712 CE – 770 CE) is a well-known great poet, and is widely known for his organized poetry, or so-called “lüshi”. Fu was a follower of Confucianism, but he did not succeed in following him completely, and he continued his life traveling across the country and writing poetry, his poetry became famous after his death, and some considered it the best poetry ever.

The most famous Chinese industries

China has a wide and famous reputation as one of the best manufactured markets, which supplies its goods in various global markets, and China is distinguished by its various industries, among which have emerged very famous brands, among which are the most prominent:

• Lenovo: Lenovo is the world’s largest PC maker by number of shipments, and also manufactures TVs.
• Huawei: (English: Huawei) is a smart phone manufacturer, which is world famous for its phones in all markets, and enjoys high demand in Chinese markets.
• Great Wall Motors: Great Wall Motors is the world famous auto company and the largest SUV manufacturer in China.
• Haier: Haier is a home electronics maker that features smart home appliances solutions.
• TCL: TCL, the famous TV manufacturer, recently contracted Iqiyi electronic gaming site to provide the best customer experience with various digital options.

The most famous Chinese cuisine

China is distinguished by having one of the most famous and famous kitchens spread today around the world, due to the Chinese dishes, colors, smells, and distinct flavors that may not be found in other kitchens. Among the most famous Chinese dishes that have gained great fame around the world:

• Dumplings: Dumplings, a traditional Chinese food dating back 1,800 years. It is minced meat with chopped vegetables, wrapped with a thin piece of dough.
• Wontons: Wontons, a popular food since the Tang Dynasty between 618 CE-907 CE. It is eaten during the winter solstice. Wontons consist of a triangular meat pie that is boiled and added to soup.
• Chu Min: (Chow Mein) It is a dish consisting of noodles, a type of meat (chicken, beef, or fish) and colored spices.
• Kung Pao Chicken: (English: Gong Bao Chicken) It is a dish cooked in Sichuan style and contains cooked chicken with spices and fried peanuts.
• Ma Po Tofu: Ma Po Tofu, a dish dating back 100 years, contains meat with tofu and added to it very hot spices.

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