1. Housing / RentShared Apartment (Outside City Center): ¥2,000–¥3,5001-Bedroom Apartment (City Center): ¥5,000–¥8,000Studio in Expat Areas (Sanlitun, Chaoyang): ¥6,000–¥10,000+Tip: Use apps like Ziroom or check WeChat housing groups for better deals.2. TransportationMetro: ¥3–¥6 per rideBus: ¥1–¥2Taxi within city center: ¥30–¥60Monthly Metro Card (Unlimited Travel):...

1. Why Learn Chinese?Communicate easily with localsHandle daily life (shopping, transport, emergencies)Build better relationships with coworkers, classmates, or neighborsShow respect for the culture 2. Focus on Mandarin (Putonghua)China has many dialects, but Mandarin is the official language and widely spoken, especially in cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen.3. Learn Pinyin...

While the weather has been a little unpredictable of late, when the sun does shine and you’re looking for a spot of alfresco dining or drinking, there is no shortage of stunning rooftops and terraces here in Beijing. To kick off this series, we're going to take a look at some of the rooftops and terraces situated around the Sanlitun and Gongti area, so grab your sunglasses and go...

1. Can Foreigners Start a Business in China?Yes! Foreigners can legally register and operate businesses through structures like:Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE)Joint VentureRepresentative OfficeMost expats prefer a WFOE for full control. 2. Choosing the Right Business TypePopular options for foreigners:Consulting & education servicesSourcing, logistics, and tradeFood &...

Whether you’re living in China or just visiting, there are a wealth of iconic and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Here’s a guide to some of the top tourist destinations in China that you won’t want to miss.1. The Great Wall of China (Beijing)No trip to China would be complete without visiting the Great Wall. Stretching over 13,000 miles, this ancient marvel once served as a defense...