{"id":25758,"date":"2024-10-10T20:20:47","date_gmt":"2024-10-10T12:20:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/?p=25758"},"modified":"2024-10-10T20:20:47","modified_gmt":"2024-10-10T12:20:47","slug":"china-in-eyes-of-foreigners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/china-in-eyes-of-foreigners.html","title":{"rendered":"The Different China in the Eyes of Foreigners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"37c28470d9d6d3cb9ff74e663adb766a\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:0px 0 0px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3594734025006597\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>When foreigners step on this ancient and vibrant land of China, they are often shocked by everything here and find a completely different China from what they imagined.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25759\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-Different-China-in-the-Eyes-of-Foreigners.jpg\" alt=\"The Different China in the Eyes of Foreigners\" width=\"720\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-Different-China-in-the-Eyes-of-Foreigners.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-Different-China-in-the-Eyes-of-Foreigners-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><br \/>\nFirst of all, the urban landscape of China amazes foreigners. Row upon row of high-rise buildings soar into the sky. The modern architectural design is full of creativity and a sense of technology. At night, the lights are brilliant and the neon lights are flashing. The whole city is like a bright city that never sleeps. The streets are wide and clean, bustling with traffic but in good order. Parks and green spaces can be seen everywhere, providing a good place for people to relax. Different from some cities in the West, while China&#8217;s cities are developing rapidly, they also pay attention to the protection of historical culture. The ancient city walls, traditional temples and gardens complement the modern buildings, showing unique charm.<br \/>\nSecondly, China&#8217;s transportation system is efficient and convenient. The high-speed rail network is crisscrossed. With high speed and high punctuality rate, foreigners experience unprecedented travel convenience. The subway lines are widely covered, making it convenient for people to quickly reach every corner of the city. Buses are clean and tidy with considerate service. In addition, the popularity of shared bicycles makes foreigners feel China&#8217;s innovation in green travel. In China, traveling is no longer a trouble but a pleasure.<br \/>\nMoreover, China&#8217;s food culture makes foreigners unable to stop. The rich and diverse cuisines, each with its unique flavor and characteristics. From spicy and delicious Sichuan cuisine to delicate and exquisite Cantonese cuisine, from rich and mellow Shandong cuisine to light and refreshing Jiangsu cuisine, foreigners can taste various delicious flavors here. Street snacks are also a highlight of Chinese cuisine. Pancake\u679c\u5b50, roasted mutton skewers, stinky tofu, etc. Let foreigners feel the fireworks of China while tasting delicious food.<br \/>\nChina&#8217;s technological innovation also leaves a deep impression on foreigners. The popularity of mobile payment makes them bid farewell to cumbersome cash transactions and credit card payments. With just one mobile phone, various payments can be easily completed. The development of e-commerce also allows them to buy various goods anytime and anywhere. The wide application of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data in China makes foreigners feel the rapid development of China in the field of technology.<br \/>\nIn addition, the hospitality of the Chinese people also makes foreigners feel extremely warm. They can feel the warmth of home and the care of friends here. Whether on the streets and alleys or in shopping malls and supermarkets, the Chinese people always welcome every foreign friend with a smile and provide them with help and service.<br \/>\nIn short, after foreigners come to China, they will find that there are too many differences. China&#8217;s urban landscape, transportation system, food culture, technological innovation and the hospitality of the people all make them full of curiosity and longing for this ancient and modern country. China is attracting more and more foreigners to explore and experience with its unique charm.<br \/>\nChina&#8217;s education system also impresses foreigners. From basic education to higher education, China has invested huge resources. School facilities are advanced and the teaching staff is strong. Basic education focuses on cultivating students&#8217; comprehensive qualities. It not only has strict requirements in academics but also pays attention to moral education and social practice. Institutions of higher education have achieved remarkable results in scientific research. Many universities&#8217; rankings in the world are constantly rising. After foreign students come to China, they can not only receive high-quality education but also experience unique campus culture and colorful student activities.<br \/>\nChina&#8217;s traditional culture makes foreigners indulge in it. Ancient art forms such as calligraphy, painting, and paper-cutting are full of oriental charm. Traditional operas, such as Peking Opera and Yue Opera, open the eyes of foreigners with their exquisite costumes, unique tunes, and wonderful performances. There are also traditional festivals, such as the Spring Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival, which are full of a strong family atmosphere and cultural connotations. When foreigners participate in them, they can feel the Chinese people&#8217;s emphasis on family and the inheritance of traditional culture.<br \/>\nChina&#8217;s medical system also brings surprises to foreigners. Modern hospitals are fully equipped and doctors have a high professional level. Traditional Chinese medicine, as a treasure of traditional Chinese medicine, has also attracted more and more attention from foreigners. Treatment methods such as acupuncture, massage, and traditional Chinese medicine let foreigners experience the unique charm different from Western medicine.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25760\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-Different-China-in-the-Eyes-of-Foreigners2.jpg\" alt=\"The Different China in the Eyes of Foreigners\" width=\"720\" height=\"537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-Different-China-in-the-Eyes-of-Foreigners2.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-Different-China-in-the-Eyes-of-Foreigners2-300x224.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><br \/>\nChina&#8217;s natural scenery is also breathtaking. From the majestic Great Wall to the beautiful Guilin landscape, from the vast grasslands to the mysterious Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, China has rich and diverse natural landscapes. Foreigners can appreciate the uncanny workmanship of nature here and feel China&#8217;s vast territory and abundant resources.<br \/>\nIn addition, China has a good social security environment, making foreigners live here with peace of mind. People abide by the law, respect each other, and social order is in good order. Whether it is day or night, you can feel a safe atmosphere.<br \/>\nIn short, after foreigners come to China, they will constantly find new surprises and differences. With its unique charm, China is becoming a place that more and more foreigners yearn for. Here, they can experience the perfect combination of ancient and modern and feel the hospitality, diligence, and wisdom of the Chinese people. It is believed that with the continuous development of China, more and more foreigners will come to China and witness the rise of this great country together.<\/p>\n<div class=\"37c28470d9d6d3cb9ff74e663adb766a\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:0px 0 0px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3594734025006597\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When foreigners step on this ancient and vibrant land of China, they are often shocked&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":25759,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[84],"tags":[3985,3986,3988,3987],"class_list":["post-25758","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","tag-china-in-the-eyes-of-foreigners","tag-chinas-changes","tag-chinas-culture","tag-chinas-science-and-technology"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25758","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25758"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25758\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25761,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25758\/revisions\/25761"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25759"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25758"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25758"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.whatchina.cn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25758"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}