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Real Chinese: Buying and Selling

04/11/2010

Buying and Selling

BBC Two - Real Chinese, Buying and Selling

A look at Beijing's addiction to shopping, from designer fashion to herbal medicine.

Introduction to Chinese language, life and culture. In this episode, a look at Beijing's addiction to shopping, from designer fashion to herbal medicine.

Real Chinese is an up-to-the-minute introduction to Chinese life, culture and language. This ten-part series is for anyone travelling to China for holidays, study or work - and anyone else who simply wants to find out more about this fast-changing nation. The programmes are set in and around Beijing, with visits to mountains, countryside and a popular beach resort. 

The series covers the language essentials needed to get the most out of a trip and explore beyond the usual tourist trail: how to greet people in Chinese, order food and drink, ask the way, travel around, hold simple conversations and enjoy sports and nightlife. Each 15-minute programme also offers insights into the culture, both past and present, from ancient arts, architecture and beliefs to current tastes in shopping, fashion and entertainment.

In this episode, a look at Beijing's addiction to shopping from designer fashion to herbal medicine, the art of cloisonné, and how to browse and buy Chinese style.

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