China is one of the four ancient civilizations of the world.  It is renowned for its iconic attractions such as the Forbidden City and the Great Wall in Beijing, and the Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang in Xi'an are just a few examples of China's diverse and distinctive offerings. However, there are several things you should know before every travel. Listen up, challenger! 

Leading platforms like WhatsApp and WeChat, dominate the global and domestic markets. In addition to these giants, other influential social media apps like LINE and KakaoTalk have gained significant traction in East Asian countries such as Taiwan, Japan, and Korea Let's explore the dynamic social media world of East Asia.

London's Chinatown is right next to Trafalgar Square, just a 10-minute walk away from Piccadilly Circus. Why not detour to Chinatown after musicals or movies? Most importantly, how can it be so fun to explore? 

As the Eastern and Western worlds become more connected, men and women from different cultures meet and fall in love with each other. Modern Chinese ladies are believed to be gorgeous, thoughtful and independent. There are things you should learn about in advance before starting a happy relationship.  

Apps can help you learn Chinese in your spare time as well as supplement your classroom study. LingoClass have developed a list of our top rated Mandarin learning apps to help you find the best ones for your needs.

Tik Toks short form videos are a great way to learn Mandarin. From handwriting all the way through to conversational skills, there is something for everyone! Check out our list of the best accounts to follow below. Happy studying.

Do you love China and all things Chinese? If so you probably know a lot about Chinese culture. To test your knowledge we've built this free online quiz. You can even share your scores on our leader board to see how you compare with your friends!

Most English speakers believe that the Mandarin language is one of the most difficult languages to learn. But it’s not as hard as you think. Here are the TOP 5 Tips that you can easily improve your Mandarin communication skills 

Starting November 17, 2023, China has extended its 144-hour visa-free transit policy to 54 countries whose citizens can enjoy this benefit in 23 Chinese cities when transiting to a third country or region. During the visa-free period, travellers can move within designated areas. ​If you haven't decided where to go, we are here to sort you out!

This guide will teach you everything you need to know about ordering food in Chinese, from useful phrases to cultural practices surrounding food and hospitality. By the time you finish learning you will be ordering food like a local!

Chinese cuisine is famous for its intense flavours and mysterious ingredients. With over 1,000 years of history and deep cultural background, Chinese food represents the nation's taste, soul, and ethnic characteristics. We've got you covered if you have zero idea in a Chinese restaurant. 

Here are the ten songs that we have sorted based on popularity. They are all easy to sing with simple melodies and narrow vocal ranges. These songs are known by most Chinese and are prepared specifically for friends who can't carry a tune. Be sure to jot them down to prevent forgetting, practice secretly, and surprise your family and friends by singing together during holidays!

Aside from LingoClass, the internet has many websites dedicated to helping you learn Mandarin :) But which ones are actually worth your time? To help you decide, we've created this list of our favourite free learning sites. Enjoy!

Podcasts are a great way to practice your Mandarin listening and comprehension skills without a teacher. There are loads of interesting resources available for all levels but these are our absolute favourites to use as learning tools.

Chinese culture is rich and varied with many customs and traditions we're unfamiliar with in the West.  You may have heard of Chinese New Year but how many other Chinese festivals do you know about? Explore with us today!

Things in the East are surprising. 
Foreign media often highlight unique Chinese customs, practices, and taboos unheard of elsewhere, creating quite a culture shock for outsiders. But are these customs really that unusual? We’ve compiled some of the quirkiest habits, traditions, and styles that have made headlines across Western media. 

Originally from Taiwan, bubble tea, also known as Boba tea, is crafted from a blend of milk, sugar, tea, and tapioca pearls. This concoction yields a sweet and caffeinated beverage, enhanced by the delightful textural element of the pearls. 

Learning Chinese can seem like a daunting task. There are thousands of characters to learn and it can be difficult to know where to start. That's why we've prepared this list of what we think are THE most useful phrases to start with.

TV gets a bad rep sometimes but when you think about it TV is one of the modern era's most valid art forms. It embodies culture and language like no other medium and we think you can use this to your advantage! Read on to find out how!

With literally thousands of videos on the subject, YouTube is a great resource for Mandarin language learners. To help you find the best content we've compiled this list of our absolute favourite channels. Happy learning :)

Typing in Chinese can seem like a bit of a mystery but knowing how to text or send emails in Mandarin in a great skill and actually not that difficult to learn as long as you have some grasp of the language already. Find out how today!

London is home to some of the best Mandarin schools in the world! We're happy to be one of them but we're aware the others also have many things to offer. We've created this list so you can see what's out there. Which will you choose?