Happy China - Xi’an Edition [Discover China and learn Chinese - with DVD]. ISBN: 7561916094, 9787561916094

Format: Book with DVD
ISBN-10: 7-5619-1609-4, 7561916094
ISBN-13: 978-7-5619-1609-4, 9787561916094
Binding: Softcover
Pages: 215
Shipping Weight: 460g
Size: 168mm x 226mm
Language: simplified Chinese, English
DVD Audio: Mandarin Chinese
DVD Subtitles: simplified Chinese, English, no subtitles

Discover China and learn Chinese at the same time. Happy China is an adaption of the CCTV-4 program and offers learners an opportunity to learn the Chinese language and culture while enjoying the beautiful scenic spots in China. Co-operating with the local administrations of the well-known scenic spots, this program well combines the learning of language skills with that of Chinese culture and history in an interesting, informative and enjoyable way. Suitable for intermediate language skills and above, 1 DVD with 15 episodes included.

Information about Xi'an
Xi'an, situated in the heartland of the Central Shaanxi Plains in Northwest China, is a modern metropolis with a long history. It has a mild climate with four distinct seasons. All the seasons except cold winter are suitable for sightseeing.

Xi'an was called Chang'an in ancient times. It was the starting point of the world-famous Silk Road. The city is also known as one of the world's four greatest ancient capitals along with Athens of Greece, Rome of Italy and Cairo of Egypt. Xi'an has a history of more than 3'100 years. Starting in the 11 century BC, a total of 13 Chinese dynasties, including the Zhou, Qin, Han and Tang Dyynasties, established their capital in the city in Xi'an, spanning a period of 1'100 years. Xi'an had its heyday in the Han and Tang Dynasties, when it became the country's center of politics, economy, culture and international communication, as well as a large metropolis in the East.

As a cradle of Chinese civilization, Xi'an boasts a host of sites of historical and cultural interest. Strolling along the city's broad streets, visitors can see the time-honored city wall, the stele forest, which is billed as the "Library of Stone Books", the Bell Tower, the Drum Tower, the Dayan Pagodas and other landmark historical architectures. In addition, Xi'an is also the location of Emperor Qin Shihuang's terracotta warriors, which is acclaimed as the eighth wonder of the world, and the Banpo Ruins, one of the birthplaces of the Chinese civilization. It is no wonder that many foreign heads of states would always put Xi'an on their must-see list when they visited China.

About the textbook
This book uses simplified Chinese characters and English annotations. Pinyin annotation is provided in the new words list only. Apart from the language materials presented in the program, Words and Expressions, Notes Substitution Drills and Conversations are provided in each book of the series, among which Words and Expressions and Notes are accompanied with brief English translations or explanations. Each book also includes brief introductions and photos of corresponding scenic spots and travel guides.

快乐中国 - 西安篇 + DVD
中国中央电视台中文国际频道(CCTV-4)《快乐中国——学汉语》栏目，通过与中国各地城市以及风景名胜点的合作，把饱览名山大川、感受中国历史文化与学习汉语结合起来，把掌握言语技能与知识性、趣味性和欣赏性融为一体，办成了独特的寓教于乐的电视教学节目。自2004年6月播出以来，引起了海内外观众的热烈反响。因此，中央电视台委托北京语言大学出版社，分卷陆续出版《快乐中国——学汉语》图书和光盘，让更多的海内外朋友在欣赏中国秀美风光的同时学习汉语，了解中国灿烂的历史文化。

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