Shaolin Monastery

The Shaolin Monastery is located at Song Shan near Zhengzhou City Henan Province in Dengfeng, China. It is founded in the 5^th century. It is famous for its association with Chinese martial arts and particularly with Shanlin Kung Fu. In 2010, the Shaolin Monstery and its famed Pagoda Forest were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Famous Snacks in Hang Zhou(My Hometown)

"Pian Er Chuan" Noodle

Congbaogui

Wu Hill Crisp Cakes

There are many delicious snacks in my hometown.  I just list the most three popular here. If you have chance go to China, you should taste them. 

Famous Snacks in Beijing

Sticky rice with sweet fillings

Stir-fried Tofu

Pea Flour Cake

Pastry Made of Soy Bean Flour

Here is the website if you want to know more snacks and info:
http://www.china.org.cn/travel/beijingguide/2008-05/20/content_15346204.htm

Economy of China

China is the largest exporter and second largest importer of goods in the world. It is also the world’s second largest economy both in nominal and PPP term after the United States. 

This picture shows the change of China's economy since 1952. In the past 30 years, China becomes the worlds's fasting-growing major economy, with average growth rates of 10%.