Modern China

Modern China is a huge country shaped by ancient traditions, rapid change, cities, farms, science, and global connections.

What Happened

China has the world's largest population after India. Its cities include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen.

Why It Matters

China has grown quickly in manufacturing, transportation, science, and technology. Modern China also preserves older traditions such as calligraphy, festivals, foodways, and family customs.

Fun Facts

• China has the world's largest population after India.
• Its cities include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen.
• China has grown quickly in manufacturing, transportation, science, and technology.
• Modern China also preserves older traditions such as calligraphy, festivals, foodways, and family customs.

Did You Know?

Historians and learners study modern China by comparing written records, objects, buildings, maps, and careful questions.