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Daily Mandarin Lesson: "Travel" in Chinese

How to Use the Chinese Term 旅行 Lu Xing

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旅行 (lǚ xíng) means "to travel" or "travels" in Mandarin Chinese. If you want to express your love for travel or if you're trying to explain that you're visiting China for leisurely travel, learning how to pronounce and use the term 旅行 can be helpful. 

The pinyin for 旅行 is ► lǚ xíng . The first character is in the 3rd tone while the second character is in the 2nd tone. This can be written as: lu3 xing2. 

Chinese Characters

In both traditional and simplified form, 旅行 is written the same way.

The first character 旅 (lǚ) means "trip" or "travel." The second character 行 (xíng) translates to all right; capable; competent; okay; to go; to do; to travel; temporary; to walk; to go; or will do depending on the context.

Sentence Examples

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► Tā měi nián dōu chū guó lǚxíng yī cì. 他每年都出國旅行一次 他每年都出国旅行一次 He travels abroad once a year. ► Tāmen yào qù ōuzhōu zì zhù lǚxíng. 他們要去歐洲自助旅行 他们要去欧洲自助旅行 They are travelling to Europe by themselves.

Another way to say "travel" in Chinese is 旅游 ( lǚ yóu), which can also mean "tourism."

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The Chinese word lüxing - 旅行 - lǚxíng ( to travel in Chinese)

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旅行 lǚxíng Meaning

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Etymology of 旅行 lǚxíng

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唉 āi 呀 ya ! 旅行袋 lǚ xíng dài 忘 wàng 了 le 拿 ná 了 le .

Oh dear ! The travelling bag has been left behind .

从 Cóng 悉尼 Xī ní 到 dào 珀斯 Pò sī 的 de 徒步 tú bù 旅行 lǚxíng 简直 jiǎnzhí 苦 kǔ 死 sǐ 了 le .

It's a hell of a hike from Sydney to Perth .

贵 guì 演员 yǎnyuán 不 bù 大 dà 装扮 zhuāng bàn 着 zhāo 旅行 lǚxíng 吧 bā ?

Your actors don' t usually travel in character , do they?

大 dà 旅行家 徐霞客 Xú Xiá kè 曾 Zēng 两度 登临 dēng lín .

Xu Xiake , a great Chinese traveler visited this place twice .

我 wǒ 不 bù 喜欢 xǐhuan 坐 Zuò 在 zài 一 yī 节 jiē 可以 kěyǐ 吸烟 xī yān 的 de 车厢 chēxiāng 里 lǐ 长途 chángtú 旅行 lǚxíng .

I don' t like going a long journey in a smoker .

旅行 lǚxíng Decomposition

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旅行 lǚxíng Compounds

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• 桁 héng , 鸻 héng , 珩 háng , 筕 háng , 绗 háng , 胻 héng , 荇 xìng , 哘 , 垳 , 洐 , 烆 , 絎 háng , 裄 , 鴴 héng

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Once upon a time, a Little Boy was living in a village near the woods. One day, a Dragon came out of the cave secluded in the middle of the forest and began to relentlessly follow the Little Boy, always breathing on the back of his neck, burning the young boy at his slightest misstep.

The child received refuge in an old Temple where there were no mirrors allowed, and it was forbidden to speak of life before entering the sanctum. Ancient books, hidden rooms with unimaginable treasures and beauty beyond comprehension, became part of the boy’s new life.

Time went by until, one day, the now old young boy accidentally glimpses his own reflection in a pond. The Dragon smiled back.

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Traveling to Shaoxing: a Visit to the City of Lu Xun

Shaoxing is located in the northern part of the Zhejiang region, very close to famous Hangzhou and about an hour and a half by train from Shanghai .

The city is considered one of the water towns found in the region south of the Yangtze River, like the more famous Suzhou and Wuzhen, by way of the numerous waterways that cross and surround them.

Shaoxing is not considered a tourist destination by many simply for the fact that it is unfortunately surrounded by some of the more important and famous Chinese cities that attract the majority of tourists. However since the last century its fame has increased, besides being the birthplace of Lu Xun, the most famous Chinese writer of the twentieth century, as well as one of the most important Chinese politicians in the last century: Zhou Enlai.

How to get to Shaoxing

For visiting Shaoxing one day is enough, and a visit to the city is a good option if you live in the area of Shanghai or Hangzhou to escape the chaos of the metropolis and take refuge in a small city without many tourists.

Getting to Shaoxing is very easy, the high speed train station is North Shaoxing Railway Station (绍兴北站), from Shanghai the fast train takes an hour and a half and a ticket costs between 70 and 90 Yuan; from Hangzhou it takes half an hour and costs 15 Yuan.

What to see in Shaoxing

Arriving at the north station you’ll find a supermarket in the little square outside the station that also has baggage storage if you need to leave a bag, a little information kiosk where you can ask for a map of the city, and a large bus stop.

The city center is about forty minutes by bus from the station, the B1 and B3 go to the center station.

I recommend that you begin by visiting the tourist sites having to do with Lu Xun, which are easy to reach by bus and near one another.

So as not to be confused, everything dealing with Lu Xun is found near Lu Xun Shong Lu (鲁迅中路), and they are: the writer’s house, garden, school and a museum. All four of these sites are free, but remember to bring your passport with you! In fact, it is by registering at the entrance and showing your passport that you’ll be able to enter for free.

Once done with your visit to the sites of Lu Xun, walk among the canals you’ll find along Lu Xun Zhong Lu to then arrive at one of the city’s main roads: North Jiefang Road (解放北路). Along Jiefang Bei Lu there are other tourist sites, among which is the house where Zhou Enlai was born, near Laodong Road (劳动街); an entrance ticket to the house-museum of Zhou Enlai costs 10 Yuan.

Going as far as Jishan Park (蕺山公园), besides going up the Wenbi Pagoda (文笔塔) from which you can see the whole city, I recommend that you visit the area around the park, which is perhaps the most authentic in Shaoxing, where you can admire the architectural examples of homes of the lower Yang-tze region.

Huangjiu, the yellow liquor

Walking through the city streets you’ll see taverns and little grocery stores that sell bottles and jars of wine of every size, in fact one of the particularities of Shaoxing is the production of Huangjiu (黄酒), literally yellow liquor.

The Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into tweny four periods, and usually during the second half of November falls Lidong (立冬), that is, the beginning of winter. Lidong in Shaoxing coincides with the preparation of its famous liquor; throughout the city you can see the process of working and fermenting of rice, so if you can go during this period I would recommend visiting then.

Even if you can’t get to Shaoxing during Lidong it won’t be hard to come back with a bottle of Huangjiu, the best area to buy it is around Jishan Park, where you’ll find the liquor aged up to fifty years, but anywhere you go in the city you ‘ll see wineries big and small.

The story of Kong Yiji

Kong Yiji was a man of culture who studied the classics and tried to pass the imperial exams, but unfortunately wasn’t able to pass them and had nothing left to do but wander among the taverns of the village of Lu.

The story of Kong Yiji is told in an account of the same name published by Lu Xun in the collection To Arms! (呐喊) from 1922, and the same author said he was inspired by Shaoxing, his birth city, to describe the inns and streets of the village of Lu.

After about a century since publication Kong Yiji can still revive the same atmosphere; losing yourself in its alleyways, canals and taverns of the small but gracious city of Shaoxing.

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Shaoxing Travel Guide 2024

Shaoxing is located in the north-central of Zhejiang province between Hangzhou and Ningbo. When it comes to Shaoxing City (绍兴), the first thing that comes to mind is the Chinese literary giant Lu Xun, of course. The complex homeland love knot can be seen everywhere, from the Baicao Garden to the Sanwei Study Room, from Kong Yiji's fennel beans to the Shaoxing opera. This cultural ancient city, built in the Xia Dynasty, has a deep history of more than 2500 years. Her blood is the ancient canal in east Zhejiang, Kuaiji Mountain is her spine. This land gives birth to many eminent literary giants such as Qiu JIn, Cai Yuanpei, Zhou Enlai, etc., while black-awning boats, black felt hats, and dried pickled mustard are amorous feelings of Shaoxing. Compared with other water towns in Jiangnan, Shaoxing has more scholarliness and the fragrance of yellow wine.

Why Visit Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China

• Visit Former Residences of Historical Figures: There are so many former residences of famous people in Shaoxing and you don't need to look hard for them. They are scattered in the old streets and lanes of the city, such as the former residence of Xu Wei, Wang Xizhi, Lu Xun, Zhou Enlai, Qiu Jin, etc. Among them, the most worthy of a visit is the Green Vine Study of Xu Wei and Lu Xun's Hometown. The former residences of historic celebrities are like doors, which will give you an in-depth understanding of Shaoxing's customs, architecture, history and personalities of celebrities.
• Explore the History by Visiting Shaoxing Top 8 Historic Blocks: The rich cultural heritage of Shaoxing is just like yellow wine, which requires tourists to taste slowly. The history of Shaoxing is hidden quietly on the green slate road of old streets, on the stone bridges across the river, and in the old but vitality “Taimen”. After relaxing, you can take a walk in the eight historic districts of Shaoxing, including Yuezicheng Historical Block and Shusheng Hometown Historical Block, etc. Just across the street from the scenic spot, is where Shaoxing people enjoy a leisurely life with a slow rhythm. You will find that Shaoxing is much more than the hometown of Lu Xun.
• Take a Black-awning Boat and Enjoy Yue Opera Performing on Water Stage: As long as there is a wharf, you can step on the boat and start a black-awning boat trip at any time. If you want to watch the Yue opera, Lu Xun's Hometown or the Night in Shen Garden can all make you a feast for your ears, but only the East Lake Water Stage between the mountains and rivers can let you enjoy the two amazing experiences at the same time. It would be a quite memorable experience to sit on the boat and enjoy the local operas while drinking the yellow wine.
• Inside Each Gates of “Tai Men” are Hiding Interesting Stories of Shaoxing: In Shaoxing, all the houses that are more decent are called Tai Men, and often live in a family or clan. Walk several steps on Shaoxing old street, you will meet a Tai Men. There are a lot of people living in one Tai Men. The patio is a place where children play, neighbors chat and do household chores. At present, the largest Taimen in the ancient city of Shaoxing should be the Zhou-family Taimen Group in Lu Xun's hometown. If you like, you can also stay one night in the Taimen converted inn. It will give you a special experience.
• Shaoxing Delicious Yellow Wine, Salted Sausages and Duck: In the hometown of yellow rice wine, drinking a glass of yellow rice wine is an unmissable experience. Xianheng Hotel is certainly the best choice. However, if you care more about the atmosphere, go to Anchang Ancient Town during the last month of the lunar year. There are not only yellow rice wine but also salted sausages. Eat rice cakes, smoked sausage, salted duck with yellow wine and watch a local opera, which will freeze the strong festival atmosphere of Chinese New Year.

Top Attractions in Shaoxing, Zhejiang

To discover the historic, cultural and nature charm of Shaoxing, there are a series of famous attractions you can’t miss on your trip, including Lu Xun’s Hometown, Shen Garden, and Qingteng Study Room, etc. in the downtown area, and East Lake, Orchid Pavilion, Anchang Ancient Town and Wuxie, etc. in Shaoxing suburb.

Lu Xun’s Hometown

Lu Xun's Hometown (鲁迅故里) scenic spot is the place where Lu Xun and his family lived. There is not only the Xianheng Hotel mentioned in Lu Xun's article Kong Yiji , but also the famous Baicao Garden and Sanwei College, and other sites closely related to Lu Xun, such as Luxun Memorial Hall, Changqing Temple, etc.

Shaoxing East Lake

East Lake (东湖), one of the three famous lakes in Zhejiang Province. The ingenious combination of cliffs, caves, stone bridges and lakes, makes it become a famous garden. Although the east lake is small, but with the spectacular scenery formed by peculiar rocks and fancy caves, it’s recognized as a rare "wonder in lakes".

Influenced by the beautiful love story between Lu You and his cousin Tang Wan, Shen Garden (沈园) has now become “the love garden of Shaoxing”. One of the must-sees in Shen Yuan is a wall in the screen wall made of old bricks from the Song dynasty, Phoenix Hairpin by Lu You, which was written to memorize Tang Wan, and was engraved on the wall.

Orchid Pavilion

Orchid Pavilion (兰亭) was the place where the calligrapher Wang Xizhi of the Eastern Jin Dynasty wrote "the first script" - The Orchid Pavilion . Although the original script of Wang Xizhi is no longer here, it is still a poetic place with lush forest and bamboo, you may have a glimpse of the comfort of ancient literati.

Bazi Bridge

Bazi Bridge (八字桥) has been praised as “the oldest overpass in China”. The shape of the bridge is like the character “八”, cleverly connecting the three converged rivers. The design of the Bazi bridge conforms to the layout of streets and houses in Shaoxing old city, and makes good use of the terrain.

Qingteng Study Room

Qingteng Study Room (青藤书屋) is the residence of Xu Wei, one of the three scholars in the Ming Dynasty. Compared with the downtown area not far away, it is like a Zen paradise. After purifying by the Tianchi Pond and ivy, the study room can be described as “spotless”, just like the house owner Xu Wei himself.

Anchang Ancient Town

The simple and elegant Anchang Old Street (安昌古镇) was built along the river hundreds years ago with the characteristics of water towns. Over 1000 years’ folk customs of Shaoxing are mostly preserved and continued here. Strolling along Anchang old street in the middle of winter, you can sense more about the jubilation and peacefulness of locals.

Kuaiji Mountain (会稽山·大禹陵) is a spiritual place of worship, surrounded by green trees and glazed tiles on red walls, showing the veneration of Da Yu by posterity. The whole mausoleum and temple were built along the mountain with a beautiful natural environment. Walking into the forest, you can hear birds’ singing and feel the wind’s blowing, very poetic.

Luodai Ancient Town is the largest and best preserved ancient town for Hakka people, located 20 km from downtown Chengdu.

Featured Shaoxing Activities

As a famous cultural city for many years in China, Shaoxing offers many interesting activities for you to have fun. Taking a black-awning boat, watching classic Yue opera, tasting local food and attending local featured festivals will all enrich your Shaoxing trip.

The black-awning boat is a unique water transportation tool in Shaoxing. A trip to Shaoxing without taking a black-awning boat is like a trip to Venice without taking a Gondola. Riding a swinging boat and shuttling in the waterway, is the best way to enjoy the harmonious scenery of small bridges, streams and local residences.

Performance

Shaoxing is the hometown of Yue opera, so when you come to Shaoxing, listening to the authentic Yue Opera should not be missed. Yue opera, also known as Shaoxing opera, is the second largest opera in China. Yue operas are mainly based on the theme of "talented scholars and lovely ladies", mainly sung with a beautiful voice and a moving performance.

Shaoxing is not only famous for its yellow rice wine, traditional Shaoxing dishes and local snacks also have attracted countless gourmets from all over the world. Preserved Vegetable Roast Meat, Deep-Fried Fermented Tofu, Beans Flavored with Fennel, etc. are all famous local foods. Xianheng Hotel is the top recommended place to try local dishes.

Local Festival

Shaoxing has many local featured festivals, such as The Twelfth Lunar Month Festival held in Anchang Ancient Town, Calligrapher Festival held at Orchid Pavilion Scenic Spot, Lu Xun Culture & Art Festival and Shaoxing Yellow Wine Festival held at Shaoxing Downtown, etc.

Shaoxing Weather & Best Time to Visit

Shaoxing is located in the subtropical monsoon climate zone with four distinct seasons. The climate is mild, wet and rainy. It has an average annual temperature of 16.4℃ and an average annual rainfall of about 100mm. In spring, the temperature rises gradually. The rainfall is increased in spring and the weather changes greatly. The plum rainy season in Ningbo occurs from mid-June to early July , with relatively concentrated rainfall and often accompanied by heavy rains. After the Plum Rain, the hot summer begins. Ningbo summer is featured with sunny weather, high temperature and strong sunlight, which might cause local drought occasionally. In autumn, the temperature falls gradually, usually after rain. Most of the time, the air is fresh and cool. However, the city might be affected by the typhoon in October , accompanied by strong wind and heavy rain. Winters in Ningbo are cold and dry with stable weather.

The best seasons to visit Shaoxing are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the temperature is warm and the UV is not so strong. There are also many local festivals held during this time. It is recommended to take your rain gear if you visit Ningbo from June to August, and sunglasses as well as sun cream in summer.

Shaoxing Transportation: How to Get to/around Shaoxing

How to Get to Shaoxing

Shaoxing has no airport but is well connected with other cities in Zhejiang province and main destinations in China by high-speed train and coach. Shaoxing is about 60km southeast from Hangzhou - the capital of Zhejiang, about 110km west from Ningbo and about 200km southwest from Shanghai.

There is no airport in Shaoxing. However, Shaoxing is only about 40km away from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. There are direct buses to Shaoxing from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport from 7:00-20:00, and the bus leaves every 50-60 minutes.

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There are 4 train stations in Shaoxing, which are Shaoxing North Railway Station, Shaoxing Railway Station, Shaoxing East Railway Station and Zhuji Railway Station. Among which, North Railway Station is the high-speed train station in Shaoxing, which has many daily trains from Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Xiamen, Ningbo, Wuhan, Changsha, etc. Shaoxing North Railway Station (绍兴北站) is about 15km north from Lu Xun’s Hometown, which takes 50 minutes by car and about 1 hour by BRT Line 1.

Another frequently used train station is Shaoxing Railway Station (绍兴站), it’s also the only train station located in the city center, only about 2.5km from Lu Xun’s Hometown. However,only normal trains would stop at this railway station.

There are 3 bus stations in Shaoxing downtown. The inter-provincial and inter-city long-distant buses are all depart from Shaoxing Passenger Bus Center (绍兴客运中心), you may take buses to major cities like Shanghai, Beijing, Tianjin, etc. and Chinese provinces like Jiangsu, Anhui, Fujian, Sichuan, Guangdong, etc. For those who are only transfer in the city or in Zhejiang province, may take buses at the Shaoxing East Bus Station or Shaoxing West Bus Station.

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Getting Around Shaoxing

Taxies, public buses, BRT and other city vehicles like public bicycle, human tricycle and black-awning boat are very convenient to take you to where you want to go here in Shaoxing downtown. However if you want to visit the East Lake, Orchid Pavilion, Kuaiji Mountain and Anchang Ancient Town in suburb, you are recommended to book a private car service in advance.

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To get rid of the troubles of making busy transfers at Shaoxing city, you are highly suggested to use our private transfer service. Once you travel with us, our local driver can escort you from the airport/train station/hotel to the tourist sites in Shaoxing in ease and convenience. If you are interested, please  feel free to contact us .

Shaoxing Accommodation & Where to Stay in Shaoxing

Even the urban area of Shaoxing is not large, you can still find all kinds of accommodate from luxury 5-star hotel to cozy 3-star hostels and inns. Most Tourists will choose to stay in the city center. Lu Xun's Hometown Scenic Area, as well as Renmin Road, Jiefang Road, Shengli Road and Yan 'an Road are all included in the city center area. Besides, tourists can also choose hotels around the City Square and around Shaoxing Railway Station.

Top Recommended Hotels in Shaoxing:

• Xianheng Hotel  (咸亨酒店) ★★★★★
• Address : No.179 Luxun Middle Street, Yuecheng District, Shaoxing (绍兴市越城区鲁迅中路179号)
• Shaoxing Laotaimen Luxun Native Place Youth Hostel  (绍兴老台门鲁迅故里国际青年旅社) ★★★★★
• Address : No.558 Xinjian South Road, Yuecheng District, Shaoxing (绍兴市越城区新建南路558号)

Useful Shaoxing Maps

Here we list some very useful maps about Shaoxing City for your reference. You can feel free to use them if you want to know the location, transportation and attractions of Shaoxing through maps.

Shaoxing China Map

Shaoxing Tourist Map

Shaoxing Transportation Map

Other nearby Destinations

After a Shaoxing tour, you can take a bullet train to Shanghai, Hangzhou, Huangshan, Suzhou, Ningbo, Jiaxing, Yuyao to find more interesting attractions. Also, you can go to the sacred Putuo Mountain in Zhoushan to feel rich Buddhist culture. Discovery now!

Chinese Name: 绍兴

Chinese Pinyin: shào xīng

Population: 5057 thousand

Language: Mandarin & Shaoxing Dialect

Tel Code: 0575

Zip Code: 312000

Time Zone: (UTC+8)

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You can spend 1~2 days in Shaoxing to see all the classic attractions such as Lu Xun’s Hometown, Shen Yuan, Shaoxing East Lake, etc.

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“Sanxing” – The Trinity of Luck and Happiness in Chinese Culture and Feng Shui

• 17 January 2024
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Three deities known as “Sanxing” are the Chinese god of luck. When these three luck deities are displayed in your house or business, they offer wealth, prosperity, and longevity luck.

“Sanxing” is a combination of San (three) and Xing (stars). The three members of the trinity are the God or “Star” of wealth or blessings (fuxing 福星), the God of prosperity (luxing 祿星), and the God of longevity (shouxing 壽星). They are shown as a trinity in a single artwork or drawing or as three individual figures.

Each of the three gods (Sanxing) is in charge of a certain luck that Chinese astrology employs to determine a person’s fate in life.

Fu represents good fortune and harmony; Lu represents authority, power, and wealth; and Shou represents excellent health and longevity.

The Origin of the Three Gods: Fu, Lu, and Shou

The religious movement of master Zhang Daoling, who lived during the late Han period (206 BCE–220 CE), is where the idea of three gods called “Celestial Functionaries” (sanguan 三官) came from. Heaven, Earth, and water were all administered by the three celestial ministers. The Minister of Heaven (tianguan 天官) was thought to give prosperity; the Minister of Earth (diguan 地官) was thought to bring amnesty from punishment; and the Minister of Water (shuiguan 水官) was thought to deliver help in difficult circumstances.

These three deities subsequently evolved into the “three stars” or “Sanxing,” which symbolize fortune, wealth, and longevity.

These three gods (or stars) were initially depicted as old wise men during the Ming dynasty . In Chinese society, the term often serves to describe the three things that make a good life.

Don’t be confused; they can frequently be referred to in a variety of ways.

• The three stars
• Three gods of luck
• Fuk, Luk, Sau
• Fu, Lu, Shu
• Three wealth gods
• Three wise gods
• The lucky immortals

A good life is characterized by fortune, wealth, and longevity. Throughout Asia, the figurines are frequently preserved in people’s homes, with little offerings placed in front of them. Almost always, you can find them in shrines and temples.

Additionally, they are traditionally arranged from right to left, just as Chinese characters are written from right to left. Fu is on the far right, Lu is in the middle, and Shou is on the far left.

Regarding their origins, each of the three deities has a unique and intriguing story. Here are some of the most well-known.

The Legend of Fu- The God of Blessings

The legend narrates the story of Xang Cheng , a government official who served as governor of Daozhou Prefecture (道州) during the Tang Dynasty (618–907) and went by the names Yang Gong 楊公 or Yang Cheng 楊成.

He lived in a village with midgets or small people. At that time, the emperor found midgets entertaining, and he ordered them to be brought to his palace annually for his amusement. These peasants were not permitted to return home.

When Xang Cheng heard that the midgets were unhappy, he did something very brave and almost impossible.  With great faith, he wrote a letter that persuaded him to stop taking the little people from their homes. The emperor realized Yang’s point of view and ordered that all midgets be returned to the prefecture to live with their loved ones.

Another story involves a businessman named Zhang , who provided meals to those in need. The god of wealth and the deity of good news, upon hearing this, made the decision to come to see him and bestow their blessings. Surprisingly, Zhang declined to open the door for them. The god of happiness then arrived, and Zhang cheerfully opened the doors for the gods. He reasoned that without happiness, wealth, and good news would be nothing.

Xang Cheng was eventually immortalized as Fu Xing. The star god of happiness, wealth, and good fortune.

In actuality, the Fu star refers to Jupiter (suixing 歲星 ). It is worth noting that the worship of the deity of wealth was initially intended for this star. However, through time, it eventually developed into a human image that might bring people good fortune. It stands for the five good things that can happen to a family: long life, wealth, status, peace and happiness, and many children. 

Identifying Fu

The God of Blessings is usually shown in scholar’s attire, carrying a scroll on which the character “Fu” is sometimes inscribed. He might also appear holding a child in his arms or surrounded by kids. The scroll represents education and knowledge. The child is a sign of good fortune passed down from generation to generation. He has a lengthy beard and a bright, joyful face.

A mountain of gold and silver is sometimes represented over his head, along with the character for “fortune” (fu 福 ). Because of a wordplay between the Chinese words for “prosperity” (fú 福) and “bat” (fú 蝠), the God of Wealth is occasionally accompanied by a bat .

The Legend of Lu – The God of Prosperity and Status

The God of Status and Prosperity is connected with Immortal Zhang (張仙) , who was most likely the same person as Zhang Xian (張仙) , who lived in Sichuan during the Five Dynasties period (五代 907-960), resided on Mt. Qingcheng, and cultivated the Dao.

The most well-known Zhang tale involves an emperor of Shu, Meng Chang, and his concubine, Huarui. According to legend, Meng drew an image of himself as an archer and gave it to Lady Huarui. When the Song dynasty later took over his country, he surrendered and saved his life. Nonetheless, he died a week later for no apparent cause.

Huarui was thereafter taken under the care of Song’s ruler as his personal concubine. Huarui put Meng’s portrait on the wall because she still loved him. When the emperor questioned her about it, she said it was the image of a fertility deity named Zhang Xian who would give them sons. He was overjoyed to hear this and began to worship the deity in the hopes of having sons.

Time passed with no evidence of Huarui being pregnant. He then had a dream in which Zhang explained why he has yet to have children. When the emperor awoke, he ordered the creation of additional Zhang paintings, and the people immediately started to worship him.

According to legend, Lu Xing corresponds to the constellation of the six stars of the Wenchang Palace (文昌宮宫), which houses the god who oversees access to governmental offices.

The word lu 祿   literally means “register,” referring to the list of government officials who would be paid. In this sense, the term lu refers to the social position of a government official rather than the amount of money he receives.

Lu Xing gained popularity among ordinary people and intellectuals during the development of the Imperial Examination, a Chinese civil service recruiting technique and education system. It was exceptionally difficult for regular people to become court officials during this time period; therefore, Lu Xing became a deity to whom most examinees would pray for blessing.

Identifying Lu

In popular art, the God of Prosperity is shown wearing the robes of a ministerial vice director and with a peony bloom on his head, which represents prosperity. He normally wears a hat with two distinct flaps on both sides.

His personal symbols are the Ru Yi scepter and a gold bar . You could come across some sculptures of him holding both. The gold bar is an evident sign of success through income, stable work, or any other source of money, and the Ru Yi scepter is a traditional feng shui career remedy.

Sometimes carries a baby or holds a small child’s hand. The image of the God of Status is sometimes accompanied by a deer, or the painting is engraved with the word for deer, which is a wordplay as “deer” (lù 鹿) and “status” (lù 祿) are pronounced the same way.

The Legend of Shou – The God of Longevity

The God of Longevity is shown as an elderly man, and so is also known as:

• “Old Guy Longevity Star” (Shouxing lao’er 壽星老兒 )
• “Old Immortal of the South Pole” (Nanji xianweng 南極仙翁)
• “Old Man from the Southpole” (Nanji laoren 南極老人 )

The tale of Shou goes as follows. A young couple was enjoying the south pole star in the night sky when it suddenly vanished. The lady subsequently discovered she was pregnant and speculated that it had something to do with her experience observing the night sky. Then, in a dream, the unborn child told her that he would only be born 10 years later. She began to believe that dream after the baby did not arrive in this world after 10 months.

Because she was pregnant for such a long time, she began to seek explanations in her dreams. Then she discovered that the baby will be delivered when the stone lion’s eyes turned red. Later, when she began to understand, she painted the stone lion’s eyes with pig’s blood.  Shou Xing was eventually born. However, because he did not go through the entire incubation period of ten years, he was born permanently bald. This was the cause of his distinctive baldness and peculiar forehead shape.

His old look was explained by the fact that he traveled into the mountains to meditate. Then, several decades later, he reappeared with a walking staff, a gourd, and the peach of longevity. By this point, all of his earthly friends had died, and the only people he encountered were the great great grandchildren of others in his age group. This is why he looked so old. He’d turned into an immortal deity.

There is also a renowned story about a young boy named Yan Chao who was predicted to have a short life by a prominent fortune teller named Guan Lu from the State of Wei. Yan was then told to bring food and drink into the forest to serve two elderly men who were playing chess. The two wise men were revealed to be the north pole’s and south pole’s star gods. In return, San Xing extended Yan’s lifespan to 90 years, the age at which Yan died.

The god of Shou has the ability to determine when each individual would die. He determines how long each individual will live in advance. As a result, people pray to him for a long life.

The god is represented by the heavenly constellations jue 角 and kang 亢 . It was thought that if this constellation was visible, the earth would be at peace. Because of this, offerings have been made to this star deity from ancient times, both at the palace and among ordinary people.

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Identifying Shou

The God of Longevity is shown as an elderly guy with a towering head, long ears, and a long beard , but with the face of a youthful man. He bears a staff made of peach wood and holds the peach of immortality.

His peach is supposed to originate from the Holy Peach Garden of the goddess Xi Wangmu (Queen Mother of the West and wife of the Jade Emperor). Some statues show Shou holding a Wu Lou , the health-giving gourd filled with the Elixir of Life. He frequently rides a deer, occasionally a crane , and is accompanied by a little boy with a peach.

Shou Xing is the most well-known of the three stars, and he frequently stands alone.

Feng Shui and the Three Stars Gods “Sanxing”

The “Three Stars Gods” or “Three Immortals” are a traditional feng shui cure used to improve health, wealth, and success in one’s life.

They can be referred to as Fu Xing, Lu Xing, and Shou Xing separately, with “Xing” meaning “star.” Though they are rarely worshiped, their presence is thought to bring good luck, therefore they may be found in the majority of Chinese houses. Each deity carries a symbolic object, and the three deities are always seen together.

It is said that facing the dining table will offer an abundance of benefits, whilst facing the office will provide authority, prosperity, fame, and abundance.

Placement of Three Stars Gods “Sanxing”

The three immortals can be used to provide fortune, prosperity, and longevity. You can select from a number of key positions. Don’t overdo with more than one set of gods because you don’t want to seem greedy to the gods.

Although Fu, Lu, and Shou are not gods to whom prayers are offered, they are nonetheless highly regarded and employed respectfully in feng shui applications.

The three figures of Fu, Lu, and Shou are always put next to each other, never apart, and in a certain order. All three gods must face forward. Traditionally, they are positioned from right to left, with Fu to the viewer’s right, Lu in the middle, and Shou on the far left.

Since the 3 stars (sanxing) are gods, they should be placed according to the usual rules for worship figures.

• This indicates that you should not confront them directly.
• Wherever you set them, there should be a backing for support.
• Since they’re gods, they operate better on a high shelf at least 3 feet above the ground.
• They should be in a prominent, high-energy spot to promote unity and good fortune to everybody.
• Businesses should display Fu Lu Shou in areas where customers interact, such as a reception desk or a manager’s office.
• If they are set on altars, they should be facing the main door or out into the heavens via the windows.
• They should not be exposed to bad or harmful energy (sha chi).

There is no particular area of a house where the trinity should be placed because it covers luck for every aspect of life.

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East Sector

The East represents your health luck sector. This is a great spot for Fu, Lu, and Shou in your house or business. The three immortals should always be facing in, never out.

Northwest Sector

Your mentor’s luck sector is in the northwest. The three immortals are frequently positioned in this area to help you with your profession and life. If you’re experiencing problems growing in your job, “Sanxing” can help you connect with a beneficial mentor.

Dining Room

Figurines of the three-star gods watching over the dinner table can help bring fortune and harmony to the family. They can be displayed on a sideboard or china cabinet. If you use a painting, hang it on the east wall for good health. The three immortals should face the dinner table in order to bestow their blessings on the meal and your family.

The Living Room

If you decide to put the “Sanxing” gods in your living room, there should be a solid wall behind them. Place them on a table with at least three feet of distance between the tabletop and the floor. This height demonstrates respect for the deities. You can use a shelf for a display if it is at least three feet from the ground and has a solid wall behind it.

They are most effective in the office when put behind the chair, against the wall. The deities should be placed high enough so that they can keep an eye on you at all times. This is to ensure that you have their support while carrying out your duties.

If you can’t put the three immortals behind your desk, put them in the northwest corner, facing your desk.

Additionally, they are frequently utilized as stand-alone display objects.

Fu , for example, is the deity of joy. He is frequently shown in paintings or sculptures with symbols of happiness such as calligraphy or the mystic knot. He would surely be best placed in the house’s relationship sector.

Lu is the deity of prosperity, hence he is associated with wealth. For this reason, drawings of this god frequently include gold ingots. His ideal location would be in the sector of wealth.

As the deity of longevity, Shou is all about having excellent health and living a long life. It’s no wonder that he’s frequently accompanied by symbols of longevity like pine trees and cranes. The placement would definitely be best in the health corner.

What to Avoid When Displaying Stars Gods (Fu, Lu, and Shou)

• When putting Star Gods, you should use the same feng shui principles as when placing other deities.
• Never put the three immortals facing out of a room; always put them facing in.
• Never place the three immortals against a door or window.
• The three immortals should never be kept in the kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom.
• Never, ever put Fu, Lu, or Shou on the floor.
• Never position Fu, Lu, or Shou so that they are facing a bathroom, a bedroom, or a kitchen.

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The “Sanxing” trinity of gods, which consists of the deity of Wealth Blessings (Fu), the God of Prosperity (Lu), and the God of Longevity (Shou), is the representation of the Chinese deity of luck. When these three gods are shown in homes or workplaces, good fortune, wealth, and longevity are bestowed. Each god is linked to a certain type of good fortune, such as prosperity and harmony (Fu), power and money (Lu), and good health and long life (Shou).

The three gods have existed since the late Han dynasty, and since the Ming dynasty, they have been represented as humans. They are frequently maintained in houses, shrines, and temples since they are so highly respected in Chinese culture. Feng shui practitioners utilize the Three Star Gods as cures to address money, health, and prosperity issues.

Fu, Lu, and Shou should be positioned in a prominent, high-energy area when they are all together, and they should be put in a certain order. In general, the Three Stars Gods represent the qualities of a happy life and are thought to bestow luck and blessings on people who display them.

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Applying for a visa for Luxembourg

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The conditions to enter and stay in Luxembourg do not only depend on the length of the planned stay and the country of residence , but also on the country of origin of the foreign national who is making the request.

• List of countries whose citizens require a visa
• List of countries whose citizens are exempted from the visa requirement
• List of non-EU countries having a visa facilitation agreement with the EU

To apply for a visa, you need a valid passport that is valid for at least 3 months beyond the expiry date of the visa you are applying for. However, if the applicant's passport is due to expire in less than 6 months, it is advisable to apply for renewal before entering Luxembourg.

Applications may be submitted no earlier than six months and no later than 15 days before the start of the planned trip.

Duration of stay

Russian nationals require a visa to enter or pass through a country in the Schengen area.

Depending on the reason for their visit, they will need

• either an airport transit visa (A visa) to cross the international zone at airports, but which does not allow entry into Schengen countries
• or a short-stay visa (Schengen visa, C visa) to transit through or stay in the Schengen area for a continuous or interrupted period of no more than 90 days within each 180-day period for the purposes of:

tourist or family visits;

business trips (visiting business partners, negotiating and concluding contracts, etc.);

attending conferences (lecturers and university professors), exhibitions, fairs or shows;

attending board meetings and general meetings;

providing services within the same group of companies, etc.

• or a long-stay visa (National visa, D visa) for :

the holder of a temporary residence permit;

the holder of a work permit for paid employment;

joining a family member who is an EU citizen.

Country of residence

Applications for Schengen visa (C) to Luxembourg from persons residing on the territory of the Russian Federation should be submitted to the Consulate of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in Moscow.

Applications from persons residing in neighbouring countries should be addressed to the Luxembourg consular representation in the country concerned:

• For people residing in Armenia : Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Yerevan
• For people residing in Azerbaijan : Embassy of the French Republic in Baku
• For people residing in Belarus : Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Minsk
• For people residing in Kazakhstan : Embassy of Austria in Astana
• For people residing in Georgia : Royal Netherlands Embassy in Tbilisi
• For people residing in Uzbekistan : Embassy of the French Republic in Tashkent

The Consulate reserves the right to reject an application that does not fall within its territorial jurisdiction.

Applications for national visas (D) , including all nationality or country of residence, should be addressed to the Consulate of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in Moscow.

• Short-stay visa (Schengen visa, C visa)
• Long-stay visa (National visa, D visa)