Playing Cards in the Beijing Hutongs Video

Here is yet one more testament to the friendliness of the nation. Throughout China people can commonly be seen out on the streets playing mahjong, chess, cards, and other friendly games. This is commonly done by men and women, young and old. The goal is to socialize with friends and neighbors. And it appears that no gambling is usually involved, only pride is at stake.

Playing Cards (TIPS)

• Take a stroll off the main roads down residential streets and find many people playing cards on the sidewalks
• Playing cards on the street with friends at night is a common occurrence
• Most locals are very friendly if you start talking to them with the few Chinese words you know.
• Locals seem very open to teaching you some new Chinese words if you teach them some English at the same time
• Start conversation with them and they may invite you to join in on a game of cards

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