Locations

Live the Language Mandarin School is headquartered in Beijing 北京 with courses also available in Tianjin 天津 and Chengde 承德.  In Northern China, Mandarin is used in general conversation, giving you plenty of opportunities to use your new language skills every day. While Mandarin is spoken for business and education in southern cities such as Shanghai, the prevalence of local dialects means practice outside the office or classroom is limited.

 

Beijing

The LtL main campus is conveniently located in the Central Business District (CBD) of Beijing. We are a 5 minute walk from the Dawanglu 大望路 subway stop on Line 1 and can also be easily reached by bus or taxi.

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Meaning “Northern Capital,” Beijing is filled with centuries of history and culture. It is also the origin point of standard Mandarin, the official dialect of China. This means that Mandarin is not only taught in schools but also spoken on the streets. Put your lessons to use as you visit ancient temples and modern marvels, truly experiencing both the past and future of this fascinating city.

Programs in Beijing include Small Group Classes, 1-on-1 Classes, Chinese Culture Classes, Homestays, Volunteering Programs and Internships.

One of Beijing’s most famous sites is The Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City. First completed in the 15th century, it was the residence of emperors from many different dynasties. Beijing also has many unique temples, from the iconic Temple of Heaven to the fascinating Dongyue Taoist Temple. If you’re an art lover, the 798 Dashanzi district houses modern art galleries, classical art museums and independent shops converted from old factories.

Interesting fact: While many people think of Shanghai as a city of commerce, only 5 Fortune 500 companies are headquartered there, while 41 are based in Beijing. This puts Beijing in the #2 spot internationally, and makes it an ideal place to intern or train in business Chinese.

 

Tianjin

Located on the Bohai Gulf, Tianjin is a coastal city home to the largest foreign concession preserved in China. Once the northern hub for foreign sea trade in China, it is again lively with new growth and exciting business ventures. Tianjin is known for its performances of Beijing Opera as well as humor and stand-up comedy.

Programs in Tianjin include 1-on-1 Classes, Chinese Culture Classes, Homestays and Internships.

Tianjin is a fascinating mix of traditional Chinese culture with international architecture and a modern business core. The Binhai New Area is a section of the city designated as an economic development zone and is home to offices for hundreds of major corporations. Enjoy a fresh 包子 (steamed bun) along the Tianjin Culture Street or take in a view of the city from the top of the downtown ferris wheel.

 

 

Chengde

The former summer residence of the Chinese Emperors, Chengde is a welcome reprieve from the hurried lifestyle of larger cities. Its location in the mountains outside of Beijing makes it an ideal retreat in warmer months and its ski resorts provide sport in the winter. Because there are very few foreigners in Chengde, it is the perfect place to immerse yourself in Chinese language and mingle with local residents.

Programs in Chengde include 1-on-1 Classes, Chinese Culture Classes, and Homestays.

If you can’t make it all the way to Tibet, the Potala temple in Chengde will give you a taste of Lhasa. Designed after the original, it was commissioned by the Qinglong Emperor in the 18th century. The Mountain Resort is also a beautiful site to visit both in summer and winter, and the mountains it was named for offer beautiful panoramas of the city.
 
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