In China, uneven growth in officially registered worship sites and religious personnel

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August 24, 2023

1. Religious change in China

In China, uneven growth in officially registered worship sites and religious personnel

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In China, no clear evidence of rising religious (zongjiao) affiliation
Religious participation in China seems to be declining
Older Chinese adults slightly more likely to attend zongjiao activities and burn incense, but younger adults more likely to visit a site to pray for good luck
Sharp increase in Chinese visitors to tourist sites since 2010, including Buddhist sacred mountains
Older lady doing Tai Chi exercising at sunset.

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