Wuxi’s Festive Streets Herald the Spring Festival Gala
As the Year of the Snake approaches, Wuxi’s festive streets celebrate joining the Spring Festival Gala as a host city.
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Dive into the rich cultural tapestry of Asia and beyond, featuring film, music, art, theater, and lifestyle trends that shape global culture.
Xiaonian Celebrations: Spring Cleaning, Fish Lanterns, and Record Movie Sales
Marking Xiaonian, families across the Chinese mainland embrace spring cleaning and honor the Kitchen God. Traditional crafts like fish lanterns are revived, and movie ticket pre-sales hit 300 million yuan.
Bridging Cultures: Chinese Vocational Education Transforms Rwandan Lives
China and Rwanda are bridging cultures through vocational education. Young Rwandans like Manishimwe are gaining valuable skills in China, bringing knowledge back to uplift their communities.
Qinhuai Lantern Festival Lights Up Nanjing with Splendor
The 39th China Qinhuai Lantern Festival has illuminated Nanjing, featuring 352 lantern installations across five areas. Blending tradition and modernity, the festival offers visitors an immersive cultural experience.
Tsinghua University’s Caravan Class: Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern Learning
Tsinghua University’s Caravan Class takes learning beyond the classroom, blending ancient Confucian wisdom with modern experiential education to deepen students’ understanding of cultural diversity.
Unveiling Suzhou’s Culinary Treasure: The Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish
Discover the rich history and cultural significance of Suzhou’s iconic squirrel-shaped mandarin fish, a dish that combines artistry and tradition.
Exploring ‘Human Becoming’: China’s Transformation Through Confucian Ideals
Discover how the first episode of ‘The Art of Harmony’ delves into China’s transformation through enduring Confucian ideals like self-cultivation and adaptability.
From Arts Student to Hanfu Pioneer: Meng Xiaoxia Revives Tradition in Shandong
Meng Xiaoxia, an arts graduate turned entrepreneur, leads a cultural revival in Shandong by pioneering the hanfu industry. Her dedication rekindles appreciation for traditional attire and Confucian values in modern society.
Chengdu’s Yidu E-sports Academy Combines Esports and Confucian Philosophy to Guide Youth
Yidu E-sports Academy in Chengdu is transforming gaming culture among youth by integrating Confucian philosophy into esports education, promoting positive growth and combating gaming addiction.
China Celebrates ‘Little New Year’ as Prelude to Spring Festival
China welcomes the ‘Little New Year’ on January 22 and 23, 2025, marking the beginning of the Spring Festival season with traditional delicacies and festive preparations across the nation.
Cartoonist Tsai Chih-chung Revives Confucian Wisdom Through Art
Cartoonist Tsai Chih-chung brings Confucian wisdom to life through art, making ancient teachings accessible and engaging for modern audiences.
China Kicks Off Festivities with ‘Little Chinese New Year’ Celebrations
China has begun its festive season with the celebration of Xiao Nian, or the ‘Little Chinese New Year’, marking the start of preparations for the upcoming Spring Festival, the most significant event in Chinese culture.
Embracing the Guardian Snake: A New Year Wish from Southern China
In southern China, the snake is considered the guardian of the home. Host Rachel introduces this ancient symbol and wishes everyone a safe and lucky Year of the Snake.
Rachel Weiss Welcomes Spring Festival with Vibrant Snake Painting
CGTN’s Rachel Weiss celebrates the Spring Festival with a vibrant snake painting, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune in Chinese culture.
Defying Martial Law: A 1981 Journey from Taiwan to the Chinese Mainland
In 1981, amid martial law in Taiwan, Tsai Fu-Hsiung journeyed to the Chinese mainland to visit Mazu’s temple in Fujian Province. His story bridges cultural divides and showcases enduring traditions.
A 40-Year Friendship Forged by Faith in Mazu Across the Taiwan Strait
Driven by faith in Mazu, Tsai Fu-hsiung from the island of Taiwan journeyed to Meizhou Island in 1981, forming a 40-year friendship that bridges the Taiwan Strait.
A 40-Year Friendship Across the Taiwan Strait: United by the Goddess Mazu
Tsai Fu-hsiung from the island of Taiwan formed a lasting friendship with a fellow Mazu devotee on Meizhou Island, Fujian Province, showing how shared faith transcends the Taiwan Strait.
Mazu Devotees Forge 40-Year Bond Across the Taiwan Strait
Discover how Tsai Fu-hsiung from the island of Taiwan forged a 40-year friendship with a fellow Mazu devotee across the Taiwan Strait, uniting people through shared cultural heritage.
A 40-Year Friendship Rooted in Mazu Devotion Bridges the Taiwan Strait
Tsai Fu-hsiung from the island of Taiwan forged a lasting friendship with a fellow Mazu devotee on Meizhou Island in Fujian Province, highlighting the enduring cultural ties across the Taiwan Strait.
A Bond Beyond Borders: The Enduring Friendship of Mazu Devotees Across the Taiwan Strait
A pilgrimage across the Taiwan Strait led to a 40-year friendship for Mazu devotee Tsai Fu-hsiung, demonstrating the enduring bonds of culture and faith.