News & Insights Across Asia
Dive into the rich cultural tapestry of Asia and beyond, featuring film, music, art, theater, and lifestyle trends that shape global culture.
Explore Shanghai’s Jade Buddha Temple with CGTN’s Qi Jie in our ‘Housed in Tradition’ series, uncovering how tradition and modernity blend in this bustling metropolis.
A landmark summit in Beijing has brought together over 400 cultural leaders from the Chinese mainland and Taiwan, emphasizing shared heritage and calling for strengthened cross-strait cultural exchanges.
Discover China’s timeless traditions from Shanghai’s century-old roads and Sichuan’s ancient crafts to vibrant festivals in Wuzhen and Nanxun, offering a captivating journey through the nation’s rich heritage.
Explore Asia’s vibrant cultural scene with visits to Shanghai’s Jade Buddha Temple, the Wuzhen Theatre Festival, cross-cultural exchanges in Shanghai, and Japan’s supernatural cat parade ahead of Halloween.
China and Russia celebrated 75 years of diplomatic ties with a cultural event in Kazan, highlighting their strong partnership and cultural exchange.
Shanghai’s Bailian Zhonghuan Commerce Plaza is embracing Halloween, enchanting shoppers with festive decorations, delightful pastries, and specialty products that celebrate the spooky season.
The 13th Zhengzhou International Wushu Festival opens in Dengfeng, China, drawing global martial arts enthusiasts to the birthplace of Shaolin Kung-Fu.
Chinese bass-baritone Shen Yang premiered “Sentiments: Autumn” by composer Yao Chen in Beijing, blending ancient Chinese poetry with Western classical music to bring Chinese culture to a global audience.
Renowned director Tian Qinxin reflects on the growth of the Wuzhen Theatre Festival over 11 years and shares her vision for China’s theatre industry and its cultural impact on the global stage.
A humble street vendor in New Delhi has become a local legend over 35 years, with his savory snacks drawing daily crowds and rumored to have made him a millionaire.
Parisian streets are transforming as Space Invaders-inspired art captures the imagination of locals, blending gaming nostalgia with urban creativity beyond the museums.
Discover how Japanese drummer Funky Sueyoshi pursued his rock ‘n’ roll dream in China, shaping the Chinese rock scene over his 34-year sojourn.
The third Montreux Jazz Festival China kicks off in Suzhou this weekend, uniting musicians from China and abroad to bridge East and West through music over three days of performances.
The world’s largest blue-and-white porcelain plate, the “Silk Road Legend,” was unveiled in Jingdezhen City, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the ancient Silk Road and Chinese ceramics.
Cusco’s Inti Raymi festival celebrates the Inca legacy of sun worship, highlighting a shared human connection to the sun across cultures.
Over 270 precious Greek relics have arrived at Beijing’s National Museum of China for an unprecedented exhibition running until June 2025, offering a unique journey through ancient Greek culture and history.
Experience the enchanting water opera at this year’s Wuzhen Theatre Festival, where timeless performances blend with the charming water town backdrop, creating a magical and diverse cultural event.
The Xiamen Philharmonic Orchestra’s symphonic drama “Kah Kee Letters · 2963” honors Tan Kah Kee’s 150th anniversary, celebrating his lasting legacy in education and philanthropy.
Exploring Asia’s rich cultural landscape, from Shanghai’s Jade Buddha Temple and the Wuzhen Theatre Festival to cross-cultural artistic collaborations bridging continents.
Agricultural festivals in Peru and China are boosting tourism and celebrating cultural heritage, from alpaca wool in Arequipa to sheep-shearing in Lankao County.
