Blessing Dishes and Elderly Care: Celebrating Chongyang Festival
Today marks the Chongyang Festival, a time-honored tradition focused on honoring the elderly with blessing dishes and heartfelt celebrations.
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Reviving Tradition: Dong Women’s Eco-Friendly Dyeing Techniques Illuminate Culture
Young Dong women are revitalizing their traditional indigo dyeing by exploring natural plant-based dyes, creating eco-friendly textiles that blend ancient craftsmanship with modern sustainability.
China’s Cultural Highlights: From Ancient Sichuan to Shanghai’s Fashion Runways
China’s vibrant cultural scene shines, from ancient architecture in Sichuan to performing arts’ resurgence, Shanghai Fashion Week’s talents, and a young linguist’s journey.
Suoyang City: A Journey Through Time on the Ancient Silk Roads
Discover Suoyang City, an ancient Silk Roads hub in Gansu Province, China. Explore its well-preserved military defenses, irrigation networks, and cultural relics, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2014.
Suoyang City: A Historical Gem on the Ancient Silk Roads
Explore Suoyang City, a remarkable historical site in China’s Gansu Province. Once a key hub on the ancient Silk Roads, it offers a rich tapestry of cultural and historical treasures waiting to be discovered.
Rome’s Ancient Appian Way Sees Renewed Interest After UNESCO Listing
Rome’s historic Appian Way experiences a surge in visitors after its addition to UNESCO’s World Heritage List, highlighting the ‘UNESCO effect’ on global tourism.
Rome’s Appian Way Sees Renewed Interest After UNESCO Listing
Rome’s ancient Appian Way sees renewed interest following its addition to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Reporter Giles Gibson explores whether the listing has boosted interest in the historic site.
Mountaintop Melodies: The Kam Grand Choirs of Huanggang Village
In Huanggang Village, young Dong singers of the Kam Grand Choirs gather each evening to share their joyful melodies, celebrating nature, work, and community through song.
Hong Kong Palace Museum Unveils ‘Origins of Chinese Civilization’ Exhibition
To mark the 75th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, the Hong Kong Palace Museum unveils ‘The Origins of Chinese Civilization,’ featuring over 100 artifacts spanning 5,000 years, including 16 national treasures.
Hong Kong Palace Museum Showcases “Origins of Chinese Civilization” in Landmark Exhibition
To mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, the Hong Kong Palace Museum unveils “The Origins of Chinese Civilization,” showcasing over 100 precious artifacts spanning 5,000 years.
Tan Dun Leads China National Symphony Orchestra in France Tour Kickoff
World-renowned Chinese composer and conductor Tan Dun leads the China National Symphony Orchestra to kick off their concert tour in France, promoting Chinese music on the global stage.
Asia’s Cultural Revival: From Chengdu’s Teahouse Traditions to European Adventures
Asia embraces tradition and exploration, from Chengdu’s teahouse to Chinese travelers heading to Europe during Golden Week. Discover how culture and travel are shaping the region’s global engagement.
China’s Cultural Renaissance: Chengdu’s Historic Facelift, Henan Tourism Boom, Wukong Craze, and Anime Dreams
China embraces a cultural renaissance as Chengdu’s historic buildings get modern makeovers, tourists flock to Henan during National Day, Wukong merchandise sales skyrocket, and an anime dream world opens in Chengdu.
China Sees Cultural Surge: Wukong Craze, Chengdu’s Heritage, and Henan’s Tourist Boom
China experiences a cultural surge as the hit game ‘Black Myth: Wukong’ spurs merchandise sales, Chengdu revitalizes historic buildings, and tourists converge on Henan during the National Day holiday.
Reviving Beijing’s Hutongs: The ‘Combined Community’ Campaign
Beijing’s ‘Combined Community’ campaign breathes new life into historic hutongs, preserving traditional neighborhoods while adapting them for modern living.
Chengdu Combines Tradition and Modernity at Century-Old Heming Tea House
Chengdu’s century-old Heming Tea House stands as a symbol of the city’s successful blend of tradition and modernity. Discover how this cultural gem connects the past with the present.
East Meets West: ‘Jiu Ge – Eros Athanatos’ Captivates Beijing Audience
A special concert titled ‘Jiu Ge – Eros Athanatos’ in Beijing blended Chinese classics with Greek mythology, setting a new precedent for erhu concertos.
Zhaoxing Dong Village: Embracing Traditions at the Drum Tower
Discover the heartbeat of Zhaoxing Dong Village, where the drum tower serves as a beacon of community and tradition, and elders gather to keep timeless customs alive.
Unveiling Leonardo’s Genius: Professor Martin Kemp Explores Da Vinci’s Cross-Cultural Legacy
Professor Martin Kemp delves into Leonardo da Vinci’s genius, uncovering cross-cultural parallels with Chinese painter Qi Baishi, and offers fresh insights into the Mona Lisa in an exclusive CGTN interview.
Leonardo da Vinci’s Legacy Bridged with Qi Baishi: Insights from Professor Martin Kemp
Professor Martin Kemp discusses Leonardo da Vinci’s genius in an exclusive CGTN interview, revealing cross-cultural parallels with Chinese painter Qi Baishi and bridging Western and Eastern art traditions.