Silk Road Film Festival Celebrates Animation Boom and Cultural Exchanges
From animation’s rise at the Silk Road Film Festival to Hangzhou’s creative boom, Asia’s cultural influence is soaring. Yet, debates over UNESCO listings show challenges ahead.
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From animation’s rise at the Silk Road Film Festival to Hangzhou’s creative boom, Asia’s cultural influence is soaring. Yet, debates over UNESCO listings show challenges ahead.
Discover how camels thrive in the Badain Jaran Desert, supporting local herders in Inner Mongolia and contributing to their livelihood.
Discover the 6,000-year-old rock paintings of the Mandela Mountains in Inner Mongolia, where ancient carvings reveal the rich lives of nomadic peoples.
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Badain Jaran Desert in north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, recently recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover the captivating world of Miao tin embroidery, where traditional craftsmanship meets modern aesthetics. This unique art form weaves flat pieces of tin into fabric, creating abstract geometric patterns rich with hidden stories.
Anyang unveiled six new travel routes to enhance tourism, bringing new vitality to this ancient city that once served as the capital of seven dynasties.
At the 11th Silk Road International Film Festival, the Belt and Road Film Cooperation Forum unites global film leaders to explore how cinema can bridge cultures and promote international collaboration.
Discover the rich heritage of Confucius’ hometown in Qufu, Shandong Province, during the 2024 China International Confucius Cultural Festival from September 27 to October 7.
Discover how China’s Neo-Confucian concept of the Heavenly Way is shaping its digital transformation and guiding the nation toward a harmonious and sustainable future.
Experience the transformative era of 1990s China through “The Gateway of Time,” an immersive journey back to a time of newfound prosperity and cultural change on the Chinese mainland.
Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, attended a vibrant cultural and sports exchange at Beijing No. 8 High School, emphasizing the importance of youth in China-U.S. relations.
The 7th Silk Road International Cultural Expo in Dunhuang united experts from Asia and beyond to explore the Belt and Road Initiative and promote global development through cultural exchange.
China’s recent cultural initiatives, from film festivals to inclusive art exhibitions, are fostering global collaboration and cultural exchange, highlighting the nation’s commitment to diversity and international partnership.
Special cultural events celebrating the upcoming 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China were held in Mexico City and Canberra, highlighting deepening international ties.
Discover the awe-inspiring Badain Jaran Desert in Inner Mongolia—a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its towering dunes and shimmering lakes, showcasing a unique landscape of natural wonder.
Uncover the secrets of the Badain Jaran Temple—the Forbidden City in the Desert—a 200-year-old Tibetan Buddhist temple built with materials carried across the desert by camels.
Cao Hongxia, a fifth-generation papercutting artist from Shaanxi Province, breathes new life into traditional Chinese art by infusing local customs and innovations into her intricate designs.
The 11th Silk Road International Film Festival has opened in Xi’an, celebrating cultural exchange and cinematic achievements along the historic Silk Road.
An astounding collection of gold treasures from the tomb of the Marquis of Haihun has been unveiled in Nanchang, offering a rare glimpse into the wealth of the brief-reigning Han Dynasty emperor Liu He.
Explore the intricate art of Miao embroidery, where tradition meets craftsmanship. Discover how Miao women weave nature, beliefs, and life stories into stunning cultural treasures.