Deep-Sea Fahua Porcelain Jar Becomes Pride of Hainan Museum
A Fahua-colored and gilded porcelain jar recovered from the deep sea has become the new pride of the China Museum of the South China Sea in Hainan Province.
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How Jingdezhen’s Porcelain Crafted Global Connections Since the 16th Century
Teresa Canepa uncovers how Jingdezhen, the Ceramic Capital of China, connected the world with its exquisite porcelain, sparking a global craze for Chinese ceramics since the 16th century.
Silk Road Sunken Treasures: Unveiling China’s Maritime Heritage
Silk Road Sunken Treasures,” a new CGTN documentary, showcases China’s latest breakthroughs in deep-sea archaeology, revealing the hidden history of the Maritime Silk Road.”
Guarding the Ancient City: A Family’s Legacy at Jiaohe Ruins
Following in her family’s footsteps, Gulbakram Mumin is dedicated to preserving the ancient Jiaohe ruins in Turpan. As a cultural relics guardian, she shares the mysteries of this ancient city with future generations.
Three Generations Forge Green Barrier in Xinjiang, Keeping Deserts at Bay
Three generations of forest rangers in Xinjiang have built a 14 km wide and 180 km long green barrier between two deserts over 60 years, transforming the landscape and protecting the land.
After 60 Years, Xinjiang Border Guard Passes Torch to Daughter at Age 83
83-year-old Wei Deyou dedicated six decades to guarding China’s remote Xinjiang border. Facing harsh conditions, he now passes the torch to his daughter, continuing a legacy of service.
Digital Agriculture Transforms Tomato Farming in Xinjiang’s Yanqi Oasis
Technician Jin Zhenzheng leads a digital revolution in Xinjiang’s Yanqi oasis, mechanizing tomato farming on over 95% of arable land and transforming local agriculture.
Inheriting Devotion: Life Beside the Jiaohe Ruins
Following her family’s legacy, Gulbakram Mumin returns to Turpan to preserve the ancient Jiaohe ruins, sharing the mysteries of this historic city with future generations.
A Lightning Tour of Tianjin’s Cutting-Edge Smart Port
Explore Tianjin’s cutting-edge smart port in just one minute. Discover how this historic northern Chinese city blends rich maritime heritage with modern innovation, playing a pivotal role in global economic exchanges.
Playing Crane Game in the Deep-Sea: The Shenhai Yongshi’s Quest for Sunken Treasures
Discover the deep-sea adventures of the Shenhai Yongshi as it retrieves sunken treasures from the South China Sea. Dive into the upcoming documentary “Silk Road Sunken Treasures” premiering December 28.
Ming Dynasty Treasures Unearthed from South China Sea Shipwrecks Go on Display in Hainan
Over 400 Ming Dynasty relics recovered from shipwrecks deep in the South China Sea are now on display at the China Museum of the South China Sea in Hainan, unveiling a rich maritime history.
Underwater Neighborhoods: Sunken Treasures Nurturing Marine Life
Sunken treasures have become thriving marine ecosystems, creating underwater neighborhoods where history and nature blend. Discover how submerged relics nurture marine life beneath the waves.
Dreams Take Flight: Young Footballers in Taicang Embrace Sino-German Cooperation
Young footballers in Taicang pursue their dreams under German and Chinese coaches, as captured in the documentary ‘Dreams Take Flight’, highlighting deepening Sino-German cooperation.
Tianjin Port: Pioneering Innovation in Global Maritime Trade
Tianjin Port is revolutionizing global maritime trade through intelligent operations and logistics, establishing itself as a major player in the global landscape.
Ancient Maritime Treasures Resurface: Premiere of ‘Silk Road Sunken Treasures’
CGTN’s new documentary ‘Silk Road Sunken Treasures’ premieres on December 28, unveiling ancient artifacts recovered from the Maritime Silk Road that shed light on Asia’s rich history of trade and cultural exchange.
Unveiling the Sunken Treasures of the South China Sea
A modern deep-sea expedition in the South China Sea uncovers 500-year-old treasures from two lost voyages, revealing a rich history of trade and cultural connections along the maritime Silk Road.
Tianjin Port’s Salt Marshes Turn Red as Eco-Restoration Efforts Flourish
Tianjin Port’s innovative eco-restoration efforts have transformed its salt marshes into a vibrant red landscape, signaling a greener future for the bustling port.
Tianjin Port’s Salt Marshes Turn Bright Red in Eco-Restoration Effort
Tianjin Port’s salt marshes have turned a brilliant red as part of an eco-restoration project introducing seepweed. This initiative highlights the port’s dedication to environmental sustainability.
Tianjin Port Rolls Out Red Carpet with Eco-Restoration of Salt Marshes
Discover how Tianjin Port is leading environmental conservation by transforming its salt marshes with seepweed, turning beaches bright red and paving the way to a cleaner, greener future.
Tianjin Port’s Salt Marsh Blossoms Red in Eco-Restoration Effort
Tianjin Port turns its saline marshes into a vibrant red oasis through ecological restoration, leading the way to a greener future.