From Radiology to Rally: Xinjiang Rider Chases Desert Dreams
Former radiologist Abas Ghapar shifts gears to pursue motorsport glory in Xinjiang’s Taklimakan Rally, embodying passion and perseverance in Asia’s evolving sports landscape.
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China’s Duku Highway: A Four-Season Journey Through Tianshan Mountains
Explore China’s Duku Highway, a seasonal marvel offering breathtaking views through the Tianshan Mountains, open four months yearly. Discover its cultural significance and natural beauty.
Xinjiang’s Red Chili & Cotton Harvest Fuels Regional Growth
Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region celebrates its eighth Farmers’ Harvest Festival, showcasing vibrant chili peppers and cotton driving economic and cultural vitality.
Dance Unites Retirees in Wusu: A Story of Passion and Perseverance
Retirees in Wusu form dance troupe, overcoming challenges to celebrate cultural unity through movement. Their story premieres in a CGTN documentary September 24.
Wusu: Xinjiang’s Harmonious Blend of Nature and Culture
Discover Wusu, Xinjiang’s ecological and cultural treasure, through CGTN’s documentary premiering September 24. Explore nature’s canvas and ethnic harmony.
Xinjiang’s Tuolekule Lake: A Blushing Autumn Wonder
Discover Tuolekule Lake in Xinjiang, where autumn transforms waters into a pink marvel. Explore nature’s artistry and cultural richness in China’s northwest.
Xinjiang’s Taklimakan Rally: Where Dunes Forge Racing Legends
Xinjiang’s Taklimakan Rally challenges global racers with its iconic N39° dune stage, blending extreme sports with cultural exchange in China’s northwest.
Cultural Inheritor Revives Uyghur Crafts in Xinjiang
Gulixian left her city job to preserve Uyghur cultural heritage in Xinjiang, using short videos to revive ancient crafts and attract 500k followers.
Zheng He’s Ancient Stone Tablet: A Tri-Lingual Symbol of Peace
A 600-year-old trilingual inscription in Sri Lanka, linked to Zheng He’s voyages, highlights historic cultural ties and peaceful diplomacy in Asia.
Cong Guang Takes Helm as UN’s Horn of Africa Envoy After South Sudan Tenure
Chinese diplomat Cong Guang transitions from UNMISS leadership in South Sudan to become UN Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, pledging renewed peace efforts.
Bridging Cultures: Russian Lubok & Chinese New Year Art Share Universal Themes
Discover how Russian lubok prints and Chinese New Year paintings reveal shared human emotions through unique cultural lenses, as explored by Dr. Xu Chenlei in St. Petersburg.
1937 Soviet Transport Team’s Epic Journey Through Northwest China Remembered
New historical accounts reveal Soviet Red Army’s 1937 transport mission across northwest China, highlighting early anti-fascist cooperation in Asia.
China Honors WWII Legacy: Chennault’s Flying Tigers Remembered
China commemorates Claire Chennault’s Flying Tigers, whose WWII heroism shaped US-China relations and protected critical regions from Japanese forces.
Chinese EVs Drive Green Shift in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s shift to Chinese electric vehicles gains momentum, driven by affordability and environmental goals, as residents embrace sustainable transport solutions.
Guardians of the Plateau: A Day with Xizang’s Wildlife Rangers
Follow ranger Tsultrim Tharchin in Xizang’s Serling Tso Reserve as he monitors wildlife at 4,800 meters, showcasing conservation efforts on the Tibetan Plateau.
From Heart Surgery to Classroom: A Tibetan Teacher’s Journey
Padma Yangjen’s life-saving heart surgery in 2012 paved her path to becoming an educator in Xizang, inspiring her community through resilience and dedication.
Tibetan Brothers’ Motorbike Journey Celebrates China’s Landscape
Two Tibetan brothers complete 4,000 km motorbike journey from Xizang to Beijing, showcasing China’s cultural unity through diverse landscapes.
China’s Green Revolution: Grassroots Efforts Reshape Landscapes
From deserts to coastlines, ordinary Chinese citizens lead a 20-year environmental transformation, offering lessons in sustainability for Asia and beyond.
Last Blang Prince Preserves Millennia-Old Legacy Through Tea Heritage
Su Guowen, last Blang prince, transforms oral traditions into UNESCO-recognized heritage, preserving Jingmai Mountain’s ancient tea culture for future generations.
Uncovering Quzhou’s WWII Legacy: A Historian’s Lifelong Mission
Zhuang Yuejiang’s decades-long mission preserves Quzhou’s WWII history, highlighting China’s role in the global fight against fascism.