Vibrant Lantern Festival Lights Up Qionghai, Hainan
Residents of Qionghai, Hainan Province are preparing for the Lantern Festival by crafting vibrant lanterns, set to illuminate a market fair and showcase the island’s cultural heritage.
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Langzhong: Exploring the Birthplace of China’s Spring Festival Culture
Discover Langzhong Ancient City in Sichuan Province, the birthplace of China’s Spring Festival culture and a living museum of over 2,300 years of history.
Tangyuan: A Sweet Tradition Celebrating Togetherness in Chinese Culture
Tangyuan, a traditional glutinous rice dessert, symbolizes togetherness and sweet wishes in Chinese culture, especially during the Lantern Festival and other significant occasions.
China Illuminated: Lantern Festival Lights Up the Nation
China celebrates the Lantern Festival, marking the end of Lunar New Year. Lanterns, dragon dances, and sweet rice balls embody 2,000 years of tradition, reflecting the nation’s rich cultural heritage.
Taiyuan’s Giant Dragon Lantern Set to Illuminate the Night for Lantern Festival
Ahead of the Lantern Festival on February 24, Taiyuan’s 126-meter-long giant dragon lantern installation is ready to dazzle visitors.
Henan Museum Showcases National Treasures Amid Spring Festival Rush
The Henan Museum welcomes about one hundred thousand visitors during the Spring Festival, showcasing over 170,000 cultural relics including the renowned “Fu Hao” owl-shaped bronze zun.
Xinjiang Artisan Brings Regional Stories to Life Through Paper-Cutting
Artisan Wang Ge in Urumqi brings Xinjiang’s stories to life through intricate paper-cutting artwork, preserving and sharing the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Lantern Festival Treats Delight Animals at Chongqing Theme Park
Chongqing’s Loca Joy Animal Theme Park celebrates the Lantern Festival by treating animals like giant pandas and elephants to special meals, delighting visitors and highlighting Chinese traditions.
Harbin’s Ice and Snow Festival Breaks Records, Boosts Winter Tourism
Harbin’s International Ice and Snow Festival attracted record-breaking crowds this winter, with over 10 million tourists visiting the city, boosting winter tourism and setting new economic records.
Dayushan Island Villagers Transform Ocean Debris into Sustainable Art
Villagers on Dayushan Island in Fujian Province are transforming washed-up boat wood and old fishing gear into practical decorations, blending sustainability with creativity and enriching their community.
Exploring Nanhua Temple: A Timeless Buddhist Sanctuary in Southern China
Discover Nanhua Temple in Shaoguan, Guangdong Province—a historic Buddhist sanctuary dating back to 502 AD. Explore its ancient architecture, cultural treasures, and serene landscapes attracting visitors worldwide.
Exploring Wulin Village: A Living Museum of Architectural Heritage
Boasting over 600 years of history, Wulin Village in Fujian Province impresses visitors with diverse architectural styles, including traditional Minnan, Gothic, and Romanesque, making it a living architectural museum.
Dragon Lanterns Illuminate Hangzhou’s Xixi Wetland Park for Lantern Festival
Dragon lanterns light up Hangzhou’s Xixi National Wetland Park, creating a vibrant atmosphere ahead of the Lantern Festival on February 24. The luminous display enchants visitors with traditional festivities.
Beijing’s Dragon Lantern Illuminates Snowy Shichahai During Year of the Dragon
A 200-meter-long dragon lantern illuminated Beijing’s Shichahai during the first snowfall of the Year of the Dragon, drawing residents and visitors to celebrate amidst the snow.
Binyang County Celebrates Vibrant Firecracker Dragon Festival
Binyang County in Guangxi celebrated the annual Firecracker Dragon Festival with 118 dragons parading the streets, showcasing a vibrant tradition that unites the community and preserves cultural heritage.
Record Visitor Numbers at Shaanxi History Museum During Spring Festival
During the Spring Festival, the Shaanxi History Museum welcomed around 125,000 visitors, highlighting the surge in cultural tourism across Shaanxi Province.
Gansu’s Wulan Ancient Town Shines Bright Ahead of Lantern Festival
Wulan Ancient Town in Zhangye, Gansu Province, shines brightly as it lights up ahead of the Lantern Festival, inviting visitors to celebrate the culmination of the Lunar New Year festivities.
Blue-Eared Pheasants Spotted in Snow at NW China’s Qilian Mountain National Park
Rangers at Qilian Mountain National Park in northwest China’s Gansu Province have recently spotted blue-eared pheasants in the snow, highlighting the park’s rich biodiversity and conservation success.
China’s Tourism Soars During Spring Festival, Nearing Pre-Pandemic Levels
China’s tourism industry saw a remarkable rebound during the Spring Festival holiday, with inbound and outbound trips nearing pre-pandemic levels and signaling a strong recovery in international travel.
Baotu Spring Park Illuminated by Spectacular Lantern Festival in Shandong
Baotu Spring Park in Jinan, Shandong Province, dazzles visitors with over 40 lantern installations and 25,000 meters of LED lights, creating a magical atmosphere for New Year festivities.