News & Insights Across Asia
Join us on a journey across Asia and beyond, exploring vibrant cultures, cuisines, history, and breathtaking destinations.
An Anhui shopping mall unveils a spectacular multi-floor balloon dragon as China prepares for the Spring Festival and the upcoming Year of the Dragon. The installation brings festive cheer and cultural richness.
Recent snowfall in Xi’an has transformed the city’s ancient landmarks into winter wonderlands, drawing hanfu enthusiasts who bring history to life amid the snowy backdrop of iconic sites.
A floating fishing village in Lingshui County, south China’s Hainan Province, is flourishing thanks to tourism development, bringing new vitality to the traditional community.
Beijing’s 38th Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Festival dazzles visitors with over 200 ice sculptures, drone shows, and cultural performances amidst the stunning backdrop of Yanqing’s mountain peaks.
Zibo City, Shandong Province, lights up with a grand lantern festival showcasing over 60 large installations, welcoming the Spring Festival with cultural themes of heaven, earth, and humanity.
Giant ice sculptures of Asian Winter Games mascots Binbin and Nini are enchanting visitors in Harbin’s Laodaowai district, showcasing the city’s culture ahead of the 2025 games.
The Laba Festival, celebrated on the eighth day of the 12th lunar month, heralds the start of China’s Spring Festival preparations. Central to the festival is Laba congee, a hearty dish symbolizing prosperity.
Animals at Nantong Forest Safari Park in Jiangsu Province enjoy special meals for the Laba Festival, attracting visitors to witness this unique celebration.
China and France celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations, highlighting a rich history of cultural exchange. From the Eiffel Tower’s “Chinese Red” illumination to ongoing partnerships, the bond continues to grow.
Pu’er in southwest China, famed for its tea, is now captivating tourists with its thriving coffee culture, drawing visitors to its coffee gardens and innovative attractions like the Moon Meditation House.
Discover the ancient Margarya melanioides, a giant freshwater snail found only in China’s Erhai Lake, whose unique features and million-year history highlight Yunnan’s rich biodiversity.
Harbin introduced a dragon boat tug-of-war on the frozen Songhua River, blending tradition with winter sports as teams competed fiercely in this innovative event.
Despite originating from different cultures, China’s Lantern Festival and Switzerland’s Fasnacht Carnival share remarkable similarities in their celebrations, highlighting universal themes of unity and joy.
Members of the Hezhe ethnic group showcased their vibrant culture in Harbin, captivating tourists with traditional dances and performances amid the city’s winter tourism boom.
Following Harbin’s winter tourism frenzy, cultural and tourism departments across China are innovating to promote their local attractions, with Hebei leading the way through a surge in social media engagement.
Explore the Jingdezhen Imperial Kiln Museum and uncover China’s millennia-old pottery heritage, witnessing the artistry and craftsmanship that define the Porcelain Capital.
China has announced a unilateral visa-free policy for Switzerland, enhancing bilateral relations ahead of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
Discover how foods once thought to be imported are actually produced in northeast China, highlighting heartwarming exchanges between Heilongjiang and Guangxi.
Tourists in Harbin are flocking to Saint Sophia Cathedral and savoring cathedral-shaped cakes inspired by the architectural marvel, reflecting a blend of cultural heritage and culinary delight amid the city’s tourism boom.
Beijing’s Water Cube embraces the Year of the Loong with dazzling dragon-themed installations, combining traditional Chinese culture with modern design to celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year.