Cousins Reunite in Chengdu: Spicy Feasts, Pandas Mark Chinese New Year Celebration
A South African family’s Chengdu reunion blends hotpot feasts, panda encounters, and cross-cultural connections during Lunar New Year 2026.
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A South African family’s Chengdu reunion blends hotpot feasts, panda encounters, and cross-cultural connections during Lunar New Year 2026.
CGTN’s Ioana explores Sichuan’s ‘bashi’ lifestyle, blending panda encounters, ancient traditions, and modern wellness trends in a journey of cultural immersion.
China leads the way in wildlife conservation, with significant population increases in giant pandas, snow leopards, Asian elephants, and Tibetan antelopes, showcasing the nation’s commitment to preserving its rich biodiversity.
Chongqing Zoo delights giant pandas with fresh fruit and vegetable skewers, enhancing their diet and happiness.
Hong Kong’s Ocean Park welcomes its first locally born giant panda cubs, inviting the public to name the adorable twins.
Li Haoran, a young designer from Chengdu, breathes new life into traditional lacquerware by infusing panda-inspired designs, blending ancient craftsmanship with modern innovation.
As snow blankets Chongqing Zoo, pandas are frolicking in a winter wonderland, delighting visitors with their playful antics and reminding us of the simple joys found in nature.
Giant panda pair An An and Ke Ke made their public debut at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park, charming visitors after completing quarantine and settling into their new home. Their arrival brings the park’s panda count to six.
Giant pandas Gonggong and Shunshun celebrated their 11th birthday with custom-made cakes and joyful activities alongside visitors at the Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park and Botanical Garden.
San Diego Zoo’s panda pair from China to make their public debut on August 8. The pandas, part of a conservation effort, have been settling in since their arrival earlier this summer.
He Ye, one of the famous panda twins at Chengdu Research Base, was thought to be male. Recent checks revealed He Ye is actually female, adding a new twist to the twins’ remarkable story.
At the 31st World University Games in Chengdu, athletes are embracing pandas, spicy cuisine, and the warmth of locals. The event celebrates cultural exchange and unity under the theme “Chengdu Makes Dreams Come True.”