Ancient ‘Hu Xuan’ Dance Revives Cultural Dialogue in Dunhuang
A Tang Dynasty dance from Dunhuang’s caves sparks modern cultural revival and tourism interest while raising new historical questions.
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A Tang Dynasty dance from Dunhuang’s caves sparks modern cultural revival and tourism interest while raising new historical questions.
A 1,300-year-old mural in Tibet’s Potala Palace commemorates Princess Wencheng’s historic journey from Tang Dynasty China, symbolizing early cultural diplomacy.
A dancer’s disputed choreography leads to a mystical connection with ancient Dunhuang murals, sparking renewed global interest in Silk Road cultural preservation.
Dunhuang’s ancient Silk Road sites saw record tourism during China’s National Day holiday, with camel rides and desert adventures attracting global visitors.
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Explore Bosten Lake, China’s largest inland freshwater lake in Xinjiang, where golden sands meet crystal waters at the Dahekou Scenic Area. Discover nature’s harmony in this pristine landscape.
Explore Hetian, a desert oasis in Xinjiang where ancient Atlas silk weaving meets the legacy of the Kingdom of Khotan, blending history with modern resilience.
Explore Turpan’s ancient symbols—grapevines, karez canals, and the Twelve Muqam—revealing a civilization shaped by desert and oasis.
Discover Hetian, a Silk Road gem in Xinjiang, where ancient craftsmanship in Atlas silk and nephrite jade meets vibrant cultural traditions and agricultural bounty.
Discover Kashi, a timeless city in Xinjiang where ancient traditions and modern life intertwine, offering a unique cultural journey through millennia.
Explore Xinjiang’s Grand Bazaar in Urumqi – a vibrant fusion of Uygur traditions, architectural wonders, and culinary delights shaping cultural and economic exchanges.
Explore Xi’an’s 1,300-year-old Dayan Pagoda, a Tang Dynasty marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site embodying Silk Road history and Buddhist cultural exchange.
Ethnic communities in Gansu celebrated their shared heritage with traditional sports and cultural displays, highlighting unity along the historic Silk Road.
Artist Alice Chang transforms Ming Dynasty pottery shards from a historic shipwreck into modern sculptures, bridging Kuala Lumpur’s cultural past with its vibrant present.
Meet Xu Dongliang, the artisan safeguarding Xinjiang’s ancient murals for over 30 years, preserving Silk Road history for future generations.
As dawn breaks over Khiva’s Itchan Kala, traditional Uzbek dance breathes life into ancient Silk Road history at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.