Art exhibition held aboard China's Tiangong space station, and in Beijing, Macao

An art exhibition featuring the works of Chinese teenagers was simultaneously held Saturday on China's orbiting Tiangong space station, as well as in Beijing and Macao.

Date:2024-12-16

China-Cambodia cultural show celebrates people-to-people exchange year

The "Golden Promise 2024," a China-Cambodia cultural show, was staged here Sunday evening to celebrate the people-to-people exchange year, attracting hundreds of spectators.

Date:2024-12-16

Inheritor of tri-colored glazed pottery printmaking infuses creation into tradition

The tri-colored glazed pottery printmaking, or Sancai murals, is an intangible cultural heritage in Luoyang.

Date:2024-12-05

Chinese artist's journey into ancient Turkish art of paper marbling

Li Xintong's journey with Ebru, the ancient Turkish art of paper marbling, began in 2007 when she moved from the northwestern Chinese city of Xi'an to Istanbul.

Date:2024-12-05

500-year-old Chinese inscription unearthed in western Jerusalem

The earliest known Chinese inscription in the region, dating back about 500 years, was discovered in western Jerusalem, the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) said in a statement on Tuesday.

Date:2024-12-04

African teachers compete in Chinese language teaching skills competition in Tanzania

The Confucius Institute at the University of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania hosted the first local Chinese language teachers' teaching skills competition over the weekend, in which 20 African teachers f...

Date:2024-12-04

Traditional Chinese medicine overseas tour lands in Kathmandu

A traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) overseas tour was held in the Nepali capital on Tuesday, enchanting the Nepali audience with a variety of activities.

Date:2024-12-04

5-year-old Tanzanian girl follows in father's footsteps mastering Chinese kung fu

For Mariam Saidi Mfaume, a five-year-old Tanzanian girl, only the sky is the limit when she delves into the realm of kung fu, the Chinese martial arts, just like her father.

Date:2024-12-04

More Chinese youth embracing traditional culture: museum curator

Young people in China are increasingly gravitating toward traditional culture, Gao Zheng, curator of the National Museum of China, said on Tuesday.

Date:2024-12-04

At 5,000-year-old Liangzhu, mutual learning reinforces appreciation among civilizations

As a swarm of visitors was closely following their guide at a museum featuring rice-cultivating agriculture in late Neolithic China, professor Robin Coningham stopped in front of a rice harvester, ...

Date:2024-11-28

Mongolian ethnic attire weaves tradition, fortune tapestry

For Meng Genhua, a dedicated Mongolian ethnic attire artisan, her greatest joy has stemmed from seeing her business grow from a humble 20-square-meter workshop to a thriving 500-square-meter store ...

Date:2024-11-29

China's replica art village reinvents itself as original art hub

Dafen village, once known for mass-producing replica oil paintings, has transformed into a thriving arts hub in southern China, housing tens of thousands of artists and more than 1,000 art-related ...

Date:2024-11-29

China to hold int'l symposium on Sun Tzu's "The Art of War"

A symposium on Chinese ancient military strategist Sun Tzu and his renowned work "The Art of War" will be held in Beijing on Dec. 5 and 6, a Chinese defense spokesperson said Thursday.

Date:2024-11-29

"The Story of China" captivates Bulgaria with culture, opera, and poetry

It is hard to imagine that someone living on the other side of the world could be interested in your culture, inspired by just a handful of encounters. However, a series of activities in Bulgaria, ...

Date:2024-11-29

Macao inaugurates cultural heritage preservation center of Palace Museum

The Center of Preservation and Transmission for Cultural Heritage of the Palace Museum in Macao was inaugurated on Thursday, with a plaque unveiling ceremony co-hosted by Chief Executive of the Mac...

Date:2024-11-29

Traditional Chinese medicine finds new markets as herbal lattes, food products surge

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) products are expanding beyond pharmacies as businesses blend TCM with modern food and beverages.

Date:2024-11-28

Confucius Institute in Uganda celebrates 10th anniversary of establishment

The Confucius Institute at Makerere University, Uganda's premier institution, celebrated its 10th anniversary Monday, marking a decade of fostering cultural and linguistic exchanges between China a...

Date:2024-11-28

China builds over 9,100 intangible cultural heritage workshops to boost preservation, employment

China has built more than 9,100 intangible cultural heritage workshops nationwide, spanning over 1,721 county-level areas, according to a meeting held by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in Long...

Date:2024-11-28

Hong Kong rolls out blueprint to level up arts, culture, creative industries

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government on Tuesday unveiled its long-awaited Blueprint for Arts and Culture and Creative Industries Development, mapping out 71 measures cover...

Date:2024-11-28

Cultural and creative product industry prospers in China

After waiting in line for over two hours, Zhang Jiajia finally bought a refrigerator magnet launched by the Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum, which featured caisson ceiling, a Chinese architectu...

Date:2024-11-28

Mongolian ethnic attire weaves tradition, fortune tapestry

For Meng Genhua, a dedicated Mongolian ethnic attire artisan, her greatest joy has stemmed from seeing her business grow from a humble 20-square-meter workshop to a thriving 500-square-meter store ...

Date:2024-11-28

Gala for China's 12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities held in Sanya

The event commenced with a welcome ceremony and cultural fair at the Tianya Haijiao Scenic Area, where athletes and guests enjoyed vibrant performances of traditional songs and dances, theatrical p...

Date:2024-11-28

Traditional sports thrill crowds at China's 12th Ethnic Games

The 12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities opened on Nov. 22 in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, showcasing traditional sports from China's ethnic minority groups.

Date:2024-11-28

Delegation of mainland university students, teachers kicks off Taiwan visit

A delegation of 40 students and teachers from seven Chinese mainland universities arrived at Taiwan's Taoyuan International Airport on Wednesday, kicking off their nine-day visit to the island.

Date:2024-11-28

Ethiopian tour guides embark on Chinese language training program

The Ethiopian Ministry of Tourism and the Chinese Embassy in Ethiopia have launched a Chinese language training program for Ethiopian professional tour guides.

Date:2024-11-28

Ethnic harmony showcased beyond sports

China's 12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities is more than just a sports competition; it serves as a vivid expression of the unity and harmony of the country's 56 ethnic groups.

Date:2024-11-28

U.S. pawnshop owner calls Palace Museum a giant work of art

The Palace Museum is a giant work of art, said Evan Kail, an American pawnshop owner who received a porcelain tea jar as a national gift from China, after his visit to the museum.

Date:2024-11-26

China's Liangzhu, window to one of world's oldest civilizations

On the UNESCO world heritage map for five years, China's archaeological ruins of Liangzhu, in parallel with the Aegean Civilization in Greece, has gained growing international recognition with the ...

Date:2024-11-26

Chinese culture night held in Bangladesh to enhance friendship

The "Chinese Culture Night" event organized by the Chinese Embassy in Bangladesh was held here Friday to showcase traditional Chinese culture and enhance the friendship between the two countries.

Date:2024-11-25

Chinese zodiac snake-themed Bing Dwen Dwen launched for sale

As the Chinese New Year of the Snake approaches in January, a snake-themed Bing Dwen Dwen – the mascot of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games – was officially launched for sale nationwide on No...

Date:2024-11-25

12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities opens in Sanya

The 12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities opened in the southern Chinese city of Sanya on November 22. More than 5,000 performers participated in a two-hour opening ceremony attended...

Date:2024-11-25

74-year-old 'Dougong Grandpa' popularizes ancient Chinese architecture through short videos

Wang Yongxian, a 74-year-old Chinese expert in the restoration of ancient Chinese buildings who has restored over 100 precious ancient buildings, is leveraging short-video platforms to introduce th...

Date:2024-11-25

China provides platforms for global vocational education cooperation, exchanges

In the exhibition area of a saline-alkali-tolerant plant factory in east China's Shandong Province, green alfalfa, sweet sorghum, oats and other seedlings have grown so well that they have caught t...

Date:2024-11-25

China-Serbia roundtable highlights cultural cooperation

A roundtable on China-Serbia cultural cooperation was held Friday in Belgrade, focusing on enhancing bilateral relations through cultural exchanges.

Date:2024-11-25

Poland "Chinese Film Festival" opens in Warsaw

The 2024 Poland "Chinese Film Festival" officially commenced on Friday, with over 300 Polish guests attending the opening ceremony and watching the highly anticipated film "Creation of the Gods I: ...

Date:2024-11-25

10 Chinese online literature works added to British Library collection

The British Library expanded its Chinese collection on Thursday by adding ten online novels by Chinese authors, including Lord of the Mysteries, Soul Land, and The Joy of Life.

Date:2024-11-25

Chinese poetry master Ye Jiaying dies at 100

Chinese classical poetry doyenne Ye Jiaying died on Sunday at the age of 100, according to Nankai University where she held a teaching post.

Date:2024-11-25

Chinese acrobatic show captivates Greek audience

The Chinese acrobatic show Flying Fairy, performed by the Guangzhou Acrobatic Troupe, premiered in Athens on Friday, captivating Greek audiences with its breathtaking artistry.

Date:2024-11-25

Exhibition of China's Tang Dynasty held in France

The exhibition, directed by China's National Cultural Heritage Administration and the French Ministry of Culture, showcases over 200 pieces or sets of exquisite artifacts from 32 cultural and museu...

Date:2024-11-21

China, Peru build model for promoting mutual appreciation among diverse cultures

China and Peru, both ancient civilizations with long histories and splendid cultures, are shining gems in the history of human civilization.

Date:2024-11-21

Thai and Chinese youths discover shared heritage

"This character 'fu' looks exactly like my grandfather's writing," said Ngamsasisakulchai Warisara during a calligraphy class at Shenyang Ligong University. "My grandfather is Chinese, and he used ...

Date:2024-11-13

New museum highlights timekeeping Taosi culture

As early as around 4,000 years ago, residents in the middle reaches of the Yellow River, where the Taosi culture originated, had already developed a comprehensive system to observe time, under the ...

Date:2024-11-13

Expo provides an international insight

Du Chunxiao couldn't take her eyes off the stamps on display at the Philatelie Liechtenstein booth during a recent visit to an exhibition in Beijing.

Date:2024-11-12

Hainan's tourism area dedicated to promoting culture of Li ethnic minority

Hainan's tourism area dedicated to promoting culture of Li ethnic minority.

Date:2024-11-12

Plush creative cultural products win hearts of young people

Many cities and museums in China are now offering their own creative cultural plush products, which are gaining popularity among consumers. Hashtags such as "Chinese have their own version of Jelly...

Date:2024-11-12

UNESCO heritage sites through the lens

The Memory of Mankind — China's World Heritage Photography Exhibitionwas recently held at the Grand Canal Museum of Beijing and Beijing International Hotel, with 152 picturesque photos on China's ...

Date:2024-11-04

Modernity encounters ancient civilization

Spanning millennia, the history and mystery of Sanxingdui's ancient civilization is reaching international audiences through modern digital platforms.

Date:2024-11-04

Silk Road bonds explored at Teheran exhibition

The memory and inspiration of the Silk Road, a series of ancient trade routes stretching from China to Europe, provide an attractive platform for cultural exchange between countries once connected ...

Date:2024-11-04

Behind the craze for creative cultural products

​After a nine-day tour in north China's Shanxi Province, one man is determined to "bring home" the grand pagodas and exquisite sculptures that took his breath away.

Date:2024-11-04

16th China-South Korea Calligraphy Exchange successfully held in Zhangqiu District, Jinan city

Recently, the 16th China-South Korea Calligraphy Exchange was held in Zhangqiu District, Jinan city.

Date:2024-11-04