Science in wartime China
Joseph Needham and the Spirit of Science in Wartime China
British scientist Joseph Needham’s journey across wartime China reveals the resilience of Chinese scientists under extreme hardship. From 1943 to 1946, British scientist Joseph Needham travelled across...
Future You (5)
When Code Begins to Breathe: Pioneering British Art Collective Debuts Exhibition in Beijing
The pioneering British art collective Universal Everything (UE) opens its first exhibition at Beijing 798CUBE in China. Wandering through the darkened exhibition space of Beijing 798CUBE, light and shadow...
Yushu Horse Festival
Yushu Horse Racing Festival Blends Speed with Tradition
The 43rd Yushu Horse Racing Festival kicked off in Qinghai, showcasing thrilling races and centuries-old traditions at 4,000 meters above sea level. On July 26, the finals of the 43rd Yushu Horse Racing...
Paul Assmy2
Beyond Borders: Dr. Assmy's Century-Old Legacy in Chongqing
Below Chongqing’s Nanshan Wenfeng Pagoda, an old house blends Chinese and Western styles. Nearby lies the tomb of Dr. Paul Assmy (1869-1935). Arriving in Chongqing in the early 1900s, this German...
Lin Huiyin English letters
Lin Huiyin’s Letters: From Beijing to London and Beyond
A newly published collection of Lin Huiyin’s English letters reveals her voice, cultural insight, and cross-cultural connections in the 1930s. On July 25, People’s Literature Publishing House announced...
Tibet Salt and Sheep Route
The Salt and Sheep Route: A Thousand-Year Trade Legacy
An ancient salt trade route in Xizang’s Ngari prefecture returns to life through cultural tourism and local salt processing efforts. Over a thousand years ago, more than 50 salt caravans operated in the...
Ancient Chinese ways to stay cool in summer
Staying Cool, the Ancient Chinese Way
Discover how people in ancient China kept cool during hot summers using natural materials, underground ice storage, and early frozen treats. Today, air conditioners and iced drinks are essential for summer....
China’s Torch Festival
Why Is the Torch Festival Known as the "Oriental Carnival"?
China’s Torch Festival is gaining global attention as the “Oriental Carnival” for its vibrant fire rituals and communal festivities. The Torch Festival is a major traditional celebration for many ethnic...
阿禾公路
Xinjiang by Car: Where Ancient Routes Meet Modern Roads
Discover the scenic road trips in Xinjiang, where ancient Silk Road heritage meets modern highways across deserts, mountains, and grasslands. Xinjiang is in the midst of its peak travel season. With summer...
Silk Road Tang pottery exhibition
Tracing Silk Road Civilizations Through Tang Pottery
Tang pottery brings to life the rich cultural exchanges of the Silk Road in a new exhibition at Da Xiang Ceramic Museum, Zhengzhou. On July 12, the Da Xiang Ceramic Museum in Zhengzhou, Henan Province,...
Tashilhunpo Monastery
Giant Amitabha Thangka Unveiled in Shigatse
A giant Amitabha Buddha Thangka was unveiled at Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse, drawing pilgrims and tourists for a three-day sacred ceremony. On July 9, Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse, Xizang, began...
aoyuan
A Village and A Great Person: To Remember Tan Kah Kee in Jimei
If you want to know more about Xiamen, a beautiful coastal city in Fujian Province, Tan Kah Kee (陈嘉庚) is a must-mentioned person. Jimei village of Xiamen, the hometown of this patriotic overseas Chinese...
The Litchi Road
How Tang Dynasty Delivered Lychees at Lightning Speed
The Chinese drama The Litchi Road (《长安的荔枝》) has become a surprise hit this summer. One unexpected star has captured viewers’ imagination — the lychee. You may recall the famous Tang poem by Du Mu: “A steed...
Tang Niu
Tang Niu: A Chubby Tang Dynasty Figurine Became a Cultural Icon
Tang Niu, a charming modern art icon inspired by Tang Dynasty figurines, is bringing Chinese heritage to life. With her high bun, chubby cheeks, and playful expression, “Tang Niu” has quickly become one...
Dunhuang children murals
Ancient Childhood in Dunhuang Art
Ancient Dunhuang murals and texts reveal how children played, learned, and lived over a thousand years ago in China. June 1st is International Children’s Day. In China’s Dunhuang caves—especially the Mogao...
Dragon Boat Festival traditions
Fast Boats, Sticky Rice, and Good "Duck": A Festival Like No Other
China celebrates the Dragon Boat Festival with exciting races, tasty zongzi, and fun traditions. The Dragon Boat Festival is one of China’s oldest and most exciting traditional festival. It’s usually...
Zhangyuan in Tianjin
Breathing New Life into Tianjin’s Historic Buildings
Tianjin turns historic buildings into cultural venues with concerts, theater, and digital art. Recently, at the century-old Anglican Art Center—once a church—a violin and bayan accordion concert drew a...
The Sinking of the Lison Maru Review
The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru Review: A Forgotten WW2 Tragedy
The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru by Fang Li shines a light on the tragic death of thousands of British Prisoners of War, and the Chinese fisherman who saved hundreds. In October 1942, the Japanese freighter...
Longmen Grottoes
Longmen Grottoes: Where History and Innovation Unite
Longmen Grottoes blends ancient Buddhist art with modern digital technology to protect and share its cultural heritage worldwide. In 2024, China’s Longmen Grottoes welcomed over 7.7 million visitors....
Tekes Bagua Streets
Tekes Bagua City: Ancient Wisdom in Urban Form
Tekes is a unique city in Xinjiang designed around the I Ching’s Bagua, embodying ancient wisdom in its layout. In China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, lies a city like no other—Tekes, also known...
Yiran duan yi crafts an indigo-dyeing cloth.
Yiran Duan: Traditional Crafts are a Bridge for Cultural Exchange
“I share my stories with you, and you share your stories with me.” Yiran Duan, from Dali in Yunnan and founder of handcraft studio Yi Crafts, explained how teaching crafts is a bridge between cultures.  From...
George Hogg (1915-1945)
George Hogg: The Idealist Who Walked Into Wartime China
In a land ravaged by war, one young Englishman decided not to watch from the sidelines—but to stand alongside the suffering and build a future from the ruins.  “What I wanted was to live among the people...
A Culinary Encounter with Museums
A Culinary Encounter with Museums
  Italian chef Antonino, who lives in Nanjing, China, loves Chinese culture. He always wanted to learn from his ancestor Marco Polo as a “culture ambassador” for exchanges between the...
Panyuliang Self-portrait
Pan Yuliang: A Trailblazing Journey Through Art and Culture
At the Anhui Museum, step into the world of Pan Yuliang and explore the life and legacy of a pioneering artist who boldly fused Chinese and Western styles. On April 10th, the long-awaited Pan Yuliang Art...
Hehe culture
Zero-Sum vs. Hehe: What Cause These Different Thinkings?
Experts highlight the contrast between Western “zero-sum” thinking and China’s “Hehe” culture, emphasizing their impact on global relations and approaches to conflict resolution.In...
Sarah Brightman
Sunset Boulevard to Premiere in Beijing with Sarah Brightman
Renowned British musical actress Sarah Brightman will star in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard at Beijing Performing Arts Center. “I feel very honored to be back here in China. China has always been...
leather carving
Carving Xinjiang’s Culture into Leather
Meng Lulu, a master of leather carving in Urumqi, brings Xinjiang’s culture to life through her intricate craftsmanship. She preserves tradition while inspiring a new generation of artisans. As a representative...
fankuan's painting
The Timeless Charm of Fan Kuan’s Winter Wonderland
Among the masterpieces, Fan Kuan’s Snow-Covered Scene and Cold Forest is a defining work of landscape painting by the Song Dynasty. The display and exchange event for A Comprehensive Collection of Song...
jade dragon,Hongshan culture
Tracing China’s First Dragon: Hongshan Jade Artifacts
Archaeologists Uncover Multiple Hongshan Culture Sites in Northeast China. Archaeologists have recently discovered multiple Hongshan culture sites in the city of Lingyuan, northeast China’s Liaoning...
An Important  Mount
Why Deer is a Vital Animal Both in Chinese and Western Cultures?
In Chinese culture, the most-mentioned deer is thorold’s deer, while in Western culture, people often talk about reindeer. Both of them are divine and spiritual in cultures. The Spring Festival and...
A Cool Fish
Exploring Chinese Films Through Local Dialects
Regional dialects bring authenticity, humour, and cultural depth to Chinese cinema. On February 18th, Ne Zha 2 soared to the top of the global animated film box office charts. Among its beloved characters,...
Best Chinese animated movies ne zha 2
Best Chinese Animated Movies
As Ne zha 2 becomes the highest-grossing animated film of all time, we have a look at some of the best Chinese animated movies. Chinese animated movies have seen a significant rise in popularity recently,...
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