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....
ne zha 2 english dub release
Ne Zha 2 English Dub Trailer Released
Ne Zha 2 English dub trailer has been released, set to be released in August with an English-language dub.  Check out the trailer below.Ne Zha 2 English dub will include Michelle Yeoh voicing Ne Zha’s...
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,...
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...
Shopping in China
Shopping in China is Super Easy!
Shopping in China is super easy: a quick guide for you! Heard that foreign tourists often ask these questions about shopping in China? This video breaks down the top 5 FAQs!  If you liked this,...
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Experiencing the Liangzhu Civilization Through Digital Technology
Discover Liangzhu’s legacy through jade crafting and digital innovation at this UNESCO World Heritage site. Recently, at the hands-on workshop in the Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park in Hangzhou, Zhejiang...
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...
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...
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...
Living spirits exhibition yiran yicrafts
Living Spirits Exhibition: The Life and Craft of Bai People
“In the Hands of the Bai, all things have spirit” opens the short documentary Living Spirits (万物有灵), part of the Living Spirits: Bai Craft and the Art of Nature exhibition at London Craft Week. Walking...
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...
Liu Zhenyun London Book Fair interview
Liu Zhenyun: “I am the world's least funny person”
Chinese novelist, screenwriter, and social media star Liu Zhenyun talks in an exclusive interview at London Book Fair his use of AI, humour, and the challenges of sharing Chinese literature overseas. A...
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...
Customers are dining outside restaurants in London’s Chinatown.
Chinese Events in London this March
London March events with a Chinese twist.  A roundup of all the best Chinese-related events in London during March. There are art exhibitions, book launches, academic talks, and more available. Day Dream...
cultural relics and artworks
China Recovers 41 Cultural Relics from the U.S.
China has recovered 41 cultural relics from the U.S., adding to its ongoing efforts to reclaim lost artifacts. On March 4 (Beijing Time), China’s National Cultural Heritage Administration received...
Wang Jie UNESCO Spring Festival
East Meets West丨Wang Jie: What is the significance of the successful UNESCO heritage application for the Spring Festival?
In December 2024, the ‘Spring Festival – the social practice of the Chinese people in celebrating the traditional New Year’ was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage...
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,...
sweater tree
Sweater Trees: A Warm Embrace for the City
Hug a sweater tree, and you might just feel a different kind of warmth. A tree cradles a red heart; another spreads its “umbrella”; yet another lovingly embraces a white “kitten.”...
Xiatang site pottery
China’s Oldest "Red": The Xiatang Site and Its Stunning Discovery
The Xiatang Neolithic Site Tracing China’s Neolithic Past. Six significant archaeological sites in China have been recognized as the Top New Discoveries of 2024. Among them is the Xiatang Neolithic Site...
Nezha
Nezha 2 Shatters Records, Sparks Tourism and Consumer Craze
At just three years old, he became a billionaire actor and set multiple industries ablaze. As of February 9, data shows the total box office revenue of China’s animated film Nezha 2 has surpassed...
Hunan Opera Spring Festival Gala
Hunan Opera Spring Festival Gala Combines Tradition and Modernity
Hunan Opera Spring Festival Gala showcased traditional arts with a modern twist.  The gala aired on January 29th, at 7:30 PM, the first day of the Lunar New Year. It was part of China’s celebrations...
molten iron fireworks
【Encounter the New Year】Golden Sparks: Spring Festival with Molten Iron Fireworks
Fireworks and drones aren’t the only things lighting up the night sky—molten “iron flower” displays also captivate viewers. https://chinaminutes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/b3d2a47c7d197478e5058b5ce13c601b.mp4 (A...
grand bazaar
【Encounter the New Year】Let's celebrate the Spring Festival in Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar
Travelling in Xinjiang is such a popular way to spend the Spring Festival holiday this year for visitors around China and foreigners who have a #Chinatravel trip. In Urumqi, the capital city of Xinjiang...
bell
【Encounter the New Year】Celebrating the Spring Festival: Traditions, Prayers, and Festivities
Climbing to high places, ringing bells, and visiting temple fairs – these are just some of the ways people across China celebrate the Spring Festival, praying for blessings and ushering in the new year. From...
spring festival market
Spring Festival Market Delights Await!
During Chinese New Year, visiting the Spring Festival market and savouring festive snacks is a cherished tradition for most Chinese people.During this year’s Spring Festival, bustling holiday...
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