British and Chinese youth participated in a dialogue focusing on Tang Xianzu and William Shakespeare’s literary legacy.
“Love once begun, will never end” “The course of true love never did run smooth”...
Discover the “Her Story” UK-China creative dialogue at the 2025 Yuewen Creation Conference, where Chinese and British writers and curators explore women’s stories, female narratives, and cross-cultural...
At the World Conference on China Studies in Shanghai, international scholars delve into Chinese art, history, and heritage, exploring these topics beyond academic discussions.
The second World Conference...
Explore the mysterious Sanxingdui civilisation as its 3,000-year-old artefacts, including bronze masks and gold faces, prepare for their first overseas exhibition.
Sanxingdui Museum Deputy Director Yu...
From the southern edge of Yotkan Town in Hotan, Xinjiang, visitors heading west immediately notice the colourful, “flowing rainbow” of Atlas silk storefronts. The bright patterns seem to leap off the walls,...
Cheung Chau, a small island near Hong Kong, played a pivotal role in a secret World War II rescue operation. Today, it blends history, culture, and island life.
When people think of Cheung Chau, a small...
In Beijing, a small shop shares the warmth of Tibet as the owner turns her experience in Tibet into connections.
Years ago, on a snowy road into Tibet, Liu Mengyao feared she might not survive. Her car...
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...
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...
As an iconic character from Chinese mythology, Nezha’s story shines with new vitality in more diverse art forms in modern times.
As Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 has shattered multiple box office records...
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...
Tianjin turns historic buildings into cultural venues with concerts, theatre, and digital art.
Recently, at the century-old Anglican Art Centre—once a church—a violin and bayan accordion concert drew a...
Chinese cartoonist Nie Jun explains how Chinese comics are seen across the world in this exclusive interview.
Like a particularly cute child gently putting the hands of two adults together, the comics...
“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...
The White Snake IP is shining brightly again by achieving a perfect integration of tradition and modernity.
This year is the Year of the Snake, so the first Chinese theatrical character we bring here is...
Xueting C. Ni talks to China Minutes about her latest work Sinophagia, the complexities of Chinese horror, and her dedication to sharing China with the West.
Xueting C. Ni was born in Guangzhou, during...
Professor Rodney Harrison from University College London recently researched Bai Ku Yao costume in Nandan County, Guangxi. He stated, “The design of Bai Ku Yao (White-Trouser Yao) pleated skirts...
With the long history, Ne Zha has changed a lot.
The “demon child” Ne Zha and the dragon prince Ao Bing will be shown on screens in the UK and several other European countries later.
Three heads and six...
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...
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...
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,...
Shakespeare opera: King Lear, a classic tragedy written by William Shakespeare, was adapted to the Gan opera originating from Jiangxi Province.
Named ‘Li Erwang,’ which shares the same pronunciation...
The Lantern Festival is one of the traditional Chinese festivals. Eating tangyuan or yuanxiao is an important custom. Although they are similar in appearance, there are slight differences in aspects such...
See more than 20 forms of Chinese cultural heritage in this Spring Festival Gala video
In its Spring Festival Gala broadcast on January 23, Hunan TV showcased many forms of Chinese cultural heritage. In...
Year of the Snake Horoscope: Will you be doing well in 2025?
In 2025, individuals born in the year of the Snake (1905, 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013) will experience their animal...
As the Year of the Snake arrives, test your brain with the crossword above and learn a bit more about Chinese New Year traditions. To give you a helping hand, here are some tips:
1. Celebrated in China...
The Year of the Snake stamps hold a special place in the hearts of many Chinese people.
On January 5th, 2025, China Post unveiled a set of two special stamps to celebrate the upcoming Chinese zodiac Year...
Best Chinese Books of 2024 brings together a list of some of the best books from China published during 2024.
Tons of great Chinese books were released this year. The China Minutes team made some of our...
Best Chinese Movies of 2024 brings together a list of some of the best movies from China and the Chinese diaspora released during 2024.
There were a lot of great movies to choose from this year. The China...
Ancient Li brocade has gradually integrated into modern life.
UNESCO added traditional Li textile techniques: spinning, dyeing, weaving, and embroidering to its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural...
Language is a mirror of society, and this year’s buzzwords reflect the characteristics of the times.
On December 2, the editorial department of Yaowen Jiaozi (咬文嚼字), released the top ten buzzwords of 2024,...
#ChinaTravel: This “To Do List” to make your trip to China more interesting.
China has expanded its visa-free policy to passport holders from Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta,...