Dance lovers in the United Kingdom capital will have the chance to see an imaginative take on a familiar favorite later this month when the 100-strong cast of the Xi'an Acrobatic Troupe brings its production of The Acrobatic Swan Lake to the Sadler's Wells dance theater in London.
The First Jilin Tourism Development Conference kicked off on Friday in the Changbai Mountain Protection and Development Zone in Jilin province, attracting about 400 delegates to discuss the high-quality development of the tourism industry.
Chinese archaeologists have finished three phases of a deep sea archaeological investigation of two ancient shipwrecks from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) in China's South China Sea, excavating over 900 cultural relics.
It's important to step up archaeological excavation efforts in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, as its unique history can offer new perspectives on understanding China's history and culture, foreign scholars said.
The mamianqun, translated as the "horse-face skirt", is a type of traditional clothing that is making a comeback as the latest fashion trend, gaining increasing popularity among younger Chinese generations, according to those in the know.
Learning more about the history of the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region can let the world see that its development has been deeply influenced historically by diverse cultures and religions, officials and scholars said at an international forum.
Popular Chinese mainland actor Hu Ge paid a visit to Taiwan on Wednesday amid tense cross-Strait relations, which mainland authorities said would provide a rare opportunity for people from both sides to engage in exchanges.
In recent years, artifacts unearthed from the Great Wall in Beijing can be categorized into three major types: architectural components of the wall, weapons and daily utensils, Shang says.
The UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival this year featured the participation of some world-renowned sports clubs, including Manchester United FC, Manchester City FC, and Salford Red Devils rugby league club.
A new round of restorations of the Jiankou Great Wall in Beijing's Huairou district kicked off on Friday, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing conservation efforts of this historical marvel.
In Chinese folklore, Guan Yu, a general from the late Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220) also known as "Guan Gong" or "Guan Di", stands as a revered figure. The "God of War" is perceived as a superhero in the eyes of the Chinese people.
The Living Root club team races in the 45th annual Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival on Sunday.It also serves as a gateway for people to learn more about Chinese history and culture.
Dragon boat races are gaining momentum across the world during the celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival.
On Friday, the Beijing Symphony Orchestra mesmerized audiences at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing with a captivating concert featuring Vineta Sareika-Volkner, the concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker.
A key exhibition, The Light of Civilization: Hongshan, Liangzhu and Chinese Civilization, officially kicked off on Saturday in Shenyang, the capital of Liaoning province, to celebrate China's Cultural and Natural Heritage Day.
The University of Oxford's Ashmolean Museum has announced plans to return a 500-year-old bronze statue of a Hindu saint to India, following the receipt of a request through the country's high commission in London.
Zongzi, a traditional Chinese food made of glutinous rice stuffed with various fillings, is one of the Dragon Boat Festival's enduring customs. The ingredients used to make zongzi vary from region to region, resulting in many differences in taste.
As the Dragon Boat Festival, or the Duanwu Festival, approaches, vibrant and thrilling dragon boat activities sweep the country. In addition to the exhilarating races, the dragon boats themselves are a splendid sight, captivating onlookers with their vibrant colors and intricate designs.
When the fragrance of Zongzi (rice dumplings) floats all around, here comes the Dragon Boat Festival. On such a "fragrant" festival, people don’t just sit down and enjoy the delicious food but get busy with mugwort leaves and realgar wine. Why is that? Check it out and find the answer.
What's the differences between dragon boating and other water sports? What's the ultimate game-changer when it comes to eating zongzi? Follow three foreigners to unlock the fun and meaningful part of the Dragon Boat Festival.
It is as old and venerable as Rome, the eternal city, and Athens, the city of wisdom, yet Samarkand, the pearl of the Muslim world, draws only a fraction of the attention that those two capitals do.
The South and Southeast Asian Media Network has proposed "I'm The Guardian" Global Initiative on protecting natural and cultural heritages. Representative network journalists have their voices raised on the significance of heritage conservation for a community with a shared future for mankind.
Wu Wanjing still remembers her first Xiabu— meaning "cloth for summer" in Chinese — embroidery piece.
Let’s take a look at different stories and brilliant ideas about China’s natural heritage.
A Date with China international media tour visits the Laoshan Mountain in Qingdao, East China's Shandong province, to explore the tea culture on June 6, 2024.A Date with China international media tour visits the Laoshan Mountain in Qingdao, East China's Shandong province, to explore the tea culture on June 6, 2024. [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn]
Commencing on June 6, a fresh phase of restoration for the Jiankou Great Wall in Beijing's Huairou district has been initiated, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing conservation efforts of this historical marvel.
China's National College Entrance Examination, known as the Gaokao, started on Friday.
On Tuesday, the Shanxi Provincial Institute of Archaeology announced the discovery of a "figure under the tree" mural dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) in a tomb in Taiyuan, North China's Shanxi Province.
China celebrated the 48th International Museum Day with a variety of activities across the country.
The 20th China International Cartoon and Animation Festival concluded in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, on Sunday. This year's event drew 2,156 enterprises and organizations from 52 countries and regions, along with 3,072 professional attendees.