The Lantern Festival falls on the 15th day of the first month on Chinese lunar calendar, which is Feb 26 this year. Its arrival also marks the end of Spring Festival celebrations.
The China Cultural Center in Wellington, New Zealand, showcased the culture of Chinese cuisine to a group of Mandarin learners from the local government on Feb 24.
Lantern Festival events bring friends and families together across the country in a unique celebration of culture and tradition marked by fascinating and imaginative illuminations.
The art and significance of Chinese intangible culture are taking on new forms to enhance modern life and are consequently gaining new fans.
Beijing art exhibition celebrates the ox's role in Chinese culture.
An exhibition of ancient Chinese currency has opened at the National Museum of China.