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Lu Xun poems reinterpreted for bilingual edition

2026-09-21 15:48

A bilingual collection of poems by renowned Chinese writer Lu Xun has been reinterpreted through the ancient art of seal script, bringing together poetry, calligraphy, seal engraving, and English translation in a new volume unveiled in Beijing on Sept 19.

Central Conservatory marks milestone with concert and symposium

2026-09-21 15:05

The Central Conservatory of Music marked the 70th anniversary of its department of traditional Chinese musical instruments with a concert and an academic symposium on Sept 20-21, bringing together generations of musicians to celebrate the department's contributions to traditional Chinese music and explore its future.

Tang poetry meets symphony under Xi’an skies

2026-09-21 14:50

The Xi’an Symphony Orchestra staged its annual outdoor concert at the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, a historic landmark in Xi’an, Shaanxi province, on Sept 19.

Artworks explore legacy of the Yongding River

2026-09-21 14:41

Zheng Qinyan's artworks are inspired by the history of the Yongding River, which flows in western Beijing.

Extended break opens new paths for travelers

2026-09-21 14:37

Bookings for the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday are gaining momentum faster than in previous years, as summer travel demand has shifted later, according to a new industry report.

For US scholar, China's landscapes turn into a Taoist classroom

2026-09-21 07:16

For 46-year-old American philosophy associate professor Misha Tadd, China's mountains and rivers are more than scenery. They are living pages from the Tao Te Ching, the classic text attributed to the ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu (Laozi), waiting to be read by those willing to look beyond the surface.

Chinese opera meets Oscar Wilde in intercultural production

2026-09-21 06:39

In a London rehearsal hall on Sept 14, Yu Ji, a character from Peking Opera, and Salome, from the Oscar Wilde play of the same name, came together in an original musical blending Chinese and Western theatrical traditions.

Preserving the future of music

2026-09-21 06:33

By combining a symphony and AI, Tan Dun seeks inspiration in traditions and sounds, transforming them into an expanding bridge of time, Chen Jie reports.

Southwest China taps acoustics of its karst landscapes

2026-09-21 06:12

Experiential tourism offerings, wellness retreats and special concerts resonate deeply.

Three generations of craftsmanship kneaded into Beijing’s dough figurines

2026-09-20 17:29

Three generations of one Beijing family, and one ball of dough.

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