Chu culture, which traces back to the State of Chu during the Warring States Period (475-221 BC), is known for its unique imagination and romantic charm.
It was a freezing, moonless night on Tibetan New Year's Eve in 1954 when 7-year-old Tseyang sat on her father's shoulders on a muddy path in Shigatse of the Xizang autonomous region.
The Sinan Full Moon Festival commenced at Sinan Mansions in Shanghai on Monday and will run until Oct 2, featuring over 60 quality lifestyle brands, performances by more than 20 original musicians, four unique indoor exhibitions, and three art installations.
A new project at the Shanghai Museum invites the digital avatar of Jay Chou, one of the most influential figures in China's pop music scene, to take visitors on an immersive experience of the cultural relics in the museum's collection.
The ancient capital Datong in Shanxi province witnessed a remarkable fusion of history and haute couture as the Yungang Fashion Festival kicked off in front of the iconic Cave 20 of the Yungang Grottoeson September 29. The event transformed the historic site into a dynamic runway, presenting a visual spectacle that bridged past and present.
The Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month on the traditional Chinese calendar, is a cherished tradition across Asia. While its origins are rooted in the traditional Chinese calendar, the festival has evolved uniquely in different countries, reflecting diverse cultural identities and practices.
China has made significant achievements in cultural and tourism development during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021–25), said Minister of Culture and Tourism Sun Yeli, at a press briefing on Sept 29.
The Minghua ship, a historic symbol of Shenzhen's transformation, will become the stage for a new theatrical experience. On Oct 1, The Deal, an original immersive physical theatre production, will premiere on board.
On Sunday, an exhibition highlighting the exchange, communication and integration of ethnic groups in Beijing's development as the capital kicked off at the First Historical Archives of China in Beijing.
The Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Institute of Archaeology announced its important academic achievements over the past five years on Sunday, enriching understanding of significant topics like the origins of Chinese civilization and the history of the ancient Maritime Silk Road.
The Ziyouji Art and Lifestyle Festival, showcasing new pathways for cultural tourism, concluded in Xianning city, Hubei province, on Sept 28.
Mooncakes are more than just a traditional pastry; they are a symbol of unity, heritage, and celebration in Chinese culture. These round or square pastries, typically filled with lotus seed paste, red bean paste, or other rich fillings, are an integral part of the Mid-Autumn Festival, a time for family gatherings and appreciation of the full moon.