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Poetry opens doors to cultural treasures

2024-08-13 08:24

If the classical poet Li Bai were alive today, he would be astonished to discover that he is beloved of today's youngsters, not just for his lyrical genius but also because his verses now grant free entry to many scenic spots in China.

No longer shifting, Shapotou's sands bring tourists to the desert

2024-08-13 07:54

YINCHUAN — An endless expanse of the Tengger Desert, China's fourth-largest, abuts Shapotou district in Zhongwei city, the Ningxia Hui autonomous region, stretching as far as the eye can see.

Mountain venue sees polo reach new heights of appeal

2024-08-13 07:50

International tournament for female players ensures plenty of action to entertain spectators in newly built club in Wulong district, report Tan Yingzi and Deng Rui in Chongqing.

Folk art season set to launch in Xinjiang

2024-08-12 11:41

The first China Xinjiang Folk Art Season is set to start in Urumqi, capital of the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, on Aug 20, according to a news conference by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Friday.

Youth orchestra embarks on Asian tour

2024-08-12 11:34

The Hong Kong-headquartered Asian Youth Orchestra held a concert at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Sunday.

Culture has pivotal role in modernization, panel told

2024-08-12 11:31

A panel discussion focusing on the modernization and localization of cultural heritage took place at Taikoo Li, Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province on Saturday.

Ancient city site to get dedicated museum

2024-08-12 08:09

TAIYUAN — A new museum is set to open at the 4,300-year-old Taosi relics site in North China. Over 300 items will be on display, shedding light on the life and culture of the area's ancient inhabitants.

Musical winds of change

2024-08-12 08:05

National symphony orchestra set to embark on fresh chapter with its upcoming season under a new artistic adviser, Chen Nan reports.

Xinjiang's multiethnic community fosters bonds of support, friendship

2024-08-12 08:01

Over the years, members of one Uygur family have grown from being complete strangers into those she considers closest to her.

Poetic brushwork relates a narrative

2024-08-10 11:50

In August 1502, 75-year-old Shen Zhou, a cultural icon and painting-calligraphy master based in today's Suzhou city, eastern China's Jiangsu province, lost his eldest son to disease.

TV show celebrates cultural relics in all their forms

2024-08-10 13:50

China's popular cultural relics exploration TV show, National Treasure, concluded its fourth season on Aug 3.

Lanterns light up Night at the Museum launch

2024-08-10 11:35

With colorful lanterns in various shapes of creatures, from both the ocean and land, illuminating the square of the National Natural History Museum of China in Beijing as night fell on Aug 1, the monthlong program, Night at the Museum, was launched.

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