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Preserving the soul and waterways that keep history alive

2026-09-02 16:59

Eight centuries after it first took shape beside mountain streams, the Old Town of Lijiang remains a thriving community where customs are woven into the everyday. Citizens trace back their ancestry as they recall stories and memories of their families in a place where heritage continues, report Yang Feiyue and Li Yingqing in Lijiang, Yunnan.

The enduring art of 'tihong' lacquerware

2026-09-02 14:35

It was a craft that demanded immense patience and delicate skill. Craftsmen applied cinnabar-colored raw lacquer — usually in dozens of layers, and sometimes as many as 200 — to wooden or metal objects.

Mid-Autumn Festival traditions 'STAYREAL' in urban setting

2026-09-02 14:32

Chinese streetwear label STAYREAL and Shanghai's Oriental Pearl TV Tower launched a Mid-Autumn Festival-themed cultural experience along the Huangpu River, bringing together public art and waterfront spaces.

Palace Museum celebrates Tang and Song painting and calligraphy masterpieces

2026-09-02 11:15

A major exhibition Defining the Classics: A Journey to Tang and Song Calligraphy and Paintings opened to the public at the Palace Museum in Beijing on Sept 1 and run through Nov 1.

Mystery moves beyond the page

2026-09-02 08:34

As Keigo Higashino's mysteries find new life on stage, young audiences are discovering fresh meaning, connection and community.

AI writing: original voice or uniform style?

2026-09-02 08:27

Many schools have responded to AI-generated writing by focusing on detection — trying to identify whether students have used AI.

A single pancake can wrap up the whole world

2026-09-02 07:00

Shandong-style jianbing a hugely popular street food in Shanghai for locals and tourists alike

Suzhou Museum of Contemporary Art opens to public

2026-09-01 16:52

After three years of preparation, the Suzhou Museum of Contemporary Art (Suzhou MoCA) officially opened to the public on Aug 30, adding a new cultural landmark to the historic city of Suzhou.

Busan artists take center stage in Beijing showcase

2026-09-01 15:10

South Korea's second-largest city, Busan, is often described as a more relaxed alternative to the hustle and bustle of the capital, Seoul.

Trip.com releases summer travel trend report

2026-09-01 14:53

This summer, long-haul trips made up 32 percent of all travel, while interprovincial travel exceeded 55 percent. Travelers devoted more time and budget to far-off destinations, as revealed in an industry report.

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