Chinese artist Han Meilin, 80, donated 80 works, including paintings, calligraphic pieces and his designs of zisha teapots and furniture, to the National Museum of China on Sunday, the last day of a two-month-long solo exhibition World of Meilin at the Beijing museum.
The 22nd Francophonie Festival, organized by 20 embassies and diplomatic offices in China, will begin on March 8 and continue until March 28. A series of events across the country are planned to promote not only French language but the culture of French-speaking countries and regions, according to the announcement on Thursday at the Canadian embassy in Beijing.
Austrian painter Gustav Klimt (1862-1918), noted for portraying female bodies, is also known for his landscapes. Klimt's Bauerngarten, in which he presents a joyful scene of garden full of blossoms, will be auctioned on March 1 at Sotheby's sale of impressionist and modern art.
Best Bites of Beijing is published on Fridays and covers the latest happenings in the capital's dining scene.
The 24th Minsk International Book Fair was held in Minsk, Belarus, from Feb 8 to 12.More than 100 publishers and delegates from 31 countries, including China, Russia, Germany, Iran and the United States attended. Books on Chinese culture, Chinese contemporary literature and children books were displayed at the fair.
A new food hall in Beijing combines pop-ups, food artisans and a quest for variety to give visitors plenty to choose from, Mike Peters reports.
Michael McManus believes Edward Heath was a pivotal figure in China's opening up to the West.
A museum and a park will be built on the ruins of the capital of the Xia Dynasty (2100 - 1600 BC), China's earliest dynasty, local cultural heritage authorities said Thursday.
The risk of depression among fathers before and after the birth of their children is more common than previously thought, proving a risk to the well-being of their families, New Zealand researchers said Thursday.
In the lead up to the 45th anniversary of China-Germany diplomatic ties, activities including Chinese folk music concerts, temple fairs, heritage exhibitions, fireworks and light shows, have been held in Germany.
It's London's famous public gathering point, celebrating the end of wars, political and protest rallies and great sporting achievements.
More than 50 jing hu (Chinese bowed two-stringed instrument) are being exhibited at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing starting from Feb 15. Some of them are more than 100 years old.
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