The United Nations marked its 16th Chinese Language Day on April 15 at its New York headquarters, offering an immersive cultural experience that blended Chinese poetry and music.
A group of museum directors and heritage studies experts from over 60 countries and regions visited the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City and the Liangzhu Museum in Hangzhou before the Third UNESCO High-Level Forum for Museums. Liangzhu, a symbol of over 5,000 - year - old Chinese civilization, impressed them. Many participants commended China's efforts and achievements in cultural heritage protection and inheritance.
Quanzhou, an ancient Chinese trading port with a history spanning over a thousand years, has witnessed the glory of the ancient Maritime Silk Road, while Micronesia has witnessed the voyage of the Austronesian language family throughout millennia.
The excitement and competitive spirit of unconventional sports was on full display recently on the edge of the vast Taklimakan Desert as some 1,000 competitors battled for glory in 16 events — from camel racing to goat-grabbing, or buzkashi (a horseback game in which players compete to place a goat carcass in a goal).
Chinese tourists are passionate explorers. They seek out cultural heritage, wander through museums, embrace outdoor adventures, savor local flavors, talk with residents and share their journeys on social media platforms.
Event is part of yearlong campaign to get more people into culture by using today's commercial platforms, Yang Feiyue reports.
Wayne Oquin's contemporary concert piece reflects Tianjin ensemble's range and versatility, Chen Nan reports.
The Chinese play Lin Zexu lit up the stage at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on April 19.
Hand stirrers leave machines far behind when it comes to guaranteeing good taste, Yang Yang reports in Hangzhou.
The Divine Comedy Musical, adapted from the world-famous epic masterpiece La Divina Commedia (The Divine Comedy) by Italian writer Dante Alighieri, will tour China this year while celebrating the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Italy.
Opera by one of history's most influential composers takes the stage to transport audiences into a magical universe, Chen Nan reports.
Eric Peterson, principal of West County Mandarin School in Pinole, California, has just returned from taking nearly 50 students and teachers on a cultural tour around Beijing, and he's already planning another for this summer.
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