Heilongjiang is known as a winter wonderland. But the host of some of the world's largest ice festivals is also a cool summertime destination, in every sense.
A new form of theater, which can be watched on the big screen, is gaining favor among young Chinese audiences.
The comedy Lost in Thailand became China's highest-grossing domestic film in 2012, with box office revenue of 1.26 billion yuan ($185 million), but when the movie hit the big screens in North America the next year, it flopped, making a mere $60,000.
China's central government has pledged to preserve and develop the country's various traditional opera styles by strengthening the education system.
Caravanning is gaining fans in China as travelers seek new experiences. Thousands of recreational vehicles were sold last year
Hong Kong has launched a host of special tourism packages to woo mainlanders.
The Shanghai Dramatic Arts Center will launch a performance season in Beijing by introducing nine theatrical productions from Aug 2 to Oct 29.
Chinese band Escape Plan to hold rock concert at the Workers' Gymnasium in Beijing
How children behaving badly can result in adults behaving even more badly.
In the age of internet live streaming, many are using their talents to make a financial killing-and then there are those passionate about performing but happy enough to get on with the rest of their lives.
South African food made a splash in China last week, with two TV hosts and authors scooping up honors at the Gourmand International awards in Yantai, Shandong province.
Israeli violist Avri Levitan gave 10 recitals within three days during his recent stay in Beijing.