Just a few minutes' walk from Vienna's bustling Mariahilfer Street, moviegoers over a recent weekend were transported into a world of Chinese mythology as the animated epic Ne Zha 2 lit up the screen at the Apollo Cinema in late March, bringing dazzling visuals and a rich cultural legacy.
Doggies in ancient Chinese costumes, internet-famous dog Niu Niu and robotic dog LOVOT as well as hundreds of furry friends in designer clothing shared the same stage during this year's pet fashion show in Shanghai, indicating a booming market for the pet industry.
Goal is to attract more Americans to see the country for themselves, Li Yingxue reports.
When Italian President Sergio Mattarella had his state visit to China in November, he was invited by President Xi Jinping to appreciate some precious Chinese cultural relics that were put on display at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
The Chinese Academy of Social Sciences announced in February six "New Archaeological Discoveries in China in 2024", of which the Majiayao culture settlement at the Siwa site in Lintao county, Gansu province, stood out.
A performance at the Hongqiao Art Centre in Shanghai's Changning district on April 5 showcased the fusion of Eastern and Western music traditions during the 7th International Accordion Culture and Arts Week, a key event in the 2025 Shanghai Spring International Music Festival.
The distant echo of jazz music fills the air as Yang Shuhui, with her face hidden behind a white mask, stands in a dimly lit room. Inches away, a dancer in a gown performs a haunting sequence as Lady Macbeth's descent into madness unfolds in silent movements.
Robotic exoskeletons powered by artificial intelligence became good partners for Chinese tourists on their way to conquering towering mountains during the just-concluded Qingming Festival holiday, with the auxiliary equipment epitomizing China's progress in developing "smart tourism".
Xu Keyi, a 37-year-old wildlife photographer, switched from journalism to full - time wildlife photography after being inspired by an Antarctic trip. She has traveled globally but loves China's wildlife, especially flagship species like the green peafowl. Besides taking photos, she's a wildlife - knowledge influencer. She hopes to boost conservation via her images, seeing youth participation as positive and advocating simple daily conservation efforts.
The morning sun shines through carved wooden screens, falling on the petals of a handcrafted peony taking shape under Li Yifan's deft fingers.
Despite few films making a major splash like Ne Zha 2 during the post-Spring Festival period, the just concluded Qingming Festival holiday wrapped up with a promising box-office rally.
The enduring popularity of Zhang Daqian's work is grounded on his technical refinement and aesthetics, and also, the many styles he mastered to leave a diverse oeuvre.