MACAO — Brazilian Sinologist Giorgio Sinedino has developed an interest in China since childhood when he read The Adventures of Tintin and was impressed by the cultural elements such as traditional Chinese attire and delicate ceramics introduced in the famous comic series.
CHANGCHUN — As fresh snow blanketed the peaks of the Daqing Mountains in Jilin province, young skiers from China and Japan raced down pristine slopes, carving intersecting tracks across the white canvas.
Beijing, Beijing, a popular song by singer-songwriter Wang Feng occupies a special place in the hearts of the capital's residents, especially in the hearts of those who have come from elsewhere to make their dreams come true, who are collectively known in Chinese as beipiao.
HANGZHOU — A collaborative study by scientists from China and the US has uncovered evidence of rice beer dating back about 10,000 years at an ancient site in East China's Zhejiang province, providing new insights into the origins of alcoholic beverage brewing in East Asia.
As if the round tea bowl were a clock face, Ji Na began pouring water at the 4 o'clock position. Her hands moved swiftly, the water flowing close to the bowl's rim, coaxing the tea leaves into a delicate whirlpool. Within moments, she poured a rich, amber cup of Lapsang Souchong black tea, its aroma sweet and full-bodied.
As the New Year arrives, Beijing's dining scene is awash with fresh flavors and festive treats. Mixing traditional Chinese dishes and global influences, new menus at top restaurants are presenting an exciting fusion of the old and the new.
During the 3rd Shanghai International Online Literature Week, which ran from Monday to Wednesday, discussions regarding the global trend of online literature revolved around the theme "Starting with Good Content: The Popularity Code of C Drama". The event brought together overseas online literature writers, Chinese scholars specializing in the field and international industry insiders.
Xie Fang, one of the first big movie stars of New China, passed away at 89 in a Beijing hospital on Thursday, sparking widespread mourning.
Winter Solstice marks the point when the sun reaches its lowest position in the sky at noon. After this day, the days slowly begin to lengthen.
The annual Yidan Education Forum by the Chen Yidan Foundation was held in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, earlier this month, brought together experts and insiders from China, Singapore and the United States.
At its Global Partner Summit, the co-founder and chairman of travel agency Trip.com Group Liang Jianzhang announced the results of a survey which reveals that safety, cleanliness, a long history, friendly people, and delicious food are among the most frequently mentioned aspects of China by foreign tourists.
The China (Sichuan) Second Ethnic Music Week opened in Xichang, Liangshan Yi autonomous prefecture, Sichuan province, on Dec 19.