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Exhibition makes mythical connections

Exploring the origins of Maya and Andean civilizations brings about comparisons that expose similarities to ancient Chinese beliefs.

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Noodling around on long summer days is a Shaanxi tradition

Completion of the first wheat harvest of the year brings a raft of tasty, temperature-taming dishes

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Huashan Mountain, Weinan, Shaanxi

Huashan Mountain in Weinan, Shaanxi, is famed for its breathtaking steepness and dramatic beauty.

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Toronto concert bridges Eastern and Western musical traditions

The timeless elegance of the guzheng (Chinese zither) met the brilliance of the Western violin, while the lively rhythms of the Xinjiang hand drum resonated alongside the mystique of the Indian sitar at a concert in Toronto on June 11. Held at the Aga Khan Museum, the performance transformed music into a dialogue between East and West.

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Traditions build into a tourism powerhouse

Entrepreneurs are using their wits at full power as they discover ordinary villages that have unique histories, turning everyday life into new Chinese-style travel for those who seek immersive cultural experiences and authenticity, Yang Feiyue reports.

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