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Beijing film festival opens with a sea of stars

2024-04-19 06:35

The 14th Beijing International Film Festival kicked off in the Chinese capital's northern outskirts on Thursday, drawing more than 370 stars and filmmakers from home and abroad to share their insights into new movies and the prospects for China's film industry.

A fantastic foursome of strings to sing in New Zealand

2024-04-19 06:23

Amber Quartet, one of China's most celebrated string quartets, will make their debut tour in New Zealand, with activities including three concerts from April 23 to 27 in Picton, Blenheim and Christchurch.

Outstanding character

2024-04-19 06:17

An acclaimed 82-year-old calligrapher continues to write new chapters in his field, Lin Qi reports.

A century often overlooked finally gets into focus

2024-04-19 06:08

From Goya and Tiepolo to Boucher and Chardin, the ongoing exhibition of paintings from the Uffizi Galleries in Shanghai includes 80 paintings by 50 European masters from the 18th century.

Flower festival blooms as tradition fully blossoms

2024-04-19 06:01

Annual Huazhao event offers up examples of cultural experiences, Wang Xin reports.

What's on

2024-04-19 05:55

Of the many art trends initiated by intellectuals in the past, one was painting and writing on fans made of paper and silk.

Menu of success ensures a taste of culture

2024-04-19 05:48

Huaiyang cuisine's subtle but elegant style is a diplomatic triumph, Li Yingxue reports.

Soprano superstar set to present gala in Shanghai

2024-04-18 15:56

One of the most sought after sopranos in global opera theater, Olga Peretyatko will present an opera gala with Shanghai Symphony Orchestra on Friday.

Chinese opera chronicles historic event of CPC

2024-04-18 13:56

The highly anticipated Chinese opera, Nanchang Uprising, featuring tenor Shi Yijie, captivated audiences during its premiere at the China National Opera House in Beijing on April 16 and 17.

Landscapes, country people and homesickness highlighted under strokes

2024-04-18 10:07

Fang Xiangming's landscape paintings evoke the spirit of the Barbizon School, known for its regal depictions of the fields, woods, and people of Barbizon, near Paris, creating a sanctuary for the soul. However, Fang's work takes on a distinct mood as he captures the landscapes and inhabitants of his native town in Kaihua, located in west Zhejiang province.

24 Solar Terms: 5 things you may not know about Grain Rain

2024-04-18 09:30

The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Grain Rain (Chinese: 谷雨),as the last term in spring, starts on April 19 and ends on May 4.

World Heritage Day: 10 must-visit archaeological sites in China

2024-04-18 06:55

As April 18 marks the International Day for Monuments and Sites, also known as World Heritage Day, we've selected ten archaeological sites in China that merit exploration.

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