Two decades after launching his influential Doves of the Middle East series, Chinese artist Feng Shaoxie has once again turned to his brush to voice a call for peace, unveiling his latest oil painting, 2026: The Falling Olive Branch, amid complex international tensions.
As the May Day holiday approaches, Beidaihe New District in Hebei province is rolling out a refreshing seaside experience. A curated mix of trendy shops, a new hotel, live performances, and family-friendly attractions has been assembled along the Bohai Bay coastline.
The Third Summit on Music Intelligence opened on Sunday at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, bringing together leading experts, scholars, and industry representatives from various fields including music artificial intelligence, computer music, music neuroscience, digital arts, performance science, music education, and industry applications.
The Short Video Section of the 16th Beijing International Film Festival wrapped up in Jiyuan, Henan province, on April 23, drawing over 7,000 entries — a record high. From landscapes to local culture, short videos are becoming a powerful medium for telling China’s stories and a way to connect with global audiences. Through the creators’ lenses, Jiyuan’s heritage and scenery are reaching a wider world. More than just a film event, the festival highlights how short-form content is driving the integration of culture and tourism.
Beyond the short video section of the Beijing International Film Festival, Wulongkou in Jiyuan offers a different kind of story.
In 2024, the family of late sculptor and educator Liu Kaiqu (1904-93) donated 23 of his works to the China National Academy of Painting. The gift not only strengthens the academy's collection but also supports its long-term research into 20th-century Chinese art, a focus since its founding.
The Shanghai Opera House hosted a concert by renowned zhongruan (Chinese plucked string instrument) artist Zhang Biyun on April 17.
With the May Day holiday fast approaching, Beijing is pulling out all the stops. The city's culture and tourism bureau has unveiled an ambitious lineup of more than 2,000 events, designed to draw visitors into both iconic landmarks and lesser-known corners of the capital.
Over two decades ago, Suede's arrival in Beijing was met with wide-eyed curiosity and anticipation. The British rock band, known for its moody, cinematic sounds, was embarking on what would be a historical moment.
The third edition of the Spring of Traditional Chinese Music Festival came to a conclusion with a concert, The Night of Huqin, at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Saturday.
Postage stamps and Chinese crafted seals both celebrated people's unbounded creativity and cultural lineage within a space of inches. China Post's recently issued stamp collection presents the combined artistry of the two forms, illuminating the various dimensions of history.
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