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On the eastern bank of Ulungur Lake in Xinjiang stretches around five kilometer long Yardang landform, a surreal masterpiece sculptured by wind and time. Viewing from other sides of the lake, this geological wonder looks as a floating ghost city from with rise intensive sandcastles and stone forests. 

Tianjin wrestling expert Zhang Shaohua has embarked on a journey north with two young disciples to the vast grasslands of Inner Mongolia. They came not only to gain technical knowledge, but for a journey into tradition and culture. Under skies washed in blue and across carpets of green, galloping herds streaked the horizon. The young…

Located in the Junggar Basin, the Gurbantunggut Desert is the second largest desert in China, as well as the largest fixed and semi-fixed desert. Known as a wet desert because the sand dunes are covered in snow in winter, it is inhabited by a few ephemeral plants and drought-tolerant animals. 

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-08/China-s-railways-embrace-e-invoices-in-push-for-digital-services-1GvaU3AiBCE/img/5fbe2daa488e4c159a4dbff4fee093c3/5fbe2daa488e4c159a4dbff4fee093c3.jpeg' alt='Paper-based passenger tickets for China's railway. /VCG' In a significant move highlighting its commitment to digital advancement, China will phase out paper-based passenger train tickets starting October. China Railway Group (CR) announced on Monday that digital invoices will become the standard for all rail travel. Travelers will no longer receive paper reimbursement vouchers. Instead,…

The Great Wall stretches across northern China from Hushan in Shandong Province to Jiayuguan in Gansu Province. In northwestern China’s Xinjiang, there is an underground “Great Wall” known as a karez, a vast subterranean irrigation system that surrounds the city of Turpan. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-07/Underground-Great-Wall-ensures-water-supply-in-arid-Turpan-1G0PP4R5d3G/img/0bb3ca5ca39f43f09c3f3f1cee23eafb/0bb3ca5ca39f43f09c3f3f1cee23eafb.jpeg' alt='Clay models depict how people used to draw water from a…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-07/Herdsmen-drive-livestock-to-winter-pastures-in-Xinjiang-1Gtoe3ToHw4/img/3bc4113faaf84e0faeadf9f9b0bba8a2/3bc4113faaf84e0faeadf9f9b0bba8a2.jpeg'Herdsmen are seen driving their livestock to winter pastures on September 6, 2025 in Altay, Xinjiang. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-07/Herdsmen-drive-livestock-to-winter-pastures-in-Xinjiang-1Gtoe3ToHw4/img/3bc4113faaf84e0faeadf9f9b0bba8a2/3bc4113faaf84e0faeadf9f9b0bba8a2.jpeg'Herdsmen are seen driving their livestock to winter pastures on September 6, 2025 in Altay, Xinjiang. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-07/Herdsmen-drive-livestock-to-winter-pastures-in-Xinjiang-1Gtoe3ToHw4/img/3bc4113faaf84e0faeadf9f9b0bba8a2/3bc4113faaf84e0faeadf9f9b0bba8a2.jpeg'Herdsmen are seen driving their livestock to winter pastures on September 6, 2025 in Altay, Xinjiang. /VCG <img…

Three generations of the Wu family from Mengcun are masters of the local form of Bajiquan. As part of the post-90s generation, Wu Hao is still learning, taught by his grandfather and father, Wu Lianzhi and Wu Dawei. Most of the time they live like an ordinary family. But when they’re on the training ground,…

You won’t find a place hotter than Turpan. Here more than 100 days a year are higher than 35℃ (95℉). Thanks to the high temperature, long sunshine duration and big temperature difference between day and night, Turpan contributes 1/5 of grape output in China and its grapes are of the sweetest nationwide!

China’s services trade showed steady growth in the first seven months of 2025, with a significant rise in travel-related service trade, according to official data released on Friday.  The country’s services trade volume reached 4.58 trillion yuan (about $641.3 billion) during this period, an increase of 8.2 percent year over year, as reported by the…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-05/Butterfly-or-clam-Shenzhen-fashion-HQ-redefines-green-design-1Gq8QCTsn8A/img/a631990228724c0281b83ab58702871a/a631990228724c0281b83ab58702871a.jpeg'Marisfrolg Pavilion, the headquarters of the Shenzhen-based fashion brand Marisfrolg, is seen from a bird’s eye view in Shenzhen, Guangdong on September 1, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-05/Butterfly-or-clam-Shenzhen-fashion-HQ-redefines-green-design-1Gq8QCTsn8A/img/a631990228724c0281b83ab58702871a/a631990228724c0281b83ab58702871a.jpeg'Marisfrolg Pavilion, the headquarters of the Shenzhen-based fashion brand Marisfrolg, is seen from a bird’s eye view in Shenzhen, Guangdong on September 1, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-05/Butterfly-or-clam-Shenzhen-fashion-HQ-redefines-green-design-1Gq8QCTsn8A/img/a631990228724c0281b83ab58702871a/a631990228724c0281b83ab58702871a.jpeg'Marisfrolg Pavilion,…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-04/Five-colored-beach-a-Yardang-landform-born-from-sunlight-and-thunder-1G0R53ghQU8/img/f67ab78307714e64a914b8ad81ab1ad8/f67ab78307714e64a914b8ad81ab1ad8.jpeg'Five-colored Beach Park in Altai Prefecture, Xinjiang astonishes tourists with its rainbow-colored Yardang landform that features sandstone and mud rocks in various hues of red, ocher, and light yellow and green. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-04/Five-colored-beach-a-Yardang-landform-born-from-sunlight-and-thunder-1G0R53ghQU8/img/f67ab78307714e64a914b8ad81ab1ad8/f67ab78307714e64a914b8ad81ab1ad8.jpeg'Five-colored Beach Park in Altai Prefecture, Xinjiang astonishes tourists with its rainbow-colored Yardang landform that features sandstone and mud rocks in…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-04/Sweet-sensation-Alpine-grapes-hit-markets-across-Guizhou-1Gop94M2772/img/bfad980c8f9f485987da65128de8e90a/bfad980c8f9f485987da65128de8e90a.jpeg'Ripe alpine grapes are seen in Jiulong Village, Tongren City, southwest China’s Guizhou Province on August 25, 2025. /Photo provided to CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-04/Sweet-sensation-Alpine-grapes-hit-markets-across-Guizhou-1Gop94M2772/img/bfad980c8f9f485987da65128de8e90a/bfad980c8f9f485987da65128de8e90a.jpeg'Ripe alpine grapes are seen in Jiulong Village, Tongren City, southwest China’s Guizhou Province on August 25, 2025. /Photo provided to CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-04/Sweet-sensation-Alpine-grapes-hit-markets-across-Guizhou-1Gop94M2772/img/bfad980c8f9f485987da65128de8e90a/bfad980c8f9f485987da65128de8e90a.jpeg'Ripe alpine grapes are seen in Jiulong Village,…

A major exhibition in Hong Kong is honoring China’s united efforts in the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression which started in 1931. Co-organized by the National Museum of China and the Hong Kong Museum of History, it features the rare relics and interactive displays, highlighting contributions from Hong Kong and the rest of the…

China’s first 8K movie shot in space, titled “Shenzhou 13,” was officially launched in Beijing on Friday. Produced by China Media Group (CMG), the film is set to premiere nationwide on September 5. The movie is based on the six-month orbital mission of astronauts Zhai Zhigang, Wang Yaping and Ye Guangfu aboard China’s space station….

A themed subway train commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was put into operation in Beijing on Sunday. The train, operating on the city’s Line 19, will run for one month, and features seven themed carriages. Through graphic displays,…

The core area of Tiananmen Square is now largely ready for the commemoration marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, scheduled for September 3. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-09-02/Tiananmen-Square-set-for-80th-anniversary-commemoration-1Gldfs0Smsg/img/61dd95d5ba76461c9c06dad7715d60da/61dd95d5ba76461c9c06dad7715d60da.jpeg' alt='' The square features red, gold and green decorations. Green at the base represents…

In China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the Aweitan Reservoir in Altay has become a lively stopover for migratory birds on their journey south. Egrets, wild ducks, geese and other species can be seen foraging and playing in the water, creating a vibrant autumn scene. Situated along the lower reaches of the Kelan River, the reservoir…

In Cangzhou, Bajiquan is more than just a martial art; it’s a symbol of the local cultural identity. Every year, thousands of enthusiasts from around the world visit the city in north China’s Hebei province to explore the roots of martial arts and promote international exchange. For Cangzhou residents, practicing Bajiquan is part of their…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-31/Hong-Kong-holds-drone-show-to-mark-anniversary-of-War-of-Resistance-1GhKyBzyj84/img/e6d9aefcbd4246ae9f0d44f80e7118fc/e6d9aefcbd4246ae9f0d44f80e7118fc.jpeg'People enjoy a drone show marking the 80th anniversary of War of Resistance in Hong Kong on August 30, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-31/Hong-Kong-holds-drone-show-to-mark-anniversary-of-War-of-Resistance-1GhKyBzyj84/img/e6d9aefcbd4246ae9f0d44f80e7118fc/e6d9aefcbd4246ae9f0d44f80e7118fc.jpeg'People enjoy a drone show marking the 80th anniversary of War of Resistance in Hong Kong on August 30, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-31/Hong-Kong-holds-drone-show-to-mark-anniversary-of-War-of-Resistance-1GhKyBzyj84/img/e6d9aefcbd4246ae9f0d44f80e7118fc/e6d9aefcbd4246ae9f0d44f80e7118fc.jpeg'People enjoy a drone show marking the 80th anniversary of…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-31/Flowers-greet-guests-at-SCO-Summit-in-Tianjin-1GhRSE8cCas/img/c981fee2da93497c9aebf204a74a53cc/c981fee2da93497c9aebf204a74a53cc.jpeg'The 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit opens in north China’s Tianjin. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-31/Flowers-greet-guests-at-SCO-Summit-in-Tianjin-1GhRSE8cCas/img/c981fee2da93497c9aebf204a74a53cc/c981fee2da93497c9aebf204a74a53cc.jpeg'The 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit opens in north China’s Tianjin. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-31/Flowers-greet-guests-at-SCO-Summit-in-Tianjin-1GhRSE8cCas/img/c981fee2da93497c9aebf204a74a53cc/c981fee2da93497c9aebf204a74a53cc.jpeg'The 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit opens in north China’s Tianjin. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-31/Flowers-greet-guests-at-SCO-Summit-in-Tianjin-1GhRSE8cCas/img/c981fee2da93497c9aebf204a74a53cc/c981fee2da93497c9aebf204a74a53cc.jpeg'The 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit opens in north China’s Tianjin….

Chinese World War II film “Dongji Rescue” held its premiere in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on August 28, attracting a large audience of local viewers and industry professionals, with an overwhelmingly positive response. The film recounted the story of how Chinese fishermen risked their lives to rescue more than 300 British prisoners of…

A spectacular light show is being held along the Haihe River in the port city of Tianjin in north China on Thursday, as part of the buildup of the upcoming 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit.   Scheduled for August 31 and September 1, the summit will be the largest gathering in the SCO’s history,…

In our series “Art Amid the Flames,” we explore how Chinese artists, scholars, and institutions kept culture and creativity alive during the War of Resistance. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, when rifles were scarce and defeat seemed certain, a group of Chinese soldiers reached for an ancient weapon — the broadsword —…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-29/Qixi-Festival-light-show-wows-night-sky-in-east-China-1Gemr9sLoYM/img/89e7e857128747deb36ed0552a9b9d3b/89e7e857128747deb36ed0552a9b9d3b.jpeg'The “Dragon Eye” Ferris wheel in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province stages a Qixi Festival-themed light show on Aug 28, 2025. /IC <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-29/Qixi-Festival-light-show-wows-night-sky-in-east-China-1Gemr9sLoYM/img/89e7e857128747deb36ed0552a9b9d3b/89e7e857128747deb36ed0552a9b9d3b.jpeg'The “Dragon Eye” Ferris wheel in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province stages a Qixi Festival-themed light show on Aug 28, 2025. /IC <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-29/Qixi-Festival-light-show-wows-night-sky-in-east-China-1Gemr9sLoYM/img/89e7e857128747deb36ed0552a9b9d3b/89e7e857128747deb36ed0552a9b9d3b.jpeg'The “Dragon Eye” Ferris wheel in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province stages a Qixi…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-28/Mahua-a-must-have-snack-in-Tianjin-1GcOoHb9CdW/img/2509d3f1b8e64bf99d0c7291e37ad0fb/2509d3f1b8e64bf99d0c7291e37ad0fb.jpeg'A store sells mahua, a type of fried dough twist, in Tianjin on August 25, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-28/Mahua-a-must-have-snack-in-Tianjin-1GcOoHb9CdW/img/2509d3f1b8e64bf99d0c7291e37ad0fb/2509d3f1b8e64bf99d0c7291e37ad0fb.jpeg'A store sells mahua, a type of fried dough twist, in Tianjin on August 25, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-28/Mahua-a-must-have-snack-in-Tianjin-1GcOoHb9CdW/img/2509d3f1b8e64bf99d0c7291e37ad0fb/2509d3f1b8e64bf99d0c7291e37ad0fb.jpeg'A store sells mahua, a type of fried dough twist, in Tianjin on August 25, 2025. /VCG The…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-28/Hainan-s-Wuzhishan-Reservoir-shimmers-in-summer-sun-1GcUNSIuIco/img/4bd24ede7f46449388cf8d0c49a12b81/4bd24ede7f46449388cf8d0c49a12b81.jpeg'A photo shows the lush greenery surrounding a reservoir in Wuzhishan City, Hainan Province, on August 19, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-28/Hainan-s-Wuzhishan-Reservoir-shimmers-in-summer-sun-1GcUNSIuIco/img/4bd24ede7f46449388cf8d0c49a12b81/4bd24ede7f46449388cf8d0c49a12b81.jpeg'A photo shows the lush greenery surrounding a reservoir in Wuzhishan City, Hainan Province, on August 19, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-28/Hainan-s-Wuzhishan-Reservoir-shimmers-in-summer-sun-1GcUNSIuIco/img/4bd24ede7f46449388cf8d0c49a12b81/4bd24ede7f46449388cf8d0c49a12b81.jpeg'A photo shows the lush greenery surrounding a reservoir in Wuzhishan City, Hainan Province,…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-27/Cyberpunk-Labubu-takes-Chongqing-by-storm-1GbchDq1eEw/img/c3ff387df38b466bb4d4cff1ce04c32a/c3ff387df38b466bb4d4cff1ce04c32a.jpeg'A giant cyberpunk-style Labubu is seen at the Changjiahui Shopping Park in Chongqing on August 26, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-27/Cyberpunk-Labubu-takes-Chongqing-by-storm-1GbchDq1eEw/img/c3ff387df38b466bb4d4cff1ce04c32a/c3ff387df38b466bb4d4cff1ce04c32a.jpeg'A giant cyberpunk-style Labubu is seen at the Changjiahui Shopping Park in Chongqing on August 26, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-27/Cyberpunk-Labubu-takes-Chongqing-by-storm-1GbchDq1eEw/img/c3ff387df38b466bb4d4cff1ce04c32a/c3ff387df38b466bb4d4cff1ce04c32a.jpeg'A giant cyberpunk-style Labubu is seen at the Changjiahui Shopping Park in Chongqing on August 26,…

August 27 marks the first-ever World Lake Day, a designation made by the United Nations in December 2024. Lakes – whether natural or artificial – store over 90 percent of the world’s surface freshwater and play an irreplaceable role in sustaining biodiversity, regulating climate, controlling floods and capturing carbon. Yet they are increasingly under threat…

A family heirloom dubbed the “martial arts manual” still ignites a spark in the nearly 60-year-old man’s eyes. This precious wrestling manual, passed down from Zhang Shaohua’s father, documents the history, techniques, and spirit of Chinese wrestling. Transitioning from wrestler to coach has strengthened Zhang’s conviction and made him all the more determined to keep…

The Mongolian Bökh competition kicked off amidst great anticipation at the 35th Inner Mongolia Grassland Naadam Festival, with more than 500 Bökh wrestlers from Inner Mongolia engaged in fierce competition. On the vast grasslands, Bökh is known as one of the “Three Manly Skills” alongside horse racing and archery. In ancient times, wrestling competitions were…

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For those seeking an exhilarating adventure and a refreshing escape during the summer, rafting is an ideal choice. A 6.5-kilometer-long canyon rafting route in Yichang City, Hubei Province has not only brought joy to visitors, but also contributed to the vibrancy of local tourism. Since launching the rafting experience in April, the Chaotianhou scenic spot…

Ever blown your own sugar sculpture? Or kept rhythm with wooden clappers while performing crosstalk, a traditional form of Chinese stand-up comedy? Maybe these precious clay figurines will leave you speechless! Whatever the case may be, Tianjin has plenty of traditional experiences that will take your breath away.

At night, dancers, karaoke singers, fishermen, and locals and tourists alike head to the banks of the Haihe River in Tianjin to bask in the summer breeze and enjoy the city’s dazzling skyline.

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Forget the gym. If you want to see real strength, check out Tianjin’s Wangchuanchang Park. From swinging barbells to juggling kettlebells, to some of the most hardcore calisthenics out there, these senior citizens prove that age is just a number. 

The documentary “Sculpting the Soul of Tianjin” follows Zhang Yu, the sixth-generation inheritor of the renowned Clay Figure Zhang family. It traces his lineage back to his ancestor Zhang Mingshan, who arrived in Tianjin from Shaoxing in the 19th century and transformed the local clay into lifelike figurines. Tianjin, with its historic concessions, bustling old…

The Fushan Bay Light Show is not only a visual feast but also a concentrated display of Qingdao’s urban culture and modern technology. It attracts a large number of tourists from China and abroad every year and has become an indispensable part of Qingdao’s night tours.

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Mongolian Bökh, honored as a Chinese intangible cultural heritage, is a traditional wrestling sport that has been passed down for thousands of years. Wrestlers wear a distinctive open-front leather jacket known as the “zodog” and a colorful “jangaa” around their necks to symbolize honor. More than a contest of physical prowess, Bökh embodies the courage…

The Haihe River in Tianjin was illuminated with a dazzling light show ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit from August 31 to September 1. The dynamic light display turned buildings, bridges, and piers along the river into a sweeping nightscape scroll, telling stories of China and the world throughout history and into the…

The Phoenix Coronet for Empress Xiaoduan is one of the most celebrated artifacts at the National Museum of China in Beijing, attracting long queues of visitors eager to admire and photograph its intricate beauty. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-20/Exquisite-phoenix-coronet-draws-crowds-at-National-Museum-of-China-1FZCoaoHmQE/img/f68a27c1948d46e8ab4c1a00be8314f5/f68a27c1948d46e8ab4c1a00be8314f5.jpeg'Visitors admire the Phoenix Coronet for Empress Xiaoduan on display at the National Museum of China in Beijing. /CGTN <img…

Shanghai Zoo has stepped up its efforts to protect its animals from a sweltering heatwave. Flamingos were kept cool with mist sprays, elephants splashed in ponds, red pandas received chunks of ice, and giant pandas enjoyed food in air-conditioned rooms. Staff also trimmed the animals’ fur and updated their diets, adding more juicy fruits and…

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The wetlands of the Naoli River National Nature Reserve in Raohe County, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, are teeming with life as the clear waters, lush reeds and flocks of birds add to the thriving ecosystem. The area is now home to more than 250 bird species, making it an important stopover site for migratory birds traveling across the…

No one can resist giant pandas. These black-and-white wonders have captured the hearts of people from around the world, including the participants of the World Games in Chengdu. During breaks from competition, they made a beeline for the panda base, filming videos, snapping photos, and picking up panda plushies as souvenirs. The panda journey added…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-17/Tianjin-s-Tianhou-Temple-A-cultural-legacy-of-centuries-1FQTFvHX71K/img/9f3a94721bd349928d5fb68c195fbf94/9f3a94721bd349928d5fb68c195fbf94.jpeg'The Tianhou Temple is a place to discover the essence of Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-17/Tianjin-s-Tianhou-Temple-A-cultural-legacy-of-centuries-1FQTFvHX71K/img/9f3a94721bd349928d5fb68c195fbf94/9f3a94721bd349928d5fb68c195fbf94.jpeg'The Tianhou Temple is a place to discover the essence of Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-17/Tianjin-s-Tianhou-Temple-A-cultural-legacy-of-centuries-1FQTFvHX71K/img/9f3a94721bd349928d5fb68c195fbf94/9f3a94721bd349928d5fb68c195fbf94.jpeg'The Tianhou Temple is a place to discover the essence of Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-17/Tianjin-s-Tianhou-Temple-A-cultural-legacy-of-centuries-1FQTFvHX71K/img/9f3a94721bd349928d5fb68c195fbf94/9f3a94721bd349928d5fb68c195fbf94.jpeg'The Tianhou Temple is a place to discover the essence of Tianjin….

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-17/UN-80-A-Chinese-village-s-journey-out-of-poverty-1FUz54x7lQY/img/6d6c12142a824a9c8c51a44cd48023bc/6d6c12142a824a9c8c51a44cd48023bc.jpeg'Villagers prepare for a folklore performance that showcases the traditional lifestyle and culture of the middle reaches of the Yellow River. The open space at the foot of the mountain serves as the stage, and farm tools act as props. The villagers are the actors and actresses. As soon as the village radio announces…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-16/Mu-Us-Desert-transformed-Locals-fight-desertification-1FSMId6aOs0/img/a2184502bbd34716b165f3fcb2adbd31/a2184502bbd34716b165f3fcb2adbd31.jpeg'A photo taken in September 2021 shows Guo Chengwang planting a sapling next to his house. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-16/Mu-Us-Desert-transformed-Locals-fight-desertification-1FSMId6aOs0/img/a2184502bbd34716b165f3fcb2adbd31/a2184502bbd34716b165f3fcb2adbd31.jpeg'A photo taken in September 2021 shows Guo Chengwang planting a sapling next to his house. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-16/Mu-Us-Desert-transformed-Locals-fight-desertification-1FSMId6aOs0/img/a2184502bbd34716b165f3fcb2adbd31/a2184502bbd34716b165f3fcb2adbd31.jpeg'A photo taken in September 2021 shows Guo Chengwang planting a sapling next to his house. /CGTN <img…

In Xizang’s Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, once-isolated valleys and lakes are now thriving through eco-tourism. Improved infrastructure has opened access to stunning sites like Sakpu Snow Mountain and the Three-Color Lake, where conservation and community prosperity go hand in hand. Visitors can ride horses across vast meadows, stargaze from luxury tents, and enjoy sunrise performances of…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-15/Yak-dung-art-A-unique-tribute-1FReOko8S8U/img/c54d4c724bc545df824f7d0d14e01b1e/c54d4c724bc545df824f7d0d14e01b1e.jpeg'A photo shows sculptures made from yak dung, adorned with colorful paintings, created by local herders in Nagqu, Xizang Autonomous Region, August 14, 2025. /By Luo Caiwen and Huang Yue, CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-15/Yak-dung-art-A-unique-tribute-1FReOko8S8U/img/c54d4c724bc545df824f7d0d14e01b1e/c54d4c724bc545df824f7d0d14e01b1e.jpeg'A photo shows sculptures made from yak dung, adorned with colorful paintings, created by local herders in Nagqu, Xizang Autonomous Region, August…

China’s Przewalski’s horse population has grown to over 900 – about one-third of the global total – marking 40 years since the species’ reintroduction. Native to Xinjiang’s Junggar Basin and parts of Mongolia, the world’s only surviving wild horse remains endangered but has thrived thanks to decades of habitat restoration and breeding programs. Today, rewilding…

High in the Kunlun Mountains of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, rare ibex goats – a species under national second-class protection – were recently caught on camera scaling near-vertical rock faces with remarkable ease. The footage shows them hugging sheer cliffs, leaping onto narrow ledges, and maintaining flawless balance. Known for their agility and…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-14/China-to-launch-new-visa-for-young-science-technology-professionals-1FPPkIeRb7G/img/ebd04cb164734c40bef5649767319de5/ebd04cb164734c40bef5649767319de5.png' alt='Beijing Daxing International Airport, Beijing, January 8, 2025. /VCG' China will introduce a new visa category for young science and technology talents, following a decision by the State Council. Premier Li Qiang has signed a State Council decree to promulgate the decision to amend the country’s regulation on the administration of foreigners’ entries…

Can you imagine a venue still in use after more than 50 years? The World Games are in full swing in Chengdu, so we visited one of the city’s first major sports venues and an incubator of talent, Chengbei Gymnasium. Having been renovated with care, the iconic venue now plays host to dance events for…

The Massive Bronze Sacred Tree, also known as the No. 1 Sacred Tree, is one of the most iconic treasures at the Sanxingdui Museum in Sichuan Province. Though incomplete at the top, the restored tree still stands at an impressive 396 centimeters tall, making it the largest single bronze artifact ever discovered in the world….

Join Zhang Yu on a stroll through Tianjin, where the city’s heartbeat echoes through Clay Figure Zhang. As a sixth-generation inheritor of this national intangible cultural heritage and Tianjin cultural emblem, Zhang blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. He captures the most vivid memories of Tianjin through clay, preserving not only an art form, but…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-12/Anren-Ancient-Town-A-living-museum-in-Sichuan-1FqFcHKYkV2/img/77b971417e0145b5ab3f380a5de97202/77b971417e0145b5ab3f380a5de97202.jpeg'Decorative engravings are seen on the façade of a mansion at the Liu’s Manor Museum in Anren Ancient Town in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-12/Anren-Ancient-Town-A-living-museum-in-Sichuan-1FqFcHKYkV2/img/77b971417e0145b5ab3f380a5de97202/77b971417e0145b5ab3f380a5de97202.jpeg'Decorative engravings are seen on the façade of a mansion at the Liu’s Manor Museum in Anren Ancient Town in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. /CGTN With a history of more…

As the umbrella ribs open and close, Hanfu robes flutter gracefully, as if traversing ancient and modern times. This is not just a dance but a flowing feast of intangible cultural heritage. The younger generation seems to be interpreting the beauty of Chinese culture in a new way.

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/How-Xinjiang-village-transformed-from-dusty-fields-to-lavender-dreams-1FJ5XSgDBh6/img/7287e52a123b44118a9f5ba2d38dcaba/7287e52a123b44118a9f5ba2d38dcaba.jpeg' alt='Lavender fields in the village of Sigong.' Tucked away in the Ili River Valley in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the village of Sigong once struggled to survive. The soil here was thin, rocky and poor for farming. Yields were low, income was meager and the village streets were quiet except for…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Tianjin-s-Italianate-town-A-step-into-Europe-1FDQRlD8Rm8/img/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96.jpeg'A view of the Italianate town in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Tianjin-s-Italianate-town-A-step-into-Europe-1FDQRlD8Rm8/img/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96.jpeg'A view of the Italianate town in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Tianjin-s-Italianate-town-A-step-into-Europe-1FDQRlD8Rm8/img/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96.jpeg'A view of the Italianate town in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Tianjin-s-Italianate-town-A-step-into-Europe-1FDQRlD8Rm8/img/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96.jpeg'A view of the Italianate town in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Tianjin-s-Italianate-town-A-step-into-Europe-1FDQRlD8Rm8/img/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96.jpeg'A view of the Italianate town in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Tianjin-s-Italianate-town-A-step-into-Europe-1FDQRlD8Rm8/img/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96/8cd03339603340afb52355f7e431db96.jpeg'A view of the…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Step-into-Kazanqi-Where-culture-lives-and-locals-thrive-1FJ2Yesuf3W/img/788291ac4523459191d3fc691499c32f/788291ac4523459191d3fc691499c32f.jpeg'Tourists tour around Kazanqi in traditional horse carriages. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Step-into-Kazanqi-Where-culture-lives-and-locals-thrive-1FJ2Yesuf3W/img/788291ac4523459191d3fc691499c32f/788291ac4523459191d3fc691499c32f.jpeg'Tourists tour around Kazanqi in traditional horse carriages. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-10/Step-into-Kazanqi-Where-culture-lives-and-locals-thrive-1FJ2Yesuf3W/img/788291ac4523459191d3fc691499c32f/788291ac4523459191d3fc691499c32f.jpeg'Tourists tour around Kazanqi in traditional horse carriages. Once known for its dusty, uneven roads and unimpressive infrastructure, Kazanqi – located in the old town of Yining City, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region – has…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-09/Tianjin-sugar-painting-Sweet-art-on-the-tip-of-the-tongue-1FDOFSODUnC/img/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc.jpeg'Intricate sugar paintings are a celebrated art form in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-09/Tianjin-sugar-painting-Sweet-art-on-the-tip-of-the-tongue-1FDOFSODUnC/img/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc.jpeg'Intricate sugar paintings are a celebrated art form in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-09/Tianjin-sugar-painting-Sweet-art-on-the-tip-of-the-tongue-1FDOFSODUnC/img/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc.jpeg'Intricate sugar paintings are a celebrated art form in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-09/Tianjin-sugar-painting-Sweet-art-on-the-tip-of-the-tongue-1FDOFSODUnC/img/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc.jpeg'Intricate sugar paintings are a celebrated art form in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-09/Tianjin-sugar-painting-Sweet-art-on-the-tip-of-the-tongue-1FDOFSODUnC/img/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc/67135fb8d672466d961ae2b9530fc4bc.jpeg'Intricate sugar paintings are a celebrated…

Often hailed as the “Oscars of the illustration world,” the 58th Bologna Illustrators Exhibition recently opened at Today Art Museum in Beijing. What highlights of the ongoing exhibition captivate art aficionados and families alike? Watch this to find out!

Adjacent to the capital city of Beijing, Tianjin boasts a profound historical and cultural heritage, blending the architectural essence of both Eastern and Western traditions. Along the renowned Five Great Avenues, over 2,000 European-style villas stand as witnesses to a century of history, while the Ancient Culture Street brims with intangible cultural heritage. As dusk…

It’s a summer of sports in Chengdu, so we hit the streets in the capital of Sichuan Province and managed to rope strangers into a tug-of-war contest. We pulled together, as it were, with locals and people from all over the world and asked them if they knew Chengdu is playing host to The World…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-07/In-the-footsteps-of-a-poet-The-Du-Fu-Thatched-Cottage-in-Chengdu-1Ff6IeMJE2c/img/28f450856dc745eca189975aa20886d8/28f450856dc745eca189975aa20886d8.jpeg'People visit the Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum in Sichuan Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-07/In-the-footsteps-of-a-poet-The-Du-Fu-Thatched-Cottage-in-Chengdu-1Ff6IeMJE2c/img/28f450856dc745eca189975aa20886d8/28f450856dc745eca189975aa20886d8.jpeg'People visit the Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum in Sichuan Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-07/In-the-footsteps-of-a-poet-The-Du-Fu-Thatched-Cottage-in-Chengdu-1Ff6IeMJE2c/img/28f450856dc745eca189975aa20886d8/28f450856dc745eca189975aa20886d8.jpeg'People visit the Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum in Sichuan Province. /CGTN Once the residence of one of China’s greatest poets, the Chengdu Du Fu…

Since its premiere on July 25, the domestic box office revenue for “Dead to Rights” has exceeded 1.8 billion yuan, topping the global box office rankings for the previous weekend. Beginning August 7, the film will be released in international markets including Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, and other countries around the globe….

Let’s meet the Xizang equestrian team. CGTN reporter Chen Yilin visits their training grounds to find out how these young riders, born into the saddle traditions of Xizang, are becoming national champions on the racecourse.

The Chaozhou Yingge dance originated over 600 years ago along the coastal areas in south China as a form of martial practice, where the locals discreetly trained using military-style dances. Over the centuries, the practice has evolved into a vibrant performance art characterized by powerful percussion and dynamic movements blending strength and grace.

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-05/Exploring-Chengdu-s-historic-Wuhou-Shrine-1FdsGkrm7cY/img/110257acdd73460ba85bf2ae07ce08cd/110257acdd73460ba85bf2ae07ce08cd.jpeg'People visit the Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum in Sichuan Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-05/Exploring-Chengdu-s-historic-Wuhou-Shrine-1FdsGkrm7cY/img/110257acdd73460ba85bf2ae07ce08cd/110257acdd73460ba85bf2ae07ce08cd.jpeg'People visit the Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum in Sichuan Province. /CGTN For history enthusiasts, especially those captivated by the tales of the Three Kingdoms period (220-280), the Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum offers a rich journey into the legendary era. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-05/Exploring-Chengdu-s-historic-Wuhou-Shrine-1FdsGkrm7cY/img/0c80bb2cae164ea38915ba27ce1c08b8/0c80bb2cae164ea38915ba27ce1c08b8.jpeg'An inscription…

Over 700 years ago, renowned Italian traveler Marco Polo formed a lasting bond with Hangzhou during his journey through China. In his famous travelogue “The Travels of Marco Polo,” he devoted more words to Hangzhou than any other Chinese city, calling it “the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world.” <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-05/Hangzhou-The-heavenly-city-that-bridges-past-and-present-1FAAhKog6L6/img/b989c32382c34c419c8b446654dcb02f/b989c32382c34c419c8b446654dcb02f.jpeg' alt='A file…

China’s National Fitness Day falls on August 8. Join our reporter at the Beijing International Sculpture Park to witness a gravity-defying morning workout. Among the fitness enthusiasts, one Beijing resident stood out, effortlessly executing a jaw-dropping 360-degree spin on the pull-up bar. She proves that when it comes to strength, agility, and determination, age is…

In 1275, when Italian traveler Marco Polo arrived in Dadu, the capital of the Yuan Dynasty, the imperial palace had just been structurally completed, and he bore witness to the rise of a grand eastern metropolis. “The entire city’s ground plan resembles a chessboard. Its perfection is beyond description,” wrote Marco Polo in his famed…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-03/Chengdu-Panda-Base-A-paradise-for-panda-lovers-1F328ucl5MQ/img/d0d6dfa16feb479b8235f4d62ce5a4f6/d0d6dfa16feb479b8235f4d62ce5a4f6.jpeg'Giant pandas enjoy some leisure time at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in Sichuan Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-03/Chengdu-Panda-Base-A-paradise-for-panda-lovers-1F328ucl5MQ/img/d0d6dfa16feb479b8235f4d62ce5a4f6/d0d6dfa16feb479b8235f4d62ce5a4f6.jpeg'Giant pandas enjoy some leisure time at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in Sichuan Province. /CGTN For panda enthusiasts worldwide, the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in Sichuan Province…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-03/Lake-Pelku-A-highland-gem-in-Xizang-1Fxe2UfMTG8/img/7b2503d3ed46453eadd1a4193224893a/7b2503d3ed46453eadd1a4193224893a.jpeg'A view of Lake Pelku in Shigatse, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-03/Lake-Pelku-A-highland-gem-in-Xizang-1Fxe2UfMTG8/img/7b2503d3ed46453eadd1a4193224893a/7b2503d3ed46453eadd1a4193224893a.jpeg'A view of Lake Pelku in Shigatse, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-03/Lake-Pelku-A-highland-gem-in-Xizang-1Fxe2UfMTG8/img/7b2503d3ed46453eadd1a4193224893a/7b2503d3ed46453eadd1a4193224893a.jpeg'A view of Lake Pelku in Shigatse, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-03/Lake-Pelku-A-highland-gem-in-Xizang-1Fxe2UfMTG8/img/7b2503d3ed46453eadd1a4193224893a/7b2503d3ed46453eadd1a4193224893a.jpeg'A view of Lake Pelku in Shigatse, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region….

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-02/Tianjin-cuisine-A-symphony-of-river-sea-and-homey-flavors-1FoBq45zd0k/img/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834.jpeg'Tianjin’s local cuisine /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-02/Tianjin-cuisine-A-symphony-of-river-sea-and-homey-flavors-1FoBq45zd0k/img/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834.jpeg'Tianjin’s local cuisine /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-02/Tianjin-cuisine-A-symphony-of-river-sea-and-homey-flavors-1FoBq45zd0k/img/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834.jpeg'Tianjin’s local cuisine /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-02/Tianjin-cuisine-A-symphony-of-river-sea-and-homey-flavors-1FoBq45zd0k/img/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834.jpeg'Tianjin’s local cuisine /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-02/Tianjin-cuisine-A-symphony-of-river-sea-and-homey-flavors-1FoBq45zd0k/img/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834.jpeg'Tianjin’s local cuisine /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-08-02/Tianjin-cuisine-A-symphony-of-river-sea-and-homey-flavors-1FoBq45zd0k/img/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834/ac2f7eb1f6ac4909925ec9658f0b2834.jpeg'Tianjin’s local cuisine /CGTN Dive into the flavors of Tianjin’s local cuisine! Relish fresh river and sea delicacies and the unique dumianjin, tender and juicy simmered gluten puffs. The…

As China’s inbound tourism continues to peak this summer, the Badaling section of the Great Wall in Beijing has been seeing wave of international travelers. Known for the saying, “He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man,” the site attracts growing numbers of globetrotters eager to experience the iconic…

With every beat, the Tibetan drum evokes centuries of spiritual devotion and artistic heritage. In the hands of Sechu Dorje, the ancient instrument is finding new rhythm and life. 

Over 3,000 participants recently gathered in Beijing for an event – themed “Together for Peace” – during which the multilingual World Youth Peace Initiative was launched, calling on young people to defend global peace, pioneer cultural exchanges and advocate for win-win cooperation. To mark the 80th anniversary of victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, the…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-31/China-s-national-archaeological-museum-welcomes-a-visitor-boom–1FskK3xCfBe/img/b6f44c0b9c9b432d92bf705c66c0603f/b6f44c0b9c9b432d92bf705c66c0603f.jpeg'People visit the Chinese Archaeological Museum in Beijing on July 30, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-31/China-s-national-archaeological-museum-welcomes-a-visitor-boom–1FskK3xCfBe/img/b6f44c0b9c9b432d92bf705c66c0603f/b6f44c0b9c9b432d92bf705c66c0603f.jpeg'People visit the Chinese Archaeological Museum in Beijing on July 30, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-31/China-s-national-archaeological-museum-welcomes-a-visitor-boom–1FskK3xCfBe/img/b6f44c0b9c9b432d92bf705c66c0603f/b6f44c0b9c9b432d92bf705c66c0603f.jpeg'People visit the Chinese Archaeological Museum in Beijing on July 30, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-31/China-s-national-archaeological-museum-welcomes-a-visitor-boom–1FskK3xCfBe/img/b6f44c0b9c9b432d92bf705c66c0603f/b6f44c0b9c9b432d92bf705c66c0603f.jpeg'People visit the Chinese Archaeological Museum in Beijing on July 30, 2025….

Beijing-based American vlogger Robbie Swain brought his friends to explore one of China’s most iconic landmarks – the Great Wall. How did these first-time visitors react to this ancient wonder? Did they manage to conquer the climb? Watch the video to find out! The Great Wall was built from the 3rd century BC to the…

China has significantly broadened its global travel reach during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021–2025), enhancing both inbound and outbound mobility for travelers. An immigration official announced on Wednesday that China has introduced unilateral visa-free entry and mutual visa exemption agreements with 75 countries. The number of countries eligible for visa-free transit to China has…

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In the sizzling heat of July in Wuhu, Anhui Province, the city kicked off its third crayfish food festival, drawing crowds with irresistible flavors and vibrant nightlife. Running until July 31, the event brings together leading local crayfish brands to serve up spicy, garlic, and pepper-salt variations freshly cooked on-site by master chefs. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-29/Wuhu-s-crayfish-festival-boosts-night-economy-with-flavor-and-fun-1FoOBsNuvg4/img/fcdc9fd4abc54a09a8b3a3657f6c5666/fcdc9fd4abc54a09a8b3a3657f6c5666.jpeg'A…

Nestled in the west of China’s Hunan Province, the small town of Zhijiang in Dong Autonomous County witnessed a remarkable chapter in history – one in which the bonds of friendship between China and the United States blossomed amid the global fight against fascism during World War II. At the onset of the China’s total…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Tianjin-Anglican-Church-A-must-visit-century-old-gothic-gem-1Fdn0AUe0ko/img/dcca83009fcd47c68c16fd054f48571c/dcca83009fcd47c68c16fd054f48571c.jpeg'Tianjin Anglican Church, a cultural hub since 1903, offers a picturesque scene for visitors. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Tianjin-Anglican-Church-A-must-visit-century-old-gothic-gem-1Fdn0AUe0ko/img/dcca83009fcd47c68c16fd054f48571c/dcca83009fcd47c68c16fd054f48571c.jpeg'Tianjin Anglican Church, a cultural hub since 1903, offers a picturesque scene for visitors. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Tianjin-Anglican-Church-A-must-visit-century-old-gothic-gem-1Fdn0AUe0ko/img/dcca83009fcd47c68c16fd054f48571c/dcca83009fcd47c68c16fd054f48571c.jpeg'Tianjin Anglican Church, a cultural hub since 1903, offers a picturesque scene for visitors. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Tianjin-Anglican-Church-A-must-visit-century-old-gothic-gem-1Fdn0AUe0ko/img/dcca83009fcd47c68c16fd054f48571c/dcca83009fcd47c68c16fd054f48571c.jpeg'Tianjin Anglican Church, a cultural hub…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-28/Chill-in-summer-Hear-nature-s-roar-at-Tiger-Leaping-Gorge-1Fnma3qBCIE/img/636df41649ff4545a5dd395df88cda78/636df41649ff4545a5dd395df88cda78.jpeg'A view of Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-28/Chill-in-summer-Hear-nature-s-roar-at-Tiger-Leaping-Gorge-1Fnma3qBCIE/img/636df41649ff4545a5dd395df88cda78/636df41649ff4545a5dd395df88cda78.jpeg'A view of Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-28/Chill-in-summer-Hear-nature-s-roar-at-Tiger-Leaping-Gorge-1Fnma3qBCIE/img/636df41649ff4545a5dd395df88cda78/636df41649ff4545a5dd395df88cda78.jpeg'A view of Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-28/Chill-in-summer-Hear-nature-s-roar-at-Tiger-Leaping-Gorge-1Fnma3qBCIE/img/636df41649ff4545a5dd395df88cda78/636df41649ff4545a5dd395df88cda78.jpeg'A view of Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan Province. /CGTN Brace yourself for one of China’s most breathtaking sights: Tiger Leaping…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Chill-in-summer-No-filter-needed-for-Pingshan-Canyon-1FlAMSqWx2M/img/e1f6e09eaf9e4b5388e319588f5ec8d6/e1f6e09eaf9e4b5388e319588f5ec8d6.jpeg'A view of Pingshan Canyon in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Chill-in-summer-No-filter-needed-for-Pingshan-Canyon-1FlAMSqWx2M/img/e1f6e09eaf9e4b5388e319588f5ec8d6/e1f6e09eaf9e4b5388e319588f5ec8d6.jpeg'A view of Pingshan Canyon in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Chill-in-summer-No-filter-needed-for-Pingshan-Canyon-1FlAMSqWx2M/img/e1f6e09eaf9e4b5388e319588f5ec8d6/e1f6e09eaf9e4b5388e319588f5ec8d6.jpeg'A view of Pingshan Canyon in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Chill-in-summer-No-filter-needed-for-Pingshan-Canyon-1FlAMSqWx2M/img/e1f6e09eaf9e4b5388e319588f5ec8d6/e1f6e09eaf9e4b5388e319588f5ec8d6.jpeg'A view of Pingshan Canyon in…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Tianjin-jianbing-guozi-Savor-the-authentic-taste-from-its-origin-1FdnnhObpF6/img/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a.jpeg'A woman makes jianbing guozi at a street stall in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Tianjin-jianbing-guozi-Savor-the-authentic-taste-from-its-origin-1FdnnhObpF6/img/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a.jpeg'A woman makes jianbing guozi at a street stall in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Tianjin-jianbing-guozi-Savor-the-authentic-taste-from-its-origin-1FdnnhObpF6/img/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a.jpeg'A woman makes jianbing guozi at a street stall in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Tianjin-jianbing-guozi-Savor-the-authentic-taste-from-its-origin-1FdnnhObpF6/img/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a.jpeg'A woman makes jianbing guozi at a street stall in Tianjin. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-27/Tianjin-jianbing-guozi-Savor-the-authentic-taste-from-its-origin-1FdnnhObpF6/img/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a/846e276a8e3449bcaf8f7db1b8d0948a.jpeg'A woman…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Nyingchi-Xizang-s-mild-climate-haven–1FdoICHCWQ0/img/12fc92bb5d7c423d921e0b83a41b986a/12fc92bb5d7c423d921e0b83a41b986a.jpeg'A view of Nyingchi near Yarlung Zangbo River in southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Nyingchi-Xizang-s-mild-climate-haven–1FdoICHCWQ0/img/12fc92bb5d7c423d921e0b83a41b986a/12fc92bb5d7c423d921e0b83a41b986a.jpeg'A view of Nyingchi near Yarlung Zangbo River in southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Nyingchi-Xizang-s-mild-climate-haven–1FdoICHCWQ0/img/12fc92bb5d7c423d921e0b83a41b986a/12fc92bb5d7c423d921e0b83a41b986a.jpeg'A view of Nyingchi near Yarlung Zangbo River in southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Nyingchi-Xizang-s-mild-climate-haven–1FdoICHCWQ0/img/12fc92bb5d7c423d921e0b83a41b986a/12fc92bb5d7c423d921e0b83a41b986a.jpeg'A view of Nyingchi near Yarlung…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Chill-in-Summer-This-waterfall-in-China-will-leave-you-speechless-1FjWd4FHT5S/img/3a194a87b7d4402c86459be9eb0e54a2/3a194a87b7d4402c86459be9eb0e54a2.jpeg'Huangguoshu Waterfall is seen in southwest China’s Guizhou Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Chill-in-Summer-This-waterfall-in-China-will-leave-you-speechless-1FjWd4FHT5S/img/3a194a87b7d4402c86459be9eb0e54a2/3a194a87b7d4402c86459be9eb0e54a2.jpeg'Huangguoshu Waterfall is seen in southwest China’s Guizhou Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Chill-in-Summer-This-waterfall-in-China-will-leave-you-speechless-1FjWd4FHT5S/img/3a194a87b7d4402c86459be9eb0e54a2/3a194a87b7d4402c86459be9eb0e54a2.jpeg'Huangguoshu Waterfall is seen in southwest China’s Guizhou Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-26/Chill-in-Summer-This-waterfall-in-China-will-leave-you-speechless-1FjWd4FHT5S/img/3a194a87b7d4402c86459be9eb0e54a2/3a194a87b7d4402c86459be9eb0e54a2.jpeg'Huangguoshu Waterfall is seen in southwest China’s Guizhou Province. /CGTN Tucked deep in the lush mountains of Guizhou, the Huangguoshu Waterfall…

The “Golden Age: Gustav Klimt Digital Art Exhibition” has just opened in Beijing at the historic Beijing Fang, near Qianmen. The exhibition is co-organized by the Austrian Embassy’s Cultural Office and Hispano Suiza Creative Design. This exhibition is part of a national tour showcasing 23 classic prints by the renowned Austrian artist Gustav Klimt. CGTN…

Kenyan President William Ruto said on Thursday that the government will intensify a campaign to boost tourist numbers in the country. Ruto, who opened the 2025 Great Wildebeest Migration global livestream at the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve in southwestern Kenya, said the campaign aims to attract 5 million foreign tourists by 2027. “We are…

In the height of summer, tourists are flocking to Shapotou Scenic Area in Zhongwei, northwest China’s Ningxia, to experience one of China’s most exhilarating desert sports: sandboarding. Located on the southeastern edge of the Tengger Desert, sunlight bathes the golden dunes as long trails of sand trace the thrilling descent of riders sliding down slopes…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-24/Brilliant-starry-night-observed-in-Xinjiang-s-Bayanbulak-Grassland-1FgKgHVFd8Q/img/1249efd2be4a477c92e705a574133a64/1249efd2be4a477c92e705a574133a64.jpeg'A starry sky is observed at the Bayanbulak Grassland in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on July 17, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-24/Brilliant-starry-night-observed-in-Xinjiang-s-Bayanbulak-Grassland-1FgKgHVFd8Q/img/1249efd2be4a477c92e705a574133a64/1249efd2be4a477c92e705a574133a64.jpeg'A starry sky is observed at the Bayanbulak Grassland in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on July 17, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-24/Brilliant-starry-night-observed-in-Xinjiang-s-Bayanbulak-Grassland-1FgKgHVFd8Q/img/1249efd2be4a477c92e705a574133a64/1249efd2be4a477c92e705a574133a64.jpeg'A starry sky is observed at the Bayanbulak Grassland in…

The heated competition of the Hainan (Wenchang) Township Volleyball League has made Hainan “Village VA” a rural sports brand attracting national attention. Kicking off on June 15, this year’s event features 32 teams battling it out in 68 matches, making it larger in scale, longer and more high-profile than previous events, according to the Hainan…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-23/Nanchang-welcomes-rare-birds-for-summer-feeding-and-cooling-off-1FeYtMLQW3e/img/dc48efb4674040ccb7307ce09d156d47/dc48efb4674040ccb7307ce09d156d47.jpeg'A white-throated kingfisher is spotted foraging in Nanchang, Jiangxi, on July 14, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-23/Nanchang-welcomes-rare-birds-for-summer-feeding-and-cooling-off-1FeYtMLQW3e/img/dc48efb4674040ccb7307ce09d156d47/dc48efb4674040ccb7307ce09d156d47.jpeg'A white-throated kingfisher is spotted foraging in Nanchang, Jiangxi, on July 14, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-23/Nanchang-welcomes-rare-birds-for-summer-feeding-and-cooling-off-1FeYtMLQW3e/img/dc48efb4674040ccb7307ce09d156d47/dc48efb4674040ccb7307ce09d156d47.jpeg'A white-throated kingfisher is spotted foraging in Nanchang, Jiangxi, on July 14, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-23/Nanchang-welcomes-rare-birds-for-summer-feeding-and-cooling-off-1FeYtMLQW3e/img/dc48efb4674040ccb7307ce09d156d47/dc48efb4674040ccb7307ce09d156d47.jpeg'A white-throated kingfisher is spotted foraging in Nanchang, Jiangxi,…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-22/Lotuses-draw-tourists-to-Taizhou-for-serene-raft-rides-1FdiBBnNBN6/img/2c52acbee1714695936225a9bbf12de3/2c52acbee1714695936225a9bbf12de3.jpeg'A boat crosses a pond covered with lotuses in Taizhou, Jiangsu Province on July 21, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-22/Lotuses-draw-tourists-to-Taizhou-for-serene-raft-rides-1FdiBBnNBN6/img/2c52acbee1714695936225a9bbf12de3/2c52acbee1714695936225a9bbf12de3.jpeg'A boat crosses a pond covered with lotuses in Taizhou, Jiangsu Province on July 21, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-22/Lotuses-draw-tourists-to-Taizhou-for-serene-raft-rides-1FdiBBnNBN6/img/2c52acbee1714695936225a9bbf12de3/2c52acbee1714695936225a9bbf12de3.jpeg'A boat crosses a pond covered with lotuses in Taizhou, Jiangsu Province on July 21, 2025. /VCG <img…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-22/A-bite-of-culture-Landmark-popsicles-take-over-China-s-travel-scene-1FdmGfQGgxO/img/7cbd9095002846d2bc6f7b41eef8be67/7cbd9095002846d2bc6f7b41eef8be67.jpeg'An undated photo shows a panda-inspired ice cream in Chongqing. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-22/A-bite-of-culture-Landmark-popsicles-take-over-China-s-travel-scene-1FdmGfQGgxO/img/7cbd9095002846d2bc6f7b41eef8be67/7cbd9095002846d2bc6f7b41eef8be67.jpeg'An undated photo shows a panda-inspired ice cream in Chongqing. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-22/A-bite-of-culture-Landmark-popsicles-take-over-China-s-travel-scene-1FdmGfQGgxO/img/7cbd9095002846d2bc6f7b41eef8be67/7cbd9095002846d2bc6f7b41eef8be67.jpeg'An undated photo shows a panda-inspired ice cream in Chongqing. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-22/A-bite-of-culture-Landmark-popsicles-take-over-China-s-travel-scene-1FdmGfQGgxO/img/7cbd9095002846d2bc6f7b41eef8be67/7cbd9095002846d2bc6f7b41eef8be67.jpeg'An undated photo shows a panda-inspired ice cream in Chongqing. /VCG Who says you can’t literally “taste the…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-21/Birds-flock-to-sunflower-fields-at-a-wetland-park-in-Jiangxi-1FbE5diddD2/img/63bba683411c4a2da8ebf3487ff2f325/63bba683411c4a2da8ebf3487ff2f325.jpeg'Birds forage among the sunflower heads at Malanwei Wetland Park in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, on July 17, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-21/Birds-flock-to-sunflower-fields-at-a-wetland-park-in-Jiangxi-1FbE5diddD2/img/63bba683411c4a2da8ebf3487ff2f325/63bba683411c4a2da8ebf3487ff2f325.jpeg'Birds forage among the sunflower heads at Malanwei Wetland Park in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, on July 17, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-21/Birds-flock-to-sunflower-fields-at-a-wetland-park-in-Jiangxi-1FbE5diddD2/img/63bba683411c4a2da8ebf3487ff2f325/63bba683411c4a2da8ebf3487ff2f325.jpeg'Birds forage among the sunflower heads at Malanwei Wetland Park in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province,…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-21/Millennia-old-Salt-and-Sheep-Route-thrives-with-new-vitality-1FbFRq2kn6M/img/cf311fd309af446cb0a97f682b5ba794/cf311fd309af446cb0a97f682b5ba794.jpeg'A herder leads a sheep from the flock to prepare it for transporting salt in Yanhu Township in Ngari Prefecture, Xizang Autonomous Region on July 20, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-21/Millennia-old-Salt-and-Sheep-Route-thrives-with-new-vitality-1FbFRq2kn6M/img/cf311fd309af446cb0a97f682b5ba794/cf311fd309af446cb0a97f682b5ba794.jpeg'A herder leads a sheep from the flock to prepare it for transporting salt in Yanhu Township in Ngari Prefecture, Xizang Autonomous Region on July…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-20/The-timeless-allure-of-blue-and-white-porcelain-1Fa175cD0MU/img/8c9d23bd09034d5fa0df088bdc1466eb/8c9d23bd09034d5fa0df088bdc1466eb.jpeg'A Jingdezhen blue-and-white porcelain ceramic work titled “Birds Singing on a Cedar Tree Under Moonlight” is seen on display at the Bird’s Nest Art Festival Exhibition in Beijing on July 19, 2025. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-20/The-timeless-allure-of-blue-and-white-porcelain-1Fa175cD0MU/img/8c9d23bd09034d5fa0df088bdc1466eb/8c9d23bd09034d5fa0df088bdc1466eb.jpeg'A Jingdezhen blue-and-white porcelain ceramic work titled “Birds Singing on a Cedar Tree Under Moonlight” is seen on display at…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-20/-Heavenly-horses-festival-heats-up-Xinjiang-1Fa0q6bDWcU/img/46f9710b82be442382da24a510951dcc/46f9710b82be442382da24a510951dcc.jpeg'Riders demonstrate their excellent skills during the 2025 Xinjiang Ili Heavenly Horses Culture and Tourism Festival in Zhaosu County, Xinjiang on July 19, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-20/-Heavenly-horses-festival-heats-up-Xinjiang-1Fa0q6bDWcU/img/46f9710b82be442382da24a510951dcc/46f9710b82be442382da24a510951dcc.jpeg'Riders demonstrate their excellent skills during the 2025 Xinjiang Ili Heavenly Horses Culture and Tourism Festival in Zhaosu County, Xinjiang on July 19, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-20/-Heavenly-horses-festival-heats-up-Xinjiang-1Fa0q6bDWcU/img/46f9710b82be442382da24a510951dcc/46f9710b82be442382da24a510951dcc.jpeg'Riders demonstrate…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-19/Grassland-spirit-shines-as-Naadam-festival-opens-in-Inner-Mongolia-1F8u2mNBzEs/img/618ef252ccbc4d2182b5214cb0ecfdf6/618ef252ccbc4d2182b5214cb0ecfdf6.png'Participants perform on horseback during the opening ceremony of the 35th Naadam Festival in Xilin Gol League, north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, July 19, 2025. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-19/Grassland-spirit-shines-as-Naadam-festival-opens-in-Inner-Mongolia-1F8u2mNBzEs/img/618ef252ccbc4d2182b5214cb0ecfdf6/618ef252ccbc4d2182b5214cb0ecfdf6.png'Participants perform on horseback during the opening ceremony of the 35th Naadam Festival in Xilin Gol League, north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, July 19, 2025….

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-19/Zhengzhou-pool-offers-crowd-summer-relief–1F8us9Ju4Ok/img/6f6b86ec3a244567beafd2ece809844c/6f6b86ec3a244567beafd2ece809844c.jpeg'An aerial view shows crowds at a water park in Zhengzhou, Henan Province on July 18, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-19/Zhengzhou-pool-offers-crowd-summer-relief–1F8us9Ju4Ok/img/6f6b86ec3a244567beafd2ece809844c/6f6b86ec3a244567beafd2ece809844c.jpeg'An aerial view shows crowds at a water park in Zhengzhou, Henan Province on July 18, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-19/Zhengzhou-pool-offers-crowd-summer-relief–1F8us9Ju4Ok/img/6f6b86ec3a244567beafd2ece809844c/6f6b86ec3a244567beafd2ece809844c.jpeg'An aerial view shows crowds at a water park in Zhengzhou, Henan Province on July 18,…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-18/South-African-deputy-president-SA-China-culture-exchange-underway-1F6Q51hNzkQ/img/564745ef0e65449eb59ee4aabee8f37f/564745ef0e65449eb59ee4aabee8f37f.jpeg' alt='South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile speaks during an interview in Beijing, China, on July 17, 2025. /CGTN' South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile has highlighted that China and his country are engaging in significant cultural exchange. During his visit to Beijing for the China International Supply Chain Expo this week, the statesman…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-18/-Lonely-Bikes-Beijing-A-reflection-in-stillness-1F6HPMquuEE/img/9de9b0903e4b470790e62f07088d953f/9de9b0903e4b470790e62f07088d953f.jpeg' alt='Solitary bikes are seen in Beijing, China, July 2025. /Zaruhi Poghosyan' There are nine million bicycles in Beijing, or so the song goes.  But sometimes, it feels like the loneliest number is one. One bicycle. One soul. One quiet moment in a city that never seems to stop moving. I started noticing them…

The Chinese railway system has introduced a novel summer service that allows travelers to have their cars transported directly to tourist destinations for self-driving adventures. Under the new service, travelers and their cars go separately but are reunited at their destination. Ms. Zhang Rui, a car owner from Chongqing, had long planned a self-driving trip…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-17/China-s-railway-passenger-traffic-hits-new-record-in-H1-1F5763cwN3y/img/9e3670fed2ec42e8ba0dd05b326217d8/9e3670fed2ec42e8ba0dd05b326217d8.png' alt='Passengers ready to board a train at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, east China's Shanghai, July 1, 2025. /VCG' China’s railway network recorded a historic high of 2.24 billion passenger trips in the first half of 2025, the national railway operator said Thursday. This figure represents a 6.7 percent increase from the same period…

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, the Museum of the War of Chinese People’s Resistance Against Japanese Aggression is presenting a special exhibition titled “For National Liberation and World Peace.” The exhibition opened to the public on July 8 and will…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-16/Chongsaikang-Market-a-popular-trading-hub-in-Lhasa-1F04eU3zwg8/img/fe0c9c3af4c24ed88b69670248311df2/fe0c9c3af4c24ed88b69670248311df2.jpeg'A view of Chongsaikang Market in Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-16/Chongsaikang-Market-a-popular-trading-hub-in-Lhasa-1F04eU3zwg8/img/fe0c9c3af4c24ed88b69670248311df2/fe0c9c3af4c24ed88b69670248311df2.jpeg'A view of Chongsaikang Market in Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-16/Chongsaikang-Market-a-popular-trading-hub-in-Lhasa-1F04eU3zwg8/img/fe0c9c3af4c24ed88b69670248311df2/fe0c9c3af4c24ed88b69670248311df2.jpeg'A view of Chongsaikang Market in Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-16/Chongsaikang-Market-a-popular-trading-hub-in-Lhasa-1F04eU3zwg8/img/fe0c9c3af4c24ed88b69670248311df2/fe0c9c3af4c24ed88b69670248311df2.jpeg'A view of Chongsaikang Market in Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-15/Tibetan-incense-from-Nimu-1F02XT6BYxW/img/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13.jpeg'The process of making Tibetan incense /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-15/Tibetan-incense-from-Nimu-1F02XT6BYxW/img/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13.jpeg'The process of making Tibetan incense /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-15/Tibetan-incense-from-Nimu-1F02XT6BYxW/img/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13.jpeg'The process of making Tibetan incense /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-15/Tibetan-incense-from-Nimu-1F02XT6BYxW/img/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13.jpeg'The process of making Tibetan incense /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-15/Tibetan-incense-from-Nimu-1F02XT6BYxW/img/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13.jpeg'The process of making Tibetan incense /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-15/Tibetan-incense-from-Nimu-1F02XT6BYxW/img/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13/202f53f8acc34e1f88ef77c408134d13.jpeg'The process of making Tibetan incense /CGTN The Nimu tradition of making incense is…

Beijing’s Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park has launched its summer “beat-the-heat” season, transforming the former Olympic venue into a lively hub for leisure and water activities. Running through August 31, the park is offering free general admission to all visitors, with fees for activities charged separately. To mark the graduation season, students who have recently completed the…

In Chun’an County, east China’s Zhejiang Province, workers have braved the summer heat to replant water spinach on floating islands in Qiandao Lake. These seasonal crops are carefully selected for their ability to thrive in warm weather and contribute to water purification. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-10/Floating-farms-help-purify-Qiandao-Lake-in-Zhejiang-1ETps7omZDG/img/fbf801b3d1924727b8d39d37b0fe3b3e/fbf801b3d1924727b8d39d37b0fe3b3e.jpeg'Workers replant water spinach on floating islands in Qiandao Lake in Chun’an…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-14/-Tidal-trees-in-Qingdao-turn-into-living-coastal-art-1F078HMnhaE/img/90e1607325d54c14be57ceb70590c3fe/90e1607325d54c14be57ceb70590c3fe.jpeg'“Tidal trees” are seen on the coast of Qingdao, Shandong Province on July 13, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-14/-Tidal-trees-in-Qingdao-turn-into-living-coastal-art-1F078HMnhaE/img/90e1607325d54c14be57ceb70590c3fe/90e1607325d54c14be57ceb70590c3fe.jpeg'“Tidal trees” are seen on the coast of Qingdao, Shandong Province on July 13, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-14/-Tidal-trees-in-Qingdao-turn-into-living-coastal-art-1F078HMnhaE/img/90e1607325d54c14be57ceb70590c3fe/90e1607325d54c14be57ceb70590c3fe.jpeg'“Tidal trees” are seen on the coast of Qingdao, Shandong Province on July 13, 2025. /VCG In Qingdao, Shandong Province,…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-13/1-500-drones-light-up-Chongqing-at-low-altitude-economy-expo-1EYeCHKYxaM/img/9697e2a02ade4069a0749a9e53a2ddc0/9697e2a02ade4069a0749a9e53a2ddc0.jpeg'A drone display lights up the night sky above Shuanggui Lake National Wetland Park in Chongqing on July 11, 2025 as part of the first Western China Low-Altitude Economy Expo. /IC <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-13/1-500-drones-light-up-Chongqing-at-low-altitude-economy-expo-1EYeCHKYxaM/img/9697e2a02ade4069a0749a9e53a2ddc0/9697e2a02ade4069a0749a9e53a2ddc0.jpeg'A drone display lights up the night sky above Shuanggui Lake National Wetland Park in Chongqing on July 11, 2025 as part…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-13/Explore-Shunyi-CISCE-highlights-Beijing-s-natural-beauty-1EYlLaw3gVa/img/e86e08304dd74c26a8f40846f14d012c/e86e08304dd74c26a8f40846f14d012c.jpeg'A hiker walks along a wooded section of the Wucai Shallow Mountain and Waterfront National Hiking Trail in Beijing’s Shunyi District. /IC <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-13/Explore-Shunyi-CISCE-highlights-Beijing-s-natural-beauty-1EYlLaw3gVa/img/e86e08304dd74c26a8f40846f14d012c/e86e08304dd74c26a8f40846f14d012c.jpeg'A hiker walks along a wooded section of the Wucai Shallow Mountain and Waterfront National Hiking Trail in Beijing’s Shunyi District. /IC <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-13/Explore-Shunyi-CISCE-highlights-Beijing-s-natural-beauty-1EYlLaw3gVa/img/e86e08304dd74c26a8f40846f14d012c/e86e08304dd74c26a8f40846f14d012c.jpeg'A hiker walks along a wooded section of…

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Thursday announced the inclusion of the Xixia Imperial Tombs, located in northwest China’s Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, on its World Heritage List. With this addition, the total number of World Heritage sites in China has reached 60. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-12/Chart-ot-the-Day-A-quick-look-at-the-Xixia-Imperial-Tombs-1EWrq4GLTag/img/87b1b281008a48a2845a81ca72babc83/87b1b281008a48a2845a81ca72babc83.jpeg' alt=''

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-12/Lhasa-s-most-popular-pedestrian-street-Bakuo-Street-1EVeEDDIA12/img/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc.jpeg'Bakuo Street is the bustling heart of Lhasa’s pedestrian streets. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-12/Lhasa-s-most-popular-pedestrian-street-Bakuo-Street-1EVeEDDIA12/img/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc.jpeg'Bakuo Street is the bustling heart of Lhasa’s pedestrian streets. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-12/Lhasa-s-most-popular-pedestrian-street-Bakuo-Street-1EVeEDDIA12/img/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc.jpeg'Bakuo Street is the bustling heart of Lhasa’s pedestrian streets. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-12/Lhasa-s-most-popular-pedestrian-street-Bakuo-Street-1EVeEDDIA12/img/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc.jpeg'Bakuo Street is the bustling heart of Lhasa’s pedestrian streets. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-12/Lhasa-s-most-popular-pedestrian-street-Bakuo-Street-1EVeEDDIA12/img/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc/bf8997ea7eb940faabcddf8591d519dc.jpeg'Bakuo Street is the bustling heart…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-11/Ultraman-s-60th-anniversary-meets-China-Japan-cultural-synergy-1EVdz6vCtOM/img/9d9a13f3cd41468eb64f1e1c02caf316/9d9a13f3cd41468eb64f1e1c02caf316.jpeg' alt='The China Pavilion, one of the largest foreign self-built pavilions at the Osaka Expo 2025, covers approximately 3,500 square meters. /IC Photo' July 11 marks the Chinese National Pavilion Day at Expo 2025 Osaka, further opening up a window of opportunities for China-Japan trade and cultural exchanges. Coinciding with this event, Ultraman –…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-11/Spokesperson-says-China-to-expand-high-level-opening-up-continuously-1EVnmeycXxm/img/1de651de7b064e238e7562978003964c/1de651de7b064e238e7562978003964c.png' alt='Foreign tourists visit the Badaling section of the Great Wall in Beijing, China, June 3, 2025. /VCG' Closed exclusivity is not an option for China, China will continue to take actions to expand high-level opening-up, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday. Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a regular press briefing…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-10/Tianjin-s-Five-Great-Avenues-alight-at-night-1ETrun1GfO8/img/ea7c839f1b38412b9e2519537a9b8724/ea7c839f1b38412b9e2519537a9b8724.jpeg'Neon lights flood the entire Five Great Avenues area of Tianjin at night. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-10/Tianjin-s-Five-Great-Avenues-alight-at-night-1ETrun1GfO8/img/ea7c839f1b38412b9e2519537a9b8724/ea7c839f1b38412b9e2519537a9b8724.jpeg'Neon lights flood the entire Five Great Avenues area of Tianjin at night. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-10/Tianjin-s-Five-Great-Avenues-alight-at-night-1ETrun1GfO8/img/ea7c839f1b38412b9e2519537a9b8724/ea7c839f1b38412b9e2519537a9b8724.jpeg'Neon lights flood the entire Five Great Avenues area of Tianjin at night. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-10/Tianjin-s-Five-Great-Avenues-alight-at-night-1ETrun1GfO8/img/ea7c839f1b38412b9e2519537a9b8724/ea7c839f1b38412b9e2519537a9b8724.jpeg'Neon lights flood the entire Five Great Avenues area…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-10/Rare-full-circle-rainbow-over-Palcho-Monastery-1ETv02pmsUw/img/99a56b651136496c8dc6bfdd1cf40c5a/99a56b651136496c8dc6bfdd1cf40c5a.jpeg'A stunning circular rainbow is seen over the Palcho Monastery in Gyantse County, Xizang on July 9, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-10/Rare-full-circle-rainbow-over-Palcho-Monastery-1ETv02pmsUw/img/99a56b651136496c8dc6bfdd1cf40c5a/99a56b651136496c8dc6bfdd1cf40c5a.jpeg'A stunning circular rainbow is seen over the Palcho Monastery in Gyantse County, Xizang on July 9, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-10/Rare-full-circle-rainbow-over-Palcho-Monastery-1ETv02pmsUw/img/99a56b651136496c8dc6bfdd1cf40c5a/99a56b651136496c8dc6bfdd1cf40c5a.jpeg'A stunning circular rainbow is seen over the Palcho Monastery in Gyantse County, Xizang…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-09/Cliffside-bookstore-in-Guangxi-turns-sinkhole-into-cultural-retreat-1ERR1yajuco/img/dbea8d33f0ff410a96805223222a6985/dbea8d33f0ff410a96805223222a6985.jpeg'A photo taken on July 1, 2025 shows the cliffside bookstore at Mianhua Sinkhole, Luocheng Mulao Autonomous County, Guangxi. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-09/Cliffside-bookstore-in-Guangxi-turns-sinkhole-into-cultural-retreat-1ERR1yajuco/img/dbea8d33f0ff410a96805223222a6985/dbea8d33f0ff410a96805223222a6985.jpeg'A photo taken on July 1, 2025 shows the cliffside bookstore at Mianhua Sinkhole, Luocheng Mulao Autonomous County, Guangxi. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-09/Cliffside-bookstore-in-Guangxi-turns-sinkhole-into-cultural-retreat-1ERR1yajuco/img/dbea8d33f0ff410a96805223222a6985/dbea8d33f0ff410a96805223222a6985.jpeg'A photo taken on July 1, 2025 shows the cliffside bookstore at…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-09/Special-exhibition-on-Confucian-culture-opens-in-Shandong-1EROd5T24Rq/img/66eedf3260da42659badc1d320b17330/66eedf3260da42659badc1d320b17330.jpeg'A special exhibition on Confucian culture opens at the Confucius Museum in Qufu, Shandong Province on July 8, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-09/Special-exhibition-on-Confucian-culture-opens-in-Shandong-1EROd5T24Rq/img/66eedf3260da42659badc1d320b17330/66eedf3260da42659badc1d320b17330.jpeg'A special exhibition on Confucian culture opens at the Confucius Museum in Qufu, Shandong Province on July 8, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-09/Special-exhibition-on-Confucian-culture-opens-in-Shandong-1EROd5T24Rq/img/66eedf3260da42659badc1d320b17330/66eedf3260da42659badc1d320b17330.jpeg'A special exhibition on Confucian culture opens at the Confucius Museum in…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-06/China-s-first-Legoland-resort-officially-opens-in-Shanghai-1EMLOfoVlwk/img/591826a3ae1646ca923336b69d83e6b5/591826a3ae1646ca923336b69d83e6b5.jpeg'Visitors attend the grand opening ceremony of Legoland Shanghai Resort on July 5, 2025. /Zhang Hengwei/China News Service/VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-06/China-s-first-Legoland-resort-officially-opens-in-Shanghai-1EMLOfoVlwk/img/591826a3ae1646ca923336b69d83e6b5/591826a3ae1646ca923336b69d83e6b5.jpeg'Visitors attend the grand opening ceremony of Legoland Shanghai Resort on July 5, 2025. /Zhang Hengwei/China News Service/VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-06/China-s-first-Legoland-resort-officially-opens-in-Shanghai-1EMLOfoVlwk/img/591826a3ae1646ca923336b69d83e6b5/591826a3ae1646ca923336b69d83e6b5.jpeg'Visitors attend the grand opening ceremony of Legoland Shanghai Resort on July 5, 2025. /Zhang Hengwei/China…

China and Egypt established diplomatic ties on May 30, 1956, with Egypt becoming the first Arab and African country to forge diplomatic relations with China. In May 2024, the two countries released a joint statement on deepening their comprehensive strategic partnership. In 2024, the trade volume between China and Egypt reached $17.38 billion. Approximately 300,000…

As China’s mangrove hub, Hainan boasts the country’s most extensive, well-developed and ancient mangrove forests. The province in south China is home to all 26 of China’s native mangrove species, with over half being indigenous to the island. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-05/Hainan-aims-to-expand-mangrove-coverage-by-2025-1EL6n5v3gjK/img/de4f6f55c6c944cb9f485c44ed14916c/de4f6f55c6c944cb9f485c44ed14916c.jpeg'Hainan is China’s mangrove hub, boasting the country’s most extensive, well-developed, and ancient mangrove forests. /Photo…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-05/Rare-low-rainbow-seen-over-Xizang-s-barley-fields-1EL9zxmD0go/img/557b7a8e17844c42a00b6dbcdb2dabf7/557b7a8e17844c42a00b6dbcdb2dabf7.jpeg'A rare low rainbow is seen in the highland barley fields of Shigatse, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region on July 4, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-05/Rare-low-rainbow-seen-over-Xizang-s-barley-fields-1EL9zxmD0go/img/557b7a8e17844c42a00b6dbcdb2dabf7/557b7a8e17844c42a00b6dbcdb2dabf7.jpeg'A rare low rainbow is seen in the highland barley fields of Shigatse, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region on July 4, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-05/Rare-low-rainbow-seen-over-Xizang-s-barley-fields-1EL9zxmD0go/img/557b7a8e17844c42a00b6dbcdb2dabf7/557b7a8e17844c42a00b6dbcdb2dabf7.jpeg'A rare low rainbow is seen…

As a pillar of China’s intangible cultural legacy, the lion dance embodies the centuries-old heritage of kung fu. Its vibrant movements, characterized by bounding leaps and agile pounces, are rooted in fundamental martial stances, such as that of the horse. The rhythms and stunts of the dance are governed by key tenets of martial arts,…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-06/Chengde-Mountain-Resort-Imperial-grandeur-and-natural-harmony-1EMIYnA5U0E/img/fbbfdc12a75246d09866296615a20a52/fbbfdc12a75246d09866296615a20a52.jpeg'A view of the Chengde Mountain Resort, an imperial garden complex in Chengde, Hebei Province on July 5, 2025. /IC <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-06/Chengde-Mountain-Resort-Imperial-grandeur-and-natural-harmony-1EMIYnA5U0E/img/fbbfdc12a75246d09866296615a20a52/fbbfdc12a75246d09866296615a20a52.jpeg'A view of the Chengde Mountain Resort, an imperial garden complex in Chengde, Hebei Province on July 5, 2025. /IC <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-06/Chengde-Mountain-Resort-Imperial-grandeur-and-natural-harmony-1EMIYnA5U0E/img/fbbfdc12a75246d09866296615a20a52/fbbfdc12a75246d09866296615a20a52.jpeg'A view of the Chengde Mountain Resort, an imperial garden complex in…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-05/Beijing-Wildlife-Park-s-foodie-brown-bears-1EL9XVNG10s/img/fdc9607efd62425a9007f5d925613102/fdc9607efd62425a9007f5d925613102.jpeg'A brown bear looks through a car window to wait for tourists to feed it in the safari tour area of Beijing Wildlife Park, on June 22, 2025. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-05/Beijing-Wildlife-Park-s-foodie-brown-bears-1EL9XVNG10s/img/fdc9607efd62425a9007f5d925613102/fdc9607efd62425a9007f5d925613102.jpeg'A brown bear looks through a car window to wait for tourists to feed it in the safari tour area of Beijing Wildlife Park,…

The Shaolin Pagoda Forest is a place where ancient monks’ legacies are honored and history is carved in stone. Part of the “Center of Heaven and Earth” World Heritage site in Dengfeng, Henan Province, it contains 248 Buddhist pagodas, the oldest dating back 1,400 years to the Tang Dynasty. More than just the largest group…

The vast South China Sea is not only a vital maritime passage for China but also a cradle for long-standing historical cultures. In recent years, Sansha in Hainan Province has continuously promoted the protection, utilization, and inheritance of intangible cultural heritages, including relics from the Maritime Silk Road and ancient shipwreck sites.

In Lianyun Township of Yuexi County, Anhui Province, a rural landscape unfolds where winding roads cut through vibrant fields and neatly arranged homes. These modern highways, resembling ribbons weaving through the countryside, have become a symbol of progress and transformation. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-04/Roads-weave-new-future-for-rural-revitalization-in-Anhui-1EJrEuJYSrK/img/cb24d2bda13541ef8d9caba542658788/cb24d2bda13541ef8d9caba542658788.jpeg'Networks of winding roads are seen from above in Lianyun Township of Yuexi County,…

Nestled among the bustling roads of Beijing, the Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park, also known as Tucheng or Earth Wall Park, provides a tranquil retreat where nature and history intertwine. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-03/Yuan-Dadu-City-Wall-Ruins-Park-Tracing-the-past-in-a-green-ribbon-1EHXjjDnYTC/img/1f60e17741b942808c6af9ee21956b8c/1f60e17741b942808c6af9ee21956b8c.jpeg'Statues at the Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park in Beijing offer glimpses into Yuan Dynasty history. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-03/Yuan-Dadu-City-Wall-Ruins-Park-Tracing-the-past-in-a-green-ribbon-1EHXjjDnYTC/img/1f60e17741b942808c6af9ee21956b8c/1f60e17741b942808c6af9ee21956b8c.jpeg'Statues at the Yuan…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-03/Circus-show-draws-visitors-to-ocean-themed-resort-in-Wuhan-1EHX2YkfBSg/img/9ca3314a6d2144ee91271640b4df3239/9ca3314a6d2144ee91271640b4df3239.jpeg'People visit the Polar Ocean Resort in Wuhan, Hubei Province on July 2, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-03/Circus-show-draws-visitors-to-ocean-themed-resort-in-Wuhan-1EHX2YkfBSg/img/9ca3314a6d2144ee91271640b4df3239/9ca3314a6d2144ee91271640b4df3239.jpeg'People visit the Polar Ocean Resort in Wuhan, Hubei Province on July 2, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-03/Circus-show-draws-visitors-to-ocean-themed-resort-in-Wuhan-1EHX2YkfBSg/img/9ca3314a6d2144ee91271640b4df3239/9ca3314a6d2144ee91271640b4df3239.jpeg'People visit the Polar Ocean Resort in Wuhan, Hubei Province on July 2, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-03/Circus-show-draws-visitors-to-ocean-themed-resort-in-Wuhan-1EHX2YkfBSg/img/9ca3314a6d2144ee91271640b4df3239/9ca3314a6d2144ee91271640b4df3239.jpeg'People visit the Polar Ocean Resort…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-02/Red-bellied-paradise-flycatcher-soars-like-a-phoenix-1EGauCpzoaY/img/e87e5fee2e6b4d2f9582567b3af7e447/e87e5fee2e6b4d2f9582567b3af7e447.jpeg'A red-bellied paradise flycatcher is spotted in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province on June 30, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-02/Red-bellied-paradise-flycatcher-soars-like-a-phoenix-1EGauCpzoaY/img/e87e5fee2e6b4d2f9582567b3af7e447/e87e5fee2e6b4d2f9582567b3af7e447.jpeg'A red-bellied paradise flycatcher is spotted in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province on June 30, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-02/Red-bellied-paradise-flycatcher-soars-like-a-phoenix-1EGauCpzoaY/img/e87e5fee2e6b4d2f9582567b3af7e447/e87e5fee2e6b4d2f9582567b3af7e447.jpeg'A red-bellied paradise flycatcher is spotted in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province on June 30, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-02/Red-bellied-paradise-flycatcher-soars-like-a-phoenix-1EGauCpzoaY/img/e87e5fee2e6b4d2f9582567b3af7e447/e87e5fee2e6b4d2f9582567b3af7e447.jpeg'A red-bellied paradise flycatcher is spotted…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-02/Summer-on-a-plate-Beihai-Park-unveils-seasonal-pastries-1EGaQLtzxf2/img/5b4b7bf184144cef8cbf0c4ea82f9ed5/5b4b7bf184144cef8cbf0c4ea82f9ed5.jpeg'Seasonal pastries are displayed at the Fangshan Restaurant in Beijing’s Beihai Park on July 1, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-02/Summer-on-a-plate-Beihai-Park-unveils-seasonal-pastries-1EGaQLtzxf2/img/5b4b7bf184144cef8cbf0c4ea82f9ed5/5b4b7bf184144cef8cbf0c4ea82f9ed5.jpeg'Seasonal pastries are displayed at the Fangshan Restaurant in Beijing’s Beihai Park on July 1, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-02/Summer-on-a-plate-Beihai-Park-unveils-seasonal-pastries-1EGaQLtzxf2/img/5b4b7bf184144cef8cbf0c4ea82f9ed5/5b4b7bf184144cef8cbf0c4ea82f9ed5.jpeg'Seasonal pastries are displayed at the Fangshan Restaurant in Beijing’s Beihai Park on July 1, 2025. /VCG <img…

In the orchards of Xinjiang’s Ruoqiang County, the red dates of Gule Airike Village hang heavy on the branches, filling the air with a sweet fragrance as the harvest season unfolds. Amid the bustling activity of farmers and merchants, a quiet battle over price is taking place. Village chief Jia Hui is locked into negotiations…

Southern Europe is facing a wave of extreme weather, with record-setting temperatures across land and sea, according to national meteorological agencies and the European Copernicus program. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-07-01/Record-heat-grips-southern-Europe-1EEJjKXs0ko/img/3165b684d74c42cb8cd6ef50f99dd8b8/3165b684d74c42cb8cd6ef50f99dd8b8.jpeg' alt='A pharmacy thermometer displaying 40 degrees Celsius in Lille, France, July 27, 2018. /VCG' On Sunday, the Mediterranean Sea recorded its highest average sea surface temperature ever…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-30/Creative-pastries-present-unique-symbols-of-Jiangsu-s-cities-1ECNHBPjg6k/img/ef8e50a6332f4ecdb2fa04bebd561ba0/ef8e50a6332f4ecdb2fa04bebd561ba0.jpeg'Suzhou pastries are displayed at a local shop in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province on June 29, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-30/Creative-pastries-present-unique-symbols-of-Jiangsu-s-cities-1ECNHBPjg6k/img/ef8e50a6332f4ecdb2fa04bebd561ba0/ef8e50a6332f4ecdb2fa04bebd561ba0.jpeg'Suzhou pastries are displayed at a local shop in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province on June 29, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-30/Creative-pastries-present-unique-symbols-of-Jiangsu-s-cities-1ECNHBPjg6k/img/ef8e50a6332f4ecdb2fa04bebd561ba0/ef8e50a6332f4ecdb2fa04bebd561ba0.jpeg'Suzhou pastries are displayed at a local shop in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province on June 29, 2025. /VCG <img…

Situated in the southeastern part of Hong Kong Island, Shek O, which means “rocky bay,” is a popular coastal retreat known for its natural beauty and laid-back atmosphere. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-30/Shek-O-A-peaceful-escape-on-Hong-Kong-Island-1ECVFwg31hS/img/773e5ec216be408eb0ea856c83aaa65f/773e5ec216be408eb0ea856c83aaa65f.jpeg'A view of the coastline of Shek O in Hong Kong /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-30/Shek-O-A-peaceful-escape-on-Hong-Kong-Island-1ECVFwg31hS/img/773e5ec216be408eb0ea856c83aaa65f/773e5ec216be408eb0ea856c83aaa65f.jpeg'A view of the coastline of Shek O in Hong Kong /CGTN <img…

With Shaolin kung fu sweeping the world, enthusiasts from every continent gather together at its birthplace, the Shaolin Temple in China. Here, they plunge themselves into systematic training; combat techniques, mastery of weapons, and the profound philosophy of “Chan in motion,” where martial skills and spiritual discipline merge.

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-29/Lulang-a-vivid-example-of-rural-revitalization-in-Xizang-1EBm9lNyP3q/img/f49c7b74c2fc42fe88ba534de36bab48/f49c7b74c2fc42fe88ba534de36bab48.jpeg'A view of the town of Lulang in Nyingchi, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-29/Lulang-a-vivid-example-of-rural-revitalization-in-Xizang-1EBm9lNyP3q/img/f49c7b74c2fc42fe88ba534de36bab48/f49c7b74c2fc42fe88ba534de36bab48.jpeg'A view of the town of Lulang in Nyingchi, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-29/Lulang-a-vivid-example-of-rural-revitalization-in-Xizang-1EBm9lNyP3q/img/f49c7b74c2fc42fe88ba534de36bab48/f49c7b74c2fc42fe88ba534de36bab48.jpeg'A view of the town of Lulang in Nyingchi, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-29/Lulang-a-vivid-example-of-rural-revitalization-in-Xizang-1EBm9lNyP3q/img/f49c7b74c2fc42fe88ba534de36bab48/f49c7b74c2fc42fe88ba534de36bab48.jpeg'A view of the town of…

Soft kungfu is a distinctive practice in Shaolin’s martial arts heritage. Rooted in exceptional suppleness, it relies on limber joints and muscles to achieve motion that’s both graceful and powerful. Practitioners bend their limbs at unorthodox angles, telescope their frames to slide through narrow rings and execute maneuvers that transcend normal physical boundaries. 

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-28/Four-giant-pandas-to-depart-Japan-for-China-1EzwGUG2KHe/img/a44bbee14bd84bff8b4f1e5d71cb31d7/a44bbee14bd84bff8b4f1e5d71cb31d7.jpeg'Giant panda Saihin, 6, attracts visitors at Adventure World in Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, on June 27, 2025, her final viewing day in Japan. /Yomiuri Shimbun via CFP <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-28/Four-giant-pandas-to-depart-Japan-for-China-1EzwGUG2KHe/img/a44bbee14bd84bff8b4f1e5d71cb31d7/a44bbee14bd84bff8b4f1e5d71cb31d7.jpeg'Giant panda Saihin, 6, attracts visitors at Adventure World in Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, on June 27, 2025, her final viewing day in…

Where the tide meets the stage, Aranya becomes a canvas. For eleven days, this stretch of sand transforms into a living dialogue — between art and nature, tradition and avant-garde, the ephemeral and the eternal. 

For travelers seeking a blend of city excitement and natural tranquility, a ride on the Peak Tram to the summit of Victoria Peak offers an unforgettable escape in the heart of Hong Kong. As the historic tram ascends steeply through lush greenery, the view outside transforms into a moving postcard – gleaming skyscrapers rise in…

In the heart of Hong Kong, one of the most memorable ways to experience the city’s unique charm is by boarding the historic Star Ferry. Gliding across Victoria Harbour, this century-old vessel offers passengers a refreshing sea breeze, panoramic skyline views, and a direct connection to the city’s past and present. First launched in 1898,…

Located in the eastern and northeastern New Territories, the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark is a large-scale forest park that features rare geological formations, stunning island landscapes, rich biodiversity, and profound cultural heritage. In September 2011, UNESCO added it to its seventh batch of Global Geoparks, making it China’s 26th. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-26/Hong-Kong-UNESCO-Global-Geopark-draws-filmmakers-with-unique-geology-1Ewkou4JQCA/img/fa967dace9ea424c82c9ac71b1f173ed/fa967dace9ea424c82c9ac71b1f173ed.jpeg'A view of the…

A must-see landmark in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Tsim Sha Tsui clock tower offers visitors from around the world a glimpse into the city’s history. Located at the southern tip of the Kowloon Peninsula, it sits adjacent to Victoria Harbour, the Avenue of Stars, and the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-25/Century-old-clock-tower-A-witness-to-Hong-Kong-s-history-1Eut99LvtSw/img/1ee636ee04404d29aee9d2e488e10fe8/1ee636ee04404d29aee9d2e488e10fe8.jpeg'…

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From fresh fruits and vegetables to seafood and pantry staples, Hong Kong’s street markets have just about everything you need to whip up a delicious meal. Filled with the sounds of vendors calling out their wares, these bustling markets offer more than just great bargains – they also offer a glimpse into the rhythms of…

A rare and dramatic event of marine predation was recently captured in the waters surrounding Beijiao Reef, which is part of China’s Xisha Islands. Local fishermen inadvertently filmed the striking moment when a dolphin hunted and successfully captured a flying fish. In the footage, the dolphin is seen lying in wait, scanning the waters for…

Ne Zha, the beloved hero from the hit Chinese animated film series, teams up with Shu Bao the panda and Jin Zai the golden snub-nosed monkey – the two mascots of the World Games 2025 – for an epic journey through Chengdu, the vibrant host city of the Games. The lively trio rap their way…

At the entrance to the Shaolin Temple in Henan Province, a martial art monk demonstrates erzhichan, or “two-finger zen,” one of the temple’s legendary 72 skills. Balancing his entire weight on just the index and middle fingers of each hand, he lifts his body into a handstand, with his fingertips pressed firmly onto the ground like pillars.

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-22/Chongqing-drone-light-show-sets-new-Guinness-World-Record-1EprahGC1EY/img/47385a82487b4e46899e3bb2612bed1c/47385a82487b4e46899e3bb2612bed1c.jpeg'An array of images are formed by thousands of drones in the night sky over Chongqing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-22/Chongqing-drone-light-show-sets-new-Guinness-World-Record-1EprahGC1EY/img/47385a82487b4e46899e3bb2612bed1c/47385a82487b4e46899e3bb2612bed1c.jpeg'An array of images are formed by thousands of drones in the night sky over Chongqing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-22/Chongqing-drone-light-show-sets-new-Guinness-World-Record-1EprahGC1EY/img/47385a82487b4e46899e3bb2612bed1c/47385a82487b4e46899e3bb2612bed1c.jpeg'An array of images are formed by thousands…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-22/Qinhuangdao-s-old-port-overflows-with-vitality–1Eprz6rOyk0/img/b43bc4e38f404dbab5aa885c41f54160/b43bc4e38f404dbab5aa885c41f54160.jpeg'A photo shows the newly developed Qinhuangdao Port Industrial Tourist Area in Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, on June 19, 2025. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-22/Qinhuangdao-s-old-port-overflows-with-vitality–1Eprz6rOyk0/img/b43bc4e38f404dbab5aa885c41f54160/b43bc4e38f404dbab5aa885c41f54160.jpeg'A photo shows the newly developed Qinhuangdao Port Industrial Tourist Area in Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, on June 19, 2025. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-22/Qinhuangdao-s-old-port-overflows-with-vitality–1Eprz6rOyk0/img/b43bc4e38f404dbab5aa885c41f54160/b43bc4e38f404dbab5aa885c41f54160.jpeg'A photo shows the newly developed Qinhuangdao Port Industrial Tourist Area in…

Swiss kungfu enthusiast Joel Achermann first arrived at Shaolin Temple in Henan Province in 2012. Since then, he has returned many times to a martial arts school to refine his skills. He has also helped his teacher translate ancient Chinese martial arts texts into English, which have since been published.

Nestled on the southern coast of Hong Kong Island, Stanley is a picturesque town filled with an exotic atmosphere. It carries a profound historical heritage and has witnessed the cultural changes of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in south China. At the same time, Stanley is also one of the city’s most iconic filming…

The Belt and Road Film Week at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival shines a spotlight on cinematic voices from around the world, while also helping Chinese films reach new international audiences. With screenings in multiple cities and a growing global network, this year’s event highlights the power of films as a bridge between cultures.

June 21 marks Xiazhi, the Summer Solstice – and what better way to celebrate the longest day of the year north of the equator than with a juicy taste of summer? At a lively open-air market in Beijing, it’s all about watermelons – with a refreshing twist. Picture this: freshly squeezed juice, made right inside…

The shift by the Chinese animation industry from outsourcing to original content is impressive, said Lise Fearnley, a jury member at this year’s Shanghai International Film Festival. As a Norwegian animation producer, she also pointed out the rising global interest in Asian films, and urged Chinese creators to capitalize on this trend.

Tradition isn’t just some old thing locked behind glass. It’s the friendly vendor chatting with you at the Grand Bazaar, the endless stories woven into the Muqam songs and the dutar gently played by a Uygur elder. Xinjiang shows us that ethnic minority culture isn’t stuck in the past; it’s alive and kicking, right here…

As a martial art with a history spanning millennia, Chinese wrestling has produced countless master combatants through its “skill-over-strength” approach. However, its traditional “grip-and-trip” technique, which involves leveraged throws and agile holds, is at odds with the principles of Olympic wrestling. Therefore, some wrestlers choose to combine the time-honored maneuvers with modern strength training and…

The Catlins, a gem on New Zealand’s South Island, continues to enchant travelers from around the world with stunning coastal landscapes and diverse natural beauty. From its rolling native rainforests and dramatic sea-carved arches to its acrobatic seabirds, this coastal region offers an enchanting escape into the heart of nature. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-18/Explore-New-Zealand-with-streamlined-entry-for-Chinese-visitors-1EiXOLhleLu/img/d4c84e97005d408c806f4b1faeac8796/d4c84e97005d408c806f4b1faeac8796.jpeg'The Catlins coast in…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-17/Giant-hot-pot-highlights-gourmet-festival-in-Hubei-1EhiGN1tGwg/img/7d6c29c0977a4d728595b48c36cec428/7d6c29c0977a4d728595b48c36cec428.jpeg'Chefs cook beef meatballs in a giant hot pot at a gourmet food festival in the Yiling District of Yichang, Hubei Province, on June 16, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-17/Giant-hot-pot-highlights-gourmet-festival-in-Hubei-1EhiGN1tGwg/img/7d6c29c0977a4d728595b48c36cec428/7d6c29c0977a4d728595b48c36cec428.jpeg'Chefs cook beef meatballs in a giant hot pot at a gourmet food festival in the Yiling District of Yichang, Hubei Province, on June 16, 2025….

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-17/China-launches-first-direct-capital-flight-to-Tajikistan-1EhCRmxw0b6/img/9e3623c54e2545eb8f75dab7f4a229c3/9e3623c54e2545eb8f75dab7f4a229c3.png' alt='Capital of Tajikistan: Dushanbe. /China Southern Airlines' China inaugurated its first direct air link between Beijing and Tajikistan’s capital Dushanbe today, significantly enhancing connectivity ahead of a key regional summit and marking a major expansion of China’s aviation network across Central Asia. The inaugural flight, carrying 173 passengers, departed Beijing Daxing International Airport…

Turkmenistan may be thousands of kilometers from Beijing — but its flavors are much closer than you’d expect. CGTN’s Lyne Lin recently visited a family-run restaurant serving up Turkmen comfort food right here in the capital. What she found was more than just delicious dishes — it was a story about home, culture, and connection….

As a millennia-old martial art, Chinese wrestling thrives not in temples or rings, but in markets, in parks, and on doorsteps. It’s a sport for all, rooted in daily life. Its essence? Skillful throws and holds that are practical and learned through everyday training. With no age limit or fancy gear, its universal appeal lies in blending…

From kneading the dough and cutting the noodles to making the savory sauce – every step in the preparation of zhajiangmian happens in front of the guests. These “noodles with fried bean sauce,” a Beijing specialty served in a blue porcelain bowl, carry more than flavor; they convey the host’s heartfelt welcome, shaped by hours…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-15/Shanghai-s-cinematic-centerpiece-1EdWg65cGXu/img/2d348985083a44898228f05dad2ad1c7/2d348985083a44898228f05dad2ad1c7.jpeg'A photo taken on June 11, 2025 shows a view of the main venue for the Golden Goblet Forum of the Shanghai International Film Festival in Shanghai. /IC <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-15/Shanghai-s-cinematic-centerpiece-1EdWg65cGXu/img/2d348985083a44898228f05dad2ad1c7/2d348985083a44898228f05dad2ad1c7.jpeg'A photo taken on June 11, 2025 shows a view of the main venue for the Golden Goblet Forum of the Shanghai International Film Festival…

Absolutely! At the Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), films like ZHAZA (also known as Payback) are lighting up the screens. In recent years, China has opened its cinematic doors to global stories, including bold, emotional narratives from Kazakhstan. In 2024, the Kazakhstani film The Divorce made headlines by winning the Golden Goblet for Best Film…

On China’s Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, international tourists in Changsha, Hunan, took in the cultural wonders of the Han Dynasty and more at the Hunan Museum. The tourists, visiting China from Iraq, South Africa, and elsewhere, observed preserved cultural relics and gained insight into ancient societies in Hunan Province. Watch this video for more…

Chinese toymaker Pop Mart’s jewelry brand Popop opened its first global flagship store in Shanghai on Friday. Wang Ning, founder of Pop Mart, attended the opening ceremony. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-13/Pop-Mart-s-jewelry-brand-Popop-debuts-first-store-in-Shanghai-1EaJsC5kvCw/img/caa2efca6b164e0dadaedbdce43b8758/caa2efca6b164e0dadaedbdce43b8758.jpeg' alt='Wang Ning, founder of Pop Mart, attends the opening ceremony of Popop's first global flagship store in Shanghai on June 13, 2025. /Lanjinger.com' “We’ve always wanted…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-13/China-s-railway-passenger-traffic-hits-record-high-from-Jan-May-1EaWF1y1xPG/img/e7b6c32f06074499a2ae64ff746de051/e7b6c32f06074499a2ae64ff746de051.png' alt='Volunteers guide passengers at the exit of Jinhua Railway Station, Jinhua, Zhejiang province, southern China, June 12, 2025. /VCG' China’s railway network handled 1.86 billion passenger trips in the first five months of 2025, the national railway operator said. This number marked a year-on-year increase of 7.3 percent and a record high compared…

A celestial spectacle was observed On June 11, skywatchers were treated to a stunning full moon, the lowest seen in the sky in 18 years. Known as the Strawberry Moon, it appeared unusually large and golden as it rose, captivating observers. This rare low position was due to a cosmic event called a major lunar…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-12/Daguan-Park-a-natural-space-showcasing-the-beauty-of-Kunming-1E8WAOLU2xa/img/05b2b2d85332420bac68effddf8403fd/05b2b2d85332420bac68effddf8403fd.jpeg'A little egret strolls leisurely around a lotus pound at Daguan Park in Kunming, Yunnan Province. June 11, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-12/Daguan-Park-a-natural-space-showcasing-the-beauty-of-Kunming-1E8WAOLU2xa/img/05b2b2d85332420bac68effddf8403fd/05b2b2d85332420bac68effddf8403fd.jpeg'A little egret strolls leisurely around a lotus pound at Daguan Park in Kunming, Yunnan Province. June 11, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-12/Daguan-Park-a-natural-space-showcasing-the-beauty-of-Kunming-1E8WAOLU2xa/img/05b2b2d85332420bac68effddf8403fd/05b2b2d85332420bac68effddf8403fd.jpeg'A little egret strolls leisurely around a lotus pound at Daguan Park…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-11/Giant-panda-twins-celebrate-birthday-in-Chongqing-1E7iC4ZK5nW/img/9e1b56115db84ba189cde393a7a4e7b1/9e1b56115db84ba189cde393a7a4e7b1.jpeg'Giant panda twins Xingxing and Chenchen celebrate their fourth birthday at Chongqing Zoo in Chongqing Municipality, June 10, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-11/Giant-panda-twins-celebrate-birthday-in-Chongqing-1E7iC4ZK5nW/img/9e1b56115db84ba189cde393a7a4e7b1/9e1b56115db84ba189cde393a7a4e7b1.jpeg'Giant panda twins Xingxing and Chenchen celebrate their fourth birthday at Chongqing Zoo in Chongqing Municipality, June 10, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-11/Giant-panda-twins-celebrate-birthday-in-Chongqing-1E7iC4ZK5nW/img/9e1b56115db84ba189cde393a7a4e7b1/9e1b56115db84ba189cde393a7a4e7b1.jpeg'Giant panda twins Xingxing and Chenchen celebrate their fourth birthday at Chongqing…

China is now in the midst of its wheat harvest season. In Shanxi Province, the freshly milled high-quality flour yields elastic dough that is perfect for making knife-cut noodles – the region’s most iconic dish. What gives these noodles their signature smooth and chewy texture? And what special techniques are used to craft them? Let’s…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-08/A-morning-market-in-Cangzhou-1DUxFo693gY/img/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6.jpeg'People visit a morning market in Cangzhou, Hebei Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-08/A-morning-market-in-Cangzhou-1DUxFo693gY/img/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6.jpeg'People visit a morning market in Cangzhou, Hebei Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-08/A-morning-market-in-Cangzhou-1DUxFo693gY/img/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6.jpeg'People visit a morning market in Cangzhou, Hebei Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-08/A-morning-market-in-Cangzhou-1DUxFo693gY/img/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6.jpeg'People visit a morning market in Cangzhou, Hebei Province. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-08/A-morning-market-in-Cangzhou-1DUxFo693gY/img/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6/25fa763101dd44a9910c73456ef81ce6.jpeg'People visit a morning market in Cangzhou, Hebei Province. /CGTN…

In Sihong County in Suqian, east China’s Jiangsu Province, a vivid portrait of harmony between humans and nature is taking shape. Recently, a family of rare Oriental storks – a first-class nationally protected species – was spotted nesting atop a high-voltage transmission pole. In a heartwarming scene, the adult storks were seen carefully feeding their…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-09/Bookstore-ranks-among-cultural-and-tourism-landmarks-in-Shanghai-1E44APKTt8k/img/69d93f9a15ae4cd38d30452cbe6c5bcd/69d93f9a15ae4cd38d30452cbe6c5bcd.jpeg'People visit the Zhongshuge Bookstore in Shanghai’s Xuhui District on June 7, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-09/Bookstore-ranks-among-cultural-and-tourism-landmarks-in-Shanghai-1E44APKTt8k/img/69d93f9a15ae4cd38d30452cbe6c5bcd/69d93f9a15ae4cd38d30452cbe6c5bcd.jpeg'People visit the Zhongshuge Bookstore in Shanghai’s Xuhui District on June 7, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-09/Bookstore-ranks-among-cultural-and-tourism-landmarks-in-Shanghai-1E44APKTt8k/img/69d93f9a15ae4cd38d30452cbe6c5bcd/69d93f9a15ae4cd38d30452cbe6c5bcd.jpeg'People visit the Zhongshuge Bookstore in Shanghai’s Xuhui District on June 7, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-09/Bookstore-ranks-among-cultural-and-tourism-landmarks-in-Shanghai-1E44APKTt8k/img/69d93f9a15ae4cd38d30452cbe6c5bcd/69d93f9a15ae4cd38d30452cbe6c5bcd.jpeg'People visit the Zhongshuge Bookstore in Shanghai’s Xuhui District…

The third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) opened on Monday in Nice, a coastal city in southern France, under the theme of “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean.” <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-09/UN-ocean-conference-kicks-off-in-France-1E4mnsPQdy0/img/adc21653837f4b33a671931ae593bf77/adc21653837f4b33a671931ae593bf77.jpeg' alt='A view of the port of Nice in southern France, where the third United Nations Oceans Conference (UNOC3)…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-08/Campsite-in-Guizhou-offers-back-to-nature-travel-experiences–1E2fIccCBJS/img/8ee6675348ce40fe9f81196e4fd54466/8ee6675348ce40fe9f81196e4fd54466.jpeg'Futuristic holiday homes dot the landscape at a scenic spot in Longli County, Guizhou Province, June 7, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-08/Campsite-in-Guizhou-offers-back-to-nature-travel-experiences–1E2fIccCBJS/img/8ee6675348ce40fe9f81196e4fd54466/8ee6675348ce40fe9f81196e4fd54466.jpeg'Futuristic holiday homes dot the landscape at a scenic spot in Longli County, Guizhou Province, June 7, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-08/Campsite-in-Guizhou-offers-back-to-nature-travel-experiences–1E2fIccCBJS/img/8ee6675348ce40fe9f81196e4fd54466/8ee6675348ce40fe9f81196e4fd54466.jpeg'Futuristic holiday homes dot the landscape at a scenic spot in Longli County, Guizhou…

Mission impossible: accomplished! Renowned Chinese high-altitude photographer Ma Chunlin has achieved a world first – capturing the ascent of Mount Qomolangma, also known as Mount Everest, from the north slope in a single, uninterrupted shot. The challenge was immense: everything had to go exactly right – or wait another year. To complete this unprecedented feat,…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-07/Jiangsu-s-grassroots-football-league-spurs-tourism-growth-1E0IOCnFrI4/img/2271fa508b314ec7b4004f26041f82bf/2271fa508b314ec7b4004f26041f82bf.jpeg' alt='Fans create a vibrant atmosphere in Wuxi during the second round of Jiangsu Province's football tournament, May 25, 2025. /VCG' Jiangsu Province’s football tournament, known as “Su Chao”, has become a significant driver of tourism and consumption in its host cities. Official data from the Jiangsu Provincial Sports Bureau shows the league has…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-07/Gaokao-2025-China-s-national-college-entrance-exams-Day-1-highlights-1E0MPoxoU1i/img/b82cf6031a9c4e35859cc008ab9604a5/b82cf6031a9c4e35859cc008ab9604a5.jpeg'Gaokao candidates high-five their teachers after the first session of the national college entrance exams ended in Binzhou, Shandong on June 7, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-07/Gaokao-2025-China-s-national-college-entrance-exams-Day-1-highlights-1E0MPoxoU1i/img/b82cf6031a9c4e35859cc008ab9604a5/b82cf6031a9c4e35859cc008ab9604a5.jpeg'Gaokao candidates high-five their teachers after the first session of the national college entrance exams ended in Binzhou, Shandong on June 7, 2025. /VCG <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-07/Gaokao-2025-China-s-national-college-entrance-exams-Day-1-highlights-1E0MPoxoU1i/img/b82cf6031a9c4e35859cc008ab9604a5/b82cf6031a9c4e35859cc008ab9604a5.jpeg'Gaokao candidates high-five their…

As China’s cultural and tourism market thrives, cities across the country are discovering new ways to engage travelers — not just through iconic landmarks, but by creating viral, experience-driven events. Football fever boosting local tourism <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-06/Beyond-landmarks-China-s-grassroots-events-fuel-new-tourism-booms-1DYXVO8cxAA/img/356e7dcd65b24edc8fdbd673ae29134d/356e7dcd65b24edc8fdbd673ae29134d.png' alt='The 2025 Jiangsu Super League unfolded on May 25, 2025. /VCG ' This summer, a regional football tournament…

Across the vast waters of the East China Sea, Bohai Sea, Yellow Sea, and South China Sea, generations of fishermen have built their lives at sea. Today, their story is also a window into China’s drive toward building a modern maritime power, where ecological protection, technological innovation, and sustainable livelihoods go hand in hand. 1….

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-05/Hainan-s-Fengmu-bitter-gourds-yield-bumper-harvest-1DXbEqwvSSc/img/5012ff788deb4ee9896a8a898ac35eb0/5012ff788deb4ee9896a8a898ac35eb0.jpeg'Ripe bitter gourds are seen at a cultivation base in Fengmu Town, Tunchang County, Hainan Province. /Photo provided to CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-05/Hainan-s-Fengmu-bitter-gourds-yield-bumper-harvest-1DXbEqwvSSc/img/5012ff788deb4ee9896a8a898ac35eb0/5012ff788deb4ee9896a8a898ac35eb0.jpeg'Ripe bitter gourds are seen at a cultivation base in Fengmu Town, Tunchang County, Hainan Province. /Photo provided to CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-05/Hainan-s-Fengmu-bitter-gourds-yield-bumper-harvest-1DXbEqwvSSc/img/5012ff788deb4ee9896a8a898ac35eb0/5012ff788deb4ee9896a8a898ac35eb0.jpeg'Ripe bitter gourds are seen at a cultivation base in Fengmu Town,…

Northwest China’s Xinjiang, a popular tourism destination offering Silk Road heritage and awe-inspiring scenery, is attracting an increasing number of inbound tourists, as “China Travel” continues to trend across the globe. Kashgar, a city in Xinjiang where ancient history meets vibrant modern life, leads the way in drawing international tourists who want to experience profound…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-04/Practicing-baijiquan-at-sunset-1DUwvJlH7Fu/img/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9.jpeg'Master Wu Hao practices bajiquan at sunset. / CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-04/Practicing-baijiquan-at-sunset-1DUwvJlH7Fu/img/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9.jpeg'Master Wu Hao practices bajiquan at sunset. / CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-04/Practicing-baijiquan-at-sunset-1DUwvJlH7Fu/img/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9.jpeg'Master Wu Hao practices bajiquan at sunset. / CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-04/Practicing-baijiquan-at-sunset-1DUwvJlH7Fu/img/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9.jpeg'Master Wu Hao practices bajiquan at sunset. / CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-04/Practicing-baijiquan-at-sunset-1DUwvJlH7Fu/img/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9.jpeg'Master Wu Hao practices bajiquan at sunset. / CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-04/Practicing-baijiquan-at-sunset-1DUwvJlH7Fu/img/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9/e439323c01b64c53a4037d264a448ff9.jpeg'Master Wu Hao practices…

Beijing unveiled 10 inbound themed tourist routes called “Beijing’s New Discoveries” at the Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference on Tuesday. The routes are designed to highlight Beijing’s rich cultural heritage, modern charm, and immersive experiences, further positioning the city as a top global destination and the gateway for inbound tourism to China. 1. Rhythm of…

<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-03/Dragon-Boat-Festival-fuels-China-s-holiday-spending-surge-1DTS3atJmRG/img/e286810926ce483f9cdde62388ac2161/e286810926ce483f9cdde62388ac2161.jpeg' alt='A boating team from southern China's Guangdong Province performs dragon boat drifting skills in Beijing's Tongzhou District, May 31, 2025. /VCG' With over 657 million cross-region trips projected nationwide, the recently concluded three-day Dragon Boat Festival holiday was more than just a celebration of traditional Chinese culture; it has become a dynamic force…

Located northwest of the Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City, Beihai Park is a former imperial garden that now welcomes both locals and tourists alike with its rich cultural heritage and pleasant natural scenery. <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-03/Enjoy-the-historic-and-natural-beauty-of-Beihai-Park-1DU73noGQ6I/img/9e3c673509d54b7487efe40296025650/9e3c673509d54b7487efe40296025650.jpeg'Visitors stroll around Beihai Park in Beijing. /CGTN <img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-03/Enjoy-the-historic-and-natural-beauty-of-Beihai-Park-1DU73noGQ6I/img/9e3c673509d54b7487efe40296025650/9e3c673509d54b7487efe40296025650.jpeg'Visitors stroll around Beihai Park in Beijing. /CGTN <img…

The Peacock Room was conceived as a place to showcase Chinese porcelain 150 years ago. But it found itself at the center of a bitter quarrel about the aesthetics of artwork and how it should be displayed. Over the years, it’s moved from city to city, travelling from Britain to the United States and drawing…

At the 9th Chengdu International Festival of Intangible Cultural Heritage, traditional long-spout tea pouring and cutting-edge tea robots both shine. From graceful long-spout kettles to smart tea houses, heritage is brewing a high-tech future!