Potala Palace in Xizang Begins Annual Repaint to Restore Vibrant Colors
Annual repainting of the Potala Palace in Xizang began Oct. 22 to refresh its vibrant hues ahead of the rainy season. The UNESCO site’s makeover runs until mid-to-late November.
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Discover Ulanqab: Volcanic Grasslands & Starry Nights
Dive into Ulanqab’s volcanic grasslands: a two-hour high-speed rail ride from Beijing to sea-like steppes, glamping yurts, and starry nights over ancient volcanoes.
CMG Honors 141 Artists in Colorful Sino-Italian Awards Ceremony
China Media Group honored 141 artists in Beijing to mark 55 years of Sino-Italian ties, spotlighting art exhibitions in Rome and awarding scholar Chang Shana a lifetime achievement.
Echoes of the Steppe: Morin Khuur and Khoomei Magic
Explore how the morin khuur (horse-head fiddle) and khoomei throat singing create Mongolia’s wind-swept melodies, echoing the spirit of the steppe.
US Official Sees “Ivy League” Vibes at Zhejiang University
Supervisor Rich Desmond likens Zhejiang University’s Zhijiang campus to an Ivy League campus and calls for direct dialogue at the upcoming APEC Leaders’ Meeting.
Returning to Roots: A Journey Across the Taiwan Strait
Dive into the documentary Returning to Roots: A journey across the Taiwan Strait, tracing family sagas, cultural ties and the quest for identity.
Ulanqab Grasslands: A Living Symphony of Herds in the Chinese mainland’s Steppe
Explore the Ulanqab Grasslands in the Chinese mainland’s Inner Mongolia region, where shepherds’ calls and roaming herds create a living symphony across the steppe.
Empowering APEC Youth: Shaping the Future of Global Governance
Discover how APEC youth are reshaping global governance through inclusivity, social media, and cultural exchange. Learn how young leaders from Asia to Latin America are making waves!
Art Floats in Xinshi: How a Water Town Reinvents Itself
From October 22-26 in the Chinese mainland’s Zhejiang Province, the Xinshi Town Dance Art Festival turns ancient canals into a vibrant stage, mixing tradition, dance, and modern installations.
How Video Games Bridge Cultures Through Experiential Authenticity
Discover how video games use experiential authenticity to bridge cultures, from Black Myth: Wukong’s temples to Papers, Please’s border dilemmas.