Togolese Musician Discovers Musical Muse in Wuyuan’s Countryside
Togolese musician Yao Modeste Douhadji-Combey finds new creative spark in Wuyuan’s lush landscapes and traditional Chinese opera, inspiring his original song “There.”
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International Students Unite in ‘The Chinese Dream’ Song at Nanchang University
Five international students at Nanchang Aeronautical University form the Belt and Road Troupe to debut the original song “The Chinese Dream,” celebrating unity through music.
From Soil to Story: How Bai Folk Art Paints Village Life
In Dali, Bai artists grind local soil into natural pigments to paint folk art scenes—mountains, markets, rituals, and village life—bringing tradition to life in vibrant colors.
Jia Ma: Ancient Bai Woodblock Prints Go Viral in Dali
Discover how Jia ma, the Bai people’s millennium-old woodblock prints, are being revived with modern designs in Dali, Yunnan.
Xixia Imperial Tombs: A New UNESCO Jewel in Ningxia
Discover how the newly inscribed Xixia Imperial Tombs in Ningxia celebrate the resilience of Chinese civilization.
Dali Blue: Yunnan’s Tie-Dye Tradition Goes Sustainable
Explore iconic blue tie-dye from family-run workshops in Zhoucheng, Yunnan, and see how a centuries-old craft has become a sustainable lifestyle trend in 2026.
Naxi & Tourists Dance to Welcome 2026 in Lijiang Old Town
Naxi people and tourists lit up Lijiang Old Town on New Years Eve with a fiery Datiao dance around a bonfire, welcoming 2026 with vibrant rhythms and festive cheer.
Why Digital Nomads Are Flocking to Dali, Yunnan
Discover why Dali in Yunnan has become a top digital nomad hub, blending ancient Bai culture, nature escapes, and affordable living in early 2026.
‘Best Friend’: A Tender Coming-of-Age Tale on Autism and Gen Z Bonds
‘Best Friend’ is a tender coming-of-age film released this December that blends Gen Z storytelling with a compassionate look at autism through an unlikely teen friendship.
Sunrise Vibes: Exploring Dali’s Morning Market
Experience Dali’s morning market in the Chinese mainland, where Bai grandmas sell fresh mushrooms, fruits and corn in a sunlit rhythm of tradition and community.