Beijing Tops National Geographic’s 2026 Travel List
Beijing is the only city from the Chinese mainland on National Geographic’s Best Places to Travel in 2026, thanks to its epic history, new UNESCO heritage status, and easy exploring.
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Beijing is the only city from the Chinese mainland on National Geographic’s Best Places to Travel in 2026, thanks to its epic history, new UNESCO heritage status, and easy exploring.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met King Maha Vajiralongkorn in Beijing on November 14, 2025, and introduced the UNESCO-listed Beijing Central Axis, highlighting cultural diplomacy.
UNESCO’s Lidia Brito applauds CGTN’s Land of Diversity 2 for its dynamic approach to balancing conservation and sustainable development on the Chinese mainland.
Uncover Hubei’s Bianzhong of Marquis Yi of Zeng: a 4+ ton set of bronze chime bells buried over 2,400 years ago, dubbed the ‘King of Chime Bells’ and inscribed in UNESCO’s 2025 Memory of the World Register.
Two UNESCO-recognized shadow puppet legends—Sun Wukong from the Chinese mainland and Hanuman from Indonesia—clash in an AI-powered epic of light and shadow.
Chinese mainland cities Quanzhou and Wuxi joined UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network, earning titles for Gastronomy and Music for their cultural strengths and innovation.
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.
Discover how the Chinese mainland leads the world with 44 UNESCO intangible heritage items, as youth harness digital tools to revitalize traditions.
UNESCO’s Professor Shahbaz Khan urges a global push for museum security after the Louvre robbery, highlighting collaboration, tech upgrades, staff training, and community engagement.
Discover Wakatobi National Park, Indonesia’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and marine paradise, featured in APEC Stories for its stunning reefs, diverse wildlife, and conservation efforts.