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STYLE

Treasures of Hubei: The Bianzhong of Marquis Yi of Zeng

Exploring Hubei's most iconic cultural treasures? Do not miss the Bianzhong of Marquis Yi of Zeng!
13-Nov-2025

Treasures of Hubei: The sword of Goujian

Looking for must-see relics in Hubei Province? The Sword of Goujian is definitely one of them!
13-Nov-2025

China's National Games merchandise flying off shelves in Guangdong

Creative cultural merchandise from China's ongoing 15th National Games is surging in popularity across Guangdong Province, with some official retail stores running out of stock amid soaring demand.
12-Nov-2025

Ancient camel stop Moshikou boasts cultural-tourism vitality

Beijing's Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block, a 2,000-year-old hub with deep ties to trade and literature, has been revitalized through urban renewal to blend history, modernity and tourism appeal.
11-Nov-2025

HERITAGE

Kung fu master practices gravity-defying moves on Songshan Mountain

Meet Master Miaodu, a dedicated disciple at the Fawang Temple, one of China's earliest Buddhist temples, situated on Songshan Mountain in Dengfeng City, Henan Province. Master Miaodu, who has led a life of dedication to China's traditional culture and physical mastery, is seen practicing gravity-defying moves in this clip.
13-Nov-2025
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Foreign students embrace kung fu heritage in China

Malik from India and Alexandra from France have made the journey to Fawang Temple on Songshan Mountain to learn traditional Chinese martial arts. They are individually dedicated to studying with Master Miaodu, a temple disciple. Their commitment shows how wushu connects the world.
12-Nov-2025
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Where woods meet: The art of China's timber framing

In the Dong villages of Guizhou Province, southwest China, centuries-old wooden houses rise without a single nail, held together by the precision of mortise-and-tenon joints.
13-Nov-2025

Tech empowering heritage: Batik enters the era of machine wax painting

In Guizhou, batik was once entirely done by hand – a delicate craft requiring years of skill. Now, machine wax painting technology is giving this heritage a new future.
13-Nov-2025

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