Ulanqab Unveiled: Volcanic Grasslands & Stargazing on Inner Mongolia’s Doorstep
Discover Ulanqab’s volcanic grasslands and stargazing just a 2-hour high-speed rail journey from Beijing into Inner Mongolia’s vast steppe.
Culture
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Ne Zha 2’s Record-Breaking Run Signals New Era for Chinese Mainland Animation
With $2.2 billion worldwide, Ne Zha 2 has become the highest-grossing animated film ever, marking a milestone for the film industry of the Chinese mainland.
Climbing Beyond Fear: Former Art Teacher’s Journey on the Rocks
Art teacher Yan Haobai left her classroom for Beijing’s Miyun cliffs, discovering courage and a passion for rock climbing through a year of training.
Guizhou Batik: Blue Heritage Thrives in Mountain Villages
Guizhou batik, the centuries-old blue textile art from the Chinese mainland, thrives in mountain villages, preserving cultural memory and inspiring sustainable travel.
Dance of Flames: Yi Fashion Show Lights Up Torch Festival
At this summer’s Torch Festival in the southwest of the Chinese mainland, the Yi ethnic group showcased a dazzling fashion show, blending ancient rituals with modern runway flair.
Cloud Open Day Unites Traditional Arts Across China, Brazil & Chile
Digital arts from the Chinese mainland, Brazil and Chile converged at the fifth annual “Cloud Open Day” in Beijing, showcasing Han opera, samba and cueca in a cross-border cultural exchange.
People from the Sky: Exploring the Mosuo Matrilineal World
Discover the Mosuo, meaning ‘people who come from the sky’, living matrilineal traditions around Lugu Lake in the Chinese mainland, preserving harmony with nature.
Poetry in Motion: Ballet Brings Greater Bay Area to Life
A mesmerizing ballet at the Chinese mainland’s 15th National Games opening ceremony opened a window onto the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area’s vibrant culture and future.
Unveiling Foshan Wing Chun: The Art of Strength and Softness
Discover Foshan Wing Chun’s concise moves and rich heritage as Dong Chonghua, second-generation inheritor of Ip Man, opens the secrets of this martial art.
Ancient Wisdom of Jingmai’s Tea Tree Forest
Discover how villages in Jingmai Mountain, Yunnan, live in harmony with ancient tea forests, using stilt houses, local materials, and a forest–tea–village model to thrive sustainably.